April 24, 2024

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Today’s Forecast

80º | 5% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:37 a.m. | Sunset 7:57 p.m.
High tides 8:59 a.m. + 9:24 p.m. | Low tide 3:04 p.m.

🛍️ Seams like we need to go shopping

This picture shows Emily on a bench wearing a light blue spring dress.

Emily says cute and casual is the vibe she tries to capture when choosing an outfit for King Street. | Photo by Emily Donica

Spring has sprung, and summer is just around the corner. So, before you get too busy planning that summer bucket list, keep reading to ensure you arrive in style.

We caught up with fashion influencer Emily Donica to talk about what’s in and what’s out, and everything that’s coming back stronger than a 90s trend.

What trends can we expect to see in Charleston this spring + summer?
Spring + summer trends to watch are denim mini skirts and matching oversized denim jackets, charm necklaces, bubble dresses, gingham, white linen sets, ballet flats, and anything polka dot.

What is your ideal outfit for King Street?
I love something cute and casual, so I’d go with a polka dot satin dress and Golden Goose sneakers, and I’d accessorize with chunky gold jewelry.

CHS_Fashion3.pg.jpeg — Red boots are the perfect statement piece to pull your casual outfit together.
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Photo by Emily Donica

What is your ideal outfit for Shem Creek?
Being on the water, I love a more casual vibe, so I would go with a denim mini skirt, white bubble top, and charm necklace to accessorize, and finish off the look with a red cowgirl boot.

Name three things you think everyone should have in their closet.
I think everyone needs a white linen mini dress, a nice, quality button-down, and a ballet flat.

What’s a piece of clothing that just says Charleston?
One piece of clothing that screams Charleston to me is a sundress.

What are your go-to shoes this summer?
I love a good pair of sambas to throw on with dresses, shorts, mini skirts, etc.

Shout out your three favorite local boutiques.
My three favorite local boutiques are ShopSXC, Madison Mathews, and Hampden.

Asked

What’s your favorite fashion trend that made a comeback?

A.) Scrunchies
B.) Platform shoes
C.) Bell-bottoms
D.) Other

Tell us

Events

Wednesday, April 24

Sip & Shop Happy Hour | Wednesday, April 24 | 5-8 p.m. | Satellite Bar, 495 King St., Charleston | Price of purchase | Shop local and enjoy happy hour deals while you soak in panoramic views of historic King Street.

Thursday, April 25

Daniel Island Arbor Day | Thursday, April 25 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Daniel Island Recreation Center (Governors Park), 160 Fairbanks Dr., Daniel Island | Free | Learn from local arborists and enjoy a complimentary lunch — registration is required.
Music Bingo | Thursday, April 25 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Indigo Reef Brewing Company, 2079 Wambaw Creek, Charleston | Free | Beats, brews, and bingo — join the free-to-play game and win some beer.

Saturday, April 27

Charleston Farmer’s Market | Saturday, April 27 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Marion Square, 329 Meeting St., Charleston | Price of purchase | Stock up on fresh fruits + veggies, and don’t forget the kettle corn.
Bundle and Ice Dyeing | Saturday, April 27 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Dill Sanctuary, 1163 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $75-$105 | Join a local artist to learn two dying techniques and extract natural color from flowers, plants, and foods.
Essentials of Kayaking | Saturday, April 27 | 2-5 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $50 | Dive into our entry-level course, where you’ll explore several boats and learn fundamental techniques and strokes to embrace a new sport with ease.

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Travel

10 Vrbos so amazing, they won 2024’s “Vacation Rentals of the Year”

The Paradise Found Vrbo in Florida, seen from the back with its expansive pool, palm tress, and outdoor living room.

Yes, all of these incredible houses are available to book. | Photo of Paradise Found via Vrbo

Vrbo released this year’s list of Vacation Rentals of the Year, and we can’t stop looking at these incredible homes.

Ranging from $711 to $4,750 a night and built to accommodate a crowd, these Vrbos were made to host the next big family vacation or group trip.

Sedona, Arizona: Palatial Paradise Estate

Heated infinity pool, game room, outdoor fireplace

Sand Lake, Michigan: Sandy Lakehouse

Pickleball court, bikes, paddleboards, and kayaks

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico: Casa Acantilado

Ocean-view bedrooms, cliffside sauna, hot tub

See photos of all 10 Vrbos

News Notes

Civic

Voters on Folly and Kiawah took to the polls for special elections yesterday. Folly voters elected a new council member. Kiawah voters filled two roles, mayor and a vacant council seat. Check the election results. (WCBD)

Opening

Next month, a new restaurant will open at 465 Meeting St., Ste. 120. The Select is an Atlanta-based restaurant that will offer French cuisine with the traditional flavors of the Lowcountry.

Development

This afternoon, April 24, the Board of Architectural Review for large projects will discuss the College Lodge demolition request. The board will meet at 4:30 p.m. in the public meeting room of the Gaillard Center (2 George St.), the meeting will also be streamed.

Edu

Prepare to dive in. From Friday, May 3 to Monday, July 15, the Charleston County Public Library will team up with Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary and NOAA for an exhibit. Visitors will explore all things ocean with topics like marine life, fishing, scuba diving, tides, and ocean conservation.

Number

65,000. That’s how many people visited Joint Base Charleston’s “Heroes of Flight” airshow over the weekend. In a video, colonels from the base thanked all the visitors and volunteers. (WCIV)

Festival

Need weekend plans? This Saturday, April 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., you can join Katie’s Krops Springfest (505 Gahagan Rd., Summerville). At this free event, attendees can tour the site’s garden, explore the butterfly house, and participate in hands-on activities. (The Summerville Journal Scene)

Sports

Chasing a championship. Bishop England High School’s girls lacrosse team will play in the state championship on Saturday, April 27. This will be the team’s seventh time in the big game in eight years. (WCSC)

State

The federal government awarded SC ~$125 million to expand clean and renewable energy projects. The State Office of Resilience will use the funds to grow programs that will lead to solar being added to more homes and communities across the state. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Drink

Garden strolls and wine tasting? Sign us up. Spend an evening at Middleton Place strolling through America’s oldest landscaped gardens with a glass of wine in hand. Charlestonians can explore the Middleton Place National Historic Landmark and take in the beautiful flora + stunning views of the Ashley River. Snag tickets.*

Environment

💚 Caring for sea turtles

This photo shows juvenile green sea turtle receiving care at the South Carolina Aquarium.

Meet Eleanor, a juvenile green sea turtle who arrived with a hook in its flipper. | Photo by South Carolina Aquarium

As stranding season begins, the SC Aquarium reports increasing admissions to its Sea Turtle Care Center. Recently, seven sea turtle patients were taken in for medical attention.

“It’s clear that sea turtles have arrived along the SC coast and are facing some unforgiving impacts out there,” says Sea Turtle Care Center manager Melissa Ranly. All seven species of sea turtles rescued are listed as threatened or endangered. Ranly wants to remind folks of the link between the water, wildlife, wild places, and humans. The aquarium says it’s a reflection of the growing issues surrounding coastal development and ocean conservation.

Did you know you can see the Aquarium’s biologists, veterinarians, and volunteers in action? Guests can come face-to-face with current sea turtle patients, read their stories, and learn how to help protect them.

To help the community connect with the turtles, they’re given fun names, and this year’s theme is breakfast foods.

Meet the patients

The Buy

A two-in-one wine stopper and pourer. We love: The drip-proof pour and how easy it is to flip the lever down for air-tight storage.

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The Wrap

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From the editor

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