Athleisure. The new word for a trend taking over the fashion world. You may be wondering what this word even means or you may have recently jumped on the ‘athleisure wear‘ bandwagon. Athleisure has transformed activewear from 24 hour fitness to 24 hour wear. Yoga pants, sweatshirts, open back tanks and sneakers aren’t just being worn in the […]
This weekend kicks off the month of October, which brings events supporting breast cancer awareness, pumpkin overload, and of course, all things Octoberfest. There are a variety of events going on this weekend featuring live music and delicious eats. If you are wanting to get your shop on to get ready for fall, be sure […]
Lighting is one of the most important aspects of interior design. It can change the mood of a room and even the perceived size of the room. There are a few things to think about when choosing your lighting: how much natural light there is in the room and room size, along with of course […]
Think the Holiday parties are months away so you still have plenty of time to book your event space? Think again. While we agree 100% = October is NO PLACE for Christmas and Holiday decor, this is the time to do your research and book the venue for your holiday party. In a bustling, booming […]
Your plans for a Sunday Funday have been made. Cheer on the Panthers for their 1pm game against the Atlanta Falcons, then do a quick wardrobe change and attend THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF CHARLOTTE’S Lights! Camera! Fashion! event at Belk SouthPark from 6-9pm. The 6th annual event offers an evening of food, drinks, fashion and fun […]
LBD: The Classic Modern Wardrobe Essential The Little Black Dress is an effortless style that is a must for every woman’s wardrobe. Without being too direct, ladies, an LBD is as important as the perfect bra. It should be the go-to piece in your wardrobe that you can wear for a fancy wedding or go […]
Looking for some family fun in the great outdoors this month? Take the short 30 minute drive to Anne Springs Close Greenway any weekend in October for the Fall Frolic Festival, and enjoy a pumpkin patch, corn maze, horse rides, hiking, kayaking and more, all in one spot. Kicking off this Saturday, 10/1, the 7th annual […]
Pantone, the color gurus, have released their Fall 2016 color report –> gathering intelligence from the runways, translating the direction for us, explaining the mood and meaning, and pretty much predicting what colors you’ll see around you for the next several months. According to Pantone, the Fall ’16 palette shows “a desire for tranquility, strength, and […]
For 3 days only this week, Clean Catch Fish Market has their Crab Cake Sale, with their delish 6 oz. crab cakes only $9 each. Here’s how owner Bill describes this sale: “They’ve been called “The Best Crab Cakes On Earth” and for good reason. They Are. It’s not a secret it’s wild blue crab […]
Kick-off the first official weekend of fall with HARVEST FEST 2016 at 7th Street Public Market. Celebrate the start of the new season with great food, live music and family fun! There will be bands playing all afternoon, plus the QC’s First Fashion Truck Rally and the Firefighters’ Chili Cook Off (benefitting the Burned Children’s Fund). When: October […]
No fall season is complete without pumpkin picking. Whether you like painting a face on your pumpkin(s), or spending the afternoon carving out a spooky or silly design, a pumpkin is the autumn staple of every household. Why buy one from the bin at the grocery when you can make a fun family day of […]
Last week was quite a week in Charlotte. So many hard days and so many hard issues to discuss with the kids. Hoping this week is calmer in all respects. Lots of family fun to be had if you’re ready to get out and about. Rookie Science: Melt in Your Mouth Math September 26 @ […]
