“Our baby girl is a gift beyond measure, a wonder to hold and a lifetime to treasure.” Yesterday was a very special day for Baby Eleanor Barrett as she was baptized at our family church, St. Martin’s in the Fields. Surrounded by family and friends, Miss Barrett smiled throughout the service giving her biggest grin… Read More
Non(e)such: A person or thing regarded as perfect or excellence This definition fully captures the lovely Non(e)such fine gifts store in Columbia, SC, owned by the elegant mother/daughter duo, Jean Bruton and Margaret Mood, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary. To help honor this milestone, Non(e)such is hosting a special event with Herend Porcelain Manufactory… Read More
“Walk the cliff Smell the sea Share the view Forever with me” -Anonymous Earlier this month, Jody and I were in Newport, Rhode Island, and got to experience fall in New England – changing leaves, crisp weather and picturesque scenery. This was our first trip to Newport and our first trip without the children since… Read More
Trick or Treat…Ghouls just want to have fun! It’s Halloween week, and my ghouls are very excited for scary good treats, a few tricks and lots of costumes! With so many events leading up to the holiday we are having a chance to wear a number of looks. For instance, this afternoon, Eloise and I… Read More
Why should you give a hoot? I recently sat down with Laura Bocock, founder of the local, online boutique, Give a Hoot, which curates unique accessories, jewelry and clothing items and gives back part of the proceeds to support the Young Lives organization helping young women as they navigate pregnancy and motherhood. We discussed her… Read More
“Nails are the period at the end of the sentence. They complete the look.” -Prabal Gurung It’s the time of year when I steer away from my go-to pastel pink hues for a darker polish palette and explore some new mani options. Paintbase Nail Bar in Trenholm Plaza has you covered with the latest fall… Read More
“There is no city on Earth quite like Charleston…Wandering through its streets can be dreamlike and otherworldly, its alleyways and shortcuts both fragrant and mysterious, yet as haunted as time turned in on itself.” -Pat Conroy Heading home after a fun visit to the Holy City. This was the first time we’ve taken the girls… Read More
“I’ve never met a leopard print I didn’t like.” – Dianna Vreeland Dating as far back as Egyptian culture, leopard has been worn as a symbol of power. The print has taken so many directions over time – representing luxury and sophistication à la Audrey Hepburn’s mod 60’s glamour, sexiness à la Ann Bancroft’s Mrs.… Read More
cel·e·bra·tion the action of marking one’s pleasure at an important event or occasion by engaging in enjoyable, typically social, activity What celebration season are you in? Are you wedding planning for yourself or maybe helping a daughter plan her big day? Are you teaming up with girlfriends to host a bridal or baby shower? Maybe… Read More
“When witches go riding & black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, ’tis near Halloween!” – Anonymous October is creeping upon us even though the summer temperatures are still brewing in South Carolina. Halloween has always been a favorite holiday to celebrate full of magic and whimsy, and now having a four year… Read More