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What to Wear in a Polar Vortex.

Jan 8, 2014 | Susu

First, kudos to the genius who coined this weather term.  As Stephen Colbert says, Polar Vortex sounds so terrifying AND all science-y at the same time.  To stay warm, take your cues from the slopes and get your base layers right.  Then, layer and layer with some cuteness on top, and you will be toasty […]


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Twine and Twig jewelry at doll.{a boutique}

Nov 26, 2013 | Susu

Oh yeah girls.  This is the shizzle.  (I’m sorry in advance to my 15 y-o for my groovy kind of post).  This is THE new must-have necklace in town, and it’s only carried at a few boutiques.  Two Charlotte girls just launched their line of one of a kind, hand-crafted and designed necklaces,  TWINE AND […]


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What to Wear to a Winter Wedding

Nov 17, 2013 | scoop team

Winter Weddings present a bit more fashion challenge to us than to our dates – they’re just thrilled not to be smothering in their tux or suit for once. We want to look festive, dressy, tasteful, elegant, and celebratory while at the same time dressing warmly and appropriately for the ceremony and not overshadowing the […]


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The Best New Bags for Fall.

Aug 25, 2013 | Susu

The NUMERO UNO trend in bags this fall will be easy to shop here in Charlotte, as it is a return to The Ladylike Bag. Since we in the QC, and southerners in general, never quite abandon our ladylike looks, even when we are going goth or haute hippie, you will find chic & elegant […]


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What to Wear with your White Jeans.

Jul 31, 2013 | Susu

Not bad weather around here the last few days – hopefully the predicted rainstorms blow right by before the weekend.  Perfect White Jean Weather – sunny, breezy, not so beastly hot that you can’t stand the idea of wearing anything but a loose dress. We polled the shops for a few ideas on what to […]


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What to wear for Rush.

Jul 29, 2013 | scoop team

Every girl knows the stresses and smiles that come with sorority recruitment at a southern school.  At least What To Wear shouldn’t be a worry, as our Charlotte boutiques have many perfect dresses awaiting.  Whether your daughter is heading off to college and you want to help her look her best, or you’re the freshman standing […]


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What to Wear to Summer Weddings, Cocktails, Soirees, and Showers

Jun 12, 2013 | scoop team

With the arrival of June comes many a summer soiree to celebrate the nuptials of friends or family, including a mailbox flooded full of pristine invitations waiting for you to check yes or no. With an RSVP comes the most important question in a girl’s mind, what to wear? No matter if you’re the bride, […]


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What to Wear to the Beach or Pool.

May 19, 2013 | Susu

The weathermen pinky swear that things will clear up this week and it will be hot and sunny in time for this weekend’s pool openings, swim practice and Memorial Day cookouts.  It may not look like it today, but summer is officially here next Monday. We shopped the boutiques for ideas on What To Wear […]


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What to Bring to the Beach & Pool.

May 18, 2013 | scoop team

It’s that time of year again. Pools are opening, beach trips are planned and  everyone’s more than ready to be waterside.  Of course that means sunhats, sandals, beach bags, etc are needed. Now, you don’t want just any old beach accessories. No no. You need ones that will help you look and feel fabulous.  As […]


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What to Wear to a Patio Party

May 14, 2013 | Susu

Dust off those tiki torches, umbrellas and seat cushions ladies. It’s time to head outside and party with the local flora and fauna. There’s nothing better than the first patio party of the summer, and no better excuse to buy something new & cute to wear. Since this is the year – maybe even the […]


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What to Wear to the Wells Fargo Championship

Apr 28, 2013 | scoop team

There’s a bustle of volunteers on the typically quiet Gleneagles Road this week and blimps have been circling the city, which can only mean the Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament is upon us once again. Just because Tiger Woods won’t be joining the Queen City for the championship this week doesn’t mean you don’t have […]


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What to Wear to the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase this Saturday.

Apr 21, 2013 | scoop team

As if we need another excuse to shop for fabulous frocks, the Queen’s Cup Steeplechase is coming up this weekend. Nothing says stylishly southern like a a day at the track, right? The Queen’s Cup is a chance for every Charlotte lady to express her inner southern belle, so don’t hold back on your ensemble. […]


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