A surprise dinner must not be fancy
Starting the new year off with some travel inspiration in the form of a Charleston guide. I was so amazed by the charm of this beautiful city (seriously, I wanted to buy every single house I saw). It makes for the perfect weekend trip from most cities in the US and you definitely don't want to miss out on experiencing true southern charm for the first time. We stayed at the incredible Zero George while we were there, and you can find a detailed post on that here.
What are some of your travel bucket list plans for this year?
Eat
Husk - For elevated southern food in a beautiful old house. Book ahead or show up right at the opening.
Cannon Green - Amazing brunch in a creative location near King Street.
Zero George - Elevated Southern food in a beautiful courtyard.
Butcher and Bee - Colorful lunch location in an up and coming Charleston neighborhood.
Jeni's Ice cream - The most famous ice cream spot in the south with the best handmade cones.
Vendue Hotel Rooftop - Gorgeous view of Charleston at sunset in the heart of downtown.
The Gin Joint - Great drinks in a cozy bar and ideal while waiting for a spot at Husk.
The Ordinary - We didn't manage to go, but it's supposed to be incredible and located in an old bank building.
Black Tap Coffee - Try the lavender latte.
See
South of Broad / The Battery - Real estate envy at its finest, take a bike to explore and make sure to stop by rainbow row.
King Street - Charleston's main street with the cutest shops.
Boone Hall Plantation - Filming location of the Notebook, need I say more?
Aiken Rhet House - A crumbling Charleston mansion, in the best way possible.
Shop
Candlefish - The cutest candle and interior design shop off King Street.
Savannah Bee - For honey based everything.
The Commons - Gorgeous home made ceramics.
It's been a long time since we've shared an outfit post, but I figured these photos my friend Mitch shot of me were the perfect occasion to share some tips on transition wear and a little Christmas gift guide. New York weather can vary pretty drastically day to day from September to December, so I like to dress in layers, usually pairing my favorite overknee boots with pants on colder days and skirts on warmer ones. Stripes paired with a camel blazer or coat is one of my all time favorite polished looks. If you're still looking for some Christmas gifts shop my favorite picks for under $200 below (including overknee suede boots for 129! ). Or to just treat yourself, I certainly won't judge! What are you buying for your friends and family members?
