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DRESS UP Meet your newest obsession!

Dress Up Charleston is located in the heart of King Street and will be your favorite go-to shop! Dress Up gets 65+ new, trendy arrivals EVERY single week! Best part? Everything is under $48!

Charleston kayak adventure

women’s meet up group Explore off-the-beaten-path kayaking trails once a month to different locations in S.C., including Sparkleberry Swamp, the ACE Basin and others!

MeetUp.com

320 King Street ShopDressUp.com

SIP, PAINT & GIGGLE WITH THE GIRLS! Paint a live male model.

Ticket price includes all materials, take-home canvas, artists instruction and male model.

Gather your girlfriends for a FUN time!

Wine and Design

Sexy Solstice Soirée Gather with other passionate women for an evening of connection, inspiration and purpose. Learn how to turn your dreams into action, enjoy champagne and snacks, and create your own flower crown! Goodie bags valued over $100 each.

West Ashley | Mt. Pleasant |Summerville WineAndDesign.com

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The Cedar Room, 701 E Bay Street | 843.790.3188 EmilyCassel.com/SisterhoodEvents

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IT’S SUMMERTIME IN CHARLESTON, when every day feels like a

vacation.

We’re updating our summer wardrobes (Hello, off-the-shoulder tops, rompers, shorts and sundresses.) and we’re (sunscreen, ball caps, waterproof tech accessories and insulated water bottles?

Check. Check. Check. And check!).

packing our beach bags

marking our calendars

We’re busy and making plans to go out with the girls (brunch, anyone?) take our families on an adventure, throw a backyard barbecue, celebrate our dads and make some time to treat ourselves.

We’re looking forward to date nights (and sunset views from a rooftop), exploring this city that we are so happy to call home, and soaking up all the vitamin sea we can get!

Sound high maintenance? We’re doing all the hard work now so we can a

low maintenance summer.

And, because we love you, we’re sharing all the things we’re doing, places we’re going and what we're wearing with you!

We put together The Girls’ Guide to Summer to be your companion to your best summer ever! It’s like boutique hotel’s having your best friend riding shotgun with the top down! It’s like having the concierge on speed dial.

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on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @skirtcharleston and sign up for our newsletter on www.skirt.com for upcoming events and insiders’ tips for making the most of your summer. Look out for SPECIAL GIVEAWAYS, featuring some of the hot items in our Girls’ Guide to Summer.

Stay tuned. We’ll be ANNOUNCING some skirt!-sponsored miss! Come see us! We would love to get to know you!

get-togethers soon that you won’t want to

You're invited. We’ll be at The Windjammer on Isle of Palms on June 24 when Nectar Sunglasses throws a summer launch party and everyone’s a VIP. Featuring lounge areas, DJs indoors and on the beach, games and speciality drinks. PBR and Channels sponsor. Free admission. 1 to 9 p.m.

Are you ready for your BEST SUMMER YET? It’s really all about having a seize-the-summer, go-with-the-flow, nothing-can-stand-in-my-way attitude.

So, put your hair up and your sunglasses on. Freshen up your pedi, and trade your heels for flip-flops.

It’s HEATING UP, and we’re See you there!

ready to get out.

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Fab cocktail and wine specials Rutledge cab co.

843.720.1440 RutledgeCabCo.com

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put the HAPPY in Happy Hour!

Hausful Drop into Hausful and up your cocktail game! Our glassware features double-walled construction that keeps hot drinks warmer and cold drinks cooler, all while preventing condensation on the glass and table top!

1890 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. | 843.203.6420 Hausful.com

PLENTY TO GET HAPPY ABOUT! Gather your girlfriends and host your own happy hour. Mix and mingle in a semiprivate setting, with no venue fee. Our cocktails are tops, and it’s a flexible, no-fuss set up, with one tab or separate. Cheers!

CANNON GREEN

103 Spring Street | 843.817.7311 CannonGreenCharleston.com

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citrine SWIM Designed with southeastern roots and Hawaiian influences.

