#brochu walker

Who: Rocky Barnes

What: Brochu Walker Lori Off Shoulder Cashmere Sweater in Flint Mélange ($468.00) Where: Instagram - March 15, 2025

Hi Everyone! I’ve just gotten back from a quick trip to Richmond to visit my daughter and little granddaughter Stella! She’s growing so quickly and seems to change by the minute! She’s smiling and laughing and really getting quite a little personality! I got to keep her for a while yesterday while mom and dad went out and ran errands and it was the sweetest time! I feel so blessed to have 4 beautiful grandchildren!

On the way to Richmond, I met my friend Lisa Richey for lunch at an amazing restaurant in Raleigh called Bida Manda. Bida Manda is a Laotian restaurant and very delicious! I’ve never really eaten Laotian food but can’t wait to explore and learn more about this cuisine and culture. I highly recommend this restaurant if you’re in the Raleigh area! I’ll definitely be back as soon as possible!

These pictures were taken at the Proximity Hotel in Greensboro, NC…it’s one of my favorite hotels and they also have a fabulous restaurant called Print Works. The Proximity was named after the the Proximity Mill which was a cotton and sawmill in the 1800s. The restaurant was named after the Printworks Mill. These names are nods to Greensboro’s rich textile history. It’s such a pretty hotel and the food is delicious so we decided to take some pictures and then eat lunch after!

I’m wearing a gorgeous cashmere sweater and trousers from Brochu Walker. I started working with Brochu Walker last year around this time and they have truly become one of my favorite brands! The clothes are timeless, well made and elegant and pieces that I reach for again and again!

Brochu Walker makes the most luxurious cashmere and I’ll be wearing this sweater nonstop until the weather gets too warm. The camel is such a great color and it also comes in a beautiful ivory color…it’s so elegant! The pants are a linen/cotton blend and so versatile! I have the same style in a brown faux leather and I’ve worn them often! I’m such a denim girl and these pants have a denim look but a trouser style which I love! I added my favorite Veronica Beard booties (I’ll wear slingbacks when the weather gets warmer), my Louis Vuitton tote and a chunky gold chain (similar here).

Baldy and I are off to Florida on Tuesday and I’m very ready for some sunny skies and warm temperatures!

President’s Day Sales

I’m not sure what it is with President’s Day and mattresses, but there are so many great mattress sales going on now…so if you’re in the market, this is definitely time to purchase! Keep scrolling because I’ve included a boutique of some of my favorite pieces from a few of the sales!

Fashion & Beauty

Abercrombie - 25% Off All Jeans

Adidas - Savings of Up to 65% off with Code FEBRUARY

Nordstrom - Winter Sale Up to 50% Off

Stila Cometics - LIMITED TIME ONLY - Buy 3 or more Steals and enter code SAVEMORE for an EXTRA 10% OFF

Saylor Clothing - During the Friends & Family Sale, enjoy an extra 20% off sitewide with code FF24 from February 16 through February 19

ThirdLove - Take 25% off undergarments with code LONGWEEKEND between February 15 and February 19.

Natori - During the President’s Day Weekend Sale, take an extra 40% off the sale section with code PRESIDENT between February 16 and February 21.

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1stDibs: Up to 30% off Sitewide

