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DANIELLE RUDY DAVIS

Just an overcommitted girl trying to keep up with it all. Mom of three, co-owner of Lemonade PR, sports lover and F1 enthusiast always counting down to the Kentucky Derby. 

It’s a Wrap!

Dec 30, 2015

All in all, 2015 was a pretty great year. Busy, hectic and filled with a lot of running late but also a lot of fun. Sometimes things got away from me or let’s be honest, I let them slip but from start to finish it’s been a year filled with more highs than lows and for that, I’m very thankful.

It was the year of learning to balance life with two kids (so. much. driving. and why does it never fail that one of them has always dropped something, lost something, left something behind). Still adjusting to that one and trying to figure out what we’re going to do with the addition of a third next year (#prayforme). We’re also packing up shop and moving in the next month – so that adventure on the horizon has me filled with the excited anxiety that can only accompany a move. Anyone want to come and help me pack up the overwhelming mess of crap that is my basement? My goal for 2016 is to eliminate clutter and the move is step one.

2015 was definitely the year of the Charleston trip for me with three long-weekends in the brightest spot in the South. This trip with Drew was my favorite but the trip to Charleston Fashion Week with Belk was certainly a memorable one filled with champagne, good eats and lots of laughter with new (and old) friends.

Derby 2015 was one for the records (and not just because of American Pharoah’s monster Triple Crown run). Partnering up with Jaclyn Journey and Whitney Neal on the annual Derby Dress of the Day series made it the best yet. Jaclyn’s floral backdrops were ah.maz.ing (make it yourself with her DIY instructions here). And as always, it would not be possible without a bomb group of gals that came out to model the looks. On the work front, getting to be a part of the Hermitage Grand Gala was an experience I’ll never forget. Sometimes work projects are just that, a lot of work but this one was something special. Don’t get me wrong, it was a lot of late nights, getting yelled at from time to time and figuring out crisis after crisis but getting to walk Chris Rock and Darius Rucker (along with some other random Derby celebs) down the red carpet was pretty cool. Followed that night up with a day at the track with some of my favorite people – it was a good one. I’m going to have to sit out Kentucky Derby 142 but I don’t want to talk about that or I’ll start getting FOMO and we’re still five months away.

One of my favorite parts of the year has been the opportunity to meet so of Louisville’s most creative people and share their stories in the Creative Louisville series. I’ve taken a bit of a break on it recently because of work commitments but I’m already lining up new posts for 2016 and hope to keep sharing the stories of these crazy, successful and extremely talented Kentuckians. Also, if you know someone that just NEEDS to be featured – let me know about them!

I’ve got a lot of ideas on how to improve things around these parts for 2016 along wth some new projects in the works but I’d love to hear from you on things you liked, things you hated (be honest) and what you’d like to see more of in the new year. Lou What Wear started and remains a creative outlet for sharing things that I think are pretty, funny, interesting, tasty, beautiful, cool or just plain silly but I definitely want to continue growing the content and sharing more of the stuff you like to see whether that be decor, fitness, beauty, party ideas or gift giving. So share your likes/loves/dislikes (cause hate is a little strong, ya know?) in the comments. Here’s to 2016 but before we close the book on 2015, here’s a few of my favorites from the last year (clearly 2015 was the year of the hat too – i may or may not look back at that cringe, we’ll see).

Happy New Year!

p.s. – click the photo to see the full post. 
J.Crew Regent Blazer * Blazer and T-Shirt_0465Hugo Guinness for J.Crew Bulldog T-Shirt_0499green-house-creative-studio-holiday-gathering-003J.Crew Downtown Field Jacket * Fall Outfit Ideas * NuluBlush Laser Cut Skirt * Work Outfit Inspiration_0365 TWJlex copyCreative Louisville - Clayton & Crume_0416NYFW S/S 2016 Street Style via The Cut (14)Pom Pom Beach Coverup * J.Crew Crewcuts Tunic (2)A. St. Clair Essential Tee * Black T-Shirt_0274Print Mix * Crop Top_0168 Creative Louisville * Whitney Neal * Wedding Photographer_0164 Creative Louisville * Whitney Neal * Wedding Photographer_0153Lucky in Love * Women's Tennis Style * Lou What Wear_0133West Coast (30x40) by Katherine JuryWhat to Wear to Forecastle Festival * Festival StyleJaclyn JourneyKentucky Brewed Tees Love More Hate Less * Lou What Wear (2)

Original Makers Club Dinner Series * Holly Hill Inn (3)

Charleston-South-Carolina-Color-Explore-CHS-HP-x36 (1)

Bloggers Who Budget * Pastels for Less * Gap * Lou What Wear (4)

* J.Crew Floral Linen Zip Front Dress * Tassel Earrings_0147CreativeLouisvilleEmilyMaynardDo It Yourself Floral Wall * Floral Backdrop * Whole Sale Flowers (6) White Paige Denim * Madewell Mint Summer Sweater *  Lou What Wear_0117Trina Turk Fashion Show * Charleston Fashion Week IMG_20150326_233100Kentucky Derby Outfit Inspiration * What to Wear to Kentucky Derby * Dress & Dwell * Headcandi Fascinator_0702Kentucky Derby Outfit Inspiration * What to Wear to Kentucky Derby * Circe Louisville * Kenzie Kapp Fascinator_0713Wholesale Flowers (3)Dress & Dwell Printed Dress * Maureen's Creations Hat * Kentucky Derby Style * Lou What Wear * Wholesale Flowers (1)Kentucky Derby Outfit Inspiration * What to Wear to Kentucky Derby * Circe Louisville * Kenzie Kapp Fascinator_0712Pink Romper * Kentucky Derby Style * Derby Hats * Derby Style_0053Lou What Wear * Cable Knit Sweater * Wool Hat * Winter Outfits_0612Lou What Wear * Gap Fit Work Out Gear * Training for a Mini-Marathon_0594 Lou What Wear * pink and plaid * Winter Work Outfit Ideas_0600Lou What Wear * Navy Blue Duck Boots * Winter Layers * Plaid_0585 Leather Jacket + Stripes * Winter Outfit Inspiration (6) J.Crew Regent Blazer * Stripes and Flares (1)Lou What Wear * Gray Beanie * Black Madewell Boots_0547davisfam070
Don’t forget to drop me a line in the comments on what you’d like to see more of in 2016! xo

 

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  1. 2015 has definitely been a whirlwind! Can’t wait to see what the new year has in store, and to see more of your Creative Louisville series!

    Josh | The Kentucky Gent
    http://thekentuckygent.com

    • Danielle says:

      Haha, I snuck the original announcement in to my christmas post. I hate bringing attention to it, especially since it’s #3 so I just slid it in there. 🙂

  2. Chelcey Tate says:

    Ah!! So exciting!!!! Even with number 3 you still deserve some major congrats to come your way!!!

    P.S. I’m all about your Secondhand Embarrassment posts + the Creative Louisville interviews are some of my favorites!

    Chelcey | http://www.chelceytate.com

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