For nearly two decades, Atlantic Bedding & Furniture has been a trusted name in the Charleston community, bringing style, comfort and convenience to homes across the Lowcountry. Family-owned, the store has built its reputation on being fair, approachable and exceedingly fast in an industry often marked by long wait times. Unlike many furniture showrooms that […]
Charleston Women at Home
Island Candles: Where Creativity Meets Community
If your creative side is seeking a soothing evening filled with reggae music and coastal vibes, Island Candles invites you to an unforgettable, hands-on experience unlike anything else in the Lowcountry. Their candle-making parties aren’t your typical workshop—they’re a true escape where you slip away from the world and emerge with a creation to call […]
Holiday Tablescapes: Expert Tips for Memorable Entertaining
Create a stylish tablescape that sets the stage for making fond memories this holiday season and beyond with these expert tips from Charleston’s entertaining professionals. Plan Ahead for Success Victoria Fanning, owner of Arte Italica and Crown Linen Designs, avoids last-minute stress by laying out the table a day or two before entertaining. She begins […]
Healthy Home, Healthy Family: Advice from a “Crunchy Mom’
Welcome to the world of “crunchy moms,” where cleaner living meets heartfelt intentions for a healthier family. From natural products to mindful nutrition, the “crunchy” lifestyle has gained momentum among women seeking to create toxin-free homes. To better understand this growing trend, we sat down with local mom Chelsea Matthews who shared her journey toward […]
Springfield Plantation: As Sweet as Honey
Any wedding planner will agree that the first step in preparing for the big day is deciding on the venue. The backdrop is of utmost importance because it inspires styles, color schemes and themes for flowers, decor and wardrobe. It can also influence the genre of music, ideas for a signature cocktail, the menu layout, […]
Kiawah River Lands Idea House: Behind the scenes with Southern Living
In March of 2023, Kirsten Schoettelkotte, architect and chair of Kiawah River’s architectural review board, showed a unique corner lot overlooking water and shaded by historical oaks to Southern Living magazine as a potential location for the 2024 idea house. Surrounded by wildlife and waterfowl, along with a gentle breeze swaying the tall marsh grasses […]
Find Your Niche: Grammy’s Attic
Passion is often a key motivator for entrepreneurs like René Clark, owner of Grammy’s Attic. She’s a business owner who has been doing what she adores for over ten years now, sharing, “At my age, I can honestly say, I am doing the thing I love most.” The thing she’s referring to is her antique, […]
Lowcountry Tour of Homes
The Stanley Home: The Ambience of Awendaw How did you put your own personal spin on the home? We have a huge family with 20 grandchildren, so we built around the idea of having everyone over on weekends and holidays. Why did you choose the location? We chose this secluded, peaceful location so the children […]
Hollifield Financial Group: Wealth-building for Women in 2024
With over 11 years of experience in the financial industry, owner of Hollifield Financial Group Kimsey Hollifield is passionate about uplifting and educating women on structuring their financial houses. A passion rooted in being born to a single mother, being raised with a sister and now having a daughter of his own, Hollifield aims empower […]
Keller Williams CHS’ Christina Greene: Making Homeowning Dreams Reality for All
There is something to be said for having experience on your side when dealing with real estate. Christina Greene with Keller Williams has experience with moving, buying and selling at all points of her life. Born in Germany, Greene moved to the U.S. with her military family when she was a child. She has lived […]