Charleston has phenomenal food, charming shops, and layers of history.
Boutique owner Mimi Striplin shares whats new around town.
In addition to the famous tassels, the store carries apparel, handbags, stationery, and decor.
Mimi Striplin, owner of the Tiny Tassel store, in Charleston.Credit:The Aneris Collective/Courtesy of The Tiny Tassel
Keiko recently created a blue and white toile print for a new clothing line.
For Striplin, the Holy Citys historic charm is balanced by a modern, joyful sensibility.
Read on for Striplins guide to Lowcountry living.
Earrings on display at the Tiny Tassel.The Aneris Collective/Courtesy of The Tiny Tassel
We usually do that each month and then grab dinner and drinks.
A favorite is the pizza atFrannie & the Fox, which is part of the Emeline hotel.
Or we might go toChez Nous.
From left: Island Provisions, a popular Charleston breakfast spot; a leek, asparagus, and Gruyère quiche from the café.Brittany Davis/Saturday Studio/Courtesy of Island Provisions
In the KnowAfter living here for 12 years, I recently went on my first walking tour.
It was so entertaining and informative.
I cant recommend it enough.
Charleston’s Rainbow Row.iStockphoto/Getty Images
They even make bow ties from oyster shells.
And of course, theresJ.
Its a longtime family-owned bag and leather-goods company, and you might go in and watch them sewing.
From left: A Beachwood yoga tote in canary yellow by J. Stark; an made-to-order oyster shell bow tie from Boisterous Couture.From left: Courtesy of J. Stark; Courtesy of Boysterous Couture
I use my custom hot pink tote every day.
Their store has great prints, clothing, and home goods.
Im also a fan of theParson Inn, a Black owned six-suite B&B in our neighborhood.
A guest room at the Emeline hotel.Lindsey Harris Shorter/Courtesy of Emeline
