Ah, the fall. Time to dig out our sweaters and cute boots, swap our bright summer colors for moodier hues, and yes, think about hair trends. Summer can be tough on hair – especially in the South between the heat, chlorine, salt water, and sun – and you might be […]

As the temperatures begin to dip, and the excitement of football season fills the air, we invite you to indulge in the latest and greatest fall fashion trends that will have you looking chic both on and off the gridiron. Thrive pulled together a list of what’s new, what’s tried, […]

by Kerry Andersen As a young girl, Kashia Spears would pop a hat on her head, look in the mirror, and love the way the timeless accessory would complete her outfit and frame her face. She always wanted to capture that joy and bring it to others. So, when she […]

by Kerry Andersen The Patton family opened their first western store in 2007 in Ruston, Louisiana and things grew at a rapid pace from there. By the end of 2009, this now iconic Louisiana family business expanded operations into the Lake Charles market followed quickly by a second Ruston location […]

by Taylor Trahan Henry We all look forward to spending time outdoors during the summer months while swimming, boating, fishing, playing sports, or just lounging. Vitamin D and fresh air are good for the body and mind, but the harsh summer sun requires a proactive approach for protection. “Sun exposure […]

Considered one of the premier fashion events in the world, New York Fashion Week features the industry’s top designers presenting their upcoming collections in a series of runway shows and presentations. Taking place in the spring and fall, designers show collections for the season ahead. And while fashion may be […]

by Kerry Andersen Fashion editors everywhere will tell you that a bright red lip is the ultimate iconic beauty look. The pop of red will brighten your face instantly, and add a polished finishing touch to any outfit, plus it screams sophistication and confidence. Red is also the color of […]

by Kerry Andersen Fiery. Feisty. Temperamental. Sexy. These are just some of the ways redheads are often described. It’s certainly not the best beauty choice for those who shy away from attention and don’t like to stand out. Kylie Guillory is a stylist at Signatures Salon in Lake Charles and […]

Our lips may be sealed, but what we are saying is loud and clear. After more than two years of bare lips and record-low lipstick sales during the pandemic, lipstick is back in vogue in a big way in 2023.  The “lipstick index”, an economic indicator term coined by Leonard […]