Southern Lady celebrates, delights, and inspires women who live in the South - and those who are simply Southern at heart. Every issue features home design inspiration, recipes, and elegant entertaining ideas, Southern travel destinations, fashion, and much more and now you can enjoy every single page on your tablet.
Southern Lady • January/February 2025 Volume 26, Issue 1
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Growing a Gallery • Two South Carolina siblings help bring a dash of Southern beauty and painterly botanicals to homes across the nation.
Golden Endeavor • Artistry meets practicality in this entrepreneur’s opus of fetching novelties and hostess must-haves.
By the Seashore • Collecting seashells is more than a leisurely pastime for this Georgia-based artisan who fashions her finds into artful home accents.
Supper Club Celebrations • Meet 2025 contributing editor Lydia Menzies, party-planning extraordinaire and author of a brand-new book brimming with tablescape designs, personal stories, and inspiration for leading a gracious life. Throughout the year, Lydia will share expert tips for entertaining with panache and making the most of precious time spent with friends and family—cornerstones of the creative community she’s fostered, The Supper Club.
Natural Luxuries • Soft oceanic hues and delicate seashell accents beckon to those who revere the effortless style of Lowcountry living.
Rosy Outlook
Buds & Bubbles
Brewed for Bliss • Rosy hues set spirits aglow in the warmth of pleasant company gathered for afternoon tea.
The Southern City Guide • We’re thrilled to welcome the founders of The Southern C, Cheri Leavy and Whitney Long, as 2025 contributing editors. In each issue, they will take us to some of their favorite destinations across the region, making introductions to their coterie’s savvy entrepreneurs along the way.
Tides of Tradition • An elegant fête draws from the timeless allure of collected finery for a showcase of celebrated flavors.
A Chic Oasis • Ready for a refresh, this Hilton Head designer reimagines her family’s abode with an eye for luxe coastal comfort.
Pearls of Possibility • The shapely silhouettes and fanciful embellishments of these beloved platters dress up more than the modest bivalves they were fashioned to present.
Grand Getaways: Wentworth Mansion • A landmark 1880s residence turned luxury inn presents beautiful windows to the past and a doorway to unforgettable memories in the heart of Charleston.
Lowcountry Road Trip • Encounter winding waterways, sandy beaches, and hidden gems, guided by our regional connoisseurs.
Raise a Tiny Toast • Situated among wine goblets and martini glasses, the cordial may not stand tall above its counterparts, but it certainly leaves a lasting impression.
New Year’s Blessings • Gather with loved ones for a delightfully classic meal, toasting to joy, prosperity, and hope for the months ahead.
Zesty Sensations • Brighten your baking repertoire this season with a burst of sunshine in the way of zingy winter citrus.
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