Kaylin Riney, 23, was juggling her studies at the University of South Carolina in Columbia and modeling jobs with two agencies when Rich Carnahan, the associate director of the Miss South Carolina International pageant, sent her an intriguing message on Facebook asking if she’d like to run for the title. The striking brunette with several tattoos and zero pageant experience was hesitant at first.
Discover the works of four award-winning Southern fashion photographers.
It’s high summer and the time is right for exploring the Lowcountry’s great beaches. From north of Charleston all the way down to south of Jacksonville, we call out some of the greatest shoreline destinations.
Alligator toe bones, rattlesnake vertebrae and sea snails may conjure up some morbid thoughts for many, but not for Gogo Ferguson. This woman sees intrinsic beauty in organic forms that are essential to life.
Traditionally speaking we would expect bourbon to be native to the states of Kentucky and Tennessee, but not today. Teaming up with local farmers in the Southern region of Charleston, South Carolina, David Szlam and Ryan Meany went to work to change that conventional mindset.
For the past several years the numbers of people moving back into cities from the suburbs have been on the rise. The Census Bureau data shows that in 2013, 2.3 million more people were living in urban areas than in 2012. Brookings Institute demographer, William Frey told USA Today that the exodus away from the suburbs is being led by retiring baby boomers and young professionals.
The South is full of rich history and beautiful architecture. We explored some of Savannah’s most historic buildings that are now home to some of the city’s greatest restaurants. Whether you’re looking for a classic Southern meal or something a bit more modern, there is something for everyone to enjoy in some of the most beautiful houses of the Hostess City.
The 2015 Masters winner, Jordan Spieth had everyone on their toes during last week’s tournament. Amongst the excitement was Spieth’s girlfriend, Annie Verret who was spotted carrying a Hammitt handbag, one of Hollywood’s hottest brands. South’s Paula Fogarty recently had the pleasure of interviewing Hammitt’s Creative Director, Tony Drockton, so we were excited to see a Hammitt bag being carried in the South at the Masters in Augusta, Georgia.
Greg Kelly, Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport Chief Executive shares his lessons in leadership with this full article!
From salt marshes and black water rivers to murky cypress swamps, kayaking the Lowcountry is as unique of an experience as the region itself. There is something utterly seductive about paddling the Lowcountry waters. They are filled with the history…
Close encounters with Communist Bulgarian authorities, climbing Mount Everest, hanging out at cock fights and starting a hostel for world travelers is not what we normally associate with Southern lawyers from Pineview, Georgia. Tom Dennard is not your average legal…
Atmosphere, music and menu may set the mood but as savvy hosts know, it’s ultimately the guests who add the spirit to any event. Long hailed as the South’s hostess city, and most fervent haunt, Savannah is home to several venues…
Throughout the deep South, the advent of spring is ushered in by a cornucopia of color as azaleas, dogwoods, redbuds and Bradford pear trees blossom almost overnight. Spring is a special time for wildlife too, as many species of birds…
Have you ever had one of those days where you just felt like jumping out of a plane, or playing hooky on a Friday and taking off on a spontaneous trip? If so, then you will love this Travel &…
There’s something special about eating in the Lowcountry, especially on a sultry spring evening. When it comes to wining and dining, the South does it best. In this issue’s dining section, We’re taking a look at three of the region’s…
In recent years, adventure runs have grown in popularity. Athletes from every walk of life are taking the challenge. We put together a list of the greatest runs this spring that are sure to challenge the best of you. So…
The adventure begins when you board an Amtrak train. Safe, efficient, and reliable travel and a vacation that starts much sooner than others. Henry Miller, writer and traveler, once said, “One’s destination is never a place, but a new way…
Each of us has dreamed of doing a few things before we kick the proverbial bucket! Whether it is flying a plane, jumping out of one, catching moby dick, or racing a vintage car, what is on your bucket list?…
In this modern-day coastal wilderness, these Southerners are in it to win it. Natural selection is based on survival of the fittest, so these fit bodies have learned what it takes to trek through the jungles of iron and steel…
Southern mothers are like no others, raising notoriously well-mannered and genteel children who carry on the traditions of the South. We celebrate the winners of South’s Greatest Moms contest and remind you that it is not too late to make…
THE LOWCOUNTRY REGION FROM THE SOUTH CAROLINA SHORE TO JACKSONVILLE IS ONE OF THE COUNTRY’S RICHEST CULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REGIONS. THIS GUIDE POINTS YOU TO THE GREATEST PLACES IN CHARLESTON, JACKSONVILLE, SAVANNAH, THE GOLDEN ISLANDS, AND, OF COURSE, ATLANTA, “THE…
Have you ever been frustrated by a magazine that was mostly filled with ads? Have you ever found yourself on a beach or in an airport wishing there was more to read in a magazine that you paid good money…
FIRST PLACE Name: Kelli Boyd Age: 37 Inspiration: "Inspiration comes from a variety of things and I feel it has a lot to do with what is going on throughout the day. The way the light hits her dress, the…
With smartphones and Instagram, everyone and their grandmother thinks they could be professional photographers. Our list of South's Greatest Photographers proves it takes more than a filter to produce stunning photographs. These professional photographers have a special eye and are…
