Each year while the trends and styles may change, the needs of the Charlotte woman stay the same: stay cool and look chic. Sweltering temps and jam packed schedules become the norm and hours spent at school or work turn into hours spent by the pool trying to cool off and perfect a tan at […]
Nothing says ‘summer’ like a good s’more. For me, this nostalgic treat brings back memories of summer camp and bonfires in my parents back yard- and you truly can’t beat that. The best part about a s’more though is that you can make it just about any way you can imagine. Graham crackers, toasty marshmallows, and melty […]
Summer vacation has just started in Charlotte and after a week of sleeping in and watching all of our “you might like” options on Netflix, it’s time to start our summer staycation bucket list. Like a lot of families, each summer my daughter and I make a list of fun things to do close to […]
We’ve all been there, in the dressing room disappointed because the blouse or dress you love is completely see-through, too tight to wear, or shows your bra straps. Luckily there’s typically a solution to the problem – Spanx for smoothing and shaping under bodycon dresses, ‘sticky boobs’ for backless and strapless wear, lingerie tape to […]
Time to take off — Scoop’s summer is sizzlin’ this week… read on for fun gardening activities, block parties, live music, rainbows, fishing, frogs, trains and yes, even planes! Small Stalks Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Explore nature with songs, games, crafts, and play in Lost Hollow. Rainbows & Weather – Preschool Community Program Anne Springs […]
June may be winding down, but there’s plenty to tempt your palate before the month’s end. From long-awaited openings to cool summer specials, your EATS round-up for the rest of June: OPENINGS Sabor Latin Street Grill, Huntersville – Opening June 18 Sabor Latin Street Grill, a favorite for their authentic take on street food from […]
Mini dresses vs. maxi dresses. We’re fans of both for this and every Summer. While for Summer 2018 we are particularly partial to longer hems and maxi dresses, we have to admit that once the temps really heat up, we’re most likely to reach for the mini when out and about and trying to stay […]
Long or Short, that is the question. Pick your favorite or pick them both, cause the styles for both rompers and jumpsuits have gotten considerably more sophisticated as these pieces have gone mainstream in the past few years. There are jumpsuits that you can wear with jacket to go from office to evening in a […]
From a pup-focused runway show to wine 101, there’s plenty to fill your calendar this weekend. Our day-by-day guide of what to do this weekend in Charlotte. ALL WEEKEND JAZZ ROOM: Kenny Rampton plays Trumpet Greats June 15 – June 16 | Stage Door Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center In this edition of the Jazz […]
“And with a pen and pad I compose this rhyme To hit you and get you equipped for the summer time Summer, summer, summertime Time to sit back and unwind.” Lyrics from DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince “Summertime” There is some truth behind DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince […]
Check out what’s new around town plus some great summer sales going on that you won’t want to miss. What’s On Sale CHARLOTTE’S BEDSIDE MANOR LIPP BOUTIQUE NEIMAN MARCUS Extra 25% off Sale Items LUXE ANGEL COPLONS POOLE SHOP SLOAN AIR Summer Sale What’s New In Stores CHARLOTTES LUXE […]
Why is it that when we think of gifts to treat Moms on Mother’s Day, it’s a lovely dressed up brunch or a spa treatment, but when we plan out dad’s day, it’s all about the activities and the outdoors? BBQ and burgers. Beer. Ballgames. Or is that just us? We scoped out 12 ideas […]
