Color. When we think of summer, we think of warmth and vibrancy… and rich color all around us. Whether you spend your summer laying out on a towel for long hazy afternoons, busily running around town in short skirts and sexy gladiators, or attending warm-evening weddings perfectly coifed and at ease… everything is sexier with pretty […]
Memorial Day is right around the corner, so even if you are an old-fashioned girl, you know it’s time to pull out the white jeans. Better yet, get some new ones to brighten up your summer style. The stores are stocked with white e denim, and we are loving the look of skinny white […]
You know our mission at scoopcharlotte and scoopthelake.com is to give you the insider info on best options for the things we all want to know about. We are always on the lookout for sources and shops you might not know of, for the scoop on “boutique” style businesses high in quality & service, for […]
Feminine, playful, sophisticated, happy. The hot-off-the-presses collab shoe collection by London designer Sophia Webster for J Crew is online today, and if you are looking for a high end stunner to take your summer looks from everyday to smashing, these shoes are for you. Basically available only online (and in very ltd JCrew stores but […]
There are so many great “Girls Get Away Now” mini vacations to choose from. A few of our picks are easy to get to and easy to plan. You just need to decide which is right for you and your posse. Perhaps you want to shop until you drop, see Broadway shows and dine at […]
When I recently stumbled upon local designer Susan Carson and her namesake Carson & Co brand, I knew we had to share this find. Just scroll down now if you want to check my impulse before you read more 🙂 Out of a South End Charlotte studio, Susan digitally transforms beautiful botanicals and images from […]
Asheville, NC is one of those magical towns that you’ll hate to leave and, somehow, always find your way back to. With quirky shops, eclectic eateries and unique watering holes lining its charming streets, there’s always something new to see and taste. Though it’s a doable day trip, there’s at least a weekend’s worth of […]
Amid all the print mania right now, those of us who want some visual relief can get it from a different fashion trend …. that of Wearing All One Color, or monochromatic dressing. monochromatic : having or consisting of one color or hue Easy on the eyes but not as easy to pull off, wearing all […]
WHITE was a major theme on the runways for spring 2014, and it wasn’t just a crisp white blouse, white jeans before Memorial Day or a pretty plain white Tee. White everything, including shoes, bags and jewelry. Worn together and worn with every color. It’s crisp, refreshing, and classy. A little white dress […]
This spring, skinny jeans are still the go-to for denim, but we are also seeing lots of distressed denim, and flares and cropped jeans making a comeback. Cuffed jeans are popping up everywhere, and are a great way to show off a pair of booties or cute sneakers (a big trend right now). The color […]
KK BLOOM is one of the QC girls’ favorite spots to shop for prom. Even though the big night is weeks away, if you have a teenage girl, you have no doubt been strapless-dress-deep in What To Wear to Prom. Kendrick and Christianna at KKB tell us the girls have been shopping since January this […]
by Dr. Elizabeth Rostan, M.D. Charlotte Skin & Laser Headed to the slopes? Here are some essential items to pack and use on your spring break skiing vacation. Sunblock is a must, as altitude and reflection increase sun’s intensity:- Elta sun blocks contain high concentration zinc for superb sun protection. Elta Facial 30+ keeps skin […]
