Designer Finds

Friday, January 31, 2014

new surprise in town: vintage bowling

pinewood social club

take a leap back in time--vintage bowling!

A casual family weekend outing to the newest addition in Nashville: the Pinewood Social Club. Great for children and adults alike right on the Cumberland River. Several of the ladies in the shop have been, and it's simply divine. The greatest part, however, are the vintage bowling lanes. Make sure to call in advance for reservations--they book up very quickly! But please do go! You won't regret it... but, first, stop in the shop to grab your bowling outfit!

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Simple geometric shorts make for a stunning entrance. Shock them with your secret talent... yes,

BOWLING!

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Line up!

These pants by Rich and Skinny remind us of bowling lanes... Slip on a white denim jacket to add just a touch of quirky to this totally Pinewood outfit!

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Ahhh! After some fun bowling, we grabbed some much needed caffeine... make sure to stop for a Cappuccino after you bowl in your favorite chinos from the shop!

Once again, have fun, and just take a little time for yourself with or without someone special!

-DF Team

Friday, January 24, 2014

Britania

Have you been day dreaming ever since Lady Mary received her inheritance of Downton Abbey?

The Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville is hosting Lady Fiona Carnarvon, countess of Highclere Castle. Feb 7. Perhaps this will be better than your dream.

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Jill Sander emerald silk blouse

J Crew cotton shorts

The book is Gardens of Britain.

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This is actually the back of this Leifsdottier dress....the buttons are charming

The handsome black straw bag makes it a classic look.

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Milly sheer blouse.

Per Se striped trouser.

An Isabella Fiore Italian pump.

And of course quintessential English tea.

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Alice & Olivia silk sheer oh so feminine dress

Jimmy Choo pumps

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Banana Republic linen jacket

Ralph Lauren equestrian trouser.

Cole Haan boot.

Bally Handbag.

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Friday, January 17, 2014

slumber party

slumber party and chocolate chip pancakes

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" Bond with your kids — or grandkids — on a real night at the museum. You can go undercover on spy missions, learn the secrets of caves, discover the science of igloos, meet live baby bears and beluga whales and take flashlight tours through exhibits filled with fierce dinosaurs, huge walruses, mysterious mummies and much more.

Many sleepovers include big-screen movies or planetarium shows plus the chance to sleep near a T-rex, robot, coral reef or a real tiger. Budget-friendly, exciting, and easy to do, these overnights make great parent/child and grandparent/grandkids getaways. Just remember to reserve these popular programs way in advance as they sell out quickly. Here are 10 top museum overnights."

Please check out this website it lists the many museums that participate