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To wear black, or not to wear black—is that not always the question?

I speak for many when I say that the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida, is a home away from home. This time, I got to return to the epic Aura Arts and Music Festival.

How political correctness is killing honesty and creativity

Dominating Instagram and the red carpet, Balayage is the hottest hair trend of the season. But is it right for you?

How you do get a bunch of young creatives out of bed before 8:00 a.m.? Good coffee and Creative Mornings.

Ingrid Michaelson played an intimate show at the Charleston Music Hall with guest Greg Holden.

The trick? Creating a picture of how you want to feel.

Chandler Kolb needed the edgy wit of an artist to get people to shut up and start talking about what matters. Enter Charleston artist Kyle Victory. The result? Art for the Internet.

Alexander Botwin (sometimes known as Alex B, but best known as beat master Paper Diamond) has taken the electronic music scene by storm in just a few short years. Since signing with the popular Pretty Lights Music Label in 2010, Paper Diamond has traveled a long way.

Scott Carpenter, community manager of Yelp Charleston, explains how volunteering at Charleston Fashion Week gave him the tools necessary to land a new gig.

Natalie Clapp talks transition: relocating from Baltimore to Charleston, changing careers, and starting her own jewelry line, Silk Bone Jewels.

Bear Creek Fest, which took place at the gorgeous Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, was four days of idyllic camping and amazing music at a crazy cool venue. Check out my recap!

The secret? Taking time for yourself

Check out our recap of the Pour House performance by Particle, a new brand of jam band.

Run for a reason.

Cosby Sweater, joined by Andy Farag of Umphrey's McGee, has got the funk. Touring with The Fritz, their mission is to make you dance, which is exactly what we did...check them out!

Who can turn down some greasy Mexican grub and an ice-cold marg? Try the tacos (and more) at the latest product of Holy City chef Sean Brock.

As far as fall cocktails go, we've found the perfect potion to satisfy on a chilly autumn night. Try these simple recipes yourself, and share on social media with the hashtag, #chsgritsips.

In a world obsessed with body image, few companies are standing up to the issue. Guest blogger Tori Williams talks about the issue and who is actually influencing us for the better.

Burgers, beers, and balls are really all you need to start off one of the best weekends of the summer here in Charleston. Win a scavenger hunt and get those burgers and beers for free!