November/December 2020

Southern Lady

Celebrating All Things Southern

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Phyllis Hoffman DePiano EDITOR Lisa Frederick MANAGING EDITOR Marie Baxley ASSOCIATE EDITOR Ashley Shaw ASSISTANT EDITOR Elizabeth Bonner Czapski SENIOR COPY EDITOR Rhonda Lee Lother COPY EDITOR Adrienne Davis EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Holl
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Sincerely: Letter from Phyllis Hoffman
As always, Christmastime finds me grateful for the many blessings in my life, more than I could possibly name. But one feels especially close to my heart this time around: the blessing of family. What a year it has been, and there is such delight in
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From the Editor
We typically host Christmas Day at our house, and it’s always a wonderful blend of family time and traditions, from our handmade stockings filled with surprises to the sausage balls we nibble while opening gifts. But perhaps the best part comes at ev
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@southernladymag
Get a glimpse of the beautiful images our social media friends have shared with us, capturing their own inspiration from the pages of Southern Lady. Top row: Magnolia accents and subtle hues give @kelleynan’s tree a Southern twist. A pair of sparkly
Southern Lady3 min readCooking, Food & Wine
A Sweet Journey
Starting behind the wheel of a refurbished yellow school bus, Jael and Dan Rattigan have sown the seeds of cacao-bean bliss from Minnesota to Costa Rica to their most fruitful operation: French Broad Chocolate in Asheville, North Carolina. Their rest
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Artisanal Accents
They say there’s no place like home for the holidays, but after almost two decades in the interior design industry, Colleen Waguespack was struck by a surprising seasonal trend: nothing was made to last. “In looking for Christmas decorations that wer
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Peekaboo Surprise
Kindle the exuberance of drawing gifted goodies from full stockings by placing a petite version of this essential Yuletide frill at each place setting. Tuck printed menus into the hand-stitched accents and reveal the occasion’s tantalizing feast to c
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Simply Radiant
The exquisite elegance of Rosenthal-Continental’s White Velvet dinner plate offers a pristine backdrop for various wintertime schemes. Reminiscent of branches clothed in a glistening coat of snow, its subtle border accentuates the picturesque scene o
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Bountiful Blessing
As a symbol of prosperity and good fortune, pomegranates lend an air of graciousness to decorative arrangements fashioned this time of year, whether tucked into wreaths, set at individual place settings, or perched amid fresh flowers. A silver footed
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Evergreen Allure
Layered with modish accessories, Royal Worcester’s Holly Ribbons china takes on an updated appeal while alluding to Christmases past. Watercolor shades of green on the table linen play off luxe velvet chairs and create a painterly backdrop for shagre
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New Looks for Christmas China
Time-honored china patterns and a parade of resplendent tableware ring in this jubilant season, showcasing the perennial appeal of cheery favorites. Trimmed with a garland of holly, Lenox’s Holiday dinner plate takes on an elevated presence when pair
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Eye for Opulence
When Anita Rankin and her husband decided to downsize, the seasoned designer had no intention of parting with all the furnishings and fixtures she’s collected over the years. Instead, she dreamed up a house that let her scale back without sacrificing
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Resounding Joy
Swirls of light and glittering gold radiate celestial purity on a tabletop awaiting an extraordinary feast to extoll Christmastide for all who gather on the glorious day. The satin sheen of baubles lifts abundant white blooms enhanced by dinner plate
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Let it Glow
Gather in the heart of the home amid a glowing display of neutrals, natural greens, and golden hues. The subtle scheme earns interest not from traditional holiday colors, but instead from assorted embellishments that meld shapes and sizes, patterns a
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A Merry Exchange
As a celebration of camaraderie and keepsakes, close friends gather to share in the season’s tradition of giving and receiving. Whether brand-new or handpicked from the guests’ personal collections, holiday baubles wrapped with care make heartfelt gi
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Traditions Renewed
There’s a saying that the more things change, the more they stay the same. As I pulled my sparkly baubles and faux greenery out of storage and fluffed them up for this year’s celebration, that phrase kept going through my head. It’s important, especi
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Waterfront Wonderland
If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas in the South, try trading the idea of snow-covered scenes for sparkling sun-bleached shores. While December might not seem like the ideal time for a beach vacation, the charming town of Seaside, Florida, transf
Southern Lady6 min readCooking, Food & Wine
Swirls of Delight
MAKES 10 Dough: ¼ cup warm water (105° to 110°)1 (0.25-ounce) package active dry yeast3½ cups all-purpose flour¼ cup granulated sugar1½ teaspoons kosher salt¾ cup whole buttermilk1 large egg, lightly beaten6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Fill
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Resources
Styling by Sidney Bragiel. Photography by John O’Hagan. See Let it Glow. Page 25: Peace on Earth blue bauble stocking; Bauble Stockings. Wedgwood Lavender on Cream dinner plate and Noritake Monteleone salad plate; Replacements, Ltd. Page 31: Rosentha
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Gift From The Sea
MAKES 4 APPETIZER SERVINGS 2 pounds of fresh mussels, debearded1 tablespoon yellow cornmeal4 tablespoons unsalted butter1 cup finely diced yellow onion¼ cup sliced garlic1 (28-ounce) can whole plum tomatoes1 cup dry white wine1 teaspoon kosher salt1

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