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DEPARTMENTS 17 | INTERVIEW Christmas Craftiness Building Christmas cheer with décor expert John Mark Sharpe
22 | FOOD Made in the Delta Larrys Tamales brings the taste of authentic Delta tamales to the Mid-South
30 | CAUSES Cheerful Giving These DeSoto County charitable organizations pave the way for more families and children to enjoy a happy, healthy holiday season
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62 | DRINKS Grapefruit-Rosemary Mule This seasonal mule recipe is easily multiplied for a crowd and looks quite fetching in a punch bowl with a few floating rosemary sprigs
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Eat, Buy, Love The holidays are wonderfully weird. Consider a world where all 12 months of the year are December. Your first thoughts probably lurch to some Bill Murray-esque nightmare scenario, or possibly the plot of a bad Hallmark movie. All that heavy food, all that reckless spending, all year round. Sounds terrible, right? If those are indeed your first thoughts, dear reader, then I urge you to reevaluate the reason for the season. The holidays are a time for giving, loving and celebrating. Three-hundred and sixty five days of that doesn’t sound so bad, right? This month’s issue of Click brings a new twist to a lot of your old holiday traditions, from fashion to décor, food and more. Our cover feature, Bluff City Lights, brings together a few longtime Click contributors and a couple of new faces to show off some seasonal style and share a bit of personal history. Read the stories of Alexandra Nicole, Megan Pipm, Mary Conley and Collins Tuohy Smith on page50. Did you know that tamales are considered a Christmas food in some parts of the country? There’s nothing quite like a hot tamale from the Delta, especially one from Larry Turner. Check out the story behind this low-key local gem on page 22. And if you’re still scrambling for some unique gift ideas, check out our all-local selection on page 58. So from all of us to all of you and yours: Have a great whatever-you-celebrate and we'll see you in 2018!
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Tess Catlett A Southaven native and recent graduate of University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri, Catlett is a former intern for Click. An avid and tenacious writer, Catlett has been featured in various publications including Vox Magazine, The Columbia Missourian and The DeSoto TimesTribune. When not writing, Catlett enjoys binge watching underrated TV dramas.
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This month's fashion feature was styled by fashion blogger, mother and NBA wife, Mary Conley. Conley, a frequent Click contributor, is known for her effortless outfit ensembles and knack for picking the perfect pattern to accentuate any outfit. Conley's story and three others can be seen in this month's cover feature "Bluff City Lights" on page 50.
John Klyce is a senior at the University of Memphis studying Journalism, French and English. In addition to writing for Click, he has also worked for the the Daily Helmsman as a Feature Writer and currently contributes to them as a guest columnist. Born and raised in Memphis, Klyce has also trained as a classical pianist and worked as an actor. Last year, he appeared in an episode of the CMT series Sun Records as a young Johnny Cash's friend Louie.
Sarah Vaughan Olive Branch native Sarah Vaughan has written for more than a dozen publications in and around Mississippi. Sarah is a graduate of the Meek School of Journalism and New Media at Ole Miss and enjoys working as a freelance writer and graphic designer. When she’s not reading cozy English mysteries or trying out a new recipe, she’s probably repairing or rebuilding the most recent demolition of her two beagles, Amos and Annie, and tabby cat, Arlo.
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Christmas Craftiness Building Christmas cheer with décor expert John Mark Sharpe INTERVIEW BY CASEY HILDER
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Visions of sugarplums dance through the holly-jolly home of the Sharpe family. Under the watchful eye of holiday home decorator and floral expert John Mark Sharpe, the holiday season’s presence sweeps through the Atoka, Tennessee, home from floor to ceiling. With his knack for unique arrangements and countless handcrafted Christmas creations at the ready, Sharpe’s keen eye is as sought-after as any must-have Christmas gift this season. Click Magazine: How did you get your start doing holiday home décor? John Mark Sharpe: I got started decorating with grandmother in Sardis, Mississippi; I was probably in middle school at the time. We used to help out a lot with decorating the Heflin House, which is kind of an old Antebellum-style event hall and museum. We would do a different theme every year and it was always a real classic look. My grandparents were always good at giving me a lot of creative freedom and he was willing to hang anything I needed hung. In high school, decorating homes became one of my four “businesses” alongside heat pressing T-shirts, selling candy and peddling fire extinguishers doorto-door. CM: How many clients do you see annually? JMS: For the Christmas season, I decorate for about 50 clients. CM: What is the process like? JMS: I usually ask people what they have, talk about some memories and look at any pictures of previous Christmases if they have any. A lot of the time I like to use a combination of existing things with some family history to it in addition to my own stuff like ribbons and some well-fitting tree decorations. My clients don’t have to touch the decorations at all if they don’t want to, and that can add a little mystique to it. It’s like an elf came and set the whole thing up while they were away. CM: How long does this take?
