For the soon-to-be bride stepping into Jean’s, I can imagine the anxiety of finding that “perfect dress” simply melting away. Have your dress in mind but no pictures – just a description? No problem. Or maybe you have a picture of certain details and want something similar – again, no problem. Or maybe you just want to see what looks best and get the honest opinions of indust … [Read more...]
843 Nails & Spa: Excellence at Your Fingertips
A business established just over a year ago in Mount Pleasant, 843 Nails & Spa, has certainly made a name for itself in the high-end nail salon business. “We are a second-to-none, upscale nail salon,” said Kathy Nguyen, owner and director of technicians. “I interact with all of our clients while maintaining quality and performance. Our manager, Pamela Prince, keeps this place … [Read more...]
Sohn & McClure Jewelers: History Never Says Goodbye
If you had the power to travel back through time, would you? Would you get to know your ancestors, watch them fall in love or experience important dates in the history of your family? The past never really says goodbye, and this concept is not new for residents who are constantly surrounded by Charleston’s historic plantations, Civil War landmarks or cobblestone streets. H … [Read more...]
Butterfly Consignment: Next-Level Fashion
Amanda Rosen, owner of Butterfly Consignment in the Belle Hall Shopping Center in Mount Pleasant, can be described as “the real deal.” Does she love fashion? The answer is a resounding yes. But that isn’t the only reason she decided to open a high-end consignment clothing store. She wanted to help women stretch their dollars, and she also liked the idea of reusing beautiful c … [Read more...]
Everybody Loves Sunglasses: Our Functional Fashion Accessory
Whether you buy ’em for a buck or for hundreds of dollars, there’s just something about sunglasses that everybody seems to love. Songs have even been written about them, from “Cheap Sunglasses” by ZZ Top to “Shades” by Dean Martin to perhaps the most famous of all, “Sunglasses at Night” by Grammy-nominated Canadian singer Corey Hart. The simplest reason for the popularity … [Read more...]
Diamonds Direct: A Cut Above the Rest
You’ve made the decision to get down on one knee and ask your love to spend a lifetime with you; that was easy! Congratulations! But now the hard part: finding the perfect ring at a price you can afford. But should it really be that hard? Walking into Diamonds Direct, you enter a classy showroom filled with glimmering jewelry of all kinds. Amid the sparkle and shine are e … [Read more...]
Start the Year Off Right: Ragamuffin Children’s Boutique, Stride Rite and Radical Rags
With summer in full swing and the countdown to the new school year on, it’s time to start thinking of back-to-school shopping for stylish clothes and the greatest trends in Charleston. For girls and boys who want to hit the ground running, Ragamuffin Children’s Boutique, Stride Rite Mount Pleasant and Radical Rags have everything you’re looking for to start the year off right … [Read more...]
A Cut Above, Diamonds Direct
Eartha Kitt was spot on when she remembered to “mention one little thing: a ring,” in her hit song, “Santa Baby.” The holidays are one of the most popular times of the year to give jewelry, and the experts at Diamonds Direct are ready to help customers find the perfect gift for that special someone this season. While the Mount Pleasant location of Diamonds Direct has been … [Read more...]
Light Up the Room: AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center
Maintaining relationships with her patients at AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center is something that Dr. Christy Cone takes seriously. As the Medical Director and physician of “Charleston's Best Medical Spa” for three years running, Dr. Cone, a South Carolina native, acknowledges how a personable approach has been instrumental in the spa's success. Pairing customer ser … [Read more...]
Head to Toe Fashion: Vivi & Kate
I ventured into local boutique Vivi & Kate to speak with owner Elizabeth Raub totally on a whim, without making an appointment. To my delight, I didn't need to call ahead – Raub was every bit as warm and welcoming as a local business owner ought to be, and by the time we parted ways, I felt we'd become friends (plus I was wearing an awesome new bracelet). Raub, a native o … [Read more...]