In our Charlotte Summer in the South guide we tapped interior designer Barrie Benson for tips on the best shopping spots in Charlotte. If it’s a great deal you are after, Barrie recommends going to Hong Kong Vintage & Recycled on Central Avenue for chic accessories and breezy sundresses. To splurge on lust-worthy designer pieces such SUNO dresses, Nina Ricci skirts, and […]
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Rifle Paper Co. Debuts Cell Phone Cases
It’s official: Rifle Paper Co. is taking over all forms of communication, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. The brand that continues to produce our favorite stationery, journals, paper goods, and gifts debuted their cell phone cases for the iPhone 4 & iPhone 5 this week. The inaugural line features 10 different designs available in slim or inlay cases, making […]
Get Inspired: Cotton + Quill Textiles
It’s no secret that we love all things Southern-made, but we get especially tickled when we find out that the textiles and products we’re crushing on come from our own hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. Our latest discovery is Mary Catherine Folmar’s Cotton + Quill. A Southern belle with a penchant for travel, Mary Catherine combines her love of fine art and […]
Say Thanks the Southern Way
On Wednesday March 20, Southern Living kicks off its first ever Write a Thank-You Note Day. Here in the South we have a lot to be grateful for: delicious cuisine, sandy beaches, polite manners, and of course, the southern gentleman. Topping our list are the creative minds behind our favorite paper goods. Thanks to them, we now have more stylish ways to express […]










