Join me for February's book club pick: Broken Country! This is a story about love, loss, forgiveness, and the consequences of choices. The writing was beautiful and interesting, and it was a true page-turner! I'd love to know your thoughts!

Next month: The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis

Today I am joined by Meg Hale! Meg is the founder and designer of Tutto, a brand built on the idea of creating fewer, better pieces that work hard in everyday life. Meg attended the College of Charleston and studied apparel design in Florence, Italy, where she developed a strong foundation in quality craftsmanship and timeless design. She also completed fashion internships at Neiman Marcus and Yves Saint Laurent. After college, Meg spent several years working in sales and events, gaining firsthand experience in brand building, client relationships, and operational execution. After returning to Charleston and becoming a mother, she identified a clear gap in her own wardrobe: a high-quality, washable cotton piece that could move effortlessly through a full day—from school drop-off to the beach, and dinner—without sacrificing style and comfort. Approaching the problem as both a designer and an entrepreneur, Meg has focused on perfecting the essential pieces of a woman's wardrobe. With a love of stripes and a commitment to quality and versatility, Tutto was born. Meaning “everything” in Italian, Tutto reflects Meg’s belief in intentional growth and designing products that truly earn their place in a woman’s closet.

In this episode, Meg and I talk about why she started Tutto, the first steps to starting Tutto, the inspiration behind her clothing designs, the importance of having a hero product, and so much more!

Meg's Website

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Today I am joined by Mattie Brown! Mattie is a New Orleans based, floral artist known for her delicate, coastal-inspired designs rooted in her childhood summers in Cape Cod and New England. She studied Interior Design at LSU and worked professionally in the design industry before her painting hobby grew into a thriving business. What began with canvas commissions for family and friends and painted champagne bottles eventually led her to transition into full-time art, a path she’s now been on for three and a half years.Today her work ranges from hand-painted perfume bottles to live wedding paintings, and she has created custom pieces for Simone Biles and Michael Bublé, along with collaborations with brands like Batiste and events like The Masters. She is currently expanding back into canvas work, carrying forward the soft, nostalgic, floral aesthetic she’s become known for.

In this episode, Mattie and I chat about how she made her art business her full-time job, how she chooses what to focus on next, her journey from painting champagne bottles to perfume bottles, what is next for her, and so much more!

Mattie's Website

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