
Chair Caning is a Dying Art Form Alive in Black History
Throughout the American South and in the Northeast, chair caning was both a practical craft and art form that can be traced to ancient Africa and Egypt though found in other global antiquities. People who

Southern Summer Drink Recipes with the Cocktail Bandits
Today we are featuring a guest post from Cocktail Bandits, a Charleston Based duo, who are food and beverage tastemakers. If you are hosting a party or planning summer event, cocktails are a must and

Elevating the Vignette: Dressing Rooms Interiors Studio Debuts New Patterned Lampshades
In the world of interior design, it is often the smallest details that bridge the gap between a simple room and a curated story. Ariene C. Bethea, the Creative Director and Founder of Dressing Rooms

A New Chapter: Bee Blunt Store Opens on Juneteenth in Martha’s Vineyard
The vibrant spirit of Martha’s Vineyard, particularly the historic charm of Oak Bluffs, was elevated this Juneteenth as the community celebrated the grand opening of the Bee Blunt Store. For a brand deeply rooted in

Black Women Florists and Floriculture Entrepreneurs from the Past & Nine Who are the Future
In 1915, Kansas City (Missouri) floral shop owner and floral designer Bessie M. Weaver addressed Booker T. Washington and the national convention of the National Negro Business League. She began her speech “I want briefly

5 Tips on Using a Photographer for an Intimate Wedding
The special charm of an intimate wedding can’t be duplicated.Below southern belle and wedding photographer Latoya Dixon gives tips on using a photographer for smaller weddings. Her featured photography shows a beautiful southern couple and

5 Main Beach Getaways in Texas
Are you a Black Southern Belle looking for a beautiful beach getaway? Add Texas to that list of beach getaways and be pleasantly surprised this summer. Find tons of new scenery on the coast of

Black Heritage Travel: Historically Black Lakefronts
Lakes are much different from beaches. Lakes provide a different kind of family time. Lakefronts are more personable and less crowded for Black Southern Belles and their families. These locations are ideal for relaxing travel

Chair Caning is a Dying Art Form Alive in Black History
Throughout the American South and in the Northeast, chair caning was both a practical craft and art form that can be traced to ancient Africa and Egypt though found in other global antiquities. People who

Southern Summer Drink Recipes with the Cocktail Bandits
Today we are featuring a guest post from Cocktail Bandits, a Charleston Based duo, who are food and beverage tastemakers. If you are hosting a party or planning summer event, cocktails are a must and

Elevating the Vignette: Dressing Rooms Interiors Studio Debuts New Patterned Lampshades
In the world of interior design, it is often the smallest details that bridge the gap between a simple room and a curated story. Ariene C. Bethea, the Creative Director and Founder of Dressing Rooms

A New Chapter: Bee Blunt Store Opens on Juneteenth in Martha’s Vineyard
The vibrant spirit of Martha’s Vineyard, particularly the historic charm of Oak Bluffs, was elevated this Juneteenth as the community celebrated the grand opening of the Bee Blunt Store. For a brand deeply rooted in

Black Women Florists and Floriculture Entrepreneurs from the Past & Nine Who are the Future
In 1915, Kansas City (Missouri) floral shop owner and floral designer Bessie M. Weaver addressed Booker T. Washington and the national convention of the National Negro Business League. She began her speech “I want briefly

5 Tips on Using a Photographer for an Intimate Wedding
The special charm of an intimate wedding can’t be duplicated.Below southern belle and wedding photographer Latoya Dixon gives tips on using a photographer for smaller weddings. Her featured photography shows a beautiful southern couple and