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JMS: A nine foot tree takes about an hour. Doorways can be 45 minutes to an hour. CM: What is something iconic to your own design? JMS: Ribbons, bows. I love to use these a lot anywhere and everywhere. I like things to be full, but with a good sense of airiness to it. For example, you can see this in a tree by adding just a few random sprigs coming up in spots throughout the arrangement. CM: What’s one recent design trend that you love? JMS: I love working with this really nice dusty blue color that’s been popping up recently. It mixes really well alongside silver and gold if you’re going for more of a formal overall look. And of course I’m into the more “found” elements that add a kind of rustic look to things. Stuff like sticks and ornaments that might be a little more rough around the edges can be great for a less formal setting. CMS: How do you approach decorating the entryway of a house?
JMS: You want to take note of a few things; mainly how far from the road the house is: Anything that’s further back tends to look better with bright colors and some more oversized elements that can easily be seen from the road. If you’re closer to the road, you can get away with using a little bit less
material and packing some more fine details in there with some greenery and really pretty ribbons. Another thing to consider is the lighting. Take note of any light fixtures around the front of the house and consider decorating the fixtures. Finally, there’s the door. The grander the door is, the grander the garland should be. CM: How do you approach decorating the interior of a house? JMS: One of my goals when I decorate a house is to make sure you can still get around just as easily around Christmastime. Nobody likes having a bunch of stuff in the way. Determining where a tree should go is important. Ideally, you want it to be seen as soon as you walk into a room. A corner or in front of a window is often the best place. Functional and pretty is what we like. CM: When do you put your decorations up? JMS: I usually start decorating the first house of the season on October 31. CM: What about wreaths? JMS: When I decorate a wreath, I start with a ribbon first and then go from there. The ribbon and bow design usually. Anything that you can add in there to give it some more dimension and life, the better. Pine and cedar branches, ornaments. Flocked branches with a little fake snow can really give a nice look, too. CM: Do you prefer a natural or artificial tree? JMS: I could go with either one. The tree is just a bas and you won’t be able to recognize much by the time it’s covered in ornaments. CM: What kind of flowers do you like to use? JMS: Magnolia leaves, pine needles, blue spruce and really any kind of fresh greenery that’s around this time of year. White roses, amaryllis, hydrangeas and all kinds of fresh berries can give that kind of classic look. John Mark Sharpe’s work can be seen at the Truffle Pig in Germantown, Sheffield’s Antique Mall in Collierville, Southern Vintage Company in Bartlett and facebook.com/
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Made in the Delta Larrys Tamales brings the taste of authentic Delta tamales to the Mid-South STORY JOHN KLYCE & PHOTOS BY CASEY HILDER
The walls of the inside are red and mostly bare. A Coca-Cola clock hangs on one side, and behind the counter are black bricks that form what looks like a chimney. But other than that the room is aesthetically empty. The tables have ketchup, salt, pepper, hot sauce and the usual condiments but nothing else, and the restrooms are fairly close to the dining area. It’s more of a joint than a restaurant, and though its primary purpose is to serve food, there’s not a menu to be found. Simple would almost be understating it. But then again, grandiosity was never the point of Larrys Hot Tamales. Wayne Tapp, a customer, opens the door, dawdles in and places his order, cane in hand. Then he takes his seat. Soon the food is whisked through the kitchen doors and brought to him in styrofoam, which at most places is reserved for to-go items. But Tapp isn’t bothered. He’s here three to four times a week, and he knows exactly what’s in store. Unwrapping his first tamale at a relaxed but excited pace, he digs in, his mouth meeting the zesty masa and seasoned ground beef. His appetite met, his hollow look becomes a satisfied one. For what the building lacks in décor, the food more than makes up for with taste. “It’s just the quality,” Tapp says. “The quality and the presentation. They’re gourmet tamales.” Since its Memphis grand opening in October, Larrys Hot Tamales has provided a new set of foodies with what many have considered the
