Accepting the Pat Santucci Spirit of the Coast award on her late husband’s behalf, Rachel Barajas was terrified and heartbroken — yet gratified to see her beloved Arturo’s accomplishments recognized. “I wasn’t sure if I would even make it through the front door, much less walk in front of 600-plus people,” she admits. “But when […]
As the coronavirus brings the world to a standstill, homeowners are clinging to one bit of good news — this may be the perfect time to refinance. The pandemic has driven rates to historic lows, causing a record number of people to rush to save money on their mortgage. If you own a home, you’ve […]
Considering her role model, Rachel Bond’s career choice isn’t surprising. “I am a horticulturist because my mom raised me to love and appreciate plants and nature,” says the Pass Christian native. “I wanted to be an entrepreneur like her and go into the family business.” Long before she owned Pine Hills Floral Design and had […]
BEHIND THE COVER PHOTOGRAPHY: BRANDI STAGE PORTRAITURE MAKEUP: JACKIE MERLAU HAIR: THE MANE SALON BACKDROP AND ALL FLORAL ARTISTRY: THE FRENCH POTAGER The images are exactly what those familiar with Brandi Stage’s work have come to expect: lush and lovely, yet bold and impactful. As owner of Brandi Stage Portraiture in Bay St. Louis, […]
Seeing patients have good outcomes never gets old for Dr. Angela Wingfield. “It’s fun solving a mystery or fixing a problem,” says Wingfield, founder of The Dermatology Clinic PLLC. “It is a privilege to impact so many people’s lives in a positive way.” With the opening of a new location in February, the doctor’s reach […]
More than 13 years after launching Panache Apparel and Accessories, owner Rebeca Fairley always keeps an eye out for special pieces. “We have really been on the hunt for items that are unique and different,” says Fairley, whose boutique is located in her native Gulfport. “My manager, Whitney (Dubuisson), and I went to the largest […]
Besides protecting walls against messes and moisture, a backsplash is a simple way to give your kitchen personality and bring it up to date. Not sure which style is for you? These 2020 trends can help spark your creativity. SHINE ON Mirrored, glossy and metallic finishes are a growing trend for kitchens in general. […]
Susan Cain Hinson has always looked forward to St. Patrick’s Day. “My first memory of the celebration was the big tent and party at Mary Mahoney’s,” recalls the Biloxi resident. “From that day, I was hooked!” Susan’s father, the late James M. Cain, was a member of the Hibernia Marching Society of Mississippi — instilling […]
Photo by Beyond Photography When a lump appeared in her left breast, Rhodesia Assad didn’t think much of it. Too much caffeine could be the culprit, her mother suggested, and vitamin E might help. The Gulfport native, who now lives in Florida and works for the U.S. Postal Service, was due for an annual mammogram […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Wardrobe: Grants For Her and Lee Tracy You might call Trina Cuccia and her daughter, Chantelle Chotto, professional door openers. Those doors are figurative at first, as the pair remove obstacles to home ownership, but they become real when clients claim their keys at the closing table. Not all clients […]
