Fall style doesn’t have to mean choosing between polished and practical. To create these looks, we brought together men’s and women’s pieces from some of the city’s standout local vendors.
By Sofia Lujan | Kenda Kistenmacher is the founder and designer behind the Raleigh-based jewelry brand Kenda Kist—a collection of hand-forged, everyday fine jewelry rooted in metal design…
By Frances Deese | NC State’s Emerging Designers Runway Show spotlighted bold student collections, fresh styling ideas, and the creative future of fashion in Raleigh.
By Kyle Marie McMahon | Named after the “feel-good” chemical serotonin, Serotone Swim is built on the belief that when we feel supported—literally and figuratively—our entire presence changes.
By Dathan Kazsuk | Recently named one of the Most Beautiful Restaurants in America, Tamasha, located inside Raleigh’s North Hills, has quickly established itself as a destination.
By Kyle Marie McMahon | Behind the iconic Kate Spade brand was one of the most celebrated creative partnerships in fashion: a decades-long friendship between Spade and Elyce…
By Kyle Marie McMahon | Styling by Sofia Lujan | Photos by Jessica Bratton | Tucked away in Raleigh’s Village District, Rangoni Firenze is a slice of Italian craftsmanship with a heart for…
By Kyle Marie McMahon | Styled by Sofia Lujan Styling | Photographed by Jessica Britton | Hair + Makeup by Evelisse Hahn| Art Direction by Sean Byrne. Autumn in Raleigh…
TrenLend offers curated fashion through a luxury rental experience
BY SOFIA LUJAN STYLING | PHOTOS BY JESSICA BRATTON
In a fashion world often dominated by fast trends and steep price tags, two…
How one Triangle-based nonprofit is turning the runway into a force of good
By Sofia Lujan Styling
Fashion with a mission—that’s the heart of Models for Charity, a Triangle nonprofit that’s been…
Above photo was taken during the CAM Art of Fashion dress rehearsal. Photo courtesy of Rich Crank Photography. All photos of the event are courtesy of Sofia Lujan. The Runway…
BY CRYSTAL WATTS | STYLED BY SOFIA LUJAN STYLING HAIR & MAKEUP BY EVELISSE HAHN | PHOTOS BY JESSICA BRATTON PHOTOGRAPHY Fall brings in the most influential fashion season…
This summer's looks embrace a vibrant fusion of retro aesthetics.
BY SOFIA LUJAN STYLING | PHOTOS BY JESSICA BRATTON
Breathable fabrics like linen offer cool comfort, while an emphasis on sustainable materials…
BY SOFIA LUJAN AND LAUREN DOYLE | PHOTOS BY JESSICA BRATTON All clothing items available at Villa 19 Boutique. Shop in-store or online at villanineteen.com. In keeping with this issue’s…
BY BETH SHUGG | PHOTOS BY BRUCE DeBOER
Beautiful art inspires a change in perspective, just as our clothing and accessories motivate how we move through each day. Fashion designers account…
When it comes to fall fashion in the South, transition is the name of the game. September is hot down here, y’all. We’re talking 85-degree days through the end of…
A perennial favorite among visitors, Art in Bloom displays the stunning creativity of floral designers who interpret works of art in the Museum collection. Purchase tickets online.