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LARRY TURNER
city to be lacking: an authentic, and quality Mississippi Delta-style tamale. Formerly located in Clarksdale, Mississippi, and known as Larry’s Hot Tamales, owner Larry Turner has since moved the restaurant to the mid-south, gained Larry Hall as a coowner, and dropped the apostrophe from the place’s name. Turner made the location switch for business reasons, and so far, the change has been successful. “It’s going great,” Turner said. “We’ve been received very well, and it’s just getting better by the day. I’ve always liked Memphis.” Turner has an admiration for the city, and he was glad to introduce Memphians to his tamales, a food he’s been making for the past 50 years. “I used to help a friend back in the late sixties make tamales,” he said. “He made them four or five times a year for the neighborhood, and he would allow one of his daughters and myself to help him make them. And I was okay with that because that means the process went quicker and we could eat them quicker.” Turner developed a love for tamales during this time, and he decided it wouldn’t be a bad business to get into later on in life. After he retired from the military in 1994 he sold Tamales from his mother’s restaurant, worked for several others, and eventually opened his Clarksdale place in 2012. Then, this year, he made the move to Memphis. Of course, Turner didn’t create the Mississippi Delta tamale, rather just putting his own spin on it. This Southern dish spans many decades, crossing and mixing cultures. The Mississippi Delta style tamale is different from the traditional Mexican tamale in many ways., namely its use of ground beef instead of shredded meat. In addition, Mexican-style tamales are steamed over water, while the Delta tamale is cooked in a sauce. The list continues, and for the uninitiated, the differences are palpable.
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“I put a lot of love and care into what I do,” -Larry Turner
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The Southern Foodways Alliance has researched the origins of the Mississippi Delta Tamale, and after interviewing various tamale makers of the region, the group found several different possibilities for the origin of the meal. One commonly believed story says that, in the early 20th century, migrant workers from Mexico who worked in the cotton harvest ate tamales with African-American field hands, who then put their own spin on it. SFA historians have also noted, however, that it’s possible the Hispanic workers shared their recipes with Italian immigrants of the area, and that they in fact are responsible for the regionally famous tamale. Then of course, there’s the theory that it in fact was inspired by an inexpensive, seasoned African meal called cush. Regardless of where it came from, though, the tamale seems to have had humble origins. It wasn’t developed in grandiose kitchens, but instead in the fields, or on basic stoves. And this simplicity is something Turner has carried over into his restaurant today. It’s the tamales that matter. Not their surroundings. “I put a lot of love and care into what I do,” he says. “And I enjoy what I’m doing. I don’t get tired of making tamales.” Now finished with his meal, Wayne Tapp pulls himself up from his chair and prepares to leave. He drove 15 miles to get here, and now he’ll drive 15 miles back. But to him, it’s worth it. “I’ve had tamales everywhere,” he says. “I’m trying to get a Mississippi Delta tamale. It’s hard to do it in this town, but these are right up there with the best of them.”
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While the holidays are a source of excitement and joy for most people, they can be a source of sadness for those who don’t have the blessing of an affluent lifestyle. The reason for the season and the gift of hope can be difficult to embrace when one has empty stockings and an empty plates. In an effort to provide as many children as possible with the magical gift of Christmas, several charities throughout DeSoto County have programs to feed, clothe, and bring joy to underprivileged children in our cities.
