Back Down South

Lifelong UVA fan

Raised in:
Covington, Virginia

Lives in:
Radford, Virginia

Favorite UVA game memory:
That’s truly a hard one, but I would have to go with when UVA beat FSU in 1995 for FSU first loss in the ACC. That was one truly exciting game to beat the unbeatable FSU. I have many more good games, but this had to be my favorite.

Now would ya look at that:
Seth, the man behind The Southern Prep.

• Billy Reid jacket.
• Randy Hanuaer bow tie.
• Thom Browne dress shirt.
• Leather Man LTD UVA belt.
• Epaulet pants.
• Crockett & Jones tassel loafers.

Photographed in Atlanta, GA

Raised in:
Greensboro, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia.

Lives in:
Charlotte, North Carolina

Favorite southern fashion trend:
I don’t know if you call it a trend, but I like that you can keep it super simple. T-shirt and jeans, clean lines, authentic redwings with a selvage denim, or just simple suits with a white shirt. The only accessories I’ll need is a pair of sunglasses and a good belt. It’s up to you what belt you use; either this brown belt in the picture (mentioned below) or something more high-end to add a bit of class to the outfit. If you can’t afford a designer belt, there’s plenty of replicas on the market. Just take a look at BeleneChandia’s fake Gucci belts collection for some inspiration! I like to keep it as simple as possible with my dress. Paul Newman, Thom Browne, Nathan Followill, Fred Astaire, Steve McQueen, Sid Mashburn…all of their fashion is just bare bones simple. I know some of them aren’t from the south but I like that the south dresses that way. There is something endearing about a nice, custom tailored navy suit, and a pair of brogue suede loafers. The style down here is not too stuffy.

Now would ya look at that:

• Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses.
• Lacoste polo.
• Zelli crocadille belt.
• RRL raw denim (2 years old, no washes).
• Sid Mashburn double monks.
• Tattoos from Nathan Fish at Fu’s Custom Tattoo (Charlotte) and Bill Conner at Southern Star Tattoo (Atlanta).

Tennessee Alum

Raised in:
Greenville, South Carolina

Lives in:
Greenville, South Carolina

Favorite Tennessee game day traditions:
Tailgating behind Wendy’s on the strip. My parents bought a parking spot my freshman year of college and have made it a tradition to go to all the games. We tailgate with great family friends of ours who bring a 50” flat screen and tents and the whole space is filled with endless amounts of food, beer, friends and other fans. Everyone knows where to find us on game days.

Now would ya look at that:
Christine tailgating at the Georgia Dome.

• Tory Burch sunglasses.
• Diana Warner Studios necklace.
• Anthropologie shirt.
• Jones Lovin’ koozie.
• J.Crew shorts.
• Frye boots.

Photographed in Atlanta, GA

Raised in:
Marietta, Georgia

Lives in:
Atlanta Georgia

Favorite burger in Atlanta:
Hands down, The Bocado Burger Stack with the pickles on the side. Not the biggest burger, but one of the best. Holeman & Finch‘s burger gives it a run for the title, though.

Now would ya look at that:
Jonathan showed up to our Atlanta Steeplechase Jr. Board meeting in what is one the coolest blue suits I’ve ever seen.

• Custom suit and shirt by Trio Tailoring (based in Atlanta).
• The William bow tie by Brier & Moss.
• Vintage cufflinks, a gift from his mother.
• ASOS anchor belt.
• Cole Haan pinch tassel loafers.

Florida Alum

Raised in:
Gainesville, Florida

Lives in:
Atlanta, Georgia

Now would ya look at that:
Sarah, killin’ the first Florida look to grace the blog. Neon, neon.

Photographed in Atlanta, GA

Raised in:
All over. Literally. I was born in Haarlem, The Netherlands and then moved to Atlanta when I was almost three. Stayed in Atlanta for two years and then moved back to Holland for a few. Then I moved to Singapore for two years, then to Hong Kong for a year and a half, then back to Holland for two years, then England for a year and a half, then Atlanta for two years, then Singapore for two years of high school, and then finally now Atlanta for twelve years. So out of everywhere I’ve been, Atlanta is more my home although my heart will always be in Holland and Singapore.

Lives in:
Atlanta, Georgia

Favorite Atlanta breakfast spot:
My favorite spot is a two parter. First, on the way to work I swing by Revolution Doughnuts in Decatur, and on a lucky day they’ll have a special yeast style donut with some type of cream filling. The Nutella and The Banana cream pie ones being my favorite so far. Once the donuts are in hand, I’ll drive over to Dancing Goat Coffee for the best coffee in Georgia.  Hands down the best, no contest in my book. If I had to pick one place on lazy weekend, then Stone Soup Kitchen is always great.

Now would ya look at that:
Keeping it simple in a v-neck, Levi’s 511 jeans and leather boots. Bonus: black rubber Ray-Ban Wayferer sunglasses.

This blog turned ONE a few days ago, and as I thought of ideas for more good looks, I knew one thing was destined to be repeated: Football Fridays. If you missed it last Fall, I ran a series celebrating great Gameday looks (catch up here). I set out to cover looks from schools spanning the South (and not limited to the SEC), and this season I’ll do the same. The photo above was photographed for SouthernLeague Magazine (bow ties by High Cotton Ties, Volunteer Traditions, and Brier & Moss). Order your copy if you haven’t yet – it’s full of solid Gameday fashion.

We made it, y’all. It’s here, and it’s time to celebrate. As I did last season, I’ll attempt to do my best to be unbiased and give some love to all your alma maters, so long as you know that every Saturday I’m thinking Geaux Tigers and Hook ‘Em Horns. In the case of this Saturday, I’ll watch my Mean Green alma mater get smothered in what will surely be an entertaining game.

‘Tis the season!

Photographed in Austin, TX 

Raised in:
Louisville, Kentucky

Lives in:
Austin, Texas

Favorite thing about Austin:
I love to “off-season” in Austin, the mecca for outlandish ideas and dreams being dreamt. I love standing in the airport security line and seeing only boots.  I love all of the square pegs that live here and none of them trying to fit in a round hole. I love the entrepreneurial spirit and the endless support of trying new ventures. I love the constant effort of Austinites trying to make the world a better place one gluten-free, vegan only, recycle-bin, at a time. And the gas guzzling SUVs that come with it!  I love Austin because this is where I come alive.

Now would ya look at that:
Pre dinner at Vivo with Christie Leigh, the woman behind SouthernLeague Magazine and Gridiron Belles.

• Gucci sunglasses.
• Strand of pearls from 16th birthday present; antique clasp with Mama’s stones.
• Sherman Pickey shirt.
• GAP jeans.