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HAND-CRAFTED JEWELRY / KRISTEN Owner, Kristen BAIRD JEWELRY Baird SABWarlliavniannnnditnnhOgaefhEfDe’sxrepsOteaAwriwlinsea:nJrecdwe-elry / Sure, buying rings and earrings from big box PHOTOS BY: CEDRIC SMITH & BLAKE CROSBY jewelry stores can be quick and easy, but at the end of the day, do these stores have your best interests at heart in the same way as local brand Kristen Baird Jewelry? Baird, a highly skilled craftswoman—SCAD alumni and protégé of Blaine Lewis, master jeweler and former lead stone setting trainer at Tiffany & Co.—designs and creates top-of-the- line, luxury jewelry inspired by nature, crafted by hand, and cherished forever. Whether it’s an engagement ring, a piece from Baird’s signature collection, or a commissioned work, a unique attention to detail and personal touch is placed on each design. At the end of the day, this helps Baird achieve her mission of being customer focused while presenting a jewelry collection that is injected with passion, heart and the soul of the South. When the soul is placed in a piece of jewelry, it can be seen and felt by anyone who wears it. “My clients tell me that my jewelry contains a happiness and joy,” Baird says. “A sense of nostalgia and a feeling of freedom. That makes me smile!” While each piece is handcrafted in Savannah by Baird and her team, the materials Baird hand selects are ethically sourced from vendors and suppliers around the world and adhere to strict international certification processes, leaving her customers feeling secure in their purchases. “No blood diamonds. No shady practices,” says Baird. With the same passion that drives her when designing her internationally recognized jewelry collections, Baird is focused on paying it forward in our community. Kristen Baird Jewelry partners with S.D. Gunner Fund, a local non-profit with a mission to provide trained service dogs to veterans and disabled children. • “It’s about more than the jewelry alone,” Baird says. “It’s about making a difference and giving back to the community that has given so much to me.” KRISTENBAIRD.COM 804.647.6096 SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL • STYLE & LUXURY SOUTH August | September 2018 123

EXCLUSIVE CHIC COUNTERTOPS LA / BASTILLE CEO Katiana tCHoooYuwonuCterurAstoteopsmtshaertiecKey Chapman Whether you’re in a home, a restaurant, or / a bar, countertops are the centerpiece of your entertainment. A countertop is the surface where people gather because it’s the backdrop of the food and drink you are presenting to your guests. In other words, countertops present the perfect opportunity to communicate the essence of your style. La Bastille, Savannah’s premier choice for outfitting unique counters, with a beautiful solution for every style, prides itself on its mastery of transitional styles that marry those of years past with modern trends. “I feel that while we are able to achieve that old world look and feel, we are also able to achieve exciting modern variations that suit all residential and commercial designs of today,” says La Bastille’s President and CEO Katiana Chapman. “People want that traditional style with nice edges, profiles, and finishes, but with updated detailing.” The advantage of getting custom countertops from La Bastille is not only the customizability, but the quality and care that come with their highly skilled team of designers and artisans. Customizability is the name of the game at La Bastille. Its team of designers and artisans will work with consumers to accomplish any request. If you can imagine it, La Bastille will find a way to create it. • “Countertops draw people in,” Chapman says. “When a customer comes to us wanting something special, that indicates to me that they’ve really thought about their design aesthetic and are ready to make a statement. They’re coming to us for something that no one else has.” With a choice between Zinc, Pewter, riveted Sheet Zinc or Bronze countertops, La Bastille demonstrates its dedication to detail with a large variety of choices for finishes and edges. La Bastille is getting ready to introduce “Bastille Collection,” which is a curated line of semi-custom range hoods and furnishings allowing further accessibility through their on-line store front. LABASTILLE.COM | 888.303.9462 208 E. BROUGHTON ST, SAVANNAH GA 31401 PHOTO BY: D. PAUL GRAHAM 124 SOUTH August | September 2018 SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL • STYLE & LUXURY

CUSTOM HOME STYLE ELLSWORTH DESIGN BUILD tPHheoerwfGeGcrtaoYiinnougCrAaSngpaHainecslept “Clean. Progressive. Functional. We have a pragmatic approach to design that is based not only on listening to our clients, but also hearing what they have to say,” says Ellsworth Design Build’s General Manager, Rick Benner. He continues, “Our recent reorganization has helped us re-examine, redefine and reaffirm those values.” Ellsworth Design Build is a design-build firm composed of skilled artisans using impeccable, innovative materials and quality product lines, installed by industry leading professionals. They integrate the whole construction process from its inception to completion, encouraging collaboration between all parties involved along the way. In a ready-made world, the team at Ellsworth Design Build goes beyond the expected, encouraging clients to work directly with designers, allowing them to fabricate one-of-a-kind pieces and spaces that mitigate issues like size and storage constraints. Whether it’s bringing modern conveniences to historical homes tastefully, or creating classic elements in newer construction, Ellsworth Design Build can meet the specific tastes of each client. “Just like couture clothing that is tailor- made for an individual, where fit, scale, function and fabric reflect enduring quality and taste,” says Abigail Powell, Lead Designer at Ellsworth Design Build, “a home, and even office space, should fit the client’s specific needs and express his or her personal style.” • With so many elements to juggle, Ellsworth Design Build never ceases to amaze with its steadfast attention to details. From the craftsmanship of fine carpentry casework to selecting the perfect shower tile excellence is the name of their game. ELLSWORTHDESIGNBUILD.COM / 912.308.7553 1810 MILLS B LN BLVD, SAVANNAH, GA 31405 PHOTO BY: BLAKE CROSBY SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL • STYLE & LUXURY SOUTH August | September 2018 125