DeSoto Grace DeSoto Grace is a nonprofit organization founded in 2012 whose mission is to support families in DeSoto County who are struggling financially, emotionally, relationally, and physically. This year they have a DeSoto Grace Angel Tree Program and food baskets for families in need of assistance at Christmas. Sponsors choose an ornament from the tree that includes the name and age of a child in need. Gifts, clothing, and other necessities are then provided for the child to unwrap during the holidays. For many children, these gifts are the only ones they’ll receive this Christmas. “We believe it is through positive and encouraging relationships that lives are touched and people become empowered to reach their potential,” says Director and Public Relations Coordinator Terri Sparkman. “We’ve developed programs that are designed to intentionally build relationships and extend assistance to struggling families.” DeSoto Grace also sponsors several programs that run throughout the year focused 30 DECEMBER 2017 | myclickmag.com
Family Resource Center Life can be scary for families in need. For those struggling financially, emotionally, or otherwise, providing basic necessities most Americans take for granted like food, housing, education, and a stable income can be difficult. The Family Resource Center seeks to help families and individuals in need by meeting a variety of those needs. Founded in Tupelo in 1994, the Family Resource Center’s mission is to provide quality educational and support services to residents of Mississippi in order to promote healthy families and communities. In addition to their Southaven office, a Hernando location recently opened on September 1 of this year. Presents under the tree may not be possible for parents struggling financially. The Family Resource Center provides various workforce development programs in the form of career counseling and resume services. Working with those seeking jobs to build their resume and cultivate interview skills has helped countless residents land successful job opportunities to help them support their families. For those wanting to join the workforce who don’t have anything to wear to an interview or a job, the center operates a professional clothes closet
at their Hernando location where anyone can take what they need at no cost. “We want them to get to a place of selfsufficiency and feeling good about themselves,” said McCafferty. “Those needs are different for every family. We look at the family as a whole, because if there’s any one part of that family that’s not working as well as it should be, any person in need, it can affect the whole system. We want to look at every person and every aspect of that system to get them to the place where they can be successful.” In addition to workforce readiness, the center also works with local organizations to educate Mississippi’s youth on the importance of education, self-care, and other important topics. They recently sponsored a Bullying Awareness event for Desoto County in honor of Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. Community leaders including DeSoto County Sheriff Bill Rasco, Southaven Chief of Police Steve Pirtle, Olive Branch Mayor Scott Phillips Jr., Hernando Mayor Tom Ferguson and Horn Lake Mayor Allen Latimer, and others were on hand to meet with and speak to students about the impact of bullying.
Hunger2Hope For some DeSoto County children, three square meals a day is not a reality, and the holidays are no exception. Southaven Intermediate School teacher Beth Gardner and a few other volunteers recognized the need for aid in providing meals for these children, and in 2015, Hunger2Hope was created. “Being a teacher, I noticed that many children were coming to school hungry,” says Executive Coordinator Beth Gardner. “As a Title I school, it was obvious that any help that some of the parents could receive would be graciously accepted. We prayed that God would expand Hunger2Hope spiritually, numerically, influentially, and financially.
The Lord entrusted us with an average of 25 children to feed throughout the year. SouthPoint Church in Southaven walked along side us in the beginning phases of this ministry, purchased food for the backpacks, and housed our pantry.” In January 2016, SouthPoint Church added Hunger2Hope as a connection group so that their church family could be a part of the ministry. At that point, the organization took a pivotal turn, evolving into an organization whose mission is more than just feeding children.
encouragement, scripture, knock-knock jokes, or motivational quotes, along with an occasional gift to let them know that they are loved. “God blessed our pantry,” says Beth. “The Lord kept the shelves full by food drives within the schools of DeSoto County and organizations in the community. In 2016, through donations, we were also able to provide families with Christmas gifts, a potluck dinner night (which helped to foster deeper relationships with families), Easter baskets, six microwaves, living room furniture for a family who had none, and two refrigerators.” Since then, the number of children that Hunger2Hope is able to serve has exploded, and alongside the community, they have been able to expand into more schools in DeSoto County to serve the families and students who need a helping hand during tough times. Hunger2Hope exists to provide nutritional, emotional, and spiritual support to students whose families are facing hard times, during the holidays and throughout the year, in hopes of alleviating pressures for basic necessities. To learn more about Hunger2Hope, visit www. hunger2hope.com.
