Have you been strawberry picking yet? If not, you need to go ASAP. I took my kids to Hall Family Farm on Thursday and it was phenomenal. The berries were gorgeous, the hayride was fun as always, and the strawberry slushies…delish. Get there this week. [check out our post on area farm options at the […]
Queen’s Cup is this Saturday, so what are you going to wear? Rain or Shine, or maybe a bit of both, there are no limits on what style you can sport for this event. The options are endless at our Charlotte boutiques with mini dresses, maxi dresses, rompers, and two pieces. Stick to light and […]
Art & Soul of South End, the celebration of art, culture and all things South End, takes over Camden Road from West Boulevard to Park Avenue on Saturday, April 29 from 12-9 p.m. Art & Soul is your chance to spend a day exploring all that South End has to offer, including 24 breweries, bottle shops […]
Take a peak at what’s new at Lavendar Boutique in Mooresville and you’ll be headed straight to the store (or online) to check out everything in stock now. We’re loving the flowy dresses, casual sneakers and must-have accessories like chokers, fedoras and long statement necklaces. Find Lavendar on Facebook and Instagram for outfit inspiration and a first hand […]
Graduation Etiquette If you have a high school or college graduate, or if you’ve been invited to a graduation ceremony or party, you may have some questions about the etiquette of graduations. Below are some common questions, and my (hopefully) straight forward answers on graduation etiquette. Congratulations and enjoy the party! FOR FAMILIES OF […]
ABODE is one of those stores where you go in looking for one thing and end up coming out with five items you didn’t know you needed. Interior Designer Mary Miller has curated a fun, eclectic shop that not only has some of the best furniture but also some of the best gifts & jewelry […]
You’ve spring cleaned your house and your closet (or not) and all of that hard work calls for some retail therapy. This month is packed with major sales and fun shopping events to attend with the girls. Don’t forget to check out what’s new in the boutiques and home stores in Charlotte now. Sales & […]
Whether you’re dressing to the nines for the Bechtler’s “Taboo” gala, getting outside for three days of music and activities at Tuckfest or indulging your sweet tooth at Sweet Escapes, we’ve got your guide of where to go and what to do this weekend in Charlotte: Thursday, April 20 4th Annual Pink to Drink Olde Mecklenburg […]
If the reality of swimsuit season has yet to hit you and your mirror, the countdown is on. The official start of summer is right around the corner, and it’s time for beast mode if you want to knock that winter flab off. We reached out to our fitness studio clients to see what they […]
Walking through the blooms donning your favorite warm-weather frock, or even getting your own hands dirty putting new skills to the test. Is there anything that could feel more like Spring? We’ve got the round-up of don’t miss Spring garden tours and events to fill your calendar this season. Our top five picks: Art in the […]
The cold weather has finally left us, but our love for denim is not going anywhere. Thanks to our Charlotte boutiques, we know exactly where to get the latest trends for the season. Distressed, raw hem, cropped and cut-offs are all the rage and can go from day to night with the perfect top and […]
Hillary Cooper is the director of advancement and communications at the Mint Museum. Cooper’s responsibilities include brand development, marketing, strategic communications and community relations for the entire Mint Museums organization, which includes the Mint Museum Uptown and the Mint Museum Randolph. In addition to her career, she is also a wife and mother always on […]
