spring style - Saddle Creek

Linen Essentials From Banana Republic

Linen has long been a warm weather staple, and Banana Republic just dropped a collection filled with linen essentials for men and women that we want in our closets.

Linen is such a breathable fabric, and it’s also a classic material to have for Spring and Summer. Their latest collection of dresses, blazers, pants and other pieces have us excited to update our wardrobe (and our beau’s wardrobe too!). You can never go wrong with having a linen shirt or pants in your closet when it’s hot outside, and we love the color palette that makes up this latest drop.

If you’re looking to add some Linen Essentials to your wardrobe, here are some of our favorites from Banana Republic.

ARCATA TENCEL-LINEN SHIRT

MAYA LINEN MIDI DRESS

CALDO ITALIAN COTTON-LINEN SUIT JACKET

LINA RELAXED LINEN BLAZER

LAUREL LINEN-COTTON UTILITY DRESS

STANDARD CASTELLO LINEN SHIRT

THE OVERSIZED LINEN SHIRT

LISA LINEN MAXI SKIRT

LINO 11 LINEN SHORT

TEIA LINEN CARDIGAN

TRAVELER LINEN-COTTON BLAZER

TEIA LINEN SWEATER TANK

LINEN-COTTON TRAVELER PULL-ON PANT

LINA LINEN WIDE-LEG PANT

LINEN FRENCH TERRY T-SHIRT

ELLA LINEN MINI DRESS

CASTELLO LINEN BANDED-COLLAR SHIRT

To shop the full linen collection, stop by our Banana Republic location in Saddle Creek and let one of their stylists help style you.

Banana Republic
7615 W Farmington Blvd
Germantown, TN 38138

Be sure to follow The Shops of Saddle Creek on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all of the happenings and sales!

April 9, 2024/by Kim Thomas

What’s Trending | New Arrivals At Chico’s

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Trends come and go every season, but there are certain wardrobe pieces for Spring that will never go out of style. Chico’s latest collection of new arrivals is filled with transitional styles that will help you update your closet for Spring. Since 1983, Chico’s has been focused on offering styles that will make literally everyone look fabulous, regardless of age.

Rich colors, bold prints, and unique artisanal details are why people love their clothing so much, and now is the perfect time to make an update!

Here are a few key pieces from their latest collection to add to your wardrobe:

Girlfriend Embellished Distressed Crops

Style these crops with tees, tunics, and ponchos to take your casual look up a notch.

Love the bead and fringe detail!

Fringe Tier Sleeve Tee

A perfectly fitted tee for special occasions.

Linen-Blend Stretch Floral Pants

Pair these pants with a pullover top on days when you want to wear something light, casual, and fresh.

Linen Off-Shoulder Tee

The flutter sleeves on this lovely tee work great with wide leg pants or jeans.

Faux Wrap Paisley Ruffle Dress

This dress would be a great way to stay cool during outdoor brunches, lunches, and early evening dinners.

Gold-Tone Textured Drop Earrings

Show up in these cuties to parties and the most special of occasions —these earrings can do it all.

Eyelet Smocked Tiered Dress

Pair it with heeled sandals for a stunning seasonal look.

Don’t forget the accessories: Chico’s has a fun collection of necklaces, earrings, bracelets, shoes and other accessories. Be warned: their jewelry sells out QUICK, so don’t hesitate to grab what you want!

Chico’s
7615 W Farmington Blvd
Germantown, TN 38138

Credits:
Photography: Kim Thomas
Models: Caitlin + Laura
Wardrobe + Jewelry: Chico’s (except for models’ shoes)

Be sure to follow The Shops of Saddle Creek on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all of the happenings and sales!

April 6, 2023/by Kim Thomas

Elevated Essentials With Madewell

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Heading into Spring is one of the hardest times to get dressed, especially in Memphis. The weather is very chaotic (it may 70 degrees today, but 30 degrees tomorrow), so your best option is to reach for pieces that are transitional. Light layers in breathable fabrics are a must, and with Spring being only a few days a way, you can reach for brighter colors and patterns that will play nicely with your neutrals. Madewell currently has a great collection in store, featuring pieces that are must-haves right now.

Madewell’s 2023 Spring collection is both elevated and effortless, with key styles that will easily refresh your wardrobe. Here’s a highlight of some of the pieces that will be your go-tos.

The Harlow Wide-Leg Pant

Made of a drapey TENCEL™ lyocell and linen blend, these straight-leg pants have sailor-inspired button tabs at the waist.

V-Neck Sweater Tank

Cropped with an on-body fit, this V-neck sweater tank is easy to throw on and goes with any style jean or pant.

Puff-Sleeve Open-Back Midi Dress

Voluminous puff sleeves, ruffly tiers and a sexy tie-back cutout make it so special.

The Piazza Mini Crossbody Bag

With a cinchable drawstring, magnetic closure and an adjustable (and removable) shoulder strap, this mini crossbody can hold all the essentials.

Kacie Mini Shirtdress

A modern take on the retro shirtdress, this pretty mini dress features an open notched collar, flowy flutter sleeves and buttons down the front.

