Dressing up for Winter Wedding is tough ~ so many dressy dresses are bare and barely there. Not only is showing so much skin frowned upon at the ceremony, it’s downright freezing getting to and from in strappy or strapless during winter. Winter Wedding style tip Numero Uno? Invest in a beautiful, wear with anything, […]
Last year’s Greenery is now eclipsed by this blue-based purple – Ultra Violet; it’s both provocative and contemplative, pleasing the palette, invoking the mysteries of the muses of the future. Pantone Color Institute announced the 2018 color of the year as Ultra Violet because it connotes “originality, ingenuity and visionary thinking of what’s to come”. Pantone’s color […]
Busy lives, kids, grandchildren, work and other commitments often means we put ourselves last. Life’s chaos means that sometimes on our list of priorities, exercise is not top of mind, if it’s even there at all. But as we age, there are more reasons than ever to work out, and our lives can literally depend […]
January and the start of the new year is the perfect time to explore new workouts. New year, new you, right? Luckily, the Charlotte fitness community knows that many of us jump back into our fitness routines this month and want to try something new, so they are offering some major deals and free classes […]
Dry, itchy skin? Cracked and chapped lips? Static “shocks” everywhere? Winter’s dry conditions bring on more than just a chill in the air. When the weather outside is frightful, inside is not always so delightful. As winter’s dry air enters the home, it lowers the indoor humidity level. Which actually makes your home feel colder, […]
There is an amazing new company right in our backyard that I am so excited to tell you about. I feel like we can all agree that adulting is hard and spending a pretty penny on grown up things (a washer/dryer costs WHAT?) kinda sucks. {Sidenote : Am I the only one out there who […]
Recovered from your snow day? No need to stay bundled up indoors this weekend. Get out and enjoy what’s looking to be a mid-winter respite from chilly temperatures with our day-by-day guide to what to do this weekend in Charlotte: ALL WEEKEND RoCo Plaza Midwood: Official Grand Opening Weekend January 18 – 21 […]
Scoop is your weekly go-to spot for everything boutique shopping. Each week we feature the hottest new items in the Charlotte stores so you can browse online before hopping around from shop to shop if you’re running low on time and in dire need of a new outfit. You can shop some items directly from […]
The Fall and Winter sales continue, but with discounts this good we’re sure inventory won’t last long. Check out what each boutique is offering plus some specific items on sale now. PS – DSW at Morrocroft Village is closing on January 20th. There will be big discounts these final days. DSW at Morrocroft Village is […]
You can be a foodie and still eat gluten-free in Charlotte. Discover the best places with charlotteglutenfree.com and on Instagram @cltglutenfree. There are few things as sacred as pizza, and when you’re gluten-free, the struggle is real. Thankfully, many Charlotte restaurants are accommodating gluten allergies to help gluten-free folks enjoy food again. Whether you prefer […]
This adorable and updated Myers Park cottage on one of the neighborhood’s nicest streets exudes character. Tall ceilings, large light filled rooms, hardwood floors, beautiful moldings, and arched entryways showcase all the charm and quality of a 1926 built home with a wonderful modern floorplan. The open Kitchen has granite countertops, Bosch double ovens and […]
Winter Charlotte Restaurant Week – aka Queens Feast – starts this Friday, January 19, and runs for 10 days through Sunday, January 28, 2018. This year’s Queens Feast is bigger than ever, spanning 9 counties and adding 12 new restaurants to their mix. There are several ways to approach this fab semi-annual dining event, where over […]