Super soft fabrics, seamless fits, and inspired designs make the line perfect for beach lovers and poolgoers alike. The citrine stone carries the power of the sun, is warm and comforting, energizing and life-giving.

Available at Drift | Mt. Pleasant Channels | Downtown

CitrineSwim.com

LOVIN’ SUMMER BEACH TENTS Beach lovers rejoice, chic and simple sun protection is now a whole lot more stylish. Pick up yours today at GERMAIN DERMATOLOGY!

BEACH. SLEEP. REPEAT. Happiness comes in waves. Whether your perfect beach day is lounging in your chair or being out on the water, we’ve got you covered.

COOLA SUNSCREEN Healthy sunscreens people love to wear!

Protects, soothes and moisturizes.

Woodhouse Day Spa 725 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.

843.203.1772

612 Seacoast Pkwy | 843.881.4440 GermainDermatology.com

SHAKA SURF SCHOOL We offer private and group surf lessons, yoga classes, and weekend trips as well as surf and yoga adventures to various exotic surf destinations throughout the year.

We love Charleston-based Zags stylish and versatile sun wraps with SPF 50.

6th Street East, Folly Beach | 843.607.9911 ShakaSurfSchool.com skirt!magazine june/julyw2017

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YOUR GO-TO FLIP-FLOPS THIS SUMMER! UGG flip-flops available in many colors.

Woodhouse Day Spa

725 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.

843.203.1772

LIVE LIFE HEALTHY Healthy Human water bottles and cruiser tumblers in bold colors.

HealthyHumanLife.com

We like to keep our summer bag packed so we’re ready to go at a moment’s notice. Cute towel? Check. Hair tie? Check. Earbuds? Check.

Insulated water bottle? Check.The skirt! Summer Lovin’ issue? Check. Don’t forget the sunscreen!

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BEYOND THE WRIST ActionSleeve straps your Apple Watch to your upper arm or bicep, where it’s still fully viewable and controllable. With tighter skin contact, it can improve heart-rate monitoring.

TwelveSouth.com

the perfect mani-pedi Charleston’s first upscale and non-toxic nail and beauty studio!

Mylk Bar

920 Houston Northcutt Blvd.

843.388.5877 | Mylk.Bar.com

Complete Body Cycle Studio Beat the heat and ride before you brunch and beach! Enjoy boutique amenities, top Methodtrained coaches and child care. #itsmore #itsmethod @methodride

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Take time to slow down, breathe deep and treat yourself. Spend a day pampering yourself, take a fitness class, engage in some retail therapy, go for a long walk by yourself — do whatever it is that soothes your soul and restores your energy.

METHODRIDE 2700 Hwy 17 N 843.936.6408 MethodRide.com

HOLY CITY

KITEBOARDING Charleston’s leader in kiteboarding lessons for all skill levels.

Johns Island 843.900.4251 HolyCityKite.com

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metalworks One-of-a-kind, customized nautical chart and map jewelry and accessories made in Maine.

Wearable memories from your most treasured locations in the world handcrafted into heirloom jewelry.

207.221.6807 ChartMetalworks.com

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Sail Charleston Harbor on the PRIDE

HOME historic home

The Schooner Pride offers stunning sunset sails (and daytime sails) for a memorable ride on the harbor. Sit back and relax or help the crew hoist the sails.

We have something just for locals! Special offers on Charleston-area places to stay, play, eat and shop. Get to know the place you call home, and wow your friends and family when they come to visit. Visit our website to get the inside scoop!

Aquarium Wharf | 843.722.1112 | SchoonerPride.com

CHSLocals.com

Girls Getaway Drayton Hall An American Icon 3380 Ashley River Road | 843.769.2600 | DraytonHall.org 36

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Freshfields Village is the perfect destination for a road trip or weekend getaway with the girls! Enjoy unique shopping, relaxing spas and local restaurants in Lowcountry, high style.

