Spending time on styling orlet’s be honestjust taming our locks to look presentable is touch-and-go at best. That’s wheneasy, low-maintenance hairstylesand dry shampoo come in. For us, messy buns are the savior of all days we’re running late or skipping showers. Credit:Instagram/@thisislaurendavis She continues: Its my fool-proof go-to. One-Minute Braided Chignon Blogger Lauren Davis created this messy bun that comes together so easily. The addition of a headband is a cute way to dress it up a bit....

Getty Images The Yellowhammer State didnt earn the moniker Alabama the Beautiful for nothing. And thats not even mentioning all the hidden gems in the states large cities and tiny towns. As aborn and raised Alabamian, Im lucky enough to have had easy access to Alabamas beauty for years. Credit:Getty Images I spent my high school years exploring nearbystate parkswith friends. Noccalula Falls Gadsden, Alabama Theres a longstanding legend behind the rushing cascades at this well-known waterfall....

Using bangs, face framing, and lots of layers, these haircuts flatter long faces. The best haircuts for long faces work to balance out your features, no matter the style. Long face silhouettes aren’tone-size-fits-all, either, like any face shape. Credit: @salsalhair No matter what your preference is, these 20 haircuts for long faces will be your most flattering yet. Shaggy Shoulder Cut It’s the trendier little sister of the blunt lob....

This year, make that caption special with these Mother’s Day quotes and sayings. Mark Twain “It’s not easy being a mother. If it were, fathers would do it.” Credit: Getty Images Dorothy,The Golden Girls “Most mothers are instinctive philosophers.” it’s a mere formality. It doesn’t matter if you answer yes or no. Credit: Southern Living You’re going to get it anyway." Erma Bombeck Sentimental Mother’s Day Quotes “Mother’s love is peace....

The next time you find yourself searching for a movie to watch, turn to yourbookshelffor inspiration. There’s an adaptation out there for every taste. It starred Ewan McGregor, blending elements of fantasy and tall tales, filmed on location in Alabama. Credit: Southern Living/Amazon Directed by Benh Zeitlin from a screenplay by Zeitlin and Lucy Alibar. Set in North Carolina during the Civil War. After that, the film adaptation starred Whoopi Goldberg, Oprah Winfrey, and Danny Gloverdirected by Steven Spielberg....

They really put the “fun” in fungi! But, nonetheless, mushrooms don’t always get what they’re due. It never fails us!" Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless said one Test Kitchen Professional. Mushroom Bolognese Meaty mushrooms stand in for beef in this comforting pasta recipe. You’ll want an extra ladle (or two) of the traditional mushroom gravy. Credit: Caitlin Bensel, Prop Styling: Audrey Davis, Food Styling: Rishon Hanners...

Fall turns the South into a canvas, painting it with more colors than Pollock had at his disposal. From the Ozarks to theLowcountry,there are plenty of fantastic places to visit for a fun fall escape. Take a meandering drive along Skyline Drive to see the hills rolling away on either side. Credit: Chris Murray/Getty Images Lowcountry color is a little more subtle. Spartina, a perennial cordgrass grown in salt marshes, provides habitat for wildlife....

As much as we love freshly-shorn curly bobs and pixies, sometimes spirals need to run wild. Few things command a room better than a mane of longcurly hair. It can be tousled and tossed, flipped and twisted, just for added emphasis. Credit: @salsalhair Long Layers Curly hair always benefits from layers, especially when keeping hair long. It helps curls not be too weighed down. Long Shag Get shaggy with it....

Ring in the new year with these delectable desserts. Whip up a batch in no time for the sweetest end of year celebration. Sea Salt-Caramel Cake This is an impressive cake bound to wow guests. Credit: Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Emily Neighbors Hall Prop Stylist: Christine Keely These cookies are crowdpleasers and a cinch to make in a pinch. Chocolate fondue is an instant crowd-pleaser. Everyone will have so much fun dipping all the different bites in chocolate....

Who wouldnt want to RSVP to a cozy NYE pajama party? Need a little inspiration for this years bash? Lean Into A Vintage Theme Whats old is considered cool, right? Credit:Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Micah Morton; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch Take inspiration fromThe Great Gatsbyand the early seasons of NetflixsThe Crownto influence this years NYE hop. Allow the show or book to influence your party decor and dress code. Keep foods simple, serving holiday finger foods and a special house cocktail such as aRetro Rum Punch....

Wetake our nicknames seriouslyin the South, and rightly so. Sometimes formal names reveal themselves on special occasions, but often a nickname acts as permanent as yourbirth name. These names can emerge as a deliberate choice or develop from a quirky personality trait. Credit: di4kadi4kova / Getty These names are commonplace in the South, and here are some of our favorites. Ace Typically, an Ace is a little too quick-witted for his good....

Whip up these easy dips perfect for a crowd. Serve with dill pickle chips to double down on the pickle flavor. Creamy Avocado Dip This one-step recipe isparty-readyafter two or three minutes in the food processor. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie cox The dip pairs well with both veggies and tortilla chips. Just check that you hand shred the cheese for best results. Mix it in last to preserve the texture....

And she never burned a batch. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox A Southern grandmother is a queen when it comes to baking. These are Grandma’s specialty, and they’re worth keeping around for decades to come. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Cornbread Cookies Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Cornbread in a cookie? Leave it to Grandma to make magic happen. These tender cornbread cookies are topped with a honey butter frosting and they’re perfect for any occasion....