Capsule Closets
With an influx of information coming to us from all directions, many of us face decision fatigue. This might be especially apparent at six in the morning while standing in front of your closet. The term “capsule wardrobe” came into…
Author: Rebecca Padgett Frett
The Power of Protein
Whether on social media or in the grocery store, you’ve noticed it: Protein is everywhere. It’s now a featured component in all types of foods, from powders to chips to coffee and more. Unlike many food crazes that come and…
Fit Fashion
With countless ways to exercise by land and sea along the Emerald Coast, paddleboarders to pickleball enthusiasts are seeking the latest and greatest gadgets. From wearable technology to athletic-enhancing accessories, 2026 brings a host of health-oriented, fashion-forward investments. Omorpho G-Vest …
Homemade For The Holidays
The holidays are so tightly tied to memory—the scent of your grandma’s pumpkin pie baking, the taste of the brined turkey seasoned with dad’s secret recipe, or your aunt’s cornbread stuffing that always sends you back for thirds. In a…
Decked Out And Dressed Up
Sequins and silk. Jewels and glitter. Sweaters and stockings. The holidays are a special time of year when our styles level up in panache and pizzazz. Holiday gatherings with friends, family, and coworkers keep social calendars booked with dinners, gift…
Welcome To Miami
While we may be in the sunshine state, Northwest Florida is sure to experience a few chilly days throughout winter. If you’re coming down with a case of the winter blues, you can now easily fly south for winter thanks…
Sweets and Sips
Children don’t have to be the only ones enjoying the Halloween spoils. Try pairing your childhood favorite candies with adult treats. Mairin Moore of Tallahassee’s Hummingbird Wine Bar advises which wines to pair with which candies based on their flavor…
Coastal Caroline
To Caroline Mowry, every detail matters—from the way golden hour alights a glass of white wine on a tablescape to how a crisp, white linen shirt effortlessly drapes across the body. When your business revolves around creating memorable moments, the…
Coffee Table Conversation Starters
When welcoming guests into your home, the living room is often a space for gathering on cozy couches and chairs centered around a coffee table. Amid conversation, a guest might lean forward to put their drink on a coaster, their…
Sea Style
Maria Galati Hill spends her days how most of us wish we could—on yachts. While there is some play involved, the majority is work, as her family owns the respected yacht brokerage Galati Yacht Sales. When her grandparents,…
Revamping the Beach Bathroom
Living in or visiting a coastal town, most people are familiar with beachy bathroom themes popular across condominiums and coastal cottages. The kitschy beach chair and sandcastle painting, a collection of seashells in a wicker basket, hand towels adorned with…
What’s In Store?
Kiki Risa The LoveShackFancy Dress, at Destin retailer Kiki Risa, has a Victorian-inspired feel with its lace details, a tie waist, snap covered buttons, and a sweet, ladylike collar. An essential staple everyone needs in their wardrobe—the sweaters and…
The Sweet Spot for Sleep
We’ve all woken up on the wrong side of the bed. As the idiom suggests, this can put a person in an irritable mood for the day. To some, this may be a random occurrence, but for others, this can…
From Field to Easel
For Kara Valentino Ffield, nature and art are intrinsically connected. At her Pensacola miniature farm, Ffield draws inspiration for her ethereal paintings of local flora and fauna.
2024 Ultimate Getaway Winner Selected
We are thrilled to announce that we have selected a winner of the 2024 Hilton Sandestin partnership giveaway!
Seaside Musician, Harrison Prentice, Releases Debut Single
‘God Bless the Rest’ available on streaming services Aug. 15
A Dream Team
Serenity by the sea Spa and Circadia celebrate partnership with new products and services
Not the Same Old Song and Dance
From classical ballet to musical theater, Panama City Dance Academy offers steps at any pace
All the Right Steps
From the ball field to the ballroom, Eric Luna moves in style
Up the Hygge
An auto repair estimator by day, “Battln Bill” Weaver has been side-hustling as a pro wrestler for 30 years. He “retired” recently, but the smart money says he’ll be back.
Not Your Old-Timey Elevator Shoes
Platform heels may have reached their height in the ’60s and ’70s, but they are enjoying a resurgence. It turns out that shoes go up and down like hemlines.
What’s In Store?
Owner Sunny Mitchell’s Destin boutique, Kiss the Sky, is selling a new-to-store line, Louise Lynette. Elegance meets warmth in this new line for the refined woman looking for a closet makeover with clothing that takes her from office professional to…
Tote-Ally Still In Fashion
The evolution and faithfulness of the tried and trusted tote
From Root to End: A Guide to Haircoloring
Stylists say warm tones are in, hot tools are out in 2023
Leather Pleasure
Leather trends aren’t just for punk rockers and motorcyclists. With new eco-friendly styles of leather, such as vegan leather, the trend has resurfaced — even in subtropical Northwest Florida.
Alys Beach Crafted Elevates Makers and Shakers
Alys Beach Crafted Elevates Makers and Shakers
14 Coastal Creameries and Cool Down Treats
Summertime is all about trying to finish the cone before the ice cream drips. Whether you’re a classic vanilla with rainbow sprinkles or always itching try to the most inventive new flavors, the Emerald Coast isn’t lacking for frozen dessert…
Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital’s Emerald Ball Achieves Goal
Event generates funds for purchase of latest in scanning equipment
PRESTO! at The Magic Parlor Brings Magic and Marvel to Destin
Magic show featuring internationally known acts to Destin Commons
The Edge Seafood and SkyBar
As Florida natives descended from Florida natives, Heather and Chris Thomas have a long history of being on and near the water. Their newest venture, The Edge Seafood and SkyBar, is as close as you can get to the water…
