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Galentine’s Day
Any excuse for brunch (or champagne and cupcakes) with our soul sisters is welcome here, so we are thrilled to celebrate Galentine’s Day.
What’s Galentine’s Day? Galentine’s Day is a holiday where you gather your tribe and celebrate the bonds of sisterhood. As Parks and Recreation character Leslie, who created Galentine’s during a 2010 episode, states, “Ladies celebrating ladies… it’s like Lilith Fair, minus the angst… plus frittatas.”
16 Elegant Beach Wedding Ideas
Is anything as romantic as a walk on the beach, especially when that walk is to the altar to start your life with your soulmate?
We've compiled the ultimate list of sophisticated, breathtaking beach wedding ideas to ensure your big day is elegant and unforgettable.
Pop some champagne and fire up your Pinterest board, ladies, and let the wedding planning begin!
Grit & Grace Studio 2020 Recap
It has been a busy year at Grit & Grace Studio. We are taking a moment to reflect (and burn some sage) as we sail into this new year.
Today we're sharing our blessings, joys, and triumphs with you: we could not have achieved these victories without your continued love and support of our small business.
New Year's Resolutions: Setting Intentions for 2021
The beauty in every dawn is the opportunity to start anew, and we are so inspired as we set sail on this new year's journey.
We believe that a foundation of grit and gratitude allows us to approach life's ebbs and flows with an open heart.
We welcome you aboard our practice as we gaze into this beautiful new sunrise, set intentions for the new year, and rejoice in the adventures to come.
Walking with Grace: Jessica Rueger
Jessica Rueger is a self-mastery coach and wedding officiant based in Charleston. She helps her clients break existing patterns and harness their potential, and Jessica is a regular in our Flagship store, leading team-building exercises with our crew.
As we approach a new year, a refreshed perspective, and better, brighter days ahead, we’ve interviewed Jessica in the next installment of our Walking with Grace series.
A Look Inside the Studio: Our Year in Review
Y’all, what a year. What a year filled with trials and triumphs, constant twists and turns, and incredible, unbelievable blessings.
Our hearts are full of gratitude for our amazing crew, our loyal customers, and our lovely wholesale patrons.
We could not have navigated these waters without you. In our gratitude, we welcome you behind the scenes, into the studio, and our hearts in this blog post. Happy Holidays.
15 Amazing Christmas Gift Ideas For Him
It’s the most magical time of year, but between decking the halls, trimming the tree, and Christmas shopping, finding the right gift can feel like a daunting task. Men, in particular, can be notoriously hard to check off your Christmas shopping list, but never fear: the Grit & Grace elves are here with our master list of Christmas gift ideas for him!
Whether he’s on the naughty or nice list this year, he’s sure to love these awesome presents from local businesses. Read on for our favorite holiday gifts for men, Christmas gifts for husbands, and stocking stuffers for him.
Fabulous Secret Santa Gifts
Secret Santa parties are filled with laughter and cheer, but if the idea of gifting (or receiving) yet another pair of socks gives you resting Grinch face, never fear: we have plenty of gorgeous, desirable presents your loved ones will be excited to receive... and that won't break the bank.
Each of these gorgeous, affordable Secret Santa gifts under $30 is either handmade right here in our Charleston studio by our team of 15 artisans or lovingly crafted by a fellow small business.
12 Days of Christmas Shopping
The holiday season's hustle and bustle always seem to sneak up on us all, and we realize that a lengthy shopping list can leave you precious little time for trimming the tree and decking the halls with your loved ones.
To keep your spirits merry and bright, we've put together an epic 12 Days of Christmas post that's filled with one-stop shopping ideas for the twelve people you likely have on your list this year, along with a discount code!
Christmas Songs: Best Christmas Playlist Ever
If you hear singing wafting down the stairwell and out onto King Street, it’s probably coming from Grit & Grace. Music is one of our biggest sources of inspiration in the studio: it calms us, it motivates, and most of all, it brings us together.
As we move into the holidays this week, we've decided to share our epic Christmas playlist to bring us together and spread cheer.
