Reese Witherspoon: The SL Photoshoot
Reese!
Our September cover girl returns home to open her Southern retailer, Draper James, and shares the family ties that inspired it.
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Timeless Style
Witherspoon's clothing line features pieces inspired by vintage photos of her grandmother.
Grace lace dress; draperjames.com
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"My grandmother was so elegant. She didn't have a lot of dresses or anything, but she always looked put together."
Pennington peacoat, Grady sweater, Austin button-down, Tootsie jean, and Assorted Charm bracelet; draperjames.com
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True to Her Roots
An avid thank-you note writer, Witherspoon made sure stationery was part of the Draper James line.
Casey dress, notepad, and Signature throw; draperjames.com
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Gracious Host
"I used to be really intimidated by dinner parties. Then I realized anybody coming to my house loves me anyway. Now I put less emphasis on perfection and more on joy and happiness."
Hermitage cardigan, Clementine top, and Tootsie jeans; draperjames.com
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Polish and Poise
She designs her line of clothes to take Southern ladies from a casual tailgate to a family dinner.
Nashville top and Printed Knoxville pant, Flora cardigan, and charm bracelets; draperjames.com
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The New Southern Woman
"I don't know a weak Southern woman. My mom says if you want something done, then ask a Southern woman. There are a lot of old ideas about the South, but it's a different time. I'm excited about the new South."