Travel trick: a gingham swimsuit doubles as a top when paired with a SKIRT IN A CONTRASTING PRINT, DENIM HEELS, a wide white belt, and a classic bracelet

 

Southern sensibility: find shade from the rays with a hand-woven hat. Embrace Charleston's seaside style with a DRESS and SANDALS bearing boat motifs.

A convertible rocker in bold, nautical stripes embodies southern comfort. this bar cart is the life of the party—removable teak lids reveal bins that store and cool your beverages. small batch tonic ups the ante on a classic cocktail. it's all in the details: Mix yours in a shaker that pays homage to the iconic southern jar.

Make like local superstar chef Sean brock and try your hand at creamy grits with a cast-iron skillet to match. Dress up salt and pepper in cheerful blue to brighten your table. 


Amy in the perfect summer dress.

we love the formula of shea butter, olive oil, and green clay in this ultra gentle soap that we found at worthwhile, one of charleston's chicest shops. Two-tone sunglasses evoke retro charm. "it's always summer somewhere", said the late great lily pulitzer. we agree, but sometimes you need a scarf for that seaside breeze. 

add a bit of history to your home by hanging An antique wood framed map of charleston. feel like a native upon arrival with this travel guide that imparts more than location. Discover the lay of the land with stories shared by a bevvy of interesting locals. Channel picnic style with a straw + gingham crossbody perfectly sized for day to night wandering.