There are a variety of ways benefactors can support these organization this holiday season. Financial Support For these local nonprofits to continue to grow, it must have consistent financial support. This could be done as a one-time gift, or as an ongoing donation via our website. Host a Food Drive Food drives are easy to organize and are a great way to pull a company team, congregation, student body or any group together to make an impact in our community. “We feed children who qualify each weekend with food enough to provide for each meal that they are away from school to make sure that they are well fed,” says Beth. “We love them by connecting each child with an anonymous sponsor that encourages them by writing notes and by sending occasional ‘happies’ to remind them that they are loved by someone in the community that specifically prays for them. We also connect local businesses, organizations, and citizens to serve together for one purpose, to show love to our neighbors, the kind of Love that Christ shows to each of us.” Student sponsors commit to praying for them and encourage them with notes of
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The friendship of Alexandra Nicole, Megan Pipm, Mary Conley and Collins Tuohy Smith is one forged over a few core goals: supporting small businesses, beautifying the Mid-South - and, of course, blogging about it. Bluff City Lights is a joint effort formed by the fashionable foursome in an effort to build brand awareness and make a few new friends along the way through monthly collaborations on social media, stye suggestions and product giveaways. STORY & INTERVIEW BY CASEY HILDER | PHOTOS BY MADISON YEN
Mary: dress $29, The Sparrow, sweater $118, So Co Apparel, tan bracelet $34, black bracelets $17 each, So Co Apparel, earrings $14, Paisley Pineapple, boots $89, Paisley Pineapple, ring $12.50, clutch $22, Frank Collins: bodysuit $35, flannel $34, jeans $75, bag $65, So Co Apparel, shoes $110, necklace $33, ring $12.50 Frank, earrings $16, Paisley Pineapple
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Megan: dress $118, boots $88, clutch $148 So Co Apparel, vest $82, paisley pineapple, bracelet $22 Frank, ring $12.50 Frank, earrings $18 Sparrow Alex: Shirt $48, So Co Apparel, shoes $78, So Co Apparel, bracelet $68, So Co Apparel, pants $81, Frank, necklaces $32 (short), $60 (long) Frank, clutch $52, Paisley Pineapple
Mary Conley Click Stylist, NBA Wife livinglereve.com
What is Living LeReve? Living LeReve is my fashion blog that I started a little over two years ago. I am able to share my style tips and the occasional fitness or health tips too. You've successfully partnered with a few companies for your blog. What was this process like? Partnering with companies for blog posts can come about two ways. Either I reach out to them with my collaborative idea or I receive an email from the company themselves or sometimes their marketing rep. After we agree on the details for the post and the price we take action and I set up a date and time to shoot with the photographer of my choice. When working with a company they often have a say in some of the details in your post so you have to be prepared for that while staying true to yourself and your honest opinion. How did you meet the other three? The girls of Bluff City Lights have become such great friends of mine. I met Alex through work; she did the makeup of the models I styled for Memphis Fashion Week one year. We kept in touch and even collaborated together. I knew Collins a little through her dad and my husband and I hadn’t met Megan. Alex was the one who reached out to us about starting a blogging group and when the four of us sat down to brainstorm for the first time was when I met Megan. We all hit it off immediately and I can’t imagine my life without these girls in it. Do you ever help offer any style tips or outfit arrangements for your husband? I used to put all of my husband’s outfits together. I would even pack his suitcase when he traveled for work to make sure he was looking just as good on the road as he did at home. A few years ago he hired a stylist based out of LA who now puts all of his looks together but I am never shy to give my opinion on his outfit! It was convenient timing for my husband to hire his own stylist because we started a family and my career started to take off which wasn’t leaving me as much time to style him. What's one fashion trend you love? My favorite fashion trend of the moment is the unique hems that denim jeans are showcasing. There is the frayed look, step hem, undone hem, and more. The reason I am loving this trend is because I can easily update my old jeans by cutting the bottoms or undoing the hem. Favorite color? My favorite color to wear is olive green or any shade of gray. Favorite material? I love any material that has texture to it because it reads well but I love cashmere because it is just the softest thing to wear! The downside to cashmere is it’s dry clean only and the moths love it too. 52 DECEMBER 2017 | myclickmag.com
