Recap: Charleston Fashion Week’s Emerging Designers

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“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great,” Emerging Designer Kendra Duplantier quotes in her opening video presentation at the 2013 Charleston Fashion Week. The crowd erupts with cheers and applause. This is the kind of energy that was ever present throughout the 5 days of [...]

Recap: Baker Motor Company Charleston Fashion Week 2013

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Another successful Charleston Fashion Week has come to an end. As always, Charlestonians turned out.

Emerging Designer: East and People’s Choice winner Afriyie Poku backstage with his lineup of well-dressed gents ( Photo Credit: CFW)

The handsome attendees were decked out in perfectly styled fashions – which made it easy to see why [...]

Recap: Lilly Pulitzer’s 10th Anniversary Party In Charleston

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Despite a rainy Saturday, the Lilly Pulitzer 10th Anniversary party still managed to bring brightness and color to the day. The party began with an early opening for valued customers; they were invited an hour early for mimosas and muffins while they enjoyed an exclusive hour of shopping at Palm Avenue.

The 10% sale [...]

Lilly Pulitzer’s 10th Anniversary Party In Charleston, SC

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It is time to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Juice Stand! We all know the famous style, or have at least seen the beachy, colorful blends of Lilly Pulitzer that grace Charleston and the world day after day, but do we know the romantic and fun filled history behind the brand? [...]

Interview With Entrepreneur Heather Koonse Of Charleston Garment Manufactory

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Once upon a time, there was a very talented seamstress who opened an alterations shop on King Street called The Rose Knot. One day, she decided to grow her business from simple alterations of hems, zippers and buttons into a manufacturing company that offers custom design and production for individuals and designers alike. And [...]

Swagger: A Fashion Show And Fundraiser In Downtown Charleston

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Get ready Charleston as on Thursday, September 20 at 7 p.m. comes Swagger: A Fashion Show & Fundraiser, a night of local fashion, dance performances and music. There will be runway fashion shows by Mary Mojo Boutique, Paisley of Daniel Island and Bashful Boutique with models from Tout Model and Talent Agency. Get ready [...]

Charleston’s Ayoka Lucas Makes A Bold Fashion Statement

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Independence is the new black. Especially for former Creative Director of Charleston Magazine and “fairy godmother” of Charleston Fashion Week, Ayoka Lucas. After 10 years of working with Charleston’s biggest magazine, Ayoka has launched a business of her own that includes fashion styling, consulting, trend tracking and emcee-ing. With Charleston Magazine being her leading [...]

Grand Opening Of SpaceCraft Studios with Crafting Classes And Handmade Gifts

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SpaceCraft Studios is a brand new and unique craft boutique in the Avondale area of West Ashley offering DIY crafting kits, local, handmade gifts and classes in creative handmade goods, a daily open workspace for local crafters and even a button press! After a soft opening through the summer, SpaceCraft will hold its grand [...]

Recap: Salty Girls And II Brunettes Host Shopping Benefit For My Sister’s House of Charleston

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Women, wine, shopping and a great cause proved to be a successful combination as II Brunettes and Salty Girls each hosted an evening benefiting My Sister’s House.

My Sister’s House Inc. is an a nonprofit organization that provides free and confidential services, [...]

Calypso St. Barth Set To Open At The Shops At Charleston Place

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Calyspo St. Barth is coming to Charleston just in time for spring parties and summer soirees.

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Elegant, yet comfortable, women’s resort-wear brand Calypso St. Barth is opening a new store in Charleston on April 13th! The new store, in the Shops at Charleston Place, will be Calypso’s 33rd location [...]

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