Keeping cool during the summertime in the South can be a challenge as we look for ways to beat both the heat and the humidity while still embracing our personal sense of style in the process.
On the List
After an unexpected bout of strep throat that came out of nowhere and did a real number on me, I’m looking forward to hopefully getting back into the swing of things over the weekend, which means a brand new edition…
All About Sage
Remember when I first shared about the balloon sleeved dress that I liked so much I bought it in two colors? While the first was a beautiful floral pattern, this sage green was a color that I’ve been looking to…
Behind the Brand | Marta Scarampi
“More than ever, we’re not looking at our wardrobes just as a source of joy, but with a “less is more” mindset; quality over quantity becomes our mantra. Now that the sun is out it’s time to invest in garments that will spark joy on a long-term basis. Dare to…
Late Summer Style Edit
“There shall be eternal summer in the grateful heart.” — Celia Thaxter This year I’ve found myself holding onto the summer season, especially those few extra hours of sunlight in the evenings. So even though menus have started to switch…
Summer Romance
“And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.”— F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great…
Out to Brunch // Summer Eyelet Dress
One of the things we love about the area where we live is that we are so close to some of the places we love to visit most. Baxter Village which is less than ten minutes drive from where we…
In the Garden // A Summer Look featuring the Midi Loren Tote
I’ve been dreaming about visiting the Duke Mansion for months now, and finally yesterday the day finally came. As always I’d planned out my outfit weeks in advance opting for a breathable linen dress from Spartina 449, the collaborative Jack…
Behind the Brand | Alexandra de Curtis
Having the opportunity to learn more about a female-founded brand is always the highlight of my day, but having the opportunity to chat with the founder of the brand (via Zoom) from her home in Italy was one of the…
French Girl Chic Meets the Perfect Emma
Breton stripe tops were once the official uniform of the French Navy and have continued to be one of the most beloved and iconic trends in French fashion. Having a selection of striped tops in navy/white and red/white has been…
From Brunch to Beach // Little White Dress
If you’re looking for a little white dress that will take you from brunch to the beach, this dress from Mint Julep is the dress that will take you there. While I don’t necessarily recommend wearing pearls to the beach,…
Grey & Black
I had quite different plans when I was envisioning the photoshoot for this look… most of them included views of Uptown Charlotte in the background, but the weather had different plans, so I made the building that houses one of…
