Jessica Sloane's Party Essentials

By Southern Living Editors
This top Nashville event planner shares her tips and favorite sources for entertaining in style—and looking great while doing it.
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Meet Jessica Sloane

Credit: Photo: Robbie Caponetto; Styling: Kim Perrett; Hair And Makeup: Mary Beth Felts/Zenobia

Jessica's Look
"I love to incorporate leather accessories to give a little edge to a dress, like this sweet blue one from BCBG."

Her Company
Jessica Sloane Event Styling & Design, jessicasloane.com

Her Event Style
Organic elegance

Her Favorite Venue
A picturesque barn such as the Carriage House at Nashville's Belle Meade Plantation, bellemeadeplantation.com

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Evening Bag Essentials

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson

I keep it practical: lip gloss, eye shadow, and my iPhone.

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My Vanity Is Always Stocked With

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson

Something new. I am constantly trying new products. Right now I'm loving Omorovicza, a Hungarian line that's carried at Private Edition, a great store here.

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On My Christmas Wish List

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson

I practically live in my Frye boots. Hoping to add to my collection this year!

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My Holiday Table Is Always Set With

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson

Neutrals with touches of gold and ample greenery. Then I add earthy-colored napkins.

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Go-To Hostess Gift

Credit: Photo: Ralph Lee Anderson

A cute apron. IceMilk Aprons are made in Georgia and come packaged in Mason jars. Perfect for gifting!

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