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Collins Tuohy Smith Co-Owner, Whimsy Cookie Company collinsclosets.com
What is Collins' Closets? Collins Closets started as an Instagram consignment store (@collinsclosets). I would sell (and still do) my new or gently used clothing and accessories; with 30 percent of proceeds going to the Making It Happen Foundation. After people kept asking me on my personal page (@collinstuohysmith) if stuff I had on would be on my consignment page soon. I realized people seemed to be interested in not only what I was doing, but what I was wearing. Especially what lipstick and mascara I used ha! This transitioned into blogging, then blogging into being an influencer, and so on, and so on. It's such an exciting time in the fashion tech industry. I can't wait to see what will come next. How would you define your personal style? I think my personal style is ever changing. Who I am, and how I was raised continues to have an impact on my overall style. I always like to add a touch of the south with cowboy boots, gingham, or pearls. My years of growing up a gym rat (doing gymnastics and cheerleading) keeps me in anything sporty; including my love for tennis shoes of all kinds. My mom and grandmother (who the word "extra" doesn't come close to describing their over the top style) are to blame for my love of anything sparkly!! How has your position as director of sales at Whimsy Cookie Company shaped the way you approach blogging? Being an Owner of Whimsy has been the most incredible learning experience of my life. I was forced to learn a lot about a little, and a little about a lot, at such a young age. It takes a village to get a small business started, and to keep it going. We are so grateful for everyone who has helped, and supported us along the way. This has probably been my most valuable lesson. If you don't know something don't be ashamed to ask for help. Because there really wasn't anything like Whimsy out there we didn't have anything to model it after. We sort of forged our own path, took some gambles, and made sure to stay true to our product. I have carried all of those experiences over into my blogging business. I am forever grateful for everything I have learned by being a part of Whimsy. It is truly a magical place, with magical cookies. If you had to choose an actress to portray you in your life story, who would it be? (besides Lily Collins!) Grace Kelly! I just love everything about her! Class to the max. What's one fashion trend you love? Power Suits! I love they they are making a comeback.
sweater $40, Paisley Pineapple, jeans $46, The Sparrow, shoes $135, Frank, hat $22, The Sparrow, rings $12.50 each, Frank, earrings $10 Paisley Pineapple, bag $198, Paisley Pineapple
What's one fashion trend you hate? No such thing. I think if someone is brave enough to break the mold, and start a trend, no matter what you think about it, that is one brave person, and I respect! (green, pink, red)
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Shopaholic, Lover of all things Pink pipmegan.com What is Pretty in Pink Megan? Pretty In Pink Megan was started as a blog back in 2008 when I first moved to Memphis. I was bored and didn't know anyone, so I decided to start a blog. I started out blogging about my daily life and my wedding planning and over the years it has evolved into a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog/instagram/ youtube, and brand. How would you define your personal style? I am definitely a mix of trendy, classic, and boho. You're originally from Kentucky. How has this shaped how you approach beauty, fashion and travel? I am from outside of Louisville, KY and grew up living in a small town but always keeping up with the latest fashions, trends, and pop culture. I was always interested in fashion and beauty and actually studied abroad in Paris during college where I got to see European fashion first hand and it really made me admire French style so I've always tried to incorporate a little piece of that in my style. What's something that surprises you about the local fashion scene? When I first moved here I was so surprised to see high fashion brands like Louboutin and Gucci at Joseph. I just love how the area keeps up with the big city fashion brands with stores like 20Twelve, Joseph, and Oak Hall. Favorite color? My favorite color really is pink. Favorite Material? I love suede! How did you meet the other three? I actually didn't really know that anyone else in Memphis had a fashion blog until last year when we all got together thanks to a mutual friend who suggested we all meet. We all got a long so great and have enjoyed doing collaborations with local businesses and brands. What is one thing that you absolutely can't leave the house without? My phone. I am seriously lost without it.
