About: Taylor Justice
Taylor is the Client Success Representative for StyleBlueprint Birmingham. A proud Magic City resident, University of Alabama alum, and self-proclaimed coffee connoisseur, Taylor enjoys exploring the 205 and sharing the true magic that lies in her beloved city.
Our Favorite Books Read in 2020
Are you ready to cozy up with a good book this holiday season? Here are 11 of our favorite titles we’ve read this year.
15 Birmingham FINDS for the Holiday Season
This year’s intimate holiday gatherings call for well-thought-out and intentional hostess gifts. We’ve rounded up 15 beautiful gifts that will help you properly thank each hostess.
16 Cozy & Comfortable FINDS for the Home
Say hello to November, Birmingham! Celebrate the Thanksgiving season with these 16 locally found and oh-so-festive FINDS. Take a look!
17 Birmingham Events & Happenings: November 2020
With races, festivals, drive-in concerts and online shopping bazaars, November’s calendar is full of terrific Birmingham events! Image: Pepper Place
The New Fast-Casual Concept at Pepper Place
New to Pepper Place is The Blueroot Company, a fast-healthy concept that brings delicious and nutritional options to the Magic City. Learn more about this innovative business and meet owner Jennifer Ryan.
Cheap Thrills: At-Home Edition
From puzzles and crafts to cookies and calligraphy, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at home this fall. Here are 13 of our favorite at-home Cheap Thrills!
3 Birmingham Staycation Itineraries
Ready for a local escape? From where to stay and eat to what to do, we’ve compiled three Birmingham staycation itineraries for you.
BHAM’s Most Creative COVID Wedding to Date
Two wedding dates, countless COVID-19 precautions and a beautiful couple make this Birmingham wedding a must-see. Take a look at this dreamy celebration!
Spiffy Staging & Design Makes Moving (& More!) Easy!
From home staging and moving to packing and organizing, the innovative and creative team at Spiffy Staging and Design truly does it all. Find out more about this innovative Birmingham company.
15 Birmingham Events & Happenings: October 2020
Boo! October has officially arrived and we’re celebrating with 15 of the best Birmingham events and happenings.
7 Beautiful Coffee Table Books
This selection of new coffee table books will add intrigue to your living space. Explore the pages and uncover a bounty of beautiful photos, inspiring design ideas and so much more.
Your Guide to Hoover’s Stadium Trace Village
Planning a weekend outing? Head to Hoover and explore the new Stadium Trace Village, Birmingham’s latest entertainment district.
16 Birmingham FINDS to Welcome Fall
Fall is almost here, so we’re featuring local FINDS that ensure you are ready for all that the new season brings.
15 Birmingham Events & Happenings: September 2020
Get ready to enjoy local music, art, bites and brews at one of these 15 events in the Magic City this month. Cheers to September! Image: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
3 New Birmingham Restaurants You NEED to Visit!
From tacos to tandoori, these three new Birmingham restaurants are serving up some amazing dishes. Bon appétit, Magic City!
5 Birmingham Events You’ll Want to Attend This Fall
Pivoting is the name of the game, and these five Birmingham events are winning in their efforts. See how these beloved events and organizations have changed their format to fit the changing times. The show must go on!
14 Birmingham Events & Happenings: August 2020
Get out and enjoy Birmingham local events before the long and sunny days of summer slip away. Here is a roundup of fun (and safe) happenings in August!
13 Alabama Food Brands We Love!
The closer to home a food is made, the better it tastes — it’s a fact! From sweet treats to sauces and salty snacks, here are 13 Alabama-made food brands we love, and we bet you will too!
17 July FINDS From Southern Makers
From home essentials to fashion must-haves, these FINDS are crafted by Southern makers and artists. Here are our 17 July FINDS.
Where to Watch Vulcan’s Thunder on the Mountain
Just in time for the Fourth of July, we’re sharing the best spots in Birmingham to view the highly anticipated Thunder on the Mountain fireworks show.
5 Timely Ideas for a Fun Summer Outing in Birmingham
While your calendar may look different this summer, there is still plenty to do around the Magic City. Here are five ideas for a fun-filled summer outing in Birmingham.
4 Life Lessons From My Late Father
A daughter shares the most important lessons her late father taught her … ones she hopes to instill in her own future children.
5 Key Features Every Kitchen Should Have
If more time at home lately has you craving a kitchen makeover, Cyndy Cantley of Cantley & Co. has some expert advice. Here she shares five key features every kitchen should have.
Birmingham: How These Businesses Have Changed in Two Weeks
Meet five innovative Black women who own incredible small businesses in Birmingham. Learn more about what they do, and find out how their businesses have changed in light of recent events.
What’s Open in Birmingham — And How to Shop Safely
Birmingham businesses are slowly reopening. Here’s what’s open, what precautionary measures are being taken and all the details you’ll want to know.
16 Local FINDS to Welcome Summer
From summer home essentials to fashion must-haves and gift ideas for Dad, we’ve rounded up all the things you need to kick-off summer in style.
13 Rescheduled Birmingham Events for 2020
COVID-19 precautions have led to the cancelation and postponement of many Birmingham events. If you’re wondering where your favorite happening went, here’s what you need to know. (Image: Magic City Art Connection)
3 Birmingham Mural Tours You Can Take by Car
Need to get out of the house? Hop in the car and take any (or all) of these three Birmingham mural tours and relish the art that surrounds us.
