An overlooked shade is having a moment in the sun.
No doubt about it: Zeppelin captured the soul of zesty orange in five words flat—“Living reflections from a dream.” Long snubbed but impossible to ignore, the citrus shade is no stranger to summer or fall. And this year, it’s the season’s breakout star—stealing the spotlight as the go-to transition tone, from wardrobe to decor.
Surprisingly versatile, the tangy tangerine plays well with others—and is easier to style than you may think. For summer’s final stretch, pair with other brights like butter yellow, ivory or even pink. Once the leaves turn, shift to grounding tones like tan or forest green. And thanks to the pigment’s warmth and pop, it adds fresh energy to any space. Here, find our fave local citrus styles.
Spring has officially sprung, and there’s no better way to get into the season’s growth mindset and mood than dressing the part. Although botanicals are still blooming in the occasional spring wardrobe (this one’s for you, Miranda Priestly), the broader runway focus spotlights texture and cuts—think beading, sequins, exaggerated silhouettes and funky hemlines. As for color, soft pastels bring romance and whimsical charm to mind, edged up with contrasting denims to cut the overly girlish and juvenile aesthetic. Now, time to put some spring in your step and shop these bright picks from local retailers.
Y’all. Raleigh has its own Rack! So if shopping is your cardio a la Carrie Bradshaw—and you’re pumped to save a drive to Durham—you’re gonna wanna burn some cals and shop till you drop at now-open Nordstrom Rack at Triangle Town Place! @nordstromrack_triangle
Stop and smell the roses (literally!) at Boxyard RTP’s new resident 1 Blossom 2 Blossom. Create your own floral arrangement from a wide selection of local seasonal blooms, take a bouquet design class or sign up for a floral subscription. Simply iris-istible! @1blossom2bloomfloraldesign
Listen up: Village District’s new resident Rowan is officially open with an earful of hypoallergenic jewelry and piercings by licensed nurses. @heyrowan
No pain, no gain. Strong bodies and *reformed* minds are just waiting to be built at BK Pilates, opening its first studio in the Triangle early 2025 at Rockway. @bkpilatesraleigh
We’re not just stringing you along… Newly bowed yarn and gift shop Parcero Studio in DTR helps you “turn strings into things” via its vast selection of yarn, hooks, needles and more—plus creative workshops and classes (BYOB!). @parcerostudio
Feel the burn at Burn Boot Camp’s newest location in Clayton. Whether it’s arm day, leg day, or core and conditioning day, these 45-min workouts will have you hustling for that muscle! @burnbootcampclaytonnc
A cut above the rest, Salon Suites is coming to Clayton’s Glen Laurel in December, serving up a one-stop beauty destination for high-end hair, nails and esthetician services—plus professional suite rentals, natch. @salonsuitesglenlaurel
Treat yo’self this fall atDTR’s The Self Care Marketplace, a one-stop shop with everything you didn’t know you needed until you walk in—think all things self care, from candles, plants and soap to wellness classes and beyond. @theselfcaremarketplacenc
Prepare to get ~lit~ via McCormick Gifts + Candle Studio, now open at Crabtree, complete with candle-making experiences and custom gifts. @mccormickcreation
Sleigh bells ring. … Following the September closure of Village District’s Antique Emporium, downstairs neighbor Cheshire Cat will be moving in this month with a year-round Christmas-themed room (!). @cheshirecatgallery
Raleigh has officially joined the “proper-length shorts revolution.” Find Chubbies’ signature bright and bold short-shorts unfurled at its first NC store at Crabtree. @chubbies
Looking to avoid those cold-weather blues? Beem Light Sauna will soon bow in Glenwood South, specializing in light therapy for those wanting to live a radiantly healthy life. So *hot*! @beem.raleigh.nc
There’s no such thing as too much bling. Ranch 🤝 rodeo styles descend on Fenton this fall c/o Texas-based top jewelry retailer Kendra Scott. @kendrascott
Ready to ~change~ the way you think about style, Copper Penny reps its curated collection of designer threads with an edgy mix of sweet and heat—NTM shoes and accessories—in its new Village District digs. @copperpennyraleigh
What good fortune! A little slice of Asia is hitting Hillsborough Street early next year as Ebisu Life Store serves up everything from stationery and snacks to skincare and stylings for home—all imported from Japan. @ebisulifestore_nc
We’re all ears! New kid on the Village District block Rowan taps an *ear-resistible* piercing experience by licensed nurses—with hypoallergenic jewelry to boot. @heyrowan
These clothes were made for walking—and running, biking and relaxing. Enter Free People Movement’s recently opened Village District storefront boasting colorful active ’fits perf for moving about.@fpmovement
Discount designer clothes and accessories? Say less. Shop till you (nearly) drop and rack up chic deals at Nordstrom Rack’s Triangle Town Place location slated to open in October. @nordstromrack
Calling all homebodies! Take care of your bod—and namaste locally—at Homebody Yoga’s cozy flagship studio opening on the ground floor of Platform apartments in West End by early 2025. @homebodync
A new canopy color is dotting the NC coastline. See: Shibumi Shade’s new “Sunset” Pink & Orange canopy that’s brightening up the beach and its sea of blue and teal tents. @shibumishade
Step aside, lottery tickets—there’s a new way to become a millionaire. Treasure Game$, a nationwide skill-based treasure-hunting game has launched in NC and awards more than just the thrill of the hunt (read: $$$) to winners. @treasuregames.fun
Revamp your wardrobe from the same old attire to something new—or new to you—via Same Old Same Old Vintage, a newly bowed secondhand store on Fayetteville Street that’ll have you serving retro *lewks*. @shopsosovintage
Have a dress code to sport—whether wedding, fancy dinner or anything in between? Formal clothing rental biz TrenLendwill be expanding to a second location at Makers Alley in North Hills Innovation District this fall—and is celebrating with a release of an exclusive collection of dresses to impress. @trenlend
Take a cue from Mac Miller and treat yourself right. Sweat one out and cool back down at SweatHouz, Seaboard Station’s newly opened infrared sauna + cold plunge studio. @sweathouzHotties do Pilates. Level up your body and stretch your mind (aka reform yourself) at Club Pilates’12th Triangle location coming to Seaboard Station later this year. @clubpilates_downtownraleigh
