Photos by Megan Vaughan Photography Move over, navy. It's time for a much more vibrant blue to take center stage. This hue is sophisticated, yet still elegant, and pairs gorgeously with other bright colors for a spring or summer soiree.…
It’s not uncommon to have your vision change as you get older. As we age, it gets more difficult to focus on objects up close because the lens inside the eye begins to lose its ability to change shape. This…
Coastal Virginia Magazine’s annual Best Of Party was held on Thursday, July 25 at Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center in Downtown Norfolk. Partygoers enjoyed an evening of Sizzle, Salsa and Swoon as the event themed Hot Havana Nights celebrated…
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Photos by Lindsay Collette; Styling by Misty Saves the Day Your wedding is a dream design all your own, so why not show off your good taste with a clean, crisp aesthetic. These fresh, modern photos with a color palette…
On May 31, our community was changed forever. In the days that followed, we worked to process vast ranges of emotion, trying to piece together how this could have happened in our beloved beach town. As we all struggled to…
Coastal Virginia Magazine’s Favorite Finds on Atlantic Avenue includes entertainment, excitement and culinary delights. Whether you’re with family, significant others or flying solo, Virginia Beach’s Atlantic Avenue area has it all. From local hotspots to hidden gems, the following recommendations…
Photos by Will Hawkins Photography; Styling by Misty Saves the Day Here comes the bride, all dressed in ... black. And she couldn't appear more stunning in this ultra-posh formal photo shoot. It may not be a traditional choice for…
What is it that you want to achieve? Do you want to lift heavier, bike further, run faster or eat cleaner? We all have ambitions that we want to turn into a reality. But what exactly does it take to bring…
Alzheimer’s is a type of dementia that causes problems with memory (particularly short-term loss), thinking and behavior. It is a type of dementia that slowly and irreversibly destroys memory and thinking skills. Dementia, on the other hand, is the overarching…
Let’s face it. Summers tend to fly by quicker than a fiddler crab dancing across the sand. Oftentimes, we’ll get to the end of the season and realize we hadn’t accomplished all the exciting activities we’d set out to do.…
Photography by Ashlee Glen One of the best parts about going out to a nice restaurant—aside from the fact that you just get to sit there and relax while your meal is prepared—is the way the dish looks when it…
Photo by Kate MacCallum On May 4, The Cavalier Hotel celebrated the 145th Kentucky Derby with Derby Day at The Cavalier. Guests dressed in dapper Derby attire and enjoyed the Kentucky Derby viewing party on the Great Lawn of the iconic…
According to the National Stroke Association®, a stroke is a “brain attack” that can happen at any time and to anyone. It occurs when blood flow to an area of the brain is cut off, depriving the affected brain cells…
CoVa Battle of the Burgers returned for its second year to crown Coastal Virginia’s best burger on the Southside and Peninsula with two separate events on Saturday, April 27 at the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach and Saturday, May…
Kat Wright First Fridays Downtown Street Party May 3, June 7, Aug. 2, Sept. 6 from 5–8:30 p.m. Downtown Norfolk The Sounds: On May 3 the headliner is Kat Wright, a gritty and emotive rock ‘n’ roll performer (300 Block…
On April 25–28, Culturefix’s newest regional culinary festival “Scrumptious” will showcase some of the area’s amazing restaurants, breweries, wineries and chefs during a fun lineup of community events throughout Williamsburg and Yorktown. “Scrumptious” kicks off Thursday from 6–9 p.m. at…
Coastal Virginia is surrounded by water. Why not take full advantage of it? There are several great local camps that promote physical activity, instruction and safety when it comes to being in or around water. Here are just a couple…
The human brain is an amazing repository for storing information. However, to keep it sharp, it needs to be continually stimulated, challenged and even entertained. Here are a variety of camps that local organizations are providing to help shape young…
There are so many kinds of summer camps out there to choose from. Some follow the traditional sense of the word “camp” by promoting activities such as boating safety, proper technique and swimming. Some focus on the fine arts, such…
Photos by Josh Boone Photography; Styling by Misty Saves the Day With a plethora of petals in season, a bold display of blossoms is a great way to make a spring or summer wedding stand out. We took our cues…
Spring is an ideal time to refresh your residence. Whether you’re looking to add some interest to your ceiling or choose custom fabrics to make your rooms stand out, we’ve got some exciting ideas to get started. For all you…
From the very beginning, Jamestown was set up to be a trading colony where imports from the New World sent to England were expected to make the investors of the Virginia Company very wealthy. Even though tobacco eventually became the…
When planning a wedding, you need all the help you can get. And, preferably, you want all of that help right at your fingertips. From protecting your bottom line to finding a custom suit, odds are there is an app…
