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Hate New Year's resolutions? Here are some goals set by none other than beauty expert Andrew C. Petersen that will make sure your 2014 is better, brighter and absolutely beautiful.

I was invited to the Charleston Fashion Week's Emerging Designer Party and had a chance to hear what inspired the lines of some of this year's semifinalists.

No matter what a reality show may try to bring, or take from our beloved city, you can't ignore what makes it such a beautiful place.

I recently discovered an incredible new line of jewelry that's locally made and inspired by nature. If you haven't already heard of Twine and Twig, read on—it's totally amazeballs...

McKenzie Eddy's success with King Dusko came not only from her time bumping shoulders with some of hip hop's greatest, but a desire to provide a launching pad for other artists like her.

The Best of Broadway series at the N. Charleston PAC continues this week with "The Addams Family." Here's what I thought of the creepily funny show, and why you should go see it TONIGHT with the fam

The "Southern Charm" trailer's caused a commotion. But really—what can a reality show bring about that we don't already know? Let's remember what it is that truly makes our Southern city so charming..

The lesson involved a trip to the Blind Tiger, a quick chat at the bar, and a "spilled" gin and tonic. And unfortunately, it may be the same lesson people will learn from watching Southern Charm...

With temps setting record lows lately, all I've been craving are soups and stews. Here's a delicious, easy-to-make lentil soup with bacon—a sneak-peek recipe from my upcoming cookbook!

It's official: the Charleston-based reality show we've all been dreading will air March 3. Here's a look the Bravo series' FULL TRAILER (paternity tests and fake eyelashes included)...

Thanks to the creative folks of Charleston, I've got one of the finest collections of sidewalk art out there. Here are 7 pics—offering wise words on love, daydreams, and a simple yet powerful hello

Ayoka Lucas and others had the bright idea of throwing a belated New Year's Eve party this past weekend. And you know what? It was a blast. Here's a recap and party pics from the stylish bash

The blog of this week, plus tons of inspiration for sharing your history smarts—while getting your drink on—next Thursday at the Royal American...

Earlier this week you got splurge-worthy inspiration for men. Well, now it's the ladies' turn. Take a browse through this collection of top 10 desirables (LBDs, shoes, and home goods included)...

A CofC teach of mine once said Chas is lacking a fervent book culture. Well, novelist Gary Shteyngart's trip to town Friday argues his stance. Get where to see him—plus his hilarious book trailer—here

Comedy Central's Drunk History is shooting in town next week. Here's the EXCLUSIVE SCOOP on where, plus how you can get on camera, share your history smarts, and do what Charleston does best—get tipsy

Sure, it's going to get frigid tonight. But do temps in the teens really warrant school delays—as opposed to, say... a scarf and some mittens? Per school officials: Yes. Per we at Grit: Eeeeeh...

The New Year brings with it resolutions, a fresh start, and, pretty soon, that glorious tax-return check with your name on it. Men: Here are 10 splurge-worthy items you should keep in mind...

The blog that made us all nod yes, yes, yes, and yes. Plus, three things we could all stand to do less of in 2014 (hint: one involves Kim K. and Kanye)...

During a New Year's Day walk through Magnolia Plantation's camellia garden, I found myself pointing the camera at my feet as much as the sky. Check out the beauty I spotted while looking down...