The Medium Transport Tote: Woven Leather Edition

2 ways to carry: with the top handles or the detachable shoulder strap.

The Perfect Vintage Wide-Leg Jean: Button Fly Edition

These cropped jeans combine the high fitted waist people love with slouchy wide legs (and a supercute stacked button fly).

The Signature Poplin Oversized Shirt

This button-up shirt has an oversized fit for a more relaxed vibe.

So many chic new styles to choose from! Madewell is always getting in new products, so pop in soon to see what’s new!

Madewell
7615 W Farmington Blvd
Suite 9
Germantown, TN 38138

Credits:
Photography: Kim Thomas
Models: Andrea + Yamile
Wardrobe + Accessories: Madewell (except for models’ shoes)

Be sure to follow The Shops of Saddle Creek on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all of the happenings and sales!

February 27, 2023/by Kim Thomas

3 Ways To Inject More Color Into Your Spring Wardrobe

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Spring has officially begun, which means it’s time to refresh your wardrobe for the season. While neutrals will always be great for foundational pieces, the lighter feeling of Spring invites us to inject a little more color into our style. Punches of both neon and creamsicle shades will be go-tos this season, and Banana Republic has a new collection of Spring Essentials that are perfect for right now. Paired with fun handbags from Michael Kors and Brahmin, you’re sure to create a look that’s guaranteed to elevate your mood all season long. Ready to punch things up? Here are 3 easy ways to inject more color into your Spring wardrobe.

Gauzy Knits

Cooler temps haven’t completely left us yet, so gauzy knit sweaters are still a must for those days when you need to cut through the chill. This pretty sunbeam color is an instant mood booster, and will pair well with all of your favorite denim or neutral trousers.

The complimentary hues from this Brahmin Satchel tie it all together without overpowering your look.

Feathered Frocks

Florals for Spring won’t ever be groundbreaking, but what about a novelty bird print? A prettily patterned dress in a sweet hue is a must for the 2022 Spring season, and this one is versatile enough to be styled with heels, booties, and sneakers.

A dreamsicle colored Michael Kors Tote and classic mirrored aviators keep the focus on the dress while enhancing the overall fit.

Boldly Hued Handbags

For some, neutral outfits will be the way to go, but you can still add a little more color into your wardrobe via your accessories.

A classic Michael Kors shoulder bag in a bold wild berry color is an easy way to make a chic statement.

So many colors to try, so little time!

Credits:
Photography: Kim Thomas
Clothing + Jewelry: Banana Republic
Handbags + Sunglasses: Michael Kors + Brahmin
Models: Lauren, Cara and Yamile

To shop all of these trends, be sure to visit these local retailers in The Shops of Saddle Creek!

March 21, 2022/by Kim Thomas

Pretty Neutrals | Must-Have Pieces From Banana Republic

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While many people start to gravitate towards more colorful pieces for Spring, some still prefer to walk on the more neutral side. Neutral doesn’t have to equal boring, however, and right now Banana Republic has in some key pieces that can both refresh and elevate any wardrobe, regardless of personal style. The shade range is a little more tonal and fun (think safari chic), so they will pair well with the pieces that you already own.

Ready to shop? Here are some of the must-have pieces from Banana Republic’s Spring collection.

The Silk Maxi Slip Dress
Crafted from glossy silk charmeuse, this (washable) slip dress is luxury at its best as it is cut on the bias to give it stunning drape.

Make it a monochromatic look with a cape style cardigan and snakeskin boots. Accessorize with gold jewelry and a cute top-handle satchel.

The Safari Shirtdress
This utility-inspired classic is ideal for holidays far away (or just trips to brunch with your girls).

Keep the look sleek with heels and aviators, but you can easily dress it down even more with a pair of converse and a baseball cap for a more model off duty look.

The Tapered Cargo Pant
Utility with a twist, this luxe cargo pant is crafted for a more refined look and feel.

A mock turtleneck in a contrasting color and a structured handbag with animal print detail and heels makes this a look perfect for work, but a denim button down and loafers can make them more casual.

The Flounce-Hem Mini Dress
The A-line, swing fit cut gives this dress a flirty feel (especially when paired with heels, a trendy handbag and worn belted).

You can make it more sweet with a denim jacket and Golden Goose kicks.

The Cotton Cardigan
This classic shawl-collar cardigan sweater will pair well with just about everything in your wardrobe, but we especially love it with a matching tee and a pair of skinnies.

This will be the cardigan that you pull out in place of a jacket all season long.

In addition to the standout pieces listed above, gold accessories and smart totes in buttery fabrics should be on your shopping list for Spring as well. While not every item can be worn everywhere, you’d be surprised what works well together when you take a little time out to mix and match the different styles your wardrobe.

Credits:
Photography: Kim Thomas
Clothing + Jewelry: Banana Republic
Handbags + Sunglasses: Michael Kors + Brahmin
Models: Carmeon, Lauren, Cara and Yamile

To shop all of these trends, be sure to visit these local retailers in The Shops of Saddle Creek!

