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TRASK RICHMOND BOOTS
Any man will look smart in these imported Italian boots. Crafted in Italy for Trask Reserve, the boots are stained and finished by hand to create a oneof-a-kind patina. Double stretch gores and leather pull tabs in back make pulling them on a snap. Available in Italian calfskin or Italian suede. $325; Smith & James, 222 Trade St, Greer. smithandjames.com
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ANA BUCKET BAG
Handmade in Atlanta, Georgia, this hand-cut leather drawstring bucket bag is large enough to hold your essentials hands-free, but small enough to take anywhere without being bulky. The black oil-hide leather, treated with a mixture of oil and wax during the tanning process, makes for graceful aging. $270; Custard Boutique, 718 S Main St, Greenville. custardboutique.com
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SOUTHERN GATES SOUTHERN OAK PENDANT WITH CHAIN
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An iconic symbol of strength, family, and longevity, the intricate tree-of-life design adorns this lovely necklace. The sterlingsilver pendant (on page 75) is part of the Southern Gates Series, and is shown with a 20-inch 1.2mm rounded box chain with an adjustable smart bead. $85; Ponthieux’s Jewelry Design Studio, 1818 Augusta St, Ste 101, Greenville. ponthieuxs.com
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“WHOEVER SAID MONEY CAN’T BUY HAPPINESS DIDN’T KNOW WHERE TO GO SHOPPING.”
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FORESAIL QUILTED VEST
Premium polyester fabric gives Coast Apparel’s Foresail Quilted Vest a soft look and feel. The moss-green zipfront men’s vest is finished with a crab logo on the left chest pocket, while outside pockets and inside pockets add convenient storage. $85; Coast Apparel, 324 S Main St, Greenville. coastapparel.com
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HARD BRIM HAT
Fashioned from 100 percent Australian wool, Wyeth’s “River” hard-brim hat will take you through the fall and winter in style. The hat, available in grey or tan and trimmed with a suede tonal band, comes in medium, but you can easily downsize it using the ribbon adjuster tucked into the sweatband. $80; Muse Shoe Studio, 2222 Augusta St, Greenville. museshoestudio.com
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GUILTY PLEASURES VARIETY PACK
Please a range of palates with Wicked Weed’s shareable four-pack: Weed Brownie imperial stout with hemp-like flavors; Milk & Cookies imperial milk stout with golden raisins and vanilla; S’mores imperial stout with chocolate, vanilla, and cinnamon; and German Chocolate Cake imperial stout with chocolate and coconut. $13; Wicked Weed Brewing, 91 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC. wickedweedbrewing.com
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Made in the Upstate, Six & Twenty Distillery’s Carolina Cream is a crowd favorite. A blend of the distillery’s 5-grain whiskey with natural cream, rum, and spices, Carolina Cream is great in coffee or poured over ice cream. $24; Six & Twenty Distillery, 3109 Hwy 153, Powdersville. sixandtwentydistillery.com
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ULTRA-PREMIUM EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
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Locally owned, Palmetto Olive Oil Co. features more than 70 varieties of the freshest ultra-premium extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars. Palmetto’s oils are sourced from around the world, while the balsamic vinegars are produced in Modena, Italy, where they are barrel-aged from 12 to 18 years. $12–$30; Palmetto Olive Oil Co., 2243 Augusta St, Greenville. palmettooliveoilco.com
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SMITHEY IRONWARE DUTCH OVEN
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Made in Charleston, Smithey Ironware’s 5.5-quart Dutch oven with its domed lid is designed to retain and redistribute moisture to your food throughout the cooking process. The kitchen workhorse features Smithey’s signature polished, non-stick interior. $350; The Cook’s Station, 515 Buncombe St, Greenville. thecooksstation.com N OVEM B ER 2020 I
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FRESSKO LAGOON FLASK (500ML)
C.O.R.E. GROW STRONG
Confidence, optimism, resilience, and energy are the four pillars of C.O.R.E., the fitness studio and fashion-forward athletic boutique that Currie Gossett opened a couple of years ago. Using a combination of Pilates, yoga, plyometrics, and body weight exercises, C.O.R.E. promotes a healthy lifestyle through mindful movement and a plant-based market.
