November is a time when families come together to celebrate being grateful and thankful for their families and each other. It’s a time when traditions are on display. Do you remember the first time you fell in love with makeup? I don’t remember the day I decided to become a makeup artist, but I do […]
Leather is one of the most popular fabrics for the cooler months, and, let’s be honest, it’s because it looks cool on everyone. Plus, it keeps you warm. Wear it to give even the most feminine outfit an edge. I choose faux or vegan leather and look for patent leather, too. This blazer has stretch […]
I previously have encouraged you to stop procrastinating and trying to copy someone else’s financial strategies and get started on your own plan. Now, I’d like to suggest ideas for getting started. The first place to start is with an honest evaluation of your financial situation. Do you have a budget? Are you living within […]
Each January at the annual Christmasworld Exhibition, the coming year’s holiday trends make their debut. The exciting trends predetermined for this year highlight awareness, illusion and sustainability. Here are some of the season’s biggest trends to incorporate into your own holiday décor: Lights always will be on trend for the holiday season, but you can […]
Being a business owner on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is like being a jack of all trades. It is a delicate balance of lining your belt with the tools necessary to get the job done, painting a pretty picture and having the courage to create something wonderful. First, you will need the right brush. This […]
Emotions and eating go hand in hand. Emotions can cause us to eat, and eating can stir our emotions. This connection is especially hard for many during the holiday season, and if you are someone who “eats your feelings” or can’t stop stress eating, here’s a closer look at why emotional eating happens and some […]
KATELYN PERRY (@itsmekatelyn13) is the reigning Miss Gulf Coast and Miss Biloxi 2023, and she will compete in Vicksburg for the Miss Mississippi title next summer after placing third runner-up in the contest earlier this year. Her organization, Crowns for a Cause, teaches girls about service. Katelyn also runs a Gulf Coast food and attraction TikTok […]
When staging your home to sell, work with what you already have — including indoor and outdoor furniture. Curb appeal draws home buyers in, so be sure that your porch is warm and inviting. The fall season offers an excellent opportunity to bring color in with fall plants, such as chrysanthemums (mums). Add more interest […]
Known for her sophisticated eye and attentive ear, Debbie Batia has been helping Gulf Coast residents and business owners design stylish and functional spaces with elegance for decades. And she has no plans to stop any time soon. “I have been doing this my entire life and never considered anything different,” Batia says. “I have […]
Starting a small business can be difficult and stressful, but it also can be very fulfilling. While there is no hard-and-fast set of rules for starting a business, here are 10 tips to help you start on the right foot. Develop a business plan. Establish an achievable timeline for goals, materials needed, actions required and […]
