In celebration of my birthday, Mr. Mickey took me to Cashiers and Highlands for the weekend. Cashiers, North Carolina, is about 60 miles away from Asheville, along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Explore nearby Nantahala National Forest to discover numerous waterfalls and hiking trails. There is abundant shopping, dining options, and golf among the many amazing things to see and do in this breathtaking area.
On Saturday, we visited Reclaimation Antiques to look at the vast collection of various objects.
Thunderstorms rolled through on Friday and Saturday, cutting our time in Highlands short on both days.
We didn’t let the storms stop us from visiting one of our favorite restaurants on Saturday evening. The Orchard offers seasonal dishes using the finest ingredients available. The extensive menu consists of American Cuisine with Southern touches.
Mr. Mickey enjoyed the salmon special, while I ordered the crabmeat stuffed mountain trout.
Since we were celebrating my birthday, our server, Joe, provided a carrot cake slice on the house. Mr. Mickey has been dreaming about their bread pudding for the past five years.
A stunning pair of sterling silver teardrop earrings were my birthday gift from Mr. Mickey.
The rain adversely impacted our ability to take photos for you this weekend. Below, I recreated the look I wore to dinner.
Packing a few carefully planned separates allows me to mix and match a variety of looks without overpacking. My list for this trip included a gray and a white tank top (here) and a black cami (here). White jeans (similar here), similar blue jeans (here) and black pants (here), a short white sweater (sorry, no photos) (here) and a long gray sweater (similar here) as well as a scarf to go with everything and this black jacket. I took black pumps (similar here) to wear to dinner and wore comfortable nude loafers (similar here).
The Anthracite color Kate Spade satchel was my day bag. Mine is old (similar here). I took a small black chain bag (similar here) to use in the evening. My Native – Silver Mesh 36mm Nordgreen watch is here.
I like your positive attitude! Belated birthday wishes to you. I think any weekend you two spend together is a good weekend, no matter what the weather. Blessings!
Happy Birthday! Visually, you look like you are aging in reverse and thanks for sharing all your secrets and tips on how you manage to do that here.
I enjoy your posts. I would love to see what scarves you might have.
Hi Susan, Happy birthday and wishes for a happy, healthy and joyful year ahead.
If possible Please send me information on your scarves.
Thank you!
Ann
Belated happy birthday from another “13th” birthday baby – mine is in January though. With your scarf – do you double it, then loop it around and put one end through the loop?
Thank you. I folded the scarf on the bias (example here). I placed the scarf with the middle of the length in front, wrapped the ends around and then tucked them into the front loop.
I would like a list of your scarves you have.
I had to chuckle when I saw the lovely napkin in the roll basket right next to the candle. On one very special occasion I flipped the napkin back to uncover the rolls and it caught on fire! Fortunately, we were able to put it out quickly, but it was memorable!
Happy Birthday! I always enjoy your posts!!
I have that same book in my stack of books by my chair, waiting to be read. I’ve been reading about the gilded age a lot and learning about that time in the U.S. is very interesting. I’m sure that the closeness of Biltmore makes it very interesting to you.
Happy Birthday! Your packing suggestions are spot on. I just returned from nearly three weeks in Italy and carefully assembled a capsule wardrobe that fit into a 20” carryon suitcase. I had plenty of options and it made using the Italian trains so much easier!
Happy Birthday, Susan! When you have a moment I’m interested in the scarves still available. Thank you!
Susan love your blog. I like your travels and food pictures as much as your fashion choices. We are planning a trip to Cashiers in November. Do you have a favorite place to stay?
We have stayed at much more exclusive places both in Highlands and Cashiers, but we were well pleased with the Hampton Inn. We have stayed with them in several locations, and we are always happy with how clean and quiet their hotels are.
Susan,
I am a true scarf lover and would appreciate it if you would send me pictures of your remaining scarves.
Thank you,
Bev Edkins
What a lovely weekend to celebrate your birthday. Mr Mickey is a class act!
Do you have recommendation for places to stay in Cashiers or Highlands?
Try Hampton Inn in Cashiers. We loved the location and it is very quiet.
I live here! We just moved to Cashiers in 2018. We relocated from Florida and truly love our mountain town. So much to do and see here and the shopping is terrific. The Orchard restaurant is our favorite and is where I am going for my birthday on 9/25. So glad you enjoyed the area. I always love your posts and a big fan!
Thank you! What fun it would have been to run into you. We love that area!
A belated happy birthday. Just wondering how you “tied” the scarf in this picture and how big the scarf is. Thanks..and again, Happy Birthday!
The scarf is #3. It measures 51″. I folded it on the bias (here) I placed the middle middle of the length in front, wrapped the ends around and then tucked them back under the front loop.
Happy Birthday Susan. I would be interested in the scarves you still have available. Thank you!
Susan love the pictures. I have been using Beauty Counter’s 1 oil and the overnight peel for a couple of weeks and my skin is looking better. What would you recommend for a moisturizer? I am 77 yrs. old with fairly dry skin? thank you. Julianna
The Countertime Tetrapeptide Supreme is perfect for nighttime. Countertime Antioxidant Soft Cream is the right one for daytime.
Susan, what is the name of the Liverpool pull on jean you have from Liverpool? I have friend wanting that brand and I remember you wearing that jean. Also, does it come to waistline? Thank you. Karen
I have several Liverpool jeans; Meredith Ankle Slim Stretch, The Sadie Straight, and The Sienna Legging.
Many happy returns, you look fabulous as always 🙂 I would love to see how you tied yours scarf. I can’t quite visualize it from your descriptions. If you have a minute, in what I know is a busy schedule, could you film a quick video to demonstrate. Sorry I know it’s a bit ask. Many thanks for all your great posts.
