Before we dive in, a quick and important note for 2026 visitors: Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina in September 2024, and Yancey County felt its impact deeply. The community has shown extraordinary resilience in the months since, and I am happy to report that downtown Burnsville’s shops, restaurants, galleries, and taprooms are open and…
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10 Jackets to Wear Over Dresses (2026 Guide)
One of my personal favorite purchases for my closet is jackets. Wearing jackets over dresses helps us finish styling our outfits for the season and should provide the right coverage and warmth without distracting from the outfit you are wearing. This post featuring jackets to wear over dresses has been one of my most-visited style…
Women Owned Businesses I Love: 2026 Edition
Happy International Women’s Day 2026! Every year I look forward to shining a spotlight on some of my favorite women owned businesses — from local NC gems to online boutiques I return to again and again. While supporting women owned businesses is something I try to do year-round, International Women’s Day feels like the perfect…
The Best Wine Bars in North Carolina from the Mountains to the Coast
North Carolina has never needed much help selling itself. The state draws people in with its unique landscapes, its barbecue debates, and its college basketball rivalries. There is a quieter reason to love it, one that has been growing steadily over the past decade: the wine scene. I have written about the western North Carolina…
The Best Places for Lunch in Raleigh NC (2026 Guide)
I love a long, leisurely lunch, and any time I have a holiday break or time away from work, I schedule a lunch with my girlfriends so we can be Ladies Who Lunch. That was the inspiration for this post! The Triangle has blossomed into such a vibrant dining scene, and some of the most…
