South magazine had a chance to pick the brain of America’s Next Top Model Cycle 19 competitor Victoria Henley about her experiences. Hometown: Colquitt, GA Age: 19 College: Liberty University Online South magazine: Did you model or perform as a…
by Shena Verrett South: So let’s talk a little about the project you’re working on here in Savannah called CBGB and who you are portraying FR: CBGB is loosely based on Hilly who is the man that started the club, and…
When I finally catch up with the ever-occupied Ginger Fawcett, front-person for beloved area rock band Liquid Ginger, the impressive stage vocalist answers the phone with the cautious voice of someone taking care not to strain her instrument. “I had…
Nick Lucey Photography by William Torrillo Sharks. Jellyfish. Stingrays. Getting caught with a beer bottle by the Tybee beach patrol. These are just a few of the dangers that many fear when going to the beach in Savannah. But…
Jeff Vrabel Photography by Bob Jones and Jabberpics Gary Glemboski has been shooting for 50 years and practicing martial arts for 46, long enough to become a seventh-degree black belt. He's received a Medal of Valor from his police…
Sarah Jones Photography by Pat Bombard The SCAD graduate has represented her home state as Miss Georgia Teen USA in 2003 and as Miss Georgia in 2010. After wrestling with the decision to set aside acting, she obtained her degree…
Melanie Simón Photography by Beall + Thomas Photography The small, luxury resort on 4,200 pastoral acres with commanding Smoky Mountain views was voted into the number one spot in North America by the 2011 readers of Travel + Leisure. Notably,…
Grace Bakley Photography by Christine Hall We can’t believe the South’s Greatest Kids Contest has already seen its second year come and go. The submissions arrived again in droves, our mailbox overflowing with undeniable cuteness and charm. Now South readers…
Shawndra Russell With a new year upon us (where did 2012 go?!), a whole new set of New Year’s resolutions are sure to crop up. Instead of depriving yourself for the first few weeks of 2013—okay, who are we kidding?…
Lauren Hunsberger Photography by Ryan Gibson Some locals say Robert Espinoza is the most powerful man in Savannah—a kingpin of sorts. but after his recent brush with death, some might even call him downright indestructible. “When I moved here from…
Stars of the South There are several local volunteers who give their time to serve those fighting poverty, homelessness and hunger through the holidays. And while they may be donating their time, they believe they are receiving so much more.…
Janice Shay Photography by Jabberpics Vibrant politician Pete Liakakis has done everything from serve as Burt Reynolds's personal bodyguard to host his own radio show. In January, he steps down as Chairman of the County Commission, but we at South…
CARLOS MOLEDA Everything you know about paralyzed athletes, says Carlos Moleda, is wrong. "Some people, for whatever reason, have a picture of people in a chair and think that they're unhappy or depressed," says Moleda, a former Navy SEAL who…
Sarah Jones Photography by Jabberpics Whether the dullness of dumbbells has got you down or your energy level is dragging, South has the answers to the post-holiday fitness blues. Here are 8 ways to jumpstart 2013 that go beyond barbells.…
Sarah Jones Photography courtesy of Elizabeth Demos, by Christine Hall photography If you’ve ever purchased one of those photo apps that apply a sun-faded, sepia or rough-around-the-edges effect, you get this trend: a vintage aesthetic has become increasingly popular over…
Photography by Izzy Hudgins, Donna Von Bruening, Memories N More Photography, Tec Petaja Photography, Chia & Hon Chong, George Burns More and more, today’s weddings are styled to reflect the tastes, personalities and fantasies of each bride and groom. Some…
Inspired by the Golden Twenties, the February-March fashion spread took place at Cohen’s Retreat and Savannah Station. A full day of styling, posing and channeling the Roaring Twenties made for tons of behind-the-scenes action. Photography: Ryan Gibson ✱ art…
Melanie Simón Stay Tapped by Travel + Leisure as one of the World’s Best Hotels, this Lowcountry sanctuary is special in its approach. Development is minimal and luxury is responsible, with green design principles, including water conservation and energy efficiency…
Shawndra Russell Photography by Ryan Gibson and Sara D’Eugenio Many 2013 weddings will indeed include the newest dessert craze: macarons. Nicole Rene Schwalge, owner of Simply Savannah Events, predicts we’ll see “lots and lots of French macarons! They are…
Confucius said, “Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.” That gift of sight seems to be reserved for the most discerning of photographers, and we asked them to capture their own version of beauty in the South through their…
Lisbeth Cheever-Gessaman Photography by Ryan Gibson Few things are as taken for granted as the act of seating, yet the most important events in history have occurred when someone was sitting down. From the signing of the Declaration of…
Jocelyn Dingle Photograph above by Russ Bryant André Leon Talley is the chief priest of high style. Yes, there is his guru’s fashion intuition—sought actively by his colleagues—but equally impressive is how he presents himself to the world. Donning…
Two of Savannah’s most cutting-edge media agencies are bringing a bit of Silicone Valley’s tech-savvy and New York City’s design know-how to the South. Focus Labs LLC is a design and development agency based in Savannah. And, if both description…
The vistas of Savannah’s River Street are one of the primary features that make it such a special place to visit. Check out South’s exclusive gallery for beautiful photos of the Riverfront and all it has to offer.