Annie Selke: Extra 20% off Select Sale Items

Beautyrest Mattresses: Up to $1,100 Select Mattresses

Boll & Branch - 20% Off Sitewide

Brentwood Home - 10% Off Sitewide

Brooklinen - 20% Off Sitewide

Buffy - Up to 30% Off

Caraway - Free Cutting Board with Purchase of $825 or More

Casper - Up to 30% Off Sitewide

Castlery - Up to $450 Off Sitewide

Courant - 20% off Sitewide

Coyuchi Bedding & Bath - Up to 40% Off Select Bedding

Cozy Earth - 20 - 25% Off Sitewide

Crate & Barrel - Up to 60% off Clearance

Ettitude Bedding - Buy One Get One 50% Off Duvet Covers and Inserts

Lulu and Georgia Furniture - Up to 25% Off Sitewide

Made In Cookware - Up to 25% Off Sitewide

Mitzi Lighting - 20% Off Sitewide

Nectar Sleep - Up to 40% Off Sitewide

Our Place - Up to 25% Off Sitewide

Parachute Home - 20% Off Sitewide

Purple Bedding - Up to $800 Off Mattress Sets

Samsung - Up to 30% Off Frame Smart TV

Saatva Mattresses - Up to $600 Off Mattresses

Serta - Up to $1100 Off Mattresses and Adjustable Bases

Stearns & Foster - Up to $600 Off Select Mattresses

Target - Up to $150 Off Select Apple Products

Tempur-Pedic - Up to $500 Off Mattresses and Sets

Tuft & Needle Sleep - 20% Off Mattress

Urban Outfitters - Up to 50% Off Sale Items

Wayfair - Up to 70% Off Sitewide

West Elm - Up to 60% Off Sale Items

Happy September! This year is flying by and if you can even believe it, I’m starting to think about the holidays! With a new baby coming and the whole family being home for Thanksgiving and Christmas, there is a lot to plan…never mind creating blog and social media content and everything in between! I thought life was supposed to slow down as you got older, but I’m sure that’s just a misconception because I’m only getting busier! Some days I’m exhausted, but I really wouldn’t have it any other way! Life is good and I’m so grateful!

One thing that makes life easier is having fabulous basics in my closet that I can mix and match! Now that cooler weather is right around the corner (hopefully), I’m starting to think about lightweight layering pieces that are versatile and easy to wear and this vest is absolutely perfect!

Everyone needs a chic little puffer vest and this Anders Vest from Brochu Walker will be a forever classic in my closet! The designer touches like the high stand collar and the grosgrain detailing on the closure are standard details for Brochu Walker and one of the many reasons I love the brand! This down filled vest is lightweight and features side pockets (love pockets) for stashing keys, credit card and phone if needed! This stylish vest will go with everything in your wardrobe and you’ll reach for it again and again!

I styled the vest with flare jeans (my new favorite style), a simple tee (similar) from Michael Stars, brown suede booties from Ba&sh Paris (the color I’m wearing is from last season and the ones linked are exact but a tan instead of brown), a bag from Modus Rio (similar here) and a necklace from Holst & Lee (purchased at Rebecca & Co. Greensboro). Later in the season, I’ll add a sweater for more warmth! Dress this vest up or down…it would be amazing with leather pants and a sweater, or sneakers and cropped jeans! You really can’t go wrong with a classic, hard working piece like this!

I’m linking a few other favorite pieces from Brochu Walker in the boutique below! I know you’ll love them all…these are very special clothes and I absolutely love them all!

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Brochu Walker The Looker Layered V-Neck - $398

It’s been a while since I did a brand crush post, and if you don’t already know about Brochu Walker, I cannot wait to introduce you!

My obsession started with the best white blouse ever…

Did I tell this story already??? If so, please disregard and look at the pictures and the boutique at the end because you’re gonna love these pieces!

I was in Raleigh shopping with my daughter for her birthday back in March and we went into this cute little boutique called Gena Chandler…it was full of fabulous elevated basics and loungewear, which I love! I decided to try on a white blouse because my favorite one was looking a little old and I tried on one from Brochu Walker. Actually…I didn’t know who made it at the time, I just bought it immediately because it was so good!

About a week or so later, I received a collaboration offer from a company called Brochu Walker and it was such a coincidence because I also realized that’s the company that made my white blouse! (I think I did tell this story…sorry). Anyway, to make a long story short, I quickly accepted the offer and my obsession continues!

Where do I even start with what a great company Brochu Walker is! The clothes are beautiful…soft and luxurious and so wearable, but also, they have many pieces that are made with 100% organic cotton and their practices are as sustainable as possible!

Brochu Walker works with knitwear mills who are members of ICCAW (International Cooperation Committee of Animal Welfare), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting animal welfare and animal-friendly farming systems.

Their cashmere and wool/cashmere Lookers are Certified by the RWS (Responsible Wool Standard), which prioritizes its commitment to animal welfare and maintains the highest social standard for employees.

Brochu Walker is a proud partner of the Bonneville Environmental Fund, an organization dedicated to restoring water in communities throughout the USA.

And all of their products are shipped in high quality compostable bags and beautiful boxes that can be recycled or reused!

In these pictures, I’m wearing the Fida Shrug in salt white along with the Gorga pant in brownstone. The satin pants are so comfortable, soft, flattering and versatile…wear them with a tank when it’s hot, or a heavier sweater. There is also a top that coordinates on the website (and linked below)! I’m a little on the short side, so if I wasn’t on the beach, I would wear an espadrille or other heel with these pants. They run true to size and I’m wearing an extra small.

The sweater is like a light, wearable blanket! I love it over a tank…white, off white, black or a tobacco color would be beautiful! This is elevated loungewear at it’s best!

I added a strand of pearls from Julie Miles to complete the look and on the beach, shoes aren’t required at all!