Wellness Warriors

Three women-led startups are making a positive impact on women’s health. By Laura DeSisto Photography by Ladybug Photography Poppies with Purpose Fighting Cancer With Color At just 38 years old, while living in the city with her husband and two young girls, Lisa Carlin was shocked and devastated to receive a breast cancer diagnosis.  She … Read more

A Growing Vision

From vertical gardens to elaborate holiday displays, Cityscapes take horticulture to new heights. By Laura DeSisto Photography by Derrick Zellmann In the mid-’80s, a petite 20-something brunette was probably the last person you’d expect to upend a male-dominated industry, but that is exactly what Pembroke’s Jan Goodman did. It all started when Goodman, a newly … Read more

Renaissance Woman and her Poultry Palace

By Laura DeSisto Photography by Sarah Hinchey Hair and makeup by Lisa Grisolia ingham’s Diana Cousineau Aveni has a dizzying array of credits on her resume. A talented fine artist and accomplished home chef/cookbook author turned interior designer (she’s the owner of Hingham Furniture & Design and Framing Concepts) Aveni has never shied away from … Read more

Taking it Outside

Founder of the first black-owned outdoor gear shop in New England, Intrinsic Provisions, Mark A. Boles
is passionate about mountain biking and supporting socially responsible brands.

Feels Like Summer

Where to shop:   4GoodVibes in Kingston | saltandbranch.com Board 143 in Scituate | seasideandsunshine.com By The Sea in Hanover | saltnrays.com Call to Action Clothing | calltoactionclothing.com Coastal Treasures in Marshfield | capecodlobstermats.com Gorjana in Hingham Hola Mola | holamola.org Levitate  | levitatebrand.com Mahi Gold in Hingham Out of the Blue in Scituate SOUTH … Read more

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

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

Shop Local Gift Guide

1) Alashan cashmere dress topper, available at Welch Company, 132 Front St., Scituate, welchcompany.com  2) Maple world map card case from Treeline & Tide, available at treelineandtide.com.  3) Emma J Shipley scented candle in bone china container with 24 carat gold accents, available at Trellis Home Design Shop, 28 South St., Hingham, trellishomedesign.com  4) Topo Designs Dopp … Read more