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The Louisiana Folk Art of Clementine Hunter: Legend of Natchitoches

Feb 2019

The Louisiana Folk Art of Clementine Hunter: …

Looking to add some Louisiana or bayou culture to your home no matter where you live? Well, you should definitely add the work of Clementine Hunter to your collection. This Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, LA native,…

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Nina Simone: A North Carolina Legend and Hall of Famer

Feb 2019

Nina Simone: A North Carolina Legend and Hall of Famer

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One of my favorite musical artists, is Nina Simone. This Black Southern Belle hailing from North Carolina was a true renaissance woman. A style maven, activist, mom, musician and more, Nina Simone was ahead of…

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Nina Simone: A North Carolina Legend and Hall of Famer

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Sharing the Chores: Exhibit Explores the work of Jonathan Green

Feb 2019

Sharing the Chores: Exhibit Explores the work …

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As an adamant lover Lowcountry and Gullah Art, I am beyond excited about the most recent exhibit opening at the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage. This exhibit entitled Sharing the Chores: Works on Paper by…

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How to Style Your Living Room for Mardi Gras with Chairish

Feb 2019

How to Style Your Living Room for Mardi Gras with Chairish

Home Decor & Fashion

Mardi Gras season is here and if you aren’t able to get to New Orleans, why not bring it to your home. With help from a few gorgeous pieces from Chairish we were able to…

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Foodie Travels: Black Owned Restaurants in Augusta, GA

Feb 2019

Foodie Travels: Black Owned Restaurants in Augusta, …

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Looking for a city to add to your foodie bucket list? Augusta, GA is one of them. This city is rich in African-American history and has just as much food history. With a thriving African…

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Foodie Travels: Black Owned Restaurants in Augusta, …

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Looking for a city to add to your foodie bucket list? Augusta, GA is one of them. This city is rich in African-American history and has just as much food history. With a thriving African…

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8 Southern Chefs and Culinarians Sustaining the Legacy of Edna Lewis

Feb 2019

8 Southern Chefs and Culinarians Sustaining the Legacy of Edna Lewis

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Virginia food scholar, interpreter and chef Leni Sorensen reminisces about the time she met ‘the grand dame of Southern cooking’ Edna Lewis. “I was a guest at a dinner hosted by Nikki Giovanni at Virginia…

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8 Southern Chefs and Culinarians Sustaining the Legacy of Edna Lewis

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Front Porch Swing Party with The Home Depot

Feb 2019

Front Porch Swing Party with The Home Depot

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TWinter is here and it is time to get your porch ready for Spring entertaining season. I have partnered with The Home Depot to a create an antique-inspired front porch swing party lounge that I…

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Front Porch Swing Party with The Home Depot

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TWinter is here and it is time to get your porch ready for Spring entertaining season. I have partnered with The Home Depot to a create an antique-inspired front porch swing party lounge that I…

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Gullah Celebration: Exhibit of The Great Migration

Feb 2019

Gullah Celebration: Exhibit of The Great Migration

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If you are looking for a reason to head to Hilton Head Island, you should definitely make the Annual Gullah Celebration that reason. This annual festival held all month long during the month of February…

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Gullah Celebration: Exhibit of The Great Migration

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Valentine’s Day Party: Celebrating My Anniversary with Spring Party Inspiration

Feb 2019

Valentine’s Day Party: Celebrating My Anniversary with Spring Party Inspiration

Love & Dating

aValentine’s Day is also my wedding anniversary and what better way to celebrate than with a throwback to one of the first Black Southern Belle photoshoots. This shoot is one of my favorites and a…

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Valentine’s Day Party: Celebrating My Anniversary with Spring Party Inspiration

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Feb 2019

Southern Inspiration: Images of Eartha Kitt We Adore

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Today we are featuring a true Black Southern Belle native and South Carolina native, Earth Kitt. This style maven and award-winning actress is the quintessential Black Southern Belle. In honor of this leading lady, we…

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Feb 2019

Southern Family Travels: Oxford, Mississippi – Food, Football and Fun

Feb 2019

Southern Family Travels: Oxford, Mississippi – Food, Football and Fun

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Looking for a family friendly yet stylish southern city to explore? Oxford, Mississippi should definitely be on your list. Full of great food, great shopping, and scenic neighborhoods. This college town is a great place…

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Southern Family Travels: Oxford, Mississippi – Food, Football and Fun

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Drink Inspiration: Valentine’s Day Drink Tray Decor