Christmas Gifts for Her
We firmly believe the best part of the holidays is actually the gift-giving instead of receiving.
It’s easy to get your tinsel in a tangle while on the hunt for the perfect gift for the ladies in your life, so the Grit & Grace crew has compiled an incredible list of handcrafted gifts from some of our favorite small businesses.
Beautiful Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas
Thanksgiving is all about gathering loved ones for good conversation, counting your blessings, and a delicious meal at a beautifully set table - and sneaking into the kitchen to get the first crack at the leftovers, let’s be honest.
To help you set the scene for a beautiful holiday, we’ve put together a comprehensive list of our favorite Thanksgiving table decor ideas, ranging from easy Thanksgiving tablescapes to modern, coastal Thanksgiving inspiration.
Hostess Gifts for Thanksgiving
A pinch of gratitude and a dash of love are the secret ingredients for a memorable Thanksgiving.
We’ve cooked up a charming, elegant, and thoughtful list of hostess gifts for Thanksgiving sure to let your host know exactly how much they’re valued and loved this year.
Introducing the Mala Workshop
We are incredibly excited to share our newest endeavor with you all: the Mala Workshop.
Our best-selling Mala Necklaces are a team favorite because of their distinctive beauty, but also because we love the process of creating these intentional pieces.
The Mala Workshop centers around the meditative, intentional process of creating these works of art and the bonds of sisterhood and family. We look forward to you joining us!
Walking with Grace: Natalie Taylor
Bob Dylan once said, “The highest purpose of art is to inspire.”
This quote serves as a mantra for us and is a key part of the Grit & Grace manifesto. We are blessed to be surrounded by artists who inspire us daily, and Charleston artist Natalie Taylor is one of our great rays of sunshine.
Her ethereal murals and moving portraits are a mirror of the graceful and powerful woman behind the paintbrush. We are so honored to feature Natalie Taylor in today’s Walking with Grace interview.
Gratitude and Grace
Gratitude is an essential part of focusing our intentions at Grit & Grace Studio, and we have so much to be grateful for, both as a design house and as individuals.
As we open our hearts and prepare to share the Grit & Grace Mala Workshops with you, we want to offer up our gratitude and blessings for the rainbows and silver linings of 2020.
The Best Friendsgiving Ever
Friendsgiving is one of our favorite traditions at Grit & Grace: laughter with friends, buttery mashed potatoes, games, and pumpkin pie? Bring on those post-dinner sweatpants; we are here for this.
Whether you’re hosting a Friendsgiving in lieu of traveling home or participating in Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving (we salute you, and we will help you eat those leftovers), we’ve got you covered with a plethora of elegant, inspiring party ideas.
The World Is Your Oyster: Best Lowcountry Jewelry Pairings
While you transition to your fall wardrobe (with holiday festivities and Christmas shopping just around the corner), we’re sharing some of our staff mix and match pairings to keep you inspired and feeling yourself.
We’ve just added a plethora of beautiful, beloved new products, such as our Kiawah and Seabrook Earrings, the Ocean Earrings Collection, and the Odyssey Charm Bracelet, so there is plenty to choose from, whether you're curating your own look or getting a head start on all your holiday gift-giving.
We hope you enjoy our selections and find the pairing that best sings your song. After all, the world is your oyster!
Conscious Fashion: Fall Shopping Guide
Forget pumpkin spice: ‘tis the season for oyster roasts, y’all!
Fall historically meant the return of oyster season, and though we can now safely polish off our beloved oysters year-round, we still get a little giddy when September rolls around!
To celebrate the arrival of autumn, we’re highlighting 12 of our favorite fall looks from ethical brands, sustainable fashion companies, and conscious fashion designers.
American Business Women’s Day: Women Supporting Women
As we ride out the waves of 2020, we are so grateful for the community of strong women and female entrepreneurs that anchors us, inspires us, and guides us safely to port.
In recognition of American Business Women’s Day, we’re celebrating female entrepreneurs and women-owned small businesses that embody both grit and grace.