2023 Best of the South Shore Winners

Best of the South Shhore

Shout it from the rooftops! The results of the 2023 Best of the South Shore (BOSS) Awards are in!

Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate and vote for your favorite local businesses. From burgers and bookstores to florists and furniture stores, these lucky winners deserve a huge congratulations.

Life of the Party

8 Ways to add excitement to your next special event By Maria Allen and Scott Smith Whether you’re planning an intimate wedding, elegant graduation party or festive corporate soiree, South Shore industry experts are ready to make your next event unforgettable. From unique decor and florals to professional photography and entertainment, we’ve gathered some helpful … Read more

Dressed to Impress

A local boutique is transforming prom traditions one glittering gown at a time. By Maria Allen  Photography by Al Lacerda Photography It’s prom season on the South Shore and Julie Costa is surrounded by racks of dazzling dresses. The owner of a small-but-mighty clothing boutique in Bridgwater called Miss Louise Prom Closet, Costa has developed … Read more

Heart of the Home

Inspiring kitchen designs bring dreams to life and families closer together. Harbor Oasis Built on a rocky peninsula that juts into Cohasset’s Little Harbor, this home makes the most of its spectacular location. Designed to accommodate the client’s love for entertaining and showcase the home’s water views, the kitchen features a large island for friends … Read more

A Day At The Lake

Encaustic painting by Lara Williams Working from her Hull studio, artist Lara Williams transforms strips of torn paper, colorful pigments and melted beeswax into impressionistic depictions of nature. Her recent work, “A Day at The Lake,” is part of a series, titled “Restorative Places.” Created during the pandemic lockdown, the collection is made up of … Read more

Calm and Collected

A Cohasset home organizer unlocks simple strategies for reducing kid clutter and designing play spaces that enrich young minds. By Maria Allen Photography by Kate Rogan Anyone who has walked barefoot over a pile of stray legos understands that the struggle to contain kid clutter is real. From picture books and board games to action … Read more

Indigo House Gallery

A new contemporary art gallery in Duxbury features artists from the South Shore and around the world. Tucked in a quiet corner of Duxbury Marketplace, passersby can glimpse pops of color through the gallery’s large front windows. Inside, the decor is simple and modern, with whitewashed walls showcasing a carefully curated mix of paintings, sculptures and pottery.

Bookstore Revival

Independent bookstores are making an unexpected comeback across the country, including right here on the South Shore. Take a look inside a few new businesses that opened on the South Shore in the past couple of years, as well as established local booksellers that set themselves apart by diversifying their offerings and creating a strong sense of community.

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Home on the Rocks

Perched on a peninsula that juts into Cohasset’s Little Harbor, this custom home was designed to mirror the natural surroundings. The home’s unique architecture and fine craftsmanship skillfully marries the indoors with the outdoors, creating a place where the homeowners can relax and enjoy spectacular water views.

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BOSS BASH

The stars aligned on Tuesday, November 1, as more than 350 guests came together at Lombardo’s in Randolph to celebrate at the first annual BOSS Bash. Presented by South Shore Home, Life & Style in collaboration with South Shore Chamber of Commerce, this lively event showcased fantastic food and drink samplings from restaurants, breweries and … Read more