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What is City Chic Living? I am a mommy, entrepreneur, makeup artist, fashion stylist, and adventurer. I launched City Chic Living to share the fashion trends that I discover in my trips to market, new beauty tips that I pick up in my makeup trend update classes, my latest health and lifestyle challenges, interviews with fellow entrepreneurs, and mommy stuff! Just as this blog has empowered me to expand in my expertise, City Chic Living is for the modern woman who seeks to be empowered through fashion and makeup tips, health and lifestyle ideas, mommy topics and more. How would you define your personal style? I would say it is exactly the name of my blog! City Chic. Growing up in the burbs of Chicago and visiting the city on the weekends as a child, I am a city girl at heart. I love sleek borderline professional with a mix of leisure in my style. Skinny jeans, pumps, a white tee and a black blazer is my absolute favorite go to look. Black is my go-to color. I could never have enough. How did you meet the other three? A dear friend of mine that owns Sugarplum consignments suggested that I start a blogging group as there is nothing like it in Memphis. She gave me the names of some pretty terrific bloggers and I reached out! The four of us met at a Panera Bread and the rest is history. How has being a mother to two boys shaped your style choices? I never understood dressing for comfort before. "Beauty is pain� used to be my motto. Well, that phrase is for the birds! As an entrepreneur we find ourselves in the slower months on a budget, which means I am often found running around town with my three year old in one hand, a diaper bag on my back, purse and computer bag on each shoulder and a baby carrier in the other hand. I am all about comfort now. I have not let it compromise my style choices, as feeling good means that I am more productive and style makes me feel beautiful, I am just more selective in my style choices. Passing the comfort test is a must! myclickmag.com | SEPTEMBER 2017 55
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Oak River Purses $215, The Wooden Door This line of Southern-stitched fine leather handbags comes in several styles, including clutch and over-the-shoulder.
Drink Holder Phone Chargers $28, Side Alley Because there’s nothing worse than being thirsty and disconnected on gameday.
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$82, Paisley Pineapple The ever-popular Etta B Pottery line boasts a rustic and decorative sense of Christmas class.
$115, Wildbirds Unlimited This weight-detecting bird feeder is specially designed to block out pesky squirrels looking to steal seeds.
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Season's Greetings Creative and quirky inspiration for your DIY holiday wreath PHOTO BY CASEY HILDER WREATH DESIGN BY ASHLEY DOS
1. Ornaments glued to a styrofoam ring makes for a shiny glam wreath. 2. The standard: traditional wreath with embellishments attached. 3. White garland wrapped around a styrofoam wreath with a whimsical touch. 4. Burlap and ribbon on a wire wreath frame with rustic antler adornments. myclickmag.com | DECEMBER 2017 61
THE POUR GRAPEFRUIT-ROSEMARY MULE Recipe by Serena Wolf
This seasonal mule recipe is easily multiplied for a crowd and looks quite fetching in a punch bowl with a few floating rosemary sprigs -- just be sure to squeeze the grapefruit juice ahead of time. Yield: 1 Cocktail
INGREDIENTS: • 2 ounces vodka • 2 ounces freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice (Thatís about Ω a grapefruit.) • Ω ounce (1 tablespoon) fresh lime juice • 3 ounces chilled ginger beer • 1 sprig fresh rosemary • Sliced grapefruit (optional)
DIRECTIONS: Fill a tall glass with ice. Add the vodka, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and ginger beer, and stir to combine. Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary and grapefruit slices and serve.
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Mid-South Christmas Parades
Thursday, November 30, 6:30 p.m., 37th Annual Southaven Christmas Parade at SouthPoint Church
Santa Clause is coming to town! Gather family and friends, pack a picnic basket, and ease into the season with a good ol’ fashioned holiday parade. We hear the Big Man in Red may even make an appearance, so bring an extra mug of hot cocoa to share!
Saturday, December 2, 4 p.m., Memphis Holiday Parade at Beale Street
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Saturday, December 2, 2 p.m., 41st Annual Olive Branch Christmas Parade at Pigeon Roost and Goodman Roads
Monday, December 4, 6:30 p.m., 60th Annual Hernando Christmas Parade at Hernando Courthouse Square Saturday, December 9, 6 p.m., 9th annual Byhalia Christmas Parade at Town Hall