London Hair. #chs

I recently did a modeling job for London Hair, a place I remember as a child from Charleston. My sister actually had some kind of glamour shots done there at the age of 13, and I think my mother still has the photo on the mantle. What I find funnier is that the job was done in New Orleans. Although the gig was fun and every aspect of the styling good, I hope these don't circulate as long as the other hair jobs I've done in the past. I had a friend from Los Angeles recently text me a photo she came across in a hair styling book while waiting for her stylist. It was from 2004. Eeep.

Shot at the John Jay beauty school and salon in Lakeview by Janine Joffe. Hair by Stephanie and Frances London DuBose, Makeup by Scarlett Howell, Styling by Rachel Adams of Rachel Elizabeth Style.  - JM

Dad's Day.

It's approaching. Get your pappy happy gear now - and from what better place than Megan Huntz and Trevor White's refreshing enterprise? The duo created Huntz + White ties in 2 0 1 2 and haven't stopped making particularly sharp accessories for men since. Utilizing Megan's fabric enrichment techniques that she uses in her dress line, the quality of neckwear, both neck ties and bowties, is visually apparent. From the Huntz + White site:

So they're smart and sensible. Double major. Visit the Huntz + White site to straight lace ya pops up.

- JM

ex-site-ed.

My new site is live and I couldn't be happier with it. All of my skills on display in one place - my best 'biz card' yet. If you know anyone in need of a model that can cook, style food, and paint you a picture if it, I'm your woman. I get by with a little help from my friends. Love all y'all.

xo JM

Shop Megan Huntz.

Hands up for affordable couture! My friend, designer Megan Huntz, just recently announced that her online shop went live. For those of you who have been hankering for a fabulous silk dress constructed by hand from pattern to finish - that won't break the bank - here is your chance. Visit the Megan Huntz site and get your shopping on.  -JM

Winestock. #chs

This Saturday, May 11th, Irvin House Vineyards on Wadmalaw Island is hosting Winestock, the first event of its kind. Head to Irvin House Vineyards for an afternoon of wine, music and local food from noon until 6 p.m. Admission is just five bucks for adults and the kids get to go for free - but bring extra dough for food vendors and wine flights. Dress like a hippie, too, because there's a hippie contest with prizes!

Featured Music:

The Sweetgrass Girls

The Bullgrapes

The Tarlatans

Food:

Jack's Cosmic Dogs

Stono Cafe

King of Pops

Diggity Donuts

...and more!

- Denise K.

Food + Films = Love. #chs

The first annual Charleston Food and Film Festival is this weekend, and tickets are on sale as we speak. Though it's the first time this innovative festival has come to the Holy City, it's been going on for a few years in New York and Chicago.

The website describes the experience as a chance for film viewers to taste what they are watching on the screen. Since the Charleston festival is benefitting GrowFood Carolina, the tasty series of shorts take place at the GrowFood warehouse and tickets include seating/screening, plus food and beverages prepared by international chefs.

Sounds yummy, no?

-Denise K.

Momo Falana at Jazzfest. #nola

Paris Hilton

EXCLUSIVE: The coveted styles of Momo Falana, worn by the likes of Nicole Richie, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Paris Hilton, are available to all you Jazzfesters this year. Mosey over to the Artist tents out at the Fest this weekend and seek out Maureen Roberts and Michael Lublin of the widely known boutique brand. Hailing from New York City, their signature hand dyed silk dresses are vibrant and feminine, perfect for New Orleans Summertime weather.

SJP wearing Momo Falana in SATC

Nicole Richie

Don't forget to tell them Jhesika sent you.
- JM

Tales of the Cocktail 2013. #nola

Hip*Hip*Hooray!

I've just gotten my media clearance for the happiest hours of the year - Tales of the Cocktail! New Orleans plays host to a multifarious slew of events evolving around the almighty cocktail again July 17-23. This year's venue is the Hotel Monteleon on Royal Street in the French Quarter sector of the city. The International event consists of five days of cocktails, cuisine, and culture for cocktail professional and enthusiasts alike. Dinners, presentations, seminars, and awards shows allow the best of the best to showcase their talents and learn from their favorite industry icons. Some seminars include:

• Airport Bars

• USS World Class Happy Hour

• When American Bartenders Invaded Cuba

• Special Event: All Stars Competition presented by Bombay Sapphire

and Parties, oh my the parties:

• Grey Goose

• Beefeater

• Absolut

For more details, visit the Tales of the Cocktail website.

- JM

southern ground. #chs #nola

Charleston!! Be on the lookout for some Southern Ground Music and Food Festival action headed your way. In the meantime, Nashville is going to be rocking this September to likes of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Willie Nelson and The Family Band, Nola's own Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, and the lovely Grace Potter and the Nocturnals - who just so happens to be one of my favorite bands. Not to mention, Nashville's food scene is already banana boats without some festival calling all talent, so that said, I'll be seeing you there.

- JM

margarita mix off. #nola

Come Cheer on the Finalists!

Where Y'at is celebrating it's Margarita Mix Off at PubliQ house tonight from 8-10 pm. Contenders include:

• Travers Romann from Nonna Mia
• Steve Yamada from Tivoli and Lee
• Ian Julian from Dominque’s on Magazine

Please stop by to cheer on your favorite. VIP doors open for 7, general admission to the event starts for 8 pm. 

 
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