2 W Washington St, Greenville. coregrowstrong.com
FRESSKO BAMBOO TRIP FLASK (450ML)
ANDI GO INK CAMO CROSS-BODY BAG LOLË GLOW YOGA MAT
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YELLOW GOLD HOOP EARRINGS WITH DIAMOND STAR DROPS
There’s no better time than the holidays to show off these stunning yellow gold hoops with sparkling removable diamond stars, which were individually designed by Doves by Doron Paloma to be a one-of-a-kind treasure. $3,750; Hale’s Jewelers, 532 Haywood Rd, Greenville. halesjewelers.com
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LOVELY (HORSE PAINTING)
An original painting (4ft x 4ft) by local artist Cindy Roddey, this evocative image of a horse will add grace and beauty to any home. $1,850; Cindy Roddey Fine Arts, 10 Central Ave, Greenville. 10centralave.com/cindy-roddey
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LEOPARD SNEAKERS
Kick up your heels in Dolce Vita’s cool white and black embossed leopard sneakers. Leopard accents and an adjustable zipper take these high-tops to the next level. $143; Muse Shoe Studio, 2222 Augusta St, Greenville. museshoestudio.com
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HAND-PAINTED OYSTER SHELL
Hand-painted by Mélange Studio founder Paula McCallum, these oyster shells are available in multiple patterns. Each back and interior rim is lined with gold, and every piece is sealed with a protective clear coat. $48; Mélange Arts Studio & Gallery, 1607 Laurens Rd, Ste 109, Greenville. melangearts.com
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BILTMORE WINERY 35TH ANNIVERSARY CHARDONNAY
Handcrafted from grapes grown in Biltmore’s own vineyard, this special Chardonnay celebrates the winery’s 35th anniversary. This barrel-fermented and barrel-aged wine is soft and smooth, with a subtle acidity. $35; Biltmore Wines, on Biltmore Estate, One Lodge St, Asheville, NC. biltmorewines.com
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ABACUS CUFFLINKS
Showing off a design inspired by the abacus, these square tuxedo studs add fun to formal wear with their freely moving 14-karat gold and black hematite beads. $300 (set of 2); MAKE MADE Jewelry, 241 N Main St, Ste C, Greenville. makemadejewelry.com
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GVL BRACELET
Handmade by designer and owner Donna Adams, this bangle-style hook bracelet is crafted of .925 sterling silver, and $25 from every purchase goes to local charities. $186; Wild Ice Jewelry, Greenville. wildicejewelry.com
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COPPER TUBE FEEDER RECYCLED GLASS HUMMINGBIRD FEEDER WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED
From bird baths to bird seed, if it’s related to our feathered friends, you’ll find it at the Greenville satellite of the country’s largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores. Stop by Wild Birds Unlimited to stock up on avian supplies and get expert advice on how to turn your backyard into a bird-watcher’s paradise. 626 Congaree Rd, Greenville. greenville.wbu.com *Feeder stands are props only.
ECOTOUGH® CLASSIC FEEDER THE DECORATIVE FUNCTIONAL FEEDER
RECYCLED GAZEBO FEEDER
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AMBER ORANGE SOY CANDLE
A blend of essential oils create a warm, comforting aroma when you light this hand-poured soy candle in your home. The soy is so pure that you can wash and use the glass container for drinking after the candle is gone. $22; Nourish Natural Bath Products, 103 N Main St, Greenville. nourishsavannah.com
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MONSIEUR CRUCHOT PITCHER SET
Get inspired by a comic character from French film, whimsical Monsieur Cruchot pitchers by Louis de Limburg for Serax are bound to spark smiles around your table. Available in white or taupe, these ceramic carafes are not limited to serving beverages; this gentleman also graciously assumes the role of a watering can or a flower vase. $107 (set of 2); DZN Home, 23 Falls Park Dr, Greenville. dznstudio.com
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MAKING PORCHES BRIGHT
Make your front door festive this holiday season with this personalized doormat by Board and Brush. The Merry and Bright design comes in three sizes and is the perfect way to greet your guests. Buy it pre-made or make it yourself in a DIY doormat workshop at the studio. $50, pre-made; $40, workshop. Board and Brush, 1411 Laurens Rd, Greenville. boardandbrush.com/greenville
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CLASSIC ANKLE SOCKS (COLOR: BRICK)
