Style + Beauty

Sustainable Shopping

Shopping at consignment and thrift stores for a healthier planet. Article by Summer Robinson The business of fashion is not always environmentally friendly. Fast fashion is the second most polluting industry (after oil) with 2.1 billion tonnes of carbon emissions each year (4 percent of the world's total). Some 87 percent of materials used to make clothing end up in landfills. That's one truckload every second. The fashion industry accounts for 20 percent of global wastewater and 35 percent of...

Real Estate

Lake Burton's Charm

A boathouse on a quiet cove offers privacy and convenience. Article by Sue G. Collins With  2,800 acres and 62 miles of shoreline, Lake Burton is a favorite for long days out on the boat, paddling along the winding shore, and sunset happy hours with friends. Located in Rabun County in northern Georgia, Lake Burton is the northernmost in a series of five lakes that comprise the Tallulah River Watershed. It is one of the first lakes in the United States to be created for power generation in...

Life + Culture

Following Angela

Style: Intentional Everyday Article by BuckHaven City Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Ken Jackson and Courtesy Photos As Chief Brand Officer at Chiarabella, Angela Cassisi guides the brand’s design direction across cabinetry, bath and interiors. She is originally from Italy and has been based in Atlanta for just over a year. These are the items she reaches for constantly. They’re not aspirational, "they’re practical, expressive, and rooted in the rhythm of how I move through my day, whether...

Style + Beauty

Designed to Welcome

The Forth Hotel Article by Sue G. Collins A surprising find, The Forth Hotel is as moody as it is bright. Was I in the lobby of an exclusive hotel in Milan, Barcelona or another modern European city, now popular with discerning travelers? The front desk staff wear suits and are formal but warm and I feel seen.  Deep velvet and leather sofas flank a wood fire blazing in the lobby, and the terrace suite has its own outdoor wood-burning fireplace, rarities in Atlanta hotels.  With a killer...

Shopping

On Point

Game day, girls' day Article by Karen L. Brown Around here, game day is more than football—it’s a fashion tradition. Let’s be honest—half the fun is the outfit! From throwback collegiate sweaters to bold team colors, every piece is handpicked with your game day in mind. "Styled to perfection with clear bags, team straps, charm necklaces—and those extra tailgate touches to complete the vibe," says Karen L. Brown, owner of All Inspired Boutiques.  All Inspired Boutiques is a multi-location and...

Home + Design

Vino View

Show off your wine collection with a well-designed cellar Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Matt Kvantz A business grows and prospers when it listens to customers, plans for the future and embraces technology in their industry. When Dan Shaunnessy, president and owner of Window Traditions, and his team recently researched a new product for the expanding company, they discovered an opportunity they could sink their teeth into.   Designing and installing windows and doors for new...

Education

Right At Home

Creating a Lovely Deck for Pets and their People. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Aleks Libby loves kids, treats, floating in the pool and chilling on the deck.  During warmer days, she searches for shady spots to contemplate her next move in achieving a life goal: catching a squirrel.  Libby is a 12 1/2 year old terrier and Yorkie mix who watches over the family of Lisa and Michael Rodenhiser. Their lovely home had a wood deck that wasn’t cutting it for Libby (or the family)...

Home + Design

Unfiltered Moments

Family time and furry friends and holding on to that summer feeling. Article by Branda Peterson  | Photography by Christine Gauthier The best August stories include sunshine, smiles, and a pup who’s always ready to play. We are reminded to slow down and soak it all in.  In a world that moves quickly, it’s the simple, shared moments that matter most — a sunny afternoon, a favorite furry friend and laughter. This month, we continue to celebrate the warmth of connection with picnics, playdates...

Health + Wellness

Where Pets and Relationships Rule

Locally Owned Makes a Difference to the Lives of Our Pets. Article by Johns Creek City Lifestyle staff A veterinary general practice clinic should be a team of experts in your community that you trust—a group whose care and guidance are rooted in your pet and family’s best interest at heart. Camden Village Animal Hospital is a small animal general practice clinic that has been a trusted part of our community since 2013. "It’s an incredible honor to continue in providing compassionate...

Health + Wellness

Holistic Health for Kids

Chiropractic Adjustments are for Everyone! Article by Dr. Michael J. Dellaria, B.S., D.C., C.F.M.C The average child has about 1,000 traumas before they enter adulthood. For instance, when they are learning how to walk, they fall. Learning how to ride a bike, they fall. Navigating playground games and backyard play, they tumble and knock heads. These traumas can and do cause spinal misalignments. This is where the bone has moved slightly out of its normal position in the spine. Now, this may...