SALON SOPHISTICATION ROOTS PHOTO BY: SOUTHERN BLAKE CROSBY SALON HCYoaounwrHTHeraelpinrdYGyoauSmtUyeplists The biggest risk one can take is deciding which salon to go to. How you style your hair can be a major defining element of your appearance and how the world sees you. Thankfully, the stylists at Roots Southern Salon are educated enough in the practice to help you put your best, stylish foot forward. With an amazing view of the Savannah River setting the scene, you will not be disappointed with the sophistication and service of each stylist. Each is highly educated in her field and, as a team, they pride themselves on cultivating a salon culture defined by Southern class, hospitality and a quintessential Savannah atmosphere. The stylists at Roots take the extra step that most salons won’t by learning more abot your lifestyle so that they can provide the look and mainenance level that is best for you. If you are looking to try something new, Roots has you covered with an updated repertoire of the latest trends, whether it’s vintage ’20s cuts and styling, vivid color for women, or pompadour cuts for men. The salon even offers hair removal and spa services in addition to traditional hair care options. “We don’t even call this work most of the time,” says owner Susan Renfroe. “Each stylist runs with her own flare. These ladies can be vivid, funky and versatile, and really it has been the unique set of talents they’ve brought with them that have made us such a strong, fun team.” • The salon’s stylists, Renfroe explains, are a true representation of Savannah’s style. From southern belles to punk rockers, this highly skilled and educated team will know exactly what you need to take your style to the next step. 912.239.5181 / ROOTSSOUTHERNSALON.COM 310 E. BAY STREET, SAVANNAH, GA, 31401 126 SOUTH August | September 2018 SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL • STYLE & LUXURY

INTERIOR WITH STYLE / Owner, Amy Dickson / LA SOURCE BHFueonwScttCyilooisnmhCfoarnt aSntidll Entertaining is a way of life for Southerners. Amy Dickson, owner of La Source Home, knows a thing or two about Southern style. Born and raised in Bluffton, South Carolina, and a graduate of Savannah College of Art and Design, Amy has always had an eye for style. Every designer has his or her own take on style. Amy believes your home should stay fresh, not trendy, and classic not contrived. “I believe a home is where real people live and gather and it must be comfortable and functional and not staged,” Dickson says. No area holds true to this concept more than the kitchen. Amy saw the need for affordable luxury in this market and opened La Source Home in 2016 to service style minded homeowners. Having a stylish home might seem like a challenge and taking even the first step may be overwhelming. “Its so important to use the best quality that your budget can allow,” says Dickson. Carefully curated products such as Farrow and Ball paints, LaCornue kitchen systems, as well as beautiful fixtures and custom cabinetry really turn up the style volume. Amy knows these products make a statement but aren’t for every client so she tries to have something amazing for every price point. • Whether your project is in Savannah’s iconic historic district, coastal beaches, or under the mossy branches of a Lowcountry live oak, La Source Home is the resource the style savvy shopper has always needed. La Source is the regions exclusive retailer of Farrow and Ball paints and other premium products. Now with two showroom locations, visit the Bluffton showroom in Old Town or the Savannah showroom in the Starland district in Midtown Savannah. LASOURCEHOME.COM / 843.547.4445 14 PROMENADE ST., #304, BLUFFTON, SC 29910 LASOURCEHOME.COM / 912.231.5887 217 E. 41ST ST., SAVANNAH, GA 31401 PHOTO BY: BLAKE CROSBY SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL • STYLE & LUXURY SOUTH August | September 2018 127

UNIQUE BRANDING S TA F F O R D MEDIA GROUP RTAWodehfvAlyeecrYccttoiusYurioranutBgerrNlySaetneyddle’ss The world of advertising is changing like never before. From social media trends to video marketing, it’s imperative to ensure your brand’s image is reflected consistently and genuinely. Fully-fledged media and advertising expert Jillian Stafford has evolved her marketing techniques to match the latest trends; a decade in the business has helped her understand what it takes to create content that will resonate with consumers. “My goal when I work with someone is to make visual content that the public will see— whether that be when they’re scrolling through Facebook, driving around town, or watching a commercial—and they immediately know what brand it is without having to see the logo or read the copy,” says Stafford. “Our tagline is ‘Visual communication in a social world.’ Communicating visually is a necessity now.” Stafford’s company, Stafford Media Group— made up of carefully selected writers, graphic artists, videographers, photographers and marketers—helps their clients every step of the way, from creation of their culture to a visual execution, to dealing with the success. “Whatever we have to do to help get your brand and message across, we’ll do it,” Stafford says. “We work closely with clients to design a style that makes them comfortable and that best represents their brand. We have our own film studio. We are social media experts. We can and will be your one-stop- shop for advertising.” Consistency, though, is the key to advertising success. From social media campaigns to billboards and commercials, advertising should come from a uniquely talented and fun team that’s passionate about brand representation. “You have to have a consistent aesthetic, and that’s what we help design,” Stafford says. “Some of the best ideas come from our fun staff. When we put our creative minds together, we can come up with some amazing stuff that’s never been done before.”• Stafford Media Group specializes in videography, social media, branding, and advertising. 912.459.1404 | 11246 FORD AVE., RICHMOND HILL, GA 31324 | STAFFORDMEDIAMARKETING.COM PHOTO BY: D. PAUL GRAHAM 128 SOUTH August | September 2018 SPECIAL ADVERTORIAL • STYLE & LUXURY