One&Only Desaru Coast, the ultra-luxury all-suite resort in Malaysia, adds a touch of Parisian sophistication to the region this summer, as Dior saunters into tropical Desaru Coast with an all-new pop-up store and café for their Dioriviera capsule collection launch.

Warm weather, sun-kissed skin, and blissful beach days have arrived: Summer 2023 is finally here! This season, we’ve scouted fresh trends to cover you for boat days, wedding season, casual farmer’s market runs, and everything in between. We’re not suggesting you buy a whole new closet (although we fashion-lovers at VIE can vouch for that), but instead, pick up a few new staple pieces from our favorite small businesses at 30Avenue to upgrade your wardrobe. Whether vacationing in Europe or simply dreaming of Mediterranean blues, read on for this season’s freshest trends and best finds from these beautifully curated local boutiques.

The Zoo Gallery, a prominent art venue in Grayton Beach, is excited to announce a unique event with Butch Anthony, the creator of the Museum of Wonder and The World's First Drive Thru Museum. This exclusive engagement will take place on Tuesday, June 27, from 4 to 6pm.

Dearest Reader, the VIE Team thoroughly enjoyed celebrating the intersection between past and future along with the announcement of the winners of this year's Digital Graffiti festival at Le Bon Ton, An Artistic Garden Affair in Alys Beach, Florida, on May 19, 2023. We donned our best Bridgerton-inspired frocks and partook in sips from Gulf Water Wines and Coastal Coffee Bar Co., savory and sweet treats from The Salty Butcher and On The Fly PCB, and the musical stylings of a string quartet and pianist by Top Hat Live, aka The Whistledowns.

If you were wondering, "Where can I get my workout in, have my hair done, and find a new outfit for date night," 30Avenue lifestyle center in Inlet Beach, Florida, has got you covered. The shops here are redefining the retail experience through superb style, and they are known as a premier open-air shopping destination along the Emerald Coast. Whether you are leveling up your personal style or Marie Kondo-ing your home, 30Avenue can help. Located just a short trip from Rosemary Beach and Scenic Highway 30-A, it is a must-stop destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment, so go ahead and indulge yourself.

The Say It Southern Getaway is a must-attend event. For those of you who don’t know, Courtney Goolsby and Sarah Stone Smith are the creators and cohosts of the Say It Southern (SIS) podcast and The Getaway. They are champions of women entrepreneurs who love to tell stories about Southern women and their passions. I knew from the second I listened to my first SIS podcast that I wanted to find a way to be involved in this event and it did not disappoint! The long weekend took place along the beautiful beach towns of Scenic Highway 30-A in Northwest Florida with around forty guests from around the Southeast and beyond. We all left with new friends, renewed energy, and new ideas on how to live our best lives and have fun while doing it.

Panama City Beach is situated on 27 miles of sugar-white sand beaches bordering clear, emerald-green waters Andrew Bay converge. With 320 days of sunshine annually and attractions such as St. Andrews State Park and Pier Park, the region has long been favored by travelers seeking an affordable beach vacation with year-round offerings for families, couples, groups, and adventure-seekers. “We are thrilled to be hosting events at the Real.Fun.Beach once again and look forward to welcoming visitors this weekend for our annual Pirates of the High Seas Fest,” says Dan Rowe.

Award-winning fashion designer Christian Siriano knows this better than most and has recently brought his talents from the runways and red carpets to homes, hotels, and more with the launch of Siriano Interiors. The full-service design firm also includes a new line of mid-century modern–inspired bespoke furniture for sale exclusively on 1stDibs.com. Siriano shares one of his newest projects with us here—a New York City apartment in the Flatiron District.

New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2022 has come and gone, and its shows were as fabulous as ever. The much-anticipated in-person return did not disappoint, with presentations inside, outside, and on the street, plus plenty of after-parties and celebrations. The runways graced us with color, neutrals, lace, bikinis, and plenty of new silhouettes we cant wait to wear. We put together a list of our favorite looks from the New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2022 runway shows. We hope these give you some inspiration for your closet as we continue to transition out of our loungewear and back to a more glamorous life.

Rosé is a way of life, and no place celebrates (and educates) better than The Hampton Social. With multiple locations across the US, the American restaurant is known for its rosé-all-day ethos and coastal-inspired cuisine. The aesthetically pleasing atmosphere and hand-crafted cocktails make it the crème de la crème for after-work happy hours or Sunday Fundays with girlfriends. On June 12, 2021, The Hampton Social in Nashville celebrated its favorite beverage—rosé, of course—with the first annual Pink Party! Learn more about the party and everyone's favorite pink drink from The Hampton Social's beverage director, Greg Innocent.

Imagine a beautiful sanctuary that embodies everything you love about your favorite florals. Keep imagining—now you see the most exquisite diamond and gold jewelry in the shapes of butterflies and flowers. You smell the most delicious scents of luxury candles and fragrances. As you look to your left, you see a collection of beautiful scarves and handbags. You feel as though you’ve just teleported to a charming boutique in the heart of Paris.

Two of our favorite brands have joined for the highly anticipated collaboration of our dreams, and we were not disappointed. The North Face and Gucci have collided—in a good way—with a collection that marries Gucci’s luxurious and contemporary flair with The North Face’s rugged and outdoorsy style.