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Available in men’s and women’s sizes, Kentwool’s new F/W 2020 Limited Edition Collection of merino wool ankle socks are not only super-soft, but durable and unmatched in comfort. $20; Kentwool Performance Apparel, 135 S Main St, Ste 800, Greenville. kentwool.com
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BIG GREEN EGG
The Big Green Egg cooks everything from appetizers to desserts. The natural hardwood charcoal heats up quickly, and the stainless-steel cooking grid allows easy clean-up. Free assembly and delivery. Duncan’s Hardware, 1506 Augusta St, Greenville. acehardware. com/store-details/05932
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TRAEGER PRO SERIES 575 WOOD PELLET GRILL
The Cadillac of wood-pellet grills, the versatile Traeger Pro Series burns hardwood pellets to impart a smoky, wood-fired flavor to all your meats. Grilling on the new Pro 575 is as easy as using an oven, and the WiFIRE-enabled controller allows you to monitor and adjust the temperature remotely via the Traeger App. $799; Jeff Lynch Appliance and TV Center, 17 Roper Mountain Rd, Greenville. jefflynch.com
“WE MAKE A LIVING BY WHAT WE GET, BUT WE MAKE A LIFE BY WHAT WE GIVE.”
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THE LANDMARK PROJECT
Spawned from a one-man print shop that artist and owner Matt Moreau set up in his spare room in 2007, The Landmark brand commemorates America’s great outdoor places. The popularity of the team’s first state park tees spurred them to expand the line, and in honor of the 2016 centennial of the National Park Service, they began including designs of parks from all over the U.S. Today, working toward their goal of replacing the entire garment line with sustainable fabrics by the end of 2021, The Landmark Project produces tees, hats, mugs, and more.
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“THREE THINGS TO REMEMBER ABOUT SHOPPING ARE LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION.”
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SCRIPTURE BANGLES
An inspirational gift, these lovely bracelets by Bangles from Heaven are engraved with a variety of scriptures or motivational sayings on the outside and the verse reference on the inside. Available in sterling silver or fine silverplate. $45-$95; Julie’s Jewels and Gifts, 301 Haywood Rd Suite 3, Greenville. juliesjewelsandgifts.com
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LABRADORITE PEBBLE NECKLACE WITH STERLING TENDRIL CLASP
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Featuring individually shaped labradorite beads that shimmer with blue hues as they catch the light, this unique necklace is sure to be a standout in your jewelry wardrobe. It is secured with a one-ofa-kind solid sterling-silver toggle clasp that is cast from a wild grapevine. $1,200; Tanya Stiegler Designs, 111 Henry St, Greenville. tanyastieglerdesigns.com
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POLLYANA CONTE WATERCOLOR
This original watercolor of the Liberty Bridge by Brazil-born artist Pollyana Conte will brighten up a desk, table, or even your Christmas tree. The painting comes in three sizes (1-, 2-, and 3-inch squares), with a brass frame and its own stand. $20 (1-inch); $30 (2-inch); $40 (3-inch); Mélange Arts Studio & Gallery, 1607 Laurens Rd, Ste 109, Greenville. melangearts.com
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ESSEUTESSE FRINGE RUNNER
These handmade Italian leather shoes perfectly combine comfort and style. Crafted with love, each pair becomes more comfortable the more you wear them. The lightweight sole and arch-support insert ensure you can go for miles while looking chic. $380; Monkee’s of the West End, 103 Augusta St, Ste A, Greenville. monkeesofthewestend.com
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RECYCLED SKATEBOARD HOOPS
These lightweight, eco-friendly hoops are handmade from recycled skateboards in Portland, Oregon. Wear them with the bold side out, or the natural side out, for two different looks. $48; Custard Boutique 718 S Main St, Greenville. custardboutique.com
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780 BED SWING
The design of this sturdy porch swing invites relaxation. Arm rests are intentionally made just wide enough for a coffee cup in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening. Deck it out with the twin-cushion package, which comes with a Sunbrella fabric-covered twin-bedsized cushion and four Sunbrella pillows. $2,500; Twenty Eight Eleven, LLC, Greenville. twentyeighteleven.com
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