Feb 2019

Drink Inspiration: Valentine’s Day Drink Tray …

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Love decor and Valentine’s Day? We do too and whether you are celebrating Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day, we are all about making any excuse for a cocktail or mocktail with a beautiful drink dray.…

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Celebration of Love: Valentine’s Day Party Ideas

Feb 2019

Celebration of Love: Valentine’s Day Party Ideas

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Do you still need inspiration for your Valentine’s Day Party? We are here to help. Today we have Valentine’s Day Party Ideas that are easy to replicate and fun to enjoy even beyond February 14th.…

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Celebration of Love: Valentine’s Day Party Ideas

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Valentine’s Day Inspiration from Carla Eustache, Charlotte, NC Tastemaker

Feb 2019

Valentine’s Day Inspiration from Carla Eustache, Charlotte, NC Tastemaker

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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you still have some time to get your plans together. No need to leave your home to have a great time, with your significant other, family or even…

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Southern Entertaining: Tips for Hosting Valentine’s Day at Home from the Experts

Feb 2019

Southern Entertaining: Tips for Hosting Valentine’s Day at Home from the Experts

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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it is time to start finalizing those celebration plans. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time for Southern Entertaining and we are here to help you with it. Today…

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Southern Entertaining: Tips for Hosting Valentine’s Day at Home from the Experts

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Black Owned Galentine’s Day Fun from Lifestyle Experts

Feb 2019

Black Owned Galentine’s Day Fun from Lifestyle Experts

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and no matter if you are single or happily in love, we should always take some time to appreciate the love of our friends. With help of some true…

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Black Owned Galentine’s Day Fun from Lifestyle Experts

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and no matter if you are single or happily in love, we should always take some time to appreciate the love of our friends. With help of some true…

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Design Tour: Hotel Bennett Debuts in Charleston, SC

Feb 2019

Design Tour: Hotel Bennett Debuts in Charleston, …

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Looking for a girlfriend getaway or a romantic honeymoon escape with all the luxury of a grand Southern Hotel and charm of the South Carolina low country? The Hotel Bennett should definitely be added to…

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Design Tour: Hotel Bennett Debuts in Charleston, …

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Feb 2019

Southern Travels: Black Owned Art Galleries in the Lowcountry

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Love art and looking for a reason to travel? Why not try a tour of art in the Lowcountry. Today we are featuring Black Owned Art Galleries in the Lowcountry, a perfect trip to add…

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Southern Travels: Black Owned Art Galleries in the Lowcountry

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Love art and looking for a reason to travel? Why not try a tour of art in the Lowcountry. Today we are featuring Black Owned Art Galleries in the Lowcountry, a perfect trip to add…

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Feb 2019

Lowcountry Festivals to Attend: Gullah Festival, Family Fun and More!

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Looking to make some travel plans this year and want to explore the South? You should definitely add the South Carolina Lowcountry to your list. To get you started, we have curated a few of…

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Feb 2019

Romantic Southern Escapes: Valentine’s Day Getaways in the South

Jan 2019

Romantic Southern Escapes: Valentine’s Day Getaways in the South

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or some fun for a Galentine’s date night, we have curated a list of romantic southern escapes to do just…

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Romantic Southern Escapes: Valentine’s Day Getaways in the South

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Jan 2019

Black Victorian Images: African American Daguerreotypes

Home Decor & Fashion

I love history and photography so I have found a way to merge these two favorite things. Today we are showcasing Black Victorian Images of African American Daguerreotypes. These original photos and works of art…

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Jan 2019

Pineapple Decor: Tips for Decorating Your Home with Southern Hospitality

Jan 2019

Pineapple Decor: Tips for Decorating Your Home …

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Throughout the South, the pineapple is the symbol of southern hospitality. You will see if in fashion, homes and even in cakes. Today we are showcasing some pineapple decor and giving you Tips for Decorating…

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Pineapple Decor: Tips for Decorating Your Home …

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Jan 2019

Countryside, Maternity Session in Lakepark, GA

Love & Dating

Today we are featuring a beautiful, Lakepark GA, maternity session. Jamere and Charles are so in love, it makes sense that they were high school sweethearts! They are expecting a beautiful baby girl and their…

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Jan 2019

Paint Inspiration: 20 Colorful Rooms We Love

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Looking to add color to your home and need some paint inspiration? We have exactly what you need to get started. We have curated 20 Colorful Rooms We Love and these spaces are packed full…

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Jan 2019