Fall Florals for All Day
From blouses to loungewear, our design team has incorporated the beautiful outdoors and brought fall inspiration to this season’s new pieces. (I’ve included three of my must-haves!) Some may assume fall selections are dark and visually flat. But our...Preparing for a Getaway
Just two days after Labor Day, I was back on the road for a meeting with colleagues from National (more to come on our adventures!) With a family to tend to before leaving, I spent a few extra minutes jotting a list and checking it twice to make certain I had the...Labor Day in Wilmington
Happy Labor Day from Wilmington! I love this holiday – the start of a school year (which feels a bit like a refresh for me). The end of summer (I do not like warm weather). And of course with that…the start of fall. This weekend, we set sail in the blue...Preparing for Fall in the Kitchen
Yes – of course I cook in the summer. But let’s be honest. It’s already blazing hot outside, so my cooking is pretty simple. Some baked chicken and roasted veggies with a fresh summer salad for color – that’s been the routine around here....Wrapping Up for Fall
It is no secret – fall is my absolute favorite season of the year. I love nothing more than a walk in the cool night breeze and dinner with my family around our outdoor fireplace. And my other favorite part of the season? Cozy clothes in warm color ways and...Summer Playlist
The Carolinas are well known for beautiful outdoor music venues. When our family travels to Blowing Rock, we enjoy Fridays on the Lawn – an event at the Inn at Ragged Gardens held each week throughout the summer and early fall. here in Wilmington, I’ve had...Fall Inspired Outfits
From summer to fall – it’s happening so quickly! In the Carolinas, we opt for layering throughout the transition from summer to fall. We can experience a beautiful 80 degree day and move right into a “cold front” chilling the evening to a brisk...Blues and Greens, Tans and Greys…Picking Paint for your Home
One of my dearest friends is moving into a beautiful home this month and has started the (daunting) task of identifying paint colors for each room. We share a similar taste in style, and we love changing it up every now and then! Since they purchased their home, my...Fall Lounge
This weekend, my wonderful parents are celebrating their anniversary in the mountains of Tennessee. With cooler weather on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to grab a lounger and nestle up with a good book. Fall inspired colors and patterns from the landscapes...
I am Parker. My mom, Lynda, is the owner and President of National Wholesale. We are a woman’s apparel company that I’m hoping you know about but if not, you’ll be inspired to learn. We’ve been around since 1952. And the business was started by my entrepreneurial grandfather
So, this is my story.
And in a way, yours too. Welcome.
