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By Aimee Serafin | Photos courtesy of Earl Grey Floral Floriography, or the special meaning and symbolism of flowers, has been part of wedding day celebrations since the 19th century when Victorian brides fondly chose blooms that conveyed emotions or messages. Flowers took on a new role as they became synonymous with heartfelt sentiments –…
By Ashlee Duren | Photos by Justin Evans The home of Kjirsten and Chip Ogburn epitomizes an open concept – meaning there are very few interior walls. “It’s definitely an unique story,” Kjirsten says with a laugh. When the Ogburns purchased the home in 2010, which was originally built as a church in the 1920s,…
By David Walton | Photos by Evermore Photo Co. The style of the best local restaurants is often the culmination of an owner’s experiences. Such was the case for Brett and Leslie McCullough. Before starting Brett’s Casual American restaurant in February 2007 in Athens, the McCulloughs operated restaurants throughout Texas, New Orleans and Baton Rouge,…
By David Walton | Photos by Evermore Photo Co. To start a restaurant, an owner needs to have a passion for the food they serve along with a natural focus on customers. Joe and Sam’s owner Kim Woolbright checks both of those boxes and more. When the Woolbright family moved to the area, they could…
Photos courtesy of The Piedmont Gardeners Group The 32nd Tour of Gardens, presented by The Piedmont Gardeners, is a perfect way to visit a variety of private gardens in Athens. The tour, which will feature five gardens, will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Proceeds fund…
By Kristen Soles McCrackin | Photos courtesy of The Avenue Erin Gilmer and Brandy Martin graduated from the University of Georgia in 2000 with degrees in furnishings and interiors and embarked on successful careers in interior design. However, they always dreamed of having their own storefront where they could offer the freshest designs and…
By Kristen Soles McCrackin | Photos courtesy of Alexia Nemecek Wedding paintings have been popular since ancient times but have become more abstract and experimental in recent decades. This trend has taken the wedding industry by storm, and it’s no surprise. Live wedding painting adds a special element to the event. A form of…
A big part of any special day comes down to the details and picking the perfect vendors can be overwhelming. So, we thought a resource guide would be helpful for the planning. Although this list is not exhaustive, we hope couples can use it as a place to start the groundwork. Click here to view…