If you know what you like but can’t quite put a name to it, don’t worry. Angie Balderson, owner of Haven’s Furniture, and Vilmarie Bennett, the store’s interior decorator, can help you. In fact, their expertise in timeless décor and trending styles has helped them recently earn Mount Pleasant’s Best Interior Decorators, Best Furniture Store and Best Outdoor Furniture Store … [Read more...]

By Claire Lepson A lot of work goes into the Best Of cover shoot every year, from picking the perfect location to coordinating with all of the attendees. But one of ..the most important and impactful aspects of the shoot is the array of beautiful black-tie outfits donned by our winners. Since 2016, Mount Pleasant formalwear institution Jean’s Bridal has provided luxurious … [Read more...]

By Janet E Perrigo John Price cares deeply about his reputation and his hometown. As a lifelong resident of the greater Charleston area and a practicing attorney here since 1985, he believes a good name is his most valuable asset. He and his team at John Price Law Firm LLC are deliberate about “building and upholding that good reputation every day.” When asked about … [Read more...]

By Claire Lepson The past year has been full of uncertainty, but our readers are very certain about one thing in particular: their love for Lowcountry Plastic Surgery Center and Lowcountry Beauty and Wellness Spa. Operated by Dr. Jack and Michele Hensel, the local business duo earned awards in the categories of Best Plastic Surgeon, Best Botox Injections and Best Weight Loss … [Read more...]

By Stephen Boyer Walking into an eye exam at Waring Vision Institute is not just another mundane clinical visit — rather, it’s a visual experience. As you are greeted by fine artwork and a gallery-like atmosphere – an ode to all that eyesight has to offer a person – a sense of serenity and quality immediately become evident in this practice of George O. Waring, IV, MD, FACS, … [Read more...]

By Colin McCandless Charleston native Dr. Andrew Saffer, a podiatric physician with Carolina Foot & Ankle Specialists and Best Podiatrist winner for the third consecutive year, had yearned to open a practice ever since completing podiatric medical training in Ohio. In 2006, his dream materialized when he partnered with childhood friend Dr. Adam Brown and started the … [Read more...]

By John Torsiello Mercedes-Benz of Mount Pleasant, owned by Baker Motor Company, has worked diligently since it opened to create a culture that fosters unity, personal growth and a service-oriented mentality. This philosophy of doing business has elevated the customer experience and differentiated the dealership from the competition. In fact, Baker Motor Company won Best … [Read more...]

By Theresa Stratford “I have waited all my life for this moment.” That’s a phrase heard often at Mercedes-Benz of Mount Pleasant, owned by Baker Motor Company. “Fulfilling a life-long dream of owning a Mercedes-Benz is something the staff here gets to experience every day,” said AJ Geffert, Dealer Group general manager. “As one of the world’s most recognizable brands, … [Read more...]

Michael’s Barkery Pet Spa & Boutique, winner of Best Pet-friendly Business, may have just turned one last November, but that’s still a wealth of experience in dog years, and they are already accumulating Best Of accolades like seasoned professionals. Their staff member Courtney Larrier also won one of the best in the Best Dog Trainer category. They were named one of the … [Read more...]

More than ever, it’s important to support small businesses within our community. “Local businesses have to work so hard to compete with big-box stores like Amazon and other online businesses,” Southern Belles owner Susie Molony said. It’s been hard for Molony to see shops around her shutter during the pandemic, but she credits her loyal customers for keeping her … [Read more...]