7 WWW.CHARLESTONWOMENPODCAST.COM | WWW.READCW.COM | WWW.INSTAGRAM.COM/CHARLESTONWOMEN As I write this from my home office—a space that's equal parts command center and creative sanctuary—I'm thinking about how much the concept of "home" has evolved for me. This Winter issue marks my second at the helm of Charleston Women, and creating it felt like coming home in the best possible way. When we launched the Fall issue, we introduced three features I was particularly excited about: My Favorite Room, Book Nook and a seasonal recipe. The response was overwhelmingly positive. There's something deeply personal about peeking into someone's favorite space, discovering their current read or trying their go-to recipe. It creates connection—and that's what this magazine has always been about. For this Winter issue, we've continued those beloved features and expanded our focus to celebrate the very thing that shelters, inspires and defines us: our homes. We've even evolved our recipe feature into a seasonal mocktail. EDITOR'S NOTE @reallygreatsite BRIGHTER Bright Minds. Big Dreams. Real Results. Join The Brighter Side Society where ambitious women get the structure, accountability, and genuine connections to make big things happen. thebrightersidesociety.com Photo by Kayla Rochelle Photography Putting together a home issue in Charleston felt both thrilling and intimidating. This city is renowned for its architectural beauty and design sensibility. But as we dove into interviews, I realized great homes aren't just about picture-perfect aesthetics—they're about functionality, community and supporting the incredible women who make our houses work. That's why we've included our directory of women-owned home services, from cleaning companies to custom kitchen designers. The Professional Women in Building Council is doing remarkable work connecting skilled tradeswomen, contractors and architects. Our fashion-meets-design features showcase architect Leslie Norton, designers Cortney Bishop and Ruth Campbell, and textile designer Rebecca Atwood, who articulate how personal style influences professional work. From hand-painted wallpaper artists Lucy Hunter and Danielle Cather Cohen to Charleston Christmas Collectibles' multigenerational story, we celebrate women preserving traditions while innovating. We explore Charleston's mahjong movement, share expert tips on tablescapes and dive into what makes porch culture so special. As we head into the holiday season, I hope this issue inspires you to look at your home with fresh eyes. Thank you for welcoming me into this role and into your homes through these pages. With gratitude, Angel Holmes, Managing Editor WELCOME Home
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