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Hendrick Mini

Apr 6, 2014 | scoop team

Hendrick Mini is one of the premier MINI dealerships in the country. Their commitment to customer service is second to none, and they offer one of the most comprehensive parts and service departments in the automotive industry.  With the largest inventory of new, used and Certified MINIs in the Carolinas, “Motoring Advisors” are ready to […]


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Swell Decor Design

Apr 6, 2014 | scoop team

Swell Decor Design  is owned by two residential design enthusiasts, Angie Persson and Merrin Lowe. Both are inspired by their clients’ passion and interest in making their homes inviting and refined. As partners of Swell Decor, they thrive off of each other’s enthusiasm and creativity. Swell Decor is a full service interior design studio offering […]


Arboretum, Ballantyne & Blakeney

Metro’s Other Woman

Feb 13, 2014 | scoop team

Metro’s Other Woman is a full service Business and Personal Assisting Firm, and they totally get how hectic life can become.  Between work and family sometimes tasks get overwhelming, and it’s hard to complete your to-do list with only so many hours in a day.  This is where Metro’s Other Woman steps in.  Whether you […]


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Mann Travels

Feb 13, 2014 | scoop team

Mann Travels has for 30 years been one of the largest privately-owned, full-service travel agency in the Carolinas. With 9 offices to serve your needs, Mann Travels can assist you in planning your dream vacations, from an Alaskan cruise to an African safari and all points and budgets in between. Mann’s travel specialists have the […]


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Lavendar Boutique in Mooresville

Nov 15, 2013 | Susu

Located in Mooresville, NC, Lavendar is a group of small town girls that LOVE fashion!! The minute you walk into their SoHo inspired store, you’ll feel like you’re on the streets of New York. With the latest designer labels from Bella Dahl, Splendid, Sanctuary, Ella Moss, Three Dots, Tart, Sam Edelman and more, you’re sure […]


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Monkee’s of Lake Norman {Davidson}

Nov 15, 2013 | Susu

Monkee’s of Lake Norman: A ladies store beyond your “girlie” imagination; known to carry the finest lines in shoes, clothing and accessories. You can be assured – if you find it at Monkee’s, it is the most “in” thing. No need to travel to New York or anywhere else to find the finest in fashion: […]


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e2 Emeril’s Eatery in Uptown

Nov 1, 2013 | scoop team

e2 emeril’s eatery   brings the taste of NOLA to the Queen City in a sleek and easy uptown location. New Orleans is famous for its food and is one of the top three food destinations in the world.   And Charlotte is one of only 4 cities outside of the Big Easy that celebrity chef Emeril […]


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Frock Shop on Central

Oct 15, 2013 | scoop team

Frock Shop is a timeless resale shop on Central in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood. This unique establishment is not located in a regular strip shopping center, but in a restored Victorian style house which was built in the 1900’s. There is certainly no better place to house such an assortment of vintage finds. Their specialty is clothing, but you […]


Myers Park, Dilworth & Southend

Blo ~ Blow Dry Bar on Selwyn

Oct 15, 2013 | scoop team

blo  is North America’s original Blow Dry Bar and we’re thrilled to have this 12 seat blow out shop right in the Colony Road Shops on Selwyn Avenue, just down from doll.{a boutique} and Woo Beauty. blo is not a full service hair salon.  Scissors are verboten at blo.  Dye, ditto.   It’s a dry bar […]


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Paper Twist on Selwyn Ave near Colony

Oct 15, 2013 | scoop team

Paper Twist  is a candy store for those that love all things paper, full of fun gifts, fine stationery, invitations, holiday cards, gift wrap and office/photo organization tools. They carry top designer lines such as William Arthur, Semikolon, Jonathan Adler, Kate Spade, Crane, Russell + Hazel, Lilly Pulitzer and Vera Wang, and keep a supply […]


Myers Park, Dilworth & Southend

Alexander Scott Interiors

Oct 9, 2013 | scoop team

Alexander Scott, “twistfully traditional” ,  strives to be the leader in the home furnishings, gifts and accessories market. Each hand selected vendor with all their own unique style and tastes, will offer an array of spectacular home products. Founded by native Charlotteans David Newcombe and Rusty Griffith, Alexander Scott is the culmination of a lifelong […]


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Cotswold Marketplace

Aug 18, 2013 | scoop team

This is an interior lovers secret – and trust us, it is on the list of many professional designers in the market. A collection of 50 or so vendors housed under one 7000 square foot roof off the corner of Randolph and Sharon Amity Roads. Primarily home decor and interiors, along with art and gifts […]


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