Give a woman the right outfit, and she can conquer the world. That belief is the business philosophy of April Bullock Burks, who says empowering women always has been important to her. As owner of Love, ivy boutique in Ocean Springs, Burks adds, she gets to live her dream daily. “I love dressing women and […]
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By Sharon Weeks and Shelby Brune Women often question which styles and trends are right for their body type. While you may have your favorite go-to pieces, here are a few tips on how to successfully navigate shifts in style — and find what suits you best. • First, contrary to the old wives’ tale, […]
As peak wedding season approaches, Stacy Pair of Heritage House Gifts in Gulfport explains how modern brides are writing their own rules when it comes to registries. Bridal registries look much different today than they did 30 or 60 years ago. The millennial bride does not want an 18-place setting of fine china, plus a […]
Not all furniture is created equal, and Rachel Powell wants customers to know what they’re buying. “You can get a piece that lasts, or you could be getting into something that will break way before [your] financing is over,” says Powell, who owns Southern Charm Furniture and Design with her husband, Matthew. “We know this […]
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Whatever the occasion, shoppers will find just what they’re looking for at Heritage House. Stacy Pair, who owns the store with her sister, Julie Gainey, says Heritage House prides itself on meeting every customer’s unique needs. The store, located at 738 East Pass Road in Gulfport, carries a wide variety of pottery, candles, jewelry, china […]
Savannah & Co. in Ocean Springs is like no other salon on the Gulf Coast, its owner believes. “We have a very eclectic, retro, relaxed atmosphere about us, and we have a very friendly team that prides themselves on their continued education and being up to date with industry trends,” says Savannah Pugsley McMillin, who […]
Story by Jennifer Gentile | Photos courtesy of Buddyrow Describing the typical patron at his Buddyrow boutique, owner Keith Wooten says she is a woman “who knows her own taste” “She may be local, traveling through from the Delta, New Orleans or further afield, possibly having discovered the shop by way of our Instagram account, […]
