Back Down South

Hunter

Photographed in Nashville, TN

Meet Hunter, the man behind The Hood Shop and Prinstant Replays.
Now, get your learn on…and enter to win some goodies.

Raised/lives in:
Nashville, Tennessee

Favorite thing about Nashville:
It’s impossible not to say the people. With family in town, friends from pre-school, awesome people that I don’t know how I met, and lots of incredible new people to Nashville, the community here is second to none. There’s also a lot of creative innovation going on. People are doing things differently, and I dig that.

What inspired The Hood Shop:
I needed Christmas gifts last year and had seen these typography maps for other cities, so I made some and gave them to friends. With a nice response, I added a paypal purchase button on my blog, and guaranteed delivery by Christmas. This led to my fantastic mother and I delivering prints in tubes all over the city on Christmas eve. Since then, it’s grown to a full online shop with products available at two wonderful local shops.

What inspired Prinstant Replays:
The feeling you get when your team makes “that play” that will be remembered forever. For instance, when I busted through my friend’s dad’s screen door, removed my shirt and spun it over my head like a helicopter running through the neighborhood after Kevin Dyson took it to the house on the Bills. Rather than a video of your favorite play, I wanted to capture that moment in a design. I felt like it would be the perfect man-gift.

…which is your favorite Prinstant Replay:
The Beast Quake. That name is incredible. And that run is even better. The Seahawks color scheme is one of my favorites in sports as well.

Now would ya look at that:

BONUS:
Hunter wants to give away some prints! Leave a comment on this post telling us which Hood Shop or Prinstant Replay print you want. FIVE winners will be chosen at random and announced on Saturday, December 8th.

DOUBLE BONUS:
Use code BACKDOWNSOUTH for 15% off all orders at The Hood Shop. The discount is good through the end of the year!

*THIS GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED – CONGRATULATIONS TO REN, LESLIN, KELLY, VIRGINIA AND JOHN ADAM FOR WINNING!*

Christian

Photographed in Glen St. Mary, FL

Raised in:
Raleigh, North Carolina

Lives in:
Jacksonville, Florida

Favorite spot of Florida:
Definitely St. Augustine. It has so much history, fabulous restaurants, and I love the laid back beach vibe.

Now would you look at that:
Christian is a hair stylist and makeup artist based out of Jacksonville.

Eric

Photographed in Nashville, TN by Jamie Clayton

Raised in:
Ozark Mountains; Branson, Missouri to be exact.

Lives in:
Nashville, Tennessee

Favorite music venue in Nashville:
Gotta be the open air of the Full Moon Pickin’ Party at the Equestrian Barn south of Nashville. Comes one night a month when it’s warm enough. There’ll be several headliners on stage but the fun is in the small circles of musicians jamming under the trees. Always a big crowd of friends and families and some of the most talented musicians I’ve seen.

Now would ya look at that:
Meet Eric Staples, an incredibly talented freelance director and photographer who specializes in 8mm.

Happy Thanksgiving

Photographed in Jasper, GA

Happy Thanksgiving, y’all! We know it’s tomorrow, c’mon. But we also think everyones computers should be off on Thanksgiving, as you should be stuffing your face and enjoying friends and/or family. So today is our day to tell you Happy Thanksgiving.

The photo above is an outtake from the photos we snapped of ourselves for Southern Living. We are absolutely thrilled to have been featured on their blog, The Daily South. Check out the post and interview here. We chat about the blog, Southern fashion and our influences.

Now go prepare for full bellies.

Football Friday | Rah, Rah, TCU

TCU Alum
Photographed by Jamie Clayton 

Raised in:
Austin, Texas

Lives in:
Nashville, Tennesse

Favorite game day memory:
Heading out to Pasadena for the New Year in 2011 to watch TCU play Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl. That place is incredible – best venue out there. TCU won 21-19 in what ended up being a great game and capping off an undefeated season.

Now would ya look at that:
Nick, Nisolo Shoes Co-Founder & VP of Business Development.

Glamping

On Saturday, some Atlanta friends drove North, and some Nashville friends drove South, and together the seven of us dominated Fort Mountain State Park with one word: glamping. Yes, we slept in tents, but we did not leave home without three cars full of gear for one night including proper lighting and music, a well stocked bar, cheese selection, homemade chili, partybooth, camp chic attire and hearts ready for glamorous adventure. We glamped hard, and everyone around us was jealous.

Will: J.L. Powell hat, Persol sunglasses, Gap waffle shirt, J.Crew khakis, Timex watch, Bean Boots.
Allyson: Tory Burch sunglasses, Target flannel, Banana Republic puffer vest, J Brand jeans, Bean Boots.

Sarah: Plaid and stripes, oversized thrifted men’s Target shirt, J.Crew bubble necklace.
Mark: J.Crew beanie, Buffalo check flannel, 9 year old beat-to-hell Carhartt’s, Jack Donnelly koozie, Bean Mocs.

There is much more where that came from, but you’ll have to wait until the next issue of SouthernLeague Magazine, which will include our full glamping details and story.

BONUS: The official Glamping playlist on Spotify.

Tux

Photographed in Chicago, IL

Raised in:
Nashville, Tennessee

Lives in:
Chicago, Illinois

How the South influenced your Chicago wedding:
Being a Southerner getting married in Chicago, I wanted to have a few Southern elements in the wedding. I went with a cotton blossom as my boutonnière. We also used a lot of magnolia leaves in our floral arrangements. And to top it off, I had to go with a red velvet cake in the shape of an armadillo for the groom’s cake (just like in the movie Steel Magnolias).

Now would ya look at that:
You’ve seen Paul twice here before: once + twice. Mark and I had the pleasure of shooting Paul and Elise’s wedding in Chicago a few weeks ago. There was no way I wasn’t going to share the best tux I’ve ever seen in real life on here, regardless of shooting it “above the line.” More men should be getting married in Made to Measure tuxedo’s. Paul’s midnight navy blue tux, shirt, bow tie and suspenders are all from Suitsupply. I love the casual touch of the J.Crew grosgrain strap on his Timex watch (a gift from his parents when he was seven). His shoes are Cole Haan.

Neon

Photographed in Nashville, TN

Raised in:
Spartanburg, South Carolina

Lives in:
Nashville, Tennessee

Top 5 meals in Nashville:

  1. Baja Burrito + Las Paletas popsicle. I recommend the Brisket Torta.
  2. McDougal’s fried chicken basket. Buffalo, Ranch, & Mcdougals sauce on the side.
  3. BBQ sandwhich with potato wedges + seasonal beer from 12 South Taproom.
  4. Anything from Arnold’s Kitchen. Ever. Best lunch in Nashville.
  5. Steak from Sperry’s. If you ever have money you want to spend on your girl. This is the spot.
    …Obviously I eat super healthy.

Now would ya look at that:
Jamie Clayton would have a glow in the dark bike.

Football Friday | Carolina Blue

Lifelong UNC fan

Raised in:
Born and raised in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. My family now lives in Greenville, North Carolina.

Lives in:
Jasper, Georgia

Favorite thing about Chapel Hill:
Chapel Hill is the perfect college town…down to earth people, great food and music, eclectic culture, and the most contagious team spirit ever.  Particularly on basketball game day, the air is different in Chapel Hill. It’s great. I was born with Carolina Blue blood. My whole family went to Chapel Hill. Although I chose to attend a smaller college in Birmingham called Samford University, I still root for the Heels any chance I get.

Now would ya look at that:

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