Home + Design

Gathering in Style

How thoughtful layering, Lowcountry inspiration, and collected pieces create rooms that invite conversation and connection Photography by Lowcountry Launch (page 1) A beautifully designed room should do more than look good, it should bring people together. Textile and wallpaper designer  Adriana Franco  shares how she transformed her Charleston parlour into a welcoming gathering space by layering custom textiles, meaningful antiques, and colors inspired by the timeless beauty of the...

Style + Beauty

Finding Good JuJu

For local tastemaker Julianne "JuJu" Taylor, style isn't about fashion, it's about finding yourself again Article by Ashley Nelson | Photography by Lowcountry Launch At first glance, JuJu Taylor seems impossible to miss. She gravitates toward vibrant colors, layers her wrists with bold stacks of jewelry, and somehow makes statement pieces feel effortlessly wearable. Her style is joyful, intentional, and unmistakably her own. But there was a time when none of that existed. Like so many women...

Home + Design

Designed For Joy

A coastal pool house built for laughter and connection Article by Ashley Nelson | Photography by Lowcountry Launch JuJu Taylor has spent the last few years relearning how to show up boldly, in her closet, her business, and her life. That same intentionality shows up in her backyard too. "Chris and I have always said that we want to be the house that our kids and their friends want to hang out in," JuJu says. With teenagers who love filling the pool with friends, she and her husband set out to...

Shopping

Shop BURU

A clothing line with a southern flare designed by Morgan Hutchinson for busy moms Article by Amy Bailey Launched in 2013 after the birth of her first child, BURU was born out of a deeply personal frustration: the lack of clothing that felt both functional and fashion-forward for women navigating the early, demanding years of motherhood. Morgan Hutchinson, drawing from her background as a stylist and lingerie designer, envisioned garments that could move seamlessly through a woman’s day—from...

Home + Design

Layered, Local, Lovely

See how the team at Andrea Dussault Design layers fabric and texture into effortless, elevated spaces Article and Photography by Great design doesn't happen by accident, it starts long before the furniture arrives, with a carefully curated mix of fabrics, textures, and materials that set the tone for an entire room. For this issue, we asked the team at Andrea Dussault Design (formerly Striped Lemon Design) to pull back the curtain and show us exactly how that process comes together. The...

Beauty

Fresh Cuts

From first haircuts to lifelong customers, Arrow Barbering Co. is building community one visit at a time. Article by Kristi Sellers | Photography by Kyle Sheets - The Grid A barbershop has long been more than a place for a trim. It's where conversations happen and community is built.  At Arrow Barbering Co., that sense of connection is just as important as the haircut itself. Founded and owned by brothers Pete and Andy Phipps, Arrow Barbering Co. was built on a shared passion for quality...

Life + Culture

A Mother-Daughter Escape to the Mountains

Perched above the clouds, this mountaintop retreat offers unforgettable views and quality time together. Article by Sarah Rose Once home to the Cherokee people and established later by Scottish settlers, Rising Fawn, Georgia is perched on a plateau overlooking Pigeon Mountain and a cavernous valley dense with forests. Crowning the rugged landscape at 2,300 square feet above sea level is Cloudland, a stunning 245-room luxury resort that opened in Feb. 2024. While many visitors are drawn to the...

Education

Seeds of Kindness

How one young girl's idea transformed hunger relief in the Lowcountry. Article by Sarah Rose At nine years old, Katie Stagliano-Rios had grown up listening to her dad remind the family every night at dinner how lucky they were to have food on the table when others weren’t as fortunate. Wanting to make a difference, Stagliano-Rios thought that donating a forty-pound cabbage she’d grown from a seedling might be helpful. Through Fields to Families, she and her mother, Stacy Stagliano, connected...

Life + Culture

The Happiest Hour

Where Sullivan’s Island mornings turn into something unforgettable Article by Ashley Nelson | Photography by Hannah Alyssa If you've ever strolled down Sullivan's Island and suddenly found yourself surrounded by a sea of wagging tails, sandy paws, and smiling faces, chances are you've stumbled upon Golden Hour. What began as a simple Saturday morning tradition between friends has quietly grown into one of Charleston's most heartwarming communities. Founder Hannah and her golden retriever...

Home + Design

Frame Your View

ResCom Designs creates custom window solutions tailored to every lifestyle and every home. Article by Kristi Sellers A home is made up of countless details, but sometimes it's the finishing touches that have the largest impact. From controlling natural light to improving energy efficiency and creating a welcoming atmosphere, window treatments can transform the way people experience their homes. At ResCom Designs, owner Kyle Huggins has spent years helping homeowners discover that the right...