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    Before you put that on…consider the heat

    It’s summertime, and the living is easy as the song goes — but what do you wear when the mercury rises to well over 90 degrees? It’s no easy feat looking stylish in these temperatures. We all know that we can look perfectly put together one minute, then step outside only to look like we’ve […]

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    The Coast’s top dog-friendly destinations

    All dog people know the struggle: You want to enjoy a day out, but you hate to leave your furry friend behind. Fortunately, the Mississippi Gulf Coast boasts plenty of eateries and activities that both you and your pet can enjoy. Here are some of the favorites, as listed on bringfido.com and elsewhere: RESTAURANTS   The […]

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    Specialty soap maker: Little Diva

    As she battled lupus, an inflammatory disease affecting the immune system, Kristen McCaleb also struggled to stay employed. “I was having a hard time holding down a job because of getting sick a lot, plus I was living with (really) bad eczema,” she recalls, “so I had to do something that would allow me to […]

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    Love, ivy styles with heart

    Give a woman the right outfit, and she can conquer the world. That belief is the business philosophy of April Bullock Burks, who says empowering women always has been important to her. As owner of Love, ivy boutique in Ocean Springs, Burks adds, she gets to live her dream daily. “I love dressing women and […]

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    Be best dressed

    By Sharon Weeks and Shelby Brune Women often question which styles and trends are right for their body type. While you may have your favorite go-to pieces, here are a few tips on how to successfully navigate shifts in style — and find what suits you best. • First, contrary to the old wives’ tale, […]

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