165 Village Green Lane, Kiawah Island l 843.768.6491 FreshfieldsVillage.com

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PELICAN’S SNOBALLS

HOLY SPOKES

Fluffy snow, over 100 flavors and a great family atmosphere! Pelican’s is the hot spot to cool you down.

Different pricing plans

West Ashley | Mt. Pleasant

250 bikes across the historic downtown peninsula.

27 corral locations

PelicansSnoballs.com

CharlestonBikeShare.com

Your answer to what are we doing today: The summer is all about discovering adventures that are fun for the whole family. Don’t worry, we did the hard part for you. All you have to do is show up and have a good time!

CLIMB, ZIP & PLAY IN THE TREES CLOSE TO HOME JUST 5 MILES NORTH OF Adventures MT. PLEASANT! Charleston Zipline 1152 Guerins Bridge Rd. Awendaw, SC | 843.928.3ZIP

CharlestonZiplineAdventures.com

Frugal Fun for $5 (or less) There are over 20 affordable ways to enjoy your Charleston County Parks this summer for $5 or less per person. Create lasting memories and fun without spending a lot of money.

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KOOL SPLASH WATER SLIDE leisure depot

8250 Dorchester Road, N. Charleston 843.552.7272

ShopLeisureDepot.com

create your own backyard retreat We specialize in outdoor furniture and accessories offering a wide variety of outdoor/indoor options for your home.

Locally owned and operated.

backyard retreats, inc

554 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. | 843.856.0049 BackyardRetreatsSC.com

UNIQUE DRINKWARE Enjoy your favorite beverage in these beautifully crafted rocks and stemware glasses, with the map of our great city Charleston.

Custom Carolina Hanging Beds Showroom located at BLU Cotton 1890 Sam Rittenberg Suite 214 843.212.3873 | CarolinaHangingBeds.com

Blu cotton

1890 Sam Rittenberg Suite 214 843.212.3873

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M. Dumas & Sons Smathers & Branson needlepoint belt Available in sizes 32-42

294 King Street | 843.723.8603 MDumasandSons.com

Unleash Your Backyard Gourmet!

This month, we recognize the men in our lives who support our work and passions, gently guide us when we don’t make the best decisions, challenge us to be our best selves, treat us with respect, and love us unconditionally. As our way of saying thank you, we rounded up some of the best gift ideas for dads or any special man in your life.

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We have the most Egg-stensive line of Eggcessories in stock and ready to use.

leisure depot

8250 Dorchester Road, N. Charleston 843.552.7272

ShopLeisureDepot.com

BaRrelli Barber Shaves, haircuts, waxing, hair color, beard and neck trims, facials, shoe shines and the most sought after men’s grooming products.

Cigar Factory | 701 East Bay Street | 843.414.7457 BarrelliBarber.com skirt!magazine june/julyw2017

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Channels of Charleston A lifestyle boutique offering the hottest summer must-have’s for the coolest Charleston cats! A family atmosphere with exceptional customer service and fine quality goods.

507 12 King Street | 843.297.4036 TheChannelsOfCharleston.com

Nectar Sunnies NectarSunglasses.com

Wrap yourself in Southern Charm Whether you are relaxing on Folly Beach or headed to the pool, this Charleston - themed towel is a must-have for this summer. Stop by today and get yours.

Jeffrey Bannon Ltd. 903-A St. Andrews Blvd. | 843.414.7170 | JeffreyBannon.com

sea bags Imbibed with salty breezes and handcrafted in Maine from recycled sails, the Ogunquit Tote is the ultimate beach bag.

Features a sand escaping grommet hole and 5 versatile pockets.

1.888.210.4244 | SeaBags.com

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Make a statement Made from the finest Italian materials and designed with the utmost modern sensibility, Fairchild Baldwin’s necklaces are innately chic. Completing every outfit with a polished look.

Pick one up at GERMAIN DERMATOLOGY today!

612 Seacoast Pkwy | 843.881.4440 GermainDermatology.com

Sea you Soon.

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