How'd She Do That?

In today's episode, we launch our Thanksgiving Series! Our Friday episodes throughout the month of November in our Thanksgiving Series are brought to you by Southern Baked Pie Company. Enjoy 4 additional episodes this month with special guests discussing all things cooking, hosting, baking, and the joy of Thanksgiving! We hope this series allows listeners to focus on what it is they're grateful for in their own lives, recall special holiday memories with loved ones, and perhaps inspire them to try something new in the kitchen this year!  Founded in Gainesville, Georgia, Southern Baked Pie Company was launched by University of Georgia graduate and creative entrepreneur, Amanda Wilbanks. With family recipes, Southern charm, and an all-butter pie dough that melts in your mouth, Amanda and her team of bakers create gourmet sweet and savory pies for all of life’s special occasions and celebrations. You can order your own pie and a couple for clients, friends, and family too! Your pie will arrive beautifully packaged and bring joy to all who receive it this holiday season. Visit them on Instagram @southernbakedpie or www.southernbakedpie.com to order. Text HSDT to 714.942.2402 for a sweet discount code! This is an episode you'll likely want to share with a friend!

Today's guests, Cecil and Lou founders Ashley and Blythe McCain, deliver the finest quality of children's clothing at an affordable price! Cecil and Lou specialize in hand smocked dresses, bubbles, jon-jons, swimsuits, and other accessories for the little ones in your life. Cecil and Lou captures the tradition of classic children’s clothing while also adding a modern touch. Ashley and Blythe are lifelong friends and sister-in-laws, who even share the same birthday, but what they have in common doesn’t stop there. They are wives and mothers who are deeply involved in their community, and proud business owners of Cecil and Lou! Ashley is a Texas Tech Marketing graduate, and Blythe graduated from Texas Christian University with a degree in Communications, so together, they make a wonderful team! After becoming mothers, they quickly realized how much they loved outfitting their children in classic southern clothing, and in 2011, they saw an opportunity to work, but still be home with their kids by starting a children’s clothing company.  Keeping the theme of their new venture in mind, they named the business Cecil and Lou — inspired by their children! We know listeners will enjoy hearing more about this popular business! Be sure to share today's episode with a friend!

On today's episode of HSDT, our host welcomes Kimberly Borges-Rowe & Miriam McDonald the Founders of PWR WMN onto the show. PWR WMN was created by these two best friends who wanted a simple thing: pockets in our blazers. Kim and Miriam grew tired of never having the tools they needed to be 100% ready for business at all times because they never had the pockets for those tools.  The ladies wanted clothes that helped them portray themselves as the Power Women they are, but also help them close deals, so they created PWR WMN. Their clothes don’t hide femininity, they highlight the strength our femininity brings to the table, and the extra pockets don’t hurt either!  No matter if it's a meeting, a lunch, or a business trip: PWR WMN is here to take charge, take ownership of the tools we need to succeed, and take command of the future. A future that's female. With equality and functional pockets for all.

Today's guests Grey and Page Hall are sisters who set out to make the classic silk scarf current! Listeners will enjoy hearing about the sisters travels, experience in product development, and so much more in today's episode. Their grandmother hand-painted silk ties in her heyday. Upon hearing their mom share these stories Grey began to think, 'why couldn’t I use the current technology to produce the same custom feel for silk scarves, while also solving a gap in fashion?' Grey is the talented watercolorist behind the brand, while Page is the Product Development visionary. The quality is at parity with Hermes, but where the ladies breakaway is through the design of storytelling on silk.  Each scarf is packed with intentional design decisions that build upon each other.  Creating a unique scene on silk while integrating print and pattern techniques for a holistic composition.  This is Grey's personal criteria during the creative process.  Each element is hand-painted in watercolors for 100% authentic originality.  Their watercolor storytelling on silk and paper is inspired by travel, nature, the garden, and imagination. We know listeners will enjoy today's episode! It is likely one you'll want to share with a friend!

