Mr. & Mrs. M // Inside the boutiques of Ann & Sid Mashburn

We are back from ATL! And, what a perfect weekend getaway it was. One of my favorite stops was our jaunt to the boutiques of another husband & wife duo... Ann and Sid Mashburn. 

Their goods are perfectly curated and give classic, Southern style a fresh twist. Even if you're just in the mood to browse, it's worth a trip to walk around and be inspired by the interiors and merchandising in both shops. I'm obsessed with the residential feel of the boutiques. I seriously would move into these shops if I could. I'm enamored with way they seamlessly merged the his-and-hers look of both stores.  

Next time you're in Atlanta, make sure to stop by Ann and Sid Mashburn. And, while you're there mosey next door for a delightful treat at Jeni's (our all time favorite ice cream).

-mrs.h  

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mansion on forsyth park | savannah, ga

{Mansion on Forsyth Park}

Savannah, Georgia is one of my favorite spots in the South East. I love the way that tradition and cutting-edge creativity both prosper there. It seems to me that most cities have a hard time finding the balance that Savannah enjoys. Many cities either become so focused moving forward that they forgetting their history or they do the opposite and hold onto history so tightly that they dig their heels in the ground and won't allow creativity and change to flourish. 

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With a nickname like "The Hostess City of the South" you know hospitality will not be lacking in Savannah. To experience the graces of Savannah's hospitality, I'd recommend staying at the Mansion on Forsyth Park. This 1888 mansion has been carefully restored and sits across from the beautiful Savannah landmark, Forsyth Park. The hotel's design reflects the character of Savannah's history in the building's classic exterior and the city's thriving creative scene in it's modern interior.  

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The Mansion on Forsyth Park is also situated in the perfect location to venture out and explore all the wonder Savannah has to offer. The possibilities are endless... from meandering through the surrounding historic district to discovering the nearby art galleries. Savannah is also the home to the Savannah College of Art and Design, which is a hub of the Southern art scene. The school has a great shop, ShopSCAD, which features art by SCAD's students. ShopSCAD is also in walking distance from the hotel and sits next to several other neat shops and eateries. 
-mrs.h

jayson home & garden | chicago

One of my favorite ways to beat the summer heat is a little retail therapy and no place better to do that than Jayson Home & Garden in Chicago. I'm always so enamored with the way they mix antiques, vintage, and modern pieces. It's the perfect in-between -- warm yet sleek with perfectly placed "curiosities" and one-of-a-kind vintage pieces that make a home feel collected and full of stories. And, this time of year is the best time to visit because they transform their courtyard into a beautiful urban garden where you can pick planters and plants to make any concrete jungle feel alive. 

Whether you're going on a "mission purchase" or just want to meander, it's a one place you won't want to miss in the Windy City. If you're not making it to Chi-town anytime soon, not to worry Jayson Home has an amazing online store. So, no matter where you are, go ahead take a gander... 

-mrs.h

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where to play in st. michaels

I've told you where to stay in St. Michaels, now onto the fun... where to play in St. Michaels! 

It wasn't hard to pick the two stops that made it onto my "you have to do this/go here" list.


The first is St. Michaels' newest shop, american holiday. American holiday is my idea of the perfect shop to discover on vacation because it's not disgustingly themey but is true to place. In the case of St. Michaels, some shops border on nauseatingly nautical. American holiday, however, pays a rightful ode to the nautical roots of St. Michaels while pairing it with current furniture or an array of fun ikat pillows in nautical colors. The store's design is spot-on in my opinion. It's totally true to the vibe of St. Michaels but keeps it fresh all the while. 

(please excuse the "iphoneography" above - just had to give you a visual of how amazing this store is)

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If shopping isn't your gig on vaca (or should I say "not your significant other/children's gig"), not to worry... everyone will love the next recommendation. Chartering the sailboat Selina II was a favorite adventure of everyone in our group. Captain Iris was the perfect tour guide for the area--friendly, knowledgable, and entertaining. Seeing St. Michaels by sailboat was by far and away the most relaxing way to experience it.

bon weekend! -mrs.h

Fun fact: Captain Iris is actually the great-grandaughter of Selina II's orginal owners. 

A boat we passed by while on the Selina.

perch - nola

My husband has many amazing passions; however, like most guys, shopping is not one of them. Thus, his overview of NOLA didn't include my favorite place to stop in The Big Easy... Perch. Girls, this post is for you. If you're going to New Orleans this Spring or Summer, it's worth pulling your guy in there for a little interior inspiration--and leaving with a goody wouldn't be so bad (smirk). Plus, Coquette (mentioned here) is only a few blocks away, so you can lure your man to Magazine Street with promises of good food after a quick trip to Perch.