If you have read my posts about Charlotte (top shopping spots and #DesignCharlotte) you know I’m in love with this city and all it has to offer. Whenever I have dinner with my girlfriends or a date night with Geoff we head to Center City because of their strong food scene. I like to eat healthy most of the time, but the dishes at some of these places are works of art and it’s a splurge I just make a…
9 Things I’m Loving Now
Here is a round-up of what I’m crushing on right now! My favorite health and style interests for early autumn along with a life-changing recent read. 1) H&M pants – I recently purchased both pairs pictured and I’m smitten. I’m loving the lean, cropped trend. Get the granny chic pair here and the black pair here. Oh and H&M’s Studio collection launched last week and I want to wear it all. 2). Molly Packs – These bags are such high…
Things You Must Do When Flying Alone With Your Child
Things you must do when flying alone with your child. My two year old son, Camden, and I are currently in Michigan visiting my mom and dad. Because we don’t have family where we live in Charlotte I’ve been flying with Camden by myself since he was five months old. He’s flown domestic and international. Some trips have been fine. Others have been anxiety-ridden…filled with screaming fits and entire bags of food dumped in the aisle. Each time we travel…
11 Incredible Pinot Noirs Under $15
So this weekend is all about down-time; heavy doses of house maintenance, Netflix, homemade dinners and hanging by the pool. No agenda but leisurely catch-up. A perfect time for a nice, light and well-priced Pinot Noir. Generally reds are too heavy for the summer heat, but Pinot Noir is a year-round, any climate wine. If I’m having it outside I’ll set the temperature on the wine refrigerator a little lower than the red setting. Too cold and you can’t get…
Your Ultimate Guide to Boutique Shopping in Charlotte
Isn’t it nice when you want to do some shopping in a new city and instead of spending days trying to find places that fit your vibe you can pull up a list curated from a trusted expert. I do! My time is important. Shopping guides are the best!! So I asked my friend Whitley Adkins Hamlin, who is one of the most in-demand wardrobe stylists and personal shoppers here in Charlotte, to help me compile a list of must-shop…
Enter Marriott’s #DesignCharlotte Contest to Win a Grand Getaway!
If you live in Charlotte or have visited then you know it is impossible not to fall in love with this city. I feel blessed to call Charlotte home for attributes like beautiful weather, friendly people, eclectic shopping, incredible food and a mix of big city and gorgeous green spaces. So I was excited to team up with Marriott to tell you about their #DesignCharlotte campaign highlighting what makes Charlotte such a captivating and fun destination. Plus you can win…
