ABOUT CHARLESTON & ME
A Curated Vision of Charleston Living & Lifestyle
An invitation to experience the city through rhythm, beauty, and intention.
A Guide Beyond the Expected
Charleston is more than a destination—it is a rhythm, a presence, a city to be lived, not just visited.
Charleston & ME is not simply a guide. It is a seasonal journal—an invitation to move through the city with depth, grace, and curiosity.
Rooted in the belief that a place is best understood through its details—the quiet streets, the sunlit courtyards, the whispered histories—Charleston & ME offers a slower, more intentional way of moving through Charleston, one that lingers long after the moment has passed.
Here, you’ll find thoughtfully selected experiences, seasonal reflections, and refined recommendations—not only to deepen your connection to Charleston’s spirit and rhythm, but to inspire a slower, more beautiful way of living wherever you are.
Whether you’re passing through or already rooted here, Charleston & ME invites you to live not just in the city—but in rhythm with it.
Charleston is layered, storied, and alive. Rather than offering a hurried list of things to do, Charleston & ME invites you to see the city—and yourself—through a slower, more soulful lens.
Each seasonal Journal offers a way of being in Charleston that is attuned to its quieter rhythms: the stillness of early morning walks, the grace of changing light, the beauty found in small, unhurried rituals. Through gentle reflections and intentional guidance, the Journal reveals not just what to experience, but how to experience it—with presence, depth, and ease.
Founded and curated by Monica Edwards—a seasoned entrepreneur, publisher, and tastemaker—Charleston & ME reflects more than a love of beauty. It is shaped by over 30 years of experience building lifestyle ventures from the ground up. From boutique magazines and wellness spas to home and retail experiences, Monica has founded and operated each with a commitment to intentional living and meaningful connection. Her work is guided by the belief that how we move through a place shapes how we move through life.
Charleston & ME is for those who seek more than a weekend itinerary. It’s for those who long to experience Charleston not just as a destination—but as a way of living.
Whether you are visiting for the first time or have walked these streets for decades, this space invites you to move through the city—and through life—with more grace, rhythm, and presence.
Through curated recommendations and seasonal reflections, Charleston & ME offers both the practical and the poetic. It’s a guide to what to do, yes—but also an invitation into a quieter, more beautiful way of being.
Because the real journey is not just through Charleston. It’s through the life you create within it.
While Charleston & ME offers a reflective lens and poetic rhythm, it is also a practical companion for experiencing the city with ease and grace.
The Curated Charleston Guide features thoughtfully chosen places to go, things to do, and moments to savor—each selected with intention and care. From seasonal walks to hidden gardens, elegant breakfasts to historic inns, the Guide reveals Charleston’s beauty not in volume, but in depth.
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering familiar streets, the Guide offers a refined, insider’s view of the city—grounded in atmosphere, character, and connection.
