Beauty

Skincare for Men

Products and Services Tailored Specifically to Men Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Bonner Morgan Skincare is often seen as a priority for women, but it is equally important for men. Most males view regular exercise and a nutritious diet as essential for good health but often overlook the importance of healthy skin. According to Madelyn Scruggs, medical aesthetician at Plastic Surgery Group (PSG), “Men’s skin is slightly thicker and oiler than women’s, leading to unique challenges...

Food + Beverage

Food First, Family Always

The brothers behind ECCO, Tonica and Libro - John Paul and Mario Gagliano - continue and expand their mother's legacy with heart, hustle and heritage. Article by Kit Garrott | Photography by Bonner Morgan In the heart of Memphis' Evergreen Historic District, ECCO on Overton Park is more than just an Italian restaurant—it's a family legacy built on resilience, hospitality and heart. Since opening in 2014, ECCO has embodied the warmth of a home kitchen, serving handmade Italian cuisine with a...

Style + Beauty

Summer, Styled

Seasonal tips from Memphis stylist Colin Chapman for work, weekends, and nights out Article by Kit Garrott | Photography by Bonner Morgan Local stylist Colin Chapman shares effortlessly cool summer looks and styling tips—from office-ready fabrics to casual sets and cowboy flair.   Workwear The number one tip that I share with my community when it comes to workwear is to respect your job and respect your environment . For most people, workwear in the spring/summer months is similar to...

Shopping

Father's Day Outings

Dates for Dads Article by Amy Birdsong Golden A yardy for your Dad without messing up his lawn? Head downtown to Wiseacre Brewery with the family for Pizza, Hops & Pops on Father’s Day. Little Bettie Pizza + snacks and a couple of cold SkyDogs await. Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Music Festival  comes to Memphis' Radians Amphitheater June 27th. Presented by Mempho, a stellar hometown group that brings Disney-like efficiency and magic– it's a lineup you and Dad will enjoy. A homemade card...

Arts + Culture

Memphis Rap-Legend Al Kapone

Still Changing the Game Article by Jeff Hulett | Photography by Uday Sripathi Memphis-born rapper, writer and producer Al Kapone has been dropping beats and rhymes since the early 1990s. In fact, he was prolific long before his date with mainstream destiny, thanks to his song “Whoop That Trick” in Craig Brewer’s film Hustle & Flow . As a multi-platinum songwriter and president of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences Memphis Chapter, he’s busier than ever and inspiring the next...

Food + Beverage

Legacy of Flavor: Buster's Butcher Shop

Brothers bring fresh meats, good vibes and local flavor to Memphis with Buster’s Butcher shop. Article by Morgan Zanone | Photography by Uday Sripathi Lifelong Memphians, brothers Morgan and Josh Hammond grew up in a retail-oriented family. Their grandfather, Buster, landed in the liquor business through a stroke of luck. In 1954, Buster and his partner, Tom Kirk, decided to dissolve their partnership in Hamkirk’s Grocery Store on Bellevue Avenue. They set a price for the business, flipped a...

Home + Design

Refined Spaces

Mark Lavender of M. Lavender Interiors Article by Amy Birdsong Golden “A lot of designers say they treat each space as a blank canvas,” designer and architect Mark Lavender remarks, offering a gentle shake of his head. “But I disagree — no space is truly blank. There are always elements: doorways, views to other rooms, windows opening to the outside. All of these inform how we approach layout and design.”  For Mark, design is always rooted in context, noting views and natural surroundings...

Style + Beauty

Jewelry with Meaning

Nikki McVean transforms antique finds into modern heirlooms, creating one-of-a kind jewelry Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Voigt Nikki McVean is a local jewelry designer and owner of Danes Road Antiques, through which she sells her specialty pieces largely at local home shows. Her one-of-a-kind jewelry reflects a keen eye for beauty and a willingness to work hard to source her items. She specializes in creating and selling antique rings, necklaces, pins and bracelets that can...

Arts + Culture

Kong Wee Pang

From Malaysia to Memphis, she transforms public spaces, brands and everyday moments into vibrant experiences Article by Kit Garrott Kong Wee Pang is a creative force who has called Memphis home since 2001. "I'm a little bit of everything," she says with a laugh, and that's exactly what makes her work stand out. Kong Wee moved to the U.S. from Malaysia in 2001 after graduating from the Singapore Nanyang Academy of Fine Art. Since then, she's earned a degree in Fine Art and Design and an MFA...

Shopping

The Women’s Exchange of Memphis

Memphis’ marketplace for handmade goods, fine dining and iconic charm Article by Margaret Ledbetter | Photography by Uday Sripathi Celebrating Memphis craft, community and service, the Women’s Exchange of Memphis endures as a proud reminder of the power of women working together to create and serve others. On a recent Tuesday at the Women’s Exchange, tucked back on Racine Street in the heart of midtown, the sewing room was buzzing, families were gathering for lunch in the iconic Tearoom and...