Here is your video.
I would love to see your available scarves, Susan. HAPPY BIRTHDAY too!
Hi Susan and Belated Happy Birthday! What do you use for sun protection?
I use Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Stick on my face. I’ve just started using Countersun Mineral Sunscreen Lotion on my body. I prefer the control of lotion and a stick.
Love Cashiers and Highlands!!!! Beautiful!!!
Happy Birthday
It looks like a wonderful birthday trip! Happy Birthday I wish I had your packing ability.
My aunt and uncle have a home in the mountains near Cashiers. It is so beautiful there!
Is the scarf you are wearing in this post still available? A while back you sent me an email with the remaining scarves but I don’t believe this was among them. This was a really lovey post. Thank you for all you do to share your “good taste”!
Belated Birthday greetings!
Barbara
The scarf I wore in this post is #3.
love that evening look. such wonderful companion ,yourself and Mr Mickey. Gorgeous earrings by the way.
Beautiful scarf
Happy birthday! I would love to have the list of your scarves!
Happy Birthday Susan. Please email a list of the scarfs you have. Thank you.
I read your blog religiously and enjoy it tremendously. I love the short trips n the part of the country i love. I also enjoy your outfits and try to recreate them. Would love to see what scarves you still have available. You wear the loveliest ones with your outfits.
Susan
Would like to see the scarves. Happy belated birthday. Really enjoy your blog.
Please send me pictures of the scarves. I’m interested in purchasing two.
Do your clothing suggestions work for someone only five feet tall, petite?
If you have a tailor you trust, they can alter garments to fit you better. Otherwise, look for similar classic styles at Talbot’s, Ann Taylor or other such specialty shops.
Susan, what a blessing your blog is! I would love to see a list of your scarves—thank you!
I wasn’t able to get your email to go through. Please confirm it.
Happy Birthday Susan. You look lovely.
Love the scarf #3. If it is still ailable I would love to purchase it. How do I go about doing that?
Love all our posts…you are one class act!
Susan
I am enjoying your site so much. I live in south Mississippi but have traveled to many of the same areas you travel to ….NC, Abingdon, etc. In fact we are going to Abingdon again in October. The climate in NC is so wonderful! Love all of that area. We are sweltering here….Fall can’t get here fast enough for me!!
Please let me know which scarves you still have available.
Thank you so much for your site and all of your tips.
Sharon McDonough
Is that particular scarf still available? Size? I like the beige/tan & navy combo
I love you style! Please send pictures of the scarves you have left for sale. Happy belated Birthday!
Please send pics of scarves you still have.
Thanks and Happy Belated Birthday!
Happy birthday, Susan! Wishing you all the best in the year to come. Please send photos of your remaining scarves. Thanks so much.
I have a very dumb question. How do you go about picking out a scarf? I’ve seen #3 several times but couldn’t visualize it until you wore it. I look at the pattern and colors but can’t seem to get it right. I know you can’t see the pattern when you are wearing it but I can’t visualize it. Guess you are going to have to show each scarf with you wearing it. Any suggestions?
The colors in the scarf should complement the colors of your clothing and flatter your complexion.
I always enjoy your posts, and the scenes of North Caroline (where I used to live).
I’m interested in purchasing more of your scarves. They are beautiful and the generous size makes them very flexible.
thanks.
Again, I’m learning so much from you! I keep trying to wear a brightly colored tank or shell (in this case a bright pink) under an open longer grey cardi paired with dark grey slim jeans and it just doesn’t look right. When I change out that bright pink shell for a grey one and instead add a bright pink and gold necklace it looks so much better! Thank you for helping all of us.
I LOVE the Sara Woo Top with its side detail!! Wish she would offer again. Also, would REALLY help if these beautiful tops were Petite sizes!!!
Belated HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! You looked Devine for this celebration … of course ❤️♥️♥️ from Texas
Which scarves do you still have by chance? Any handbags?I had asked you about a Ralph Lauren one about this time last year I believe. Thanks,
Love to see the scarves still available. My basic colors are white, black, blue, grey.
I love the variety and coordination in your outfits. I notice that you wear several different brands of jeans. I’d love to see a post on your favorites and/or how you select jeans for your wardrobe.
I recently discovered your blog – love it! Wish I had found it sooner. I love how you put together a polished look with the basics in your wardrobe.
Please forward a list of scarves that are still available.
Would you mind telling us the size of your jacket? Thanks!
I am wearing a size medium.
Hello Susan,
I have really enjoyed your blog over the past several months and all the clothing and scarves I have either purchased from your former store of from Clara Sunwoo & others. The scarves have provided such energy and versatility, especially in my travel wardrobe. I know you are taking a sabbatical for September – so I don’t expect to hear from you (enjoy that time, you deserve it!) for quite a while.
I would love to know how you folded and draped the scarf in this post so that it stays secure – and just drapes one tie down the front. It looks lovely. Thank you!
A video is here to show you how I did that fold. Thank you!
Belated Happy Birthday. Love the earrings, Mr. Mickey has excellent taste. Enjoy your break.
Dear Susan,
Happy Birthday!
Love your looks! Casual yet elegant, you’re my hero!
I have 2 of your scarves, red and blue, and red and black, love them. I find Id like a scarf with pink in it, do you have one?
Marie
Love your ColorSync
Susan, I am a new follower. I love reading your daily blogs. Did you or do you wear a strapless black bra under the black cami featured on this site? I’m trying to catch up with all the articles until I reach today’s date. Whew! I am enjoying it though.
Kathy
I have never found a strapless bra that will stay in place. I find it much easier to wear my regular Ultimate style bra from Shapeez.com and not remove my jacket.