Image courtesy of Uchibā If Uchi is Charlotte’s sophisticated anchor for Japanese fine dining, then its rooftop sibling, Uchibā, is the cool, high-energy pulse of the Commonwealth development. While the ground floor below focuses on the hushed reverence of a perfect omakase, Uchibā—opening its doors as the social heartbeat of Plaza Midwood—is all about the buzz. Inspired by the effortless "cool" of Japanese izakayas, this rooftop lounge is designed for those who prefer their

Image courtesy of Charlotte Museum of Nature In 2026, Charlotte’s relationship with the natural world will undergo a sophisticated transformation with the opening of the Charlotte Museum of Nature. Replacing the nostalgic Discovery Place Nature in the heart of Freedom Park, this reimagined institution is moving beyond the traditional museum model to create a world-class destination that blurs the line between architecture and the wild. Designed by Liollio Architecture and Ho

Images courtesy of Dickens Mitchner In the heart of South Carolina’s Lowcountry, where the marsh grass dances to the rhythm of the tides and the air carries the scent of salt and pine, sits a property that redefines the standard for coastal luxury. Welcome to Heron Hall , a preeminent 10-acre waterfront estate within the prestigious Palmetto Bluff community, now offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of the South’s most coveted shoreline. Represented by Vicky Mitchener an

Images from Café Carmellini Forget the standard weekend ritual of soggy eggs and a lukewarm latte. There is a new way to do mornings in Manhattan, and it involves gilded trees, sapphire velvet, and enough bubbles to make a Gatsby party look like a quiet tea. Café Carmellini has officially launched its Champagne Brunch , and it is every bit as maximalist and magnificent as the room itself. Walking into the dining room feels less like entering a restaurant and more like steppin

Set along the water at the storied Royal Poinciana Plaza, Glazer Hall is redefining what a night out can look like in town, blending cultural ambition with effortless Palm Beach glamour. Housed within the beautifully revitalized Royal Poinciana Playhouse, the venue spans 24,000 square feet and centers ona state-of-the-art, 400-seat theater outfitted with retractable seating, a sprung floor ideal for dance, and modern production technology. Step outside during intermission and

I always knew olive oil was something special, especially in my family. But I didn’t realize just how much it functioned as a cultural icon in my life, shaping how I learned to eat, cook, and think about health long before I ever thought about food in those terms. It was just always there. For me, olive oil is one of those ingredients that can work the room. It has a natural charisma, with a wide, complex flavor profile, adding dimension to almost everything in the kitchen, c

The French love affair with black — winter minimalism at its most refined   Black, in France, is never merely a color. It is a posture. A philosophy. A quiet declaration of restraint and confidence. While winter elsewhere erupts in sparkle and excess, the French retreat inward — returning, season after season, to the purity of black. In Paris, it is not worn to disappear. It is worn to be precise.  From the slate mornings along the Seine to candlelit dinners in Saint-Germain-

Images courtesy of Cartier / Gnazzo Group On February 2, 2026 , Cartier unveiled their new Clash De Cartier Jewelry . NEW MOVEMENT, FLUIDITY AND SENSUALITY IN YELLOW GOLD Intended as a challenge to Clash de Cartier’s geometry, Cartier has designed entirely flexible pieces, including the collection’s first-ever yellow gold versions of necklaces and bracelets previously developed in rose gold. These are eye-catching, substantial pieces, some versions of which have two rows and

A Designer’s Vision Finds Its Florida Chapter  Images courtesy of Leah Talanian Marino of L Design Interiors For L Desig n Interiors, this Newport Beach residence represents a defining moment in the career of its founder and principal, Leah Talanian Marino—one that now bridges coasts and anchors her practice firmly in Florida. While the home sits along Lido Bay in California, its sensibility—layered, restrained, and quietly elegant—translates seamlessly to Florida’s refined

Image Credit : Guard & Grace Forget the hushed, velvet-draped clichés of the traditional steakhouse; Charlotte’s skyline is about to get a shot of pure, high-octane adrenaline. When Guard and Grace makes its highly anticipated debut at 111 E. Carson Blvd in mid-2026, it won’t just be opening a dining room—it will be introducing a new era of “Power Dining 2.0.” Born in Denver under the visionary eye of Chef Troy Guard and his TAG Restaurant Group, this isn’t your grandfather’