Listeners will love today's episode with Amanda Jones Vaughan, Director of Business Development at Over The Moon!  Upon graduating from Duke University, after a successful collegiate lacrosse career, Amanda stepped into fashion and hasn't looked back. From working at classic American brands like Coach and J. Crew, listeners will see a theme of style throughout Amanda's years as a young professional. She was also VIP client relations manager at Net-A-Porter which called for a lot of autonomy, taking strategic risks, and wearing multiple hats, all while aiming to provide a best-in-class, high-touch experience for clients, brand partners, and the target audience as a whole.  More recently, Amanda has taken on the role of Director of Business Development for one of our favorite wedding and lifestyle sites, Over The Moon. She works with style, innovation, and excitement as OTM continues to grow.  Amanda has been featured in Glimpse Guides, Frances Hart, Vogue, Dora Marr, and The Avenue, to name a few! She's our leading lady and will continue to be in her personal life as she and her family (which includes her husband, Kevin, and son, JJ) welcome twins later this year! Be sure to share today's episode with a friend!

"Thank you all for letting me into your lives and for the kind feedback you share with me daily! I can't wait to continue to see where HSDT takes us and I have YOU to thank for every moment! Let's do this!" - Sincerely, Emily xoxx

Today's guest Christina Dandar is the founder of The Potted Boxwood. To Christina, a potted boxwood by the front door, or anywhere in the landscape, is a fairly certain declaration that what is inside is something worth seeing. While it might be true that it is what’s inside that counts, potted boxwoods have the subtle ability to let you know it’s worth opening the door. As a child, Christina was always stealing copies of her mother’s subscription to stylish magazines and she has had an appreciation for tasteful and timeless design since. She believes in buying what you love and making it all work together. Her hope is that her blog would be a useful tool in inspiring design, creating ideas, and showcasing the tremendous talent that exists in the world of interiors. From pretty packaging to stylish events to lush landscapes, chic design is truly everywhere. You'll love hearing the story behind Christina's popular home tours, how she grew on social media, and what's next for her in today's conversation! Be sure to share this episode with your design-loving friends!

Today's guest Sara Rossi is the Owner and Founder of Beau & Ro. This New England-bred designer started Beau & Ro while living in New York City and has since expanded into an all-encompassing line that includes dresses, handbags, jewelry, and more. The Beau & Ro team takes great pride in American craftsmanship, but also produces seasonal designs from artisans and craftsmen around the world to create a dynamic collection. Be sure to check out her store in Charleston, South Carolina. Sara and her team recently announced the launch of Olive Workshop, a boutique apparel manufacturer and exporter based in Gurgaon, India. Olive Workshop was co-founded by American designer Sara Rossi and Delhi native Sidd Chaudhary. In India, Sidd helped Sara streamline her apparel production by opening up lines of communication, improving trust, and providing much-needed transparency in the supply chain. Sara realized there was an opportunity to take these new processes in-house and create a factory that does things differently, allowing her to control the lifecycle of a dress from the very first stitch to the final transaction with the consumer. We know guests will enjoy getting to know Sara today. Be sure to share this episode with a friend!

Today's guest, Grace Atwood is the founder + voice behind The Stripe. Grace is currently based in Charleston, South Carolina after 15 years in Manhattan and Brooklyn. She grew up on Cape Cod, which she credits for her love of the ocean (and probably a nautical stripe or two). The blog began in January of 2010 (originally Stripes & Sequins), born out of a love of fashion, beauty, and making. Prior to running this site full-time, Grace was the director of social media for BaubleBar. Before that, she worked in marketing for Procter & Gamble and Coty. She has spoken about social media and blogging at panels for Internet Week, ShopStyle, General Assembly, and IFB. She’s been featured in Glamour, The Coveteur, StyleWatch, Apartment Therapy, and more. In 2019 she was named one of The Daily Front Row‘s 50 names to know right now. Outside of work, Grace’s passions include food, wine, art, yoga, reading, film, her Persian cat Tyrion, and travel. We know listeners will enjoy today's episode! We can't wait to hear what your favorite takeaways!

Today's guest, Bettina Benson, is a seasoned sales professional, creative visionary, team builder, mother, wife, and Founder and Creative Director of Chloe Kristyn. Through Bettina's vision and intuitive design, Chloe Kristyn is redefining the contemporary dress code with elevated pieces that stand the test of time through the offering of accessible luxury that’s meant to be lived in. Bettina proves that strength and sophistication aren’t mutually exclusive. Bettina’s designs have caught the eyes and won the hearts of executives, prominent news anchors, journalists, national publications, Southern Living Magazine, which recognizes her as a “Tastemaker of the South”, and many multi-brand retailers across the United States. We know you'll love getting to know Bettina in today's episode!