Lifestyle

Ask Lashawnda: Lifestyle Advice for Everyday People

By Lashawnda Becoats People ask me questions everyday. Sometimes it’s because I’m the editor of Pride magazine. Sometimes it’s because they know I’m a certified life coach. Sometimes people follow my fabulous adventures on social media. I love helping people so I decided to create an advice column based on the questions I get.…
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Be S.M.A.R.T.

By Elizabeth Colen We are half way through the year and July is a great time to regroup and refocus on your goals. You have half a year left, so let’s get ready and set SMART goals. S – Specific: Be specific with your goals.…
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4 Summer Entertaining Tips for A Southern Hostess

By Michiel Perry Summer is all about entertaining in the South. We love food, fellowship and bubbly in the South. Here’s the best thing, we get to indulge all summer long. As you plan your summer soirees, here are some quick tips to impress your guests as you entertain family and friends.…
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Pattern Play in the Bedroom

By Cheryl Luckett Pattern Play Recently I put the finishing touches on fun, colorful bedroom client project for a talented teen artist. There were quite a few comments on the color and pattern usage in the space so I thought I’d share my tips for successfully mixing color and pattern.…
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Ask Lashawnda: Advice for Everyday People

By Lashawnda Becoats People ask me questions everyday. Sometimes it’s because I’m the editor of Pride magazine. Sometimes it’s because they know I’m a certified life coach. Sometimes people follow my fabulous adventures on social media. I love helping people so I decided to create an advice column based on the questions I get.…
Lifestyle

5 Parks in Charlotte Worth Checking Out

By Alyssa Serrani Summer is finally here. School is ending and the temperature is rising. This summer, take advantage of one the many parks that Charlotte has to offer and soak up the sun and rich history of the Queen City.…
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Let Your Complexion Be Your Color Guide

By Dwayne Collins Many people find themselves asking the question, “what colors are in this season?” The proper question to ask is, ”what colors compliment my skin complexion? ” Keep in mind ”what colors are hot this season ” come and go, but your skin complexion remains the same.…
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Golf Event Brings Awareness to Domestic Violence

By Iris Hunter Domestic violence has become more and more prevalent throughout various communities and millions of lives have been forever changed due to this devastating epidemic. William Wilson, CEO of William Wilson Clothing, took a stand against domestic violence by starting The William Wilson Foundation, a charitable organization that assists victims and/or their children of domestic violence.…
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Athleisure wear: How To Wear It Well

By LaShanda Millner-Murphy Activewear has changed its name to athleisure wear and has created a buzz outside the gym. Athleisure wear is accepted by many as a wearable style on the weekends for parties and on the go. Some designers have even added add Athleisure wear to their fashion lines.…
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Bold Florals Make A Splash in Furniture Trends

By Cheryl Luckett Recently, I had the opportunity to spend four days at what I affectionately call designer Disneyland, also known as High Point Market.  The High Point Market is the largest furnishings industry trade show in the world, bringing more than 75,000 people to High Point every six months. …