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Looking ahead to the weekend from your desk? Don’t worry, us too. Let’s start planning together with our picks for what to do this weekend in Charlotte: FRIDAY Diamonds Direct Engagement Party with Tacori Diamonds Direct | 5 p.m. Whether you’re scoping out the right ring, looking for bands or shopping for your bridal jewelry, […]

We know weekends are always way too short. That’s why we round up the best of the Lake’s events so you don’t miss a thing. Start planning with our guide of what to do this weekend in Lake Norman. THURSDAY Sip and Paint Fox & The Hound Huntersville | 6:30 p.m. Grab a date or […]

Please consider this article a work in progress. Since I am new to Empty Nesting, I have not had time to get all my “experiences” lined up and experienced. (Basically I’ve spent the first month of Empty Nesting trying to find a happy middle ground between My Peace Of Mind and Mind My Own Business). I’ll […]

What’s new and going on in the Charlotte shops this week? Here’s your one stop shop for everything you need to know from events to new clothing and accessories in stores.  FIRST & HALF POP UP    Matouk Trunk Show at Bedside Manor starts Friday Don’t Forget the Diamonds Direct Party This Friday Evening   […]

Hooray for autumn and autumn wedding season. Figuring out what to wear to a wedding can be tough, but the Charlotte boutiques are here to take away the stress. While many of summer’s bright colors could work as you transition, fall wedding guest attire gives way to longer sleeves and to the darker colors that […]

Are you in the midst of doing a fall refresh on your home furnishings and decor in anticipation of holiday parties and guests? Once you have finally made a decision on throw pillows, fabrics and rugs, don’t ban your family from the “family” room due to your overwhelming fear of spillage. Watch this video and […]

It’s no secret that Charlotte is making a name for herself as a culinary destination. With all that’s popping up on the foodie front, it can be hard to keep up. Luckily for you, we’ve done the research (and the tasting!) tough job : ) for you and rounded up the Charlotte Restaurant Openings, food news […]

EDITOR’S NOTE: This post was updated in March 2019 with new wine deals and restaurants open to enjoy a glass or bottle at half price. We’ve done our best to scope out the correct info from the area’s various bars & restaurants, but plans change over time.  If you are a scoop reader OR a […]

This weekend, turn your to-do’s into want-to’s with this jam-packed itinerary of events. Your guide of what to do this weekend in Charlotte: THURSDAY Art in Mind Mint Museum Randolph | 6 p.m. The Inaugural Art in Mind event will feature an art exhibition and sale, music, appetizers and a cash bar. Proceed benefit Mental […]

We can guarantee you won’t be bored this month if you’re hanging around town. There are tons of events going on (check out our EVENTS page at the link) whether you’re interested in shopping, exercise or just having a good time with friends. We’ve also shopped for what’s new in the Charlotte stores, and can say, without […]

Nothing makes a girl feel like she can take on the world quite like her favorite Little Black Dress. Dress it up for a night on the town or dress it down for a lunch date with your bestie. Pair it with a gorgeous red lip, and you’ll never feel more glamorous. The LBD is […]

With the exception of NEW WAVE PEARLS, most of the trends for fall jewelry are more of what we’ve been seeing which is great, ’cause we’ve been enjoying them: Large Hoops Ear Cuffs Crystal Chandeliers BIG necklaces Key, Lock & Initial Pendants New Wave Pearls Mismatched Earrings Hand Bracelets (ring(s) + bracelet(s) Layering and stacking […]