Style icon and designer Coco Chanel once said, “Every day is a fashion show and the world is your runway.” Amanda Rosen, the owner of Butterfly Women’s Consignment Boutique, cherishes this sentiment. Since opening her boutique in 2008, she has helped hundreds of women transform into the trendsetters they were born to be. With high-end labels such as Louis Vuitton, Versace, … [Read more...]
Bits of Lace: It’s NOT One Size Fits All
For most women, a well-fitted bra is an absolute necessity. It’s one of the few things you wear often and close to your body, therefore it needs to feel natural throughout the entire day. A poorly fitted or uncomfortable bra can ruin your day, yet, surprisingly, 85 percent of women wear an incorrect bra size. Bits of Lace Fine Lingerie, first established in downtown … [Read more...]
His and Hers: Henry & Eva
Jeff and Wesley Kennedy opened their boutique in Mount Pleasant in early December 2014, bringing a breath of fresh air to Coleman Boulevard and sparking interest for both male and female patrons. The items offered at Henry & Eva include an array of men’s accessories, women’s jewelry, soaps, skin-care items and home décor. But that’s only the … [Read more...]
Rare Gems: A Diamond in Time
It takes most men what seems like a lifetime to find someone they want to say “I do” to, so when the moment comes to pop the question, shouldn’t the ring be as unique and special as she is? The owner of A Diamond In Time thinks so, and he has built his jewelry business around that theory. “We don’t do business like other jewelry stores,” said Allen Mozingo. Unlike others in … [Read more...]
The Dress: Jean’s Bridal
Some little girls dream of being a bride from their earliest childhood. They know what kind of dress they want. They know exactly where to go for everything bridal in Mount Pleasant. Jean’s Bridal has been taking care of brides since 1974, offering a full selection of bridal gowns in every style you can imagine. And although your mom may have purchased her gown there, Jean’s … [Read more...]
Say “I Do” in Style: New Ideas for Your Special Day
Local couples have always known that East Cooper is perfect for weddings, but it took Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively to really put Mount Pleasant on the marital map. And no wonder – Mount Pleasant offers perfect venues and professional services. Boone Hall, of course, comes to mind first – and not just because of the recent celebrity ceremony. With a stunning avenue of oaks, a … [Read more...]
Don’t Wait! Get Back Into Shape
The holidays are a time for indulgence, and rightly so; after all, we’ve survived another year. But once the last peppermint martini has been swilled and the last bite of cake has been munched, it’s time to think about getting back into shape. I recently caught up with Dr. Jack Hensel, of Lowcountry Plastic Surgery Center, and found out some interesting tidbits about … [Read more...]
Food & Fashion 2012
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, the late Andy Williams used to sing, and every year I find myself agreeing with his assessment of the holiday season, when people of all faiths and backgrounds make time for friends, family and fun. Over the course of several weeks, Mount Pleasant Magazine and several residents, business owners and students took the time to share … [Read more...]
Jennie Moore Elementary, Mount Pleasant, SC: Fall 2012 Fashions
Back-to-school fashion can produce a mixed bag of excitement and angst. While a few public and private schools ease the pain by requiring students to wear uniforms or specific colors, most have vague guidelines that allow students to create their own fashion statements or fashion faux pas. Karen Felder, principal at Jennie Moore Elementary in Mount Pleasant for the past nine … [Read more...]
Coastal Body – Mount Pleasant, SC – Pilates
The heat is on in the lowcountry, and that means bathing suits, shorts and more revealing clothing. Unfortunately for some of us, new bulges and slack muscles may be evidence of questionable nutrition and sporadic exercise over the winter. Solve your body issues at Coastal Body, where the owner and instructor, Lauren Dauscher, practices what she teaches. An enthusiastic … [Read more...]