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What to Wear for Mother’s Day Brunch

May 6, 2017 | scoop team

Mother’s Day is the perfect brunch opportunity ~ it’s always a Sunday, the world’s official brunch day of the week; it’s often an extended family thing, and brunch offers something to please everyone (#waffles); there are bubbly and pretty drinks involved; it’s spring and you get to wear cute dressy daytime outfits; it’s for the […]


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#shelfie 101: Simple Styling Tips for Your Shelves

May 5, 2017 | scoop team

HI! I am a Charlotte-based blogger, photo stylist and interior designer. My blog, BeSoStyle, offers ideas for creating fresh interiors and simple, chic style. The name BeSoStyle is inspired by my daughters Bela and Sofi. It is about inspiring you to Be So YOU!… to create the interior and style that reflects your loves. I […]


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Here are 50 Sandals Worth Getting a Pedicure For.

May 3, 2017 | scoop team

It is time to uncover those toes and treat yourself to a relaxing pedicure, as sandals are IN at our favorite Charlotte boutiques. One of the easiest ways to add personality to your look is by pairing your outfit with a fun shoe. The same sandal can be worn with cropped jeans and a tee […]



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What’s New in the Charlotte Boutiques this Week

May 3, 2017 | scoop team

A new month means great new arrivals! Shop what’s new in the Charlotte boutiques and home & garden stores this week. See a hyperlink? Click it to shop directly on the store’s website.    KK BLOOM  TRCW  TRCW is now carrying Studio Elements jewelry. Made with beautiful quartz, beads, and glass.   COPPER PENNY  LUXE […]


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Charlotte Shopping Now. What’s Going on in the Stores This Week?

May 3, 2017 | scoop team

The first week of May is fully loaded with shopping events so open up your calendar and set the alerts ~ you aren’t going to want to miss these including sales, trunk shows, pop ups, and store events. We’ll keep you posted on new happenings each week. Here’s our round up for early May. ELIZABETH […]


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New Restaurants & Opening Soon’s plus Food News for May

May 2, 2017 | Allison

The warm weather’s here and there’s no excuse not to break out of your dining rut and discover a new favorite. Start with our round-up of places to eat on Cinco de Mayo, then start planning your culinary adventures for the rest of the month. From new openings to don’t-miss events, here’s your round-up of food […]


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Summer Music Festivals and How to Dress if You’re Going

May 2, 2017 | scoop team

The weather is warm, summer is approaching and festival season has begun. While most of the best fests require significant travel, there are a few stellar events that are road-trip reachable. Although the ride may take you as long as the actual festival, that’s half the fun, right? Here are just a few of our […]


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Secret Gardens of Fourth Ward Garden Tour is This May

May 1, 2017 | scoop team

The Friends of Fourth Ward will host their Secret Gardens of Fourth Ward tour on Saturday, 5/20 and Sunday, 5/21. The Secret Gardens Tour is an urban garden and lifestyle tour in the heart of Charlotte, and it showcases a mix of private gardens, courtyards, rooftop terraces and outdoor living spaces. Most of these are […]


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Don’t Miss This Party At the Duke Mansion: The Charlotte Lung Force Turquoise Tasting

May 1, 2017 | scoop team

One of our favorite spring garden parties in Charlotte is the Turquoise Tasting, a cocktail party in the garden at The Duke Mansion benefiting American Lung Association’s lung cancer initiative. This year, the Turquoise Tasting will be Thursday, May 18 from 7-10 pm. The evening includes an assortment of seasonal tastings paired with wine or beer, music, raffle baskets […]


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Flywheel Charlotte News for May and Moms. NOTE: Free Class Inside.

May 1, 2017 | scoop team

National Bike Month = Free Class For Scoop Readers In honor of National Bike month, Flywheel Sports in Charlotte is celebrating with a free class for all new-to-Flywheel Scoop readers. To take advantage of your free NEWBIE class, create an account at HERE, view the schedule, and email HERE to reserve the class date and time of […]


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What Are Some Safe Mosquito Treatments That Don’t Kill Bees?

Apr 30, 2017 | scoop team

The bees are in danger. They have been in danger, in fact, for a few years now. And while I hate the buzzing of a bee in my ear just as much as the next person, that’s no reason to kill the little guy. Bees are crucial pollinators in our environment, and without them, we […]


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