“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas; Everywhere you go. Take a look in the five and ten glistening once again With candy canes and silver lanes aglow” -Meredith Wilson Well, it’s almost beginning to… Read More
Youth! youth! how buoyant are thy hopes! they turn, like marigolds, toward the sunny side. – Jean Ingelow Have you popped into Marigold Modern Kids on Devine Street? If not, you are in for a treat. Owner Louisa Vann opened the shop in 2018 after becoming a mother to her daughter, Winslow, and discovering new… 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
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
“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
“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
“Fashion has two purposes, comfort and love” -Coco Chanel Not long enough for a maxi, not short enough for a mini, the comfortable and flattering midi has become the length du jour this year. As a busy mom on the go, I’m here for it. Pair with flat sandals or sneakers to take on a… Read More
“When I wake up in the morning And the ‘larm gives out a warning I don’t think I’ll ever make it on time By the time I grab my books And I give myself a look I’m at the corner just in time to see the bus fly by It’s alright ’cause I’m saved by… Read More
“Fall is here, hear the yell Back to school, ring the bell Brand new shoes, walking blues, Climb the fence, books and pens, I can tell that we are gonna be friends” -Jack White We are in the two week countdown until pre-kindergarten begins, and while I’m a little in disbelief that my baby will… Read More