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Charleston’s Botanical Treasures: A primer on five long-beloved local plants that put our city on the horticultural maps

Read up on the histories and growing conditions of these beautiful botanicals
Feature, Travel
Escape to Charm: Exploring Beaufort’s Laid-Back Life

Discover recent refreshes to historic lodgings and young chefs making their mark
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The Garden Artist: Learn about legendary landscape architect Loutrel Briggs, who created the Charleston garden style

Briggs created or renovated more than 100 private gardens in the Holy City
Feature, Local Seen
Space Saver: How Matt Williams is gaining traction for the Lowcountry Land Trust

The Land Trust holds its annual spring gathering on April 18
Feature, Local Books
April Punsalan’s new book guides readers on how to forage 30 wild herbs and harness their healing properties

Feature, Arts Profile
How Kristin Alexander’s Annex Dance Company is exploring motherhood and the environment through bold movement

Feature, Biz - Sci - Tech
On the Table: Arte Italica and Crown Linen Designs’ heritage dinnerware and linens finds a perfect match in Charleston

Owner Victoria Fanning relocated the business to North Charleston in 2025
Feature, Small Business
The Tablewith app takes the hassle out of book club logistics

Learn how the app makes hosting easier
Feature, Giving Back
How Star Gospel Mission is helping people without a home build a solid foundation

Learn how the nonprofit is expanding to offer more people transitional housing
Feature, Milestone
Landmark Change

Exploring the New Deal's Historic Signing in Charleston
Feature, Scouting Report
The return of the brooch

How to incorporate one of the season’s top trends into your wardrobe
Feature, Style Q & A
Matthew McLaughlin of Well Furnished shares how he embraces bold color in his home and wardrobe

Find out his tips for makiing an outfit remarkable
Feature, Style Buzz
Retail Buzz: Beau & Ro founder Sara Rossi introduces Sister Shop next door

Plus, The Drop In finds a permanent home for its fitness studio
Feature, The Charleston Home
Cottage Keepers: How A 1940 Riverland Terrace home was saved from “quiet collapse” and reinvented for modern living

The charming 1940s cottage was a worthwile labor of love for owner and builder Tim Sites
Feature, New & Notable
New & Notable: OK Donna on Upper King offers cocktail lounge vibes and playful Italian plates with a Southern twist

Discover new interpretations of familar favorites, including the chefs' interpretation of Ikea meatballs

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On the Town: Thirst Quenchers
Water Mission brings clean water to communities around the globe—and you can help during this Saturday’s Walk for Water


On the Town: Fashion Lines
Find our what Daniel Velasco—one of Charleston Fashion Week’s 2015 Emerging Designer Competition semi-finalists—is up to these days


On the Town: Vivid Dreamer
Meet Katie Walters, the fashionista, philanthropist, and mother of five (soon to be six!) heading up a socially conscious clothing line


On the Town: Heirloom Eats
Charleston Wine + Food kicks off tonight! To celebrate, we’re sharing one of executive director Gillian Zettler’s personal favorite recipes


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Rare Creatures - Threatened and Endangered Species
Ranky Tanky - Gullah Revival
Images Of Charleston - Photo Contest
27 Lowcountry Luxuries
Secret Garden Party
Spring Fling
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Learn to Party Proper
The Deans debut a primer on etiquette and entertaining
A Little Reckless
Meet Dana Stevens, the L.A. writer and producer who set sultry new legal drama Reckless here in Charleston. 
March 2014
Think spring with these must-have items
Authenticity


The Scent of Tea Olive


The Ben Sawyer Bridge


Oyster Roasts


Sweet Tea


Magnetism


Manners


Objects of Affection


Open Landscapes


Luxe in Leather
Milly’s catwalk showed a sophisticated way to rock one of the season’s hottest textiles: in a monochromatic mingling of...
Pluff Mud


How to Wear Lug-Sole Shoes
Experts weigh in on the trend  
Natural Progress
With a new name and expanded geographic reach, East Cooper Land Trust conserves open spaces for everyone.
Knowing the Ropes
Locals practice a rare, centures-old art  
Mr. Brittlebank


Charleston Cottages
Heard the term “freedman’s cottage” used to refer to a one-room-wide, single-story home on the peninsula? Well, it’s...
Shuckin' It Up
Blind Hog Designs debuts with cool tools for “fun, food, and fellowship.” 
How To Make A Romantic Valentine’s Dinner At Home
Whether you’re looking for a more intimate setting for your special Valentine’s Day dinner or just trying to avoid the...
Playing Nicely
Cuddly kids' toys teach about giving back
Rite of Passage


Dream Job
Justina Lasley has devoted 20-plus years to helping people seek out the answers they’re sleeping through
Have A Heart
Celebrate Valentine’s by making your own version of the holiday’s signature treat...
Up From the Ashes
LaNelle and Robert Barber rebuild on Bowen’s Island  
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February 2014
Give February a fresh look with these great products
Animal Instinct
Natural-world inspiration is at the heart of all Becca Barnet’s creations—from taxidermy to site-specific installations.
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