During Men Fall Winter 2026 Fashion Show, Louis Vuitton unveils an exclusive time object and its bespoke trunk to be auctioned later this year, in support of the 10th anniversary of the LOUIS VUITTON for UNICEF partnership. Image courtesy of the Gnazzo Group Paris, January 21st – On the occasion of the Louis Vuitton Fall Winter 2026 Men’s Collection presentation, the House spotlighted a poignant element of its decade-long commitment to UNICEF: a Louis Vuitton Time Object in

Images courtesy of Rimac Automobili If you’re looking for the ultimate "cool" factor this winter, look no further than the frozen surface of Lake St. Moritz. While most of us are reaching for a third espresso to survive the chill, Rimac Automobili is busy turning up the heat at The I.C.E. St. Moritz . This week, the Croatian hypercar pioneers didn’t just show up to the world’s most glamorous "concours on ice"—they delivered a masterpiece. Taking center stage against the breat

Images courtesy of Gnazzo Group If there is one thing that never goes out of style, it’s a legend. This year, the fashion world isn’t just celebrating a pattern; we’re celebrating a global heartbeat. Louis Vuitton’s iconic Monogram is officially turning 130, and darling, she’s never looked better. Born in 1896 from the visionary mind of Georges Vuitton as a love letter to his father, the Monogram has survived world shifts, trend cycles, and the transition from steamships to p

An East Coast road story   Winter on the East Coast has a way of making you restless. By Spring, you’re already mentally shedding layers, craving light, space, and the promise of movement. Remembered now, out of season, this drive feels less like a summer memory and more like a reminder: fun doesn’t need a calendar.  I picked up the GMC HUMMER EV in New York City, which is not exactly known for welcoming large personalities—vehicular or otherwise. Let’s be clear: this is a bi

Orient Express hasn’t even set sail yet, but that hasn’t stopped it from thinking several voyages ahead. With a new slate of itineraries unveiled for 2027, the storied name—now under the Accor umbrella—is making it clear that the future of sea travel will be as much about imagination as it is about movement.  At the center of this next chapter are two sailing yachts, Corinthian  and Olympian , designed to reintroduce romance, restraint, and true craftsmanship to the open wate

No city becomes a Michelin city by accident. That distinction is earned quietly, over time—through discipline rather than drama. When the Michelin Guide turned its attention toward Charlotte in late 2025, it wasn’t announcing a beginning. It was acknowledging a moment that had already arrived.  Michelin has never been interested in hype. Its inspectors don’t follow buzz or social-media heat; they follow craft. They look for restaurants that demonstrate clarity of vision, tech

A LEGACY OF BEAUTY, COURAGE & RENEWAL Image by Bespoke. Builder East End Building. Holiday House returns this season with a resonance that feels especially meaningful. Opening in Palm Beach on March 3, 2026, with its much-anticipated gala and welcoming the public from March 4–May 3rd, the showhouse enters its eighteenth year having become far more than a design destination. What began as Iris Dankner ’ s personal tribute to survival and the restorative power of beauty has gro

Interior Design by Gingham & Gable — A mindful mountain retreat where heritage, sustainability, and family legacy converge   Photography by David McCaughan Tucked quietly into the woods of southern Vermont, Nordmarka is not simply a vacation home, it is a deeply intentional retreat shaped around the art of easy living. Designed by Gingham & Gable for an outdoorsy, athletic, and multigenerational family, the reimagined 1980s mountain home balances performance and beauty with r

Design: Lisa Sherry Interieurs | Photography: Stacey Van Berkel For Charlotte-based interior designer Lisa Sherry, home is more than a physical space. It shapes how we feel, how we think, and how we connect with one another. This belief underpins her approach to design – a deliberate, joyful act of curation guided by intention. Natural materials, measured proportions, subtle palettes, and thoughtful edits create rooms that feel both grounded, expansive and timeless. Every cho

Cotswolds Highgrove Evergreen Just when you thought the English countryside couldn’t get any more cinematic, Highgrove—yes, that  Highgrove—has gone and bottled it. In partnership with Cotswolds Distillery, the estate has unveiled Highgrove Evergreen , a small-batch gin inspired by the gardens surrounding King Charles III’s private residence.  Think less nightclub lime, more mossy path after rain. This is a gin that wears tweed, knows its hedgerows, and absolutely does not sh