March 14, 2022/by Kim Thomas

Spring Finds in Anthropologie

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Anthropologie is one of my favorite stores to visit for both style and home decor inspiration. I love the way that they play with patterns, prints, and textures, and Spring might be my favorite season for their new arrivals.

The colors throughout the store are both vibrant and muted; we all know that orange is a popular color for Spring, however, they will also have soft shades of peach and creamsicle mixed throughout, so you have more options to choose from (which can be both good and bad for your wallet). With Spring being a few weeks away, I popped in recently to see what was new, and I immediately got a burst of excitement when I walked through the door.

Hello Spring! As soon as you step inside, their display styling instantly brings to mind the fun, whimsical feeling of Spring.

Maxi prairie style dresses are still a hot trend right now, and this ditsy floral print is such a statement piece. If it feels like too much, you can easily tone it down with a light wash denim jacket.

This could make for both a fun cocktail dress or afternoon brunch outfit based around how you style it.

I’ll take one of each please! Obsessed with these little satchel handbags. The leather looks buttery and I love the creaminess of the colors. The peach shade might be my fave.

Patterned cardigans and kimonos are my favorite third pieces to pair with denim right now.

Softer washes of color are a sweet way to ease into Spring style. I would live in this pastel button up with linen joggers.

Casually cool outfits with relaxed trousers and paisley print or textured blouses are essentials.

The perfect Spring color palette in one wall. This cropped cable-knit cardigan would look so cute over a simple white slip dress or with a tank and patterned maxi skirt.

I love the shape of this purse. If you’re not one to carry a lot of junk with you, it could easily be an everyday bag.

Typically a gold hoops girl for every day, but these could be mixed in as a chic alternative.

Give me all of candles and home decor styling pieces. Simple ways to refresh your home.

Anthropologie always gets in some of the prettiest prints (and they have sales regularly if you’re budget conscious like me), so pop in the next time you’re near The Shops of Saddle Creek!

Anthropologie
The Shops of Saddle Creek
7615 W Farmington Blvd
Germantown, TN 38138

March 7, 2022/by Kim Thomas

Saddle Creek Style | Spring Refresh

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I’m so happy that it’s finally starting to warm up in Memphis, and we’ve partnered with some of our favorite local influencers to highlight Spring styles and trends from a few of our Saddle Creek retailers to help you get through the season in style.

The past few months have been rough, but now that the weather is pleasant and patio season is back, it feels good to be able to get dressed and (safely) hang out with family and friends.

Refreshing your wardrobe for Spring is a must, and I don’t know about you, but we’ve been itching to update our closets with some new pieces for the season. While you don’t have to build a capsule wardrobe, I do believe that investing in pieces that are versatile and that you can get a lot of wear out of is so important, especially for Spring.

Flirty little dresses are always a must! Perfect for date night or brunchin’ with your girlfriends!

Don’t forget a neutral tote to carry all of your essentials!

Every guy needs an elevated jogger set. This French Terry set has a soft, cozy feel that’s perfect for all seasons.

Linen shirts are a warm-weather essential, but take it to the next level with a fun all-over pattern and pair with shorts in a bolder color.

Mixed prints and versatile, lightweight pieces are must-haves for your wardrobe right now, so stop by The Shops of Saddle Creek to see what’s new!

Clothing:
Bianca | Dress: LOFT, Bracelets: Kendra Scott, Earrings: LOFT, Sunglasses: SEE Eyewear
Cara | Dress: Indigo, Earrings: Kendra Scott, Handbag: Vera Bradley, Sunglasses: SEE Eyewear
Carmeon | Dress: Indigo, Earrings Kendra Scott, Handbag: Indigo, Sunglasses: SEE Eyewear
David | Shirt + Shorts: J. Crew, Sunglasses: SEE Eyewear
Michael | Jogger Set + Tee: Banana Republic, Sunglasses: SEE Eyewear
*All models wore their own shoes

Photography + Styling: Kim Thomas
Beautiful florals provided by Mili’s Flower Truck
Sweet Treats provided by Smallcakes Collierville
Makeup Artist: Matt Gossett

To shop all of these looks, visit our local retailers in The Shops of Saddle Creek!

April 19, 2021/by Kim Thomas

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Linen Essentials From Banana Republic

Be sure to follow The Shops of Saddle Creek on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all of the happenings and sales!

What’s Trending | New Arrivals At Chico’s

Be sure to follow The Shops of Saddle Creek on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all of the happenings and sales!

Elevated Essentials With Madewell

Be sure to follow The Shops of Saddle Creek on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with all of the happenings and sales!

3 Ways To Inject More Color Into Your Spring Wardrobe

Gauzy Knits

Feathered Frocks

Boldly Hued Handbags

To shop all of these trends, be sure to visit these local retailers in The Shops of Saddle Creek!

Pretty Neutrals | Must-Have Pieces From Banana Republic

To shop all of these trends, be sure to visit these local retailers in The Shops of Saddle Creek!

Spring Finds in Anthropologie

Saddle Creek Style | Spring Refresh

To shop all of these looks, visit our local retailers in The Shops of Saddle Creek!

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