15 Birmingham Consignment Shops to Shop — Both In-Store & Online
If you’re looking to score a great deal on a designer find, you’re in luck. Here are some of our favorite Birmingham consignment shops to check out, many of which you can shop online.
Save or Splurge? 9 Drugstore Makeup Dupes, Each Under $16
Drugstore makeup can be just as good — if not better — than the most luxury brands. Here are nine tried-and-true makeup dupes that can save you nearly $300!
Take a Driving Tour of These 14 Historic Birmingham Buildings
Ready to get out of the house and learn about Birmingham’s history? We mapped out the perfect route to see 14 historic buildings up close and personal. Image: Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau
10 Birmingham Flower Shops & Nurseries Offering Safe Shopping
Here are 10 local plant and flower shops offering delivery and curbside pickup in Birmingham. Image: Shoppe
8 Places to Order Mother’s Day Meals To Go in Birmingham
You can make Mom feel special this Mother’s Day by letting one of Birmingham’s best restaurants prepare your meal. Here’s where to order Mother’s Day meals to go. Image: Satterfield’s
What Locals Look Forward To Post-Quarantine
We asked some of our StyleBlueprint partners, friends and favorite Birmingham locals what they most look forward to when the quarantine is over. Here’s what they had to say.
10 Places to Order Premade Meals in Birmingham
From appetizers and frozen entrées to salads, soups, desserts and more, here are 10 places to order delicious premade meals in the Magic City. Image: Ashley Mac’s
Birmingham Farmers’ Markets: How to Shop & Support
Support your local farms and get fresh produce in return. Here’s your guide on how to enjoy produce when farmers’ markets aren’t operating as usual.
How to Care for Your Hair Until Salons Reopen
Birmingham salons are working hard to serve their clients now more than ever. See how these local businesses have shifted their operations, and learn how you can still maintain your locks at home. Plus, check out three hair tutorials to tide you over.
8 Places to Grab Cocktails To Go in Birmingham
Enjoy your favorite restaurant’s cocktails from the comfort of home. Here are eight local restaurants offering curbside cocktails you can grab and go.
10 Spring Bags You Can Shop Locally Online Starting at $32
Straw and rattan bags are on all the trend reports this season. Find the perfect bag while supporting local businesses and staying socially distant. Image: These Three Boutique
Read This Before You Rearrange Your Home
Before you start rearranging your home to ease your boredom, read these tips from local interior designers!
7 Places in Birmingham for Family To Go Meals
Ready for a break from the kitchen? Here are some Birmingham restaurants offering family meals to-go via delivery or curbside pickup.
Meet Three New Birmingham Babies
Meet three new Birmingham moms and their babies as they share their encouraging experiences of having a baby during the pandemic.
Need Wine, Birmingham? The Best Ways to Buy Wine & Spirits During Quarantine
From online ordering and curbside pickup to delivery options and virtual wine tastings, here’s how liquor and speciality beverage stores are getting their goods to the Birmingham masses.
Take a Virtual Tour of Birmingham’s Vulcan Park Right Here!
Check out this video: A virtual tour of Vulcan Park! Listen with the sound on for the best experience and then embark on a scavenger hunt.
What Birmingham Chefs are Cooking While We’re All at Home
Looking for some fresh recipes? See what Birmingham’s local chefs are cooking while we’re all spending more time at home.
18 April FINDS: Support Local Businesses Without Leaving Your Home
We’re welcoming a new month in the Magic City! From fashion and jewels to beauty and home goodies, support local businesses from the comfort of home.
Where to Get Easter Takeout in Birmingham
Even though dining out is not an option this year, you can still make Easter special and let some of Birmingham’s best local restaurants prepare your meal. Here’s where to order Easter takeout.
How Local Businesses are Supporting Healthcare Workers (& You Can, Too!)
Birmingham businesses are stepping up to support our local healthcare workers. See what they are doing and how you can get involved.
Birmingham Fitness Studios Offering Virtual Classes
If you want to get your body moving while responsibly social distancing, here are eight Birmingham fitness studios offering virtual classes.
A Very Special Edition of What to Wear
Meet the inspiring women behind PurpleStride and see gorgeous looks from local boutiques (that you can shop online) in this very special edition of What to Wear.
Wedding Postponement Advice from Southern Professionals
Spring brides, don’t panic! We’re sharing advice from Southern wedding professionals on how to effectively postpone your wedding (without losing your mind).
What It’s Like to Have a Baby During a Pandemic
Expectant mom-to-be? We’re sharing the advice of three Birmingham mothers who recently delivered their babies amid the rise of COVID-19.
16 Birmingham Shop Owners’ Favorite NEW March Products
Spring is right around the corner. Celebrate the season with these fabulous Birmingham FINDS brought to you by local shop owners.
20 Birmingham Events & Happenings: March 2020
From food-filled festivals to fun runs, this month is jam-packed with family-friendly events and concerts to celebrate the start of spring! Here are Birmingham’s March events.
14 Romantic February FINDS to Fall in Love With
Happy February, Birmingham! From sweet treats to services, gifts for him and more, we’re celebrating the month of love with these local FINDS!
What to Wear: February 2020 Events in Birmingham
February has arrived! We have selected some of the month’s top events to check out — here’s what to wear!
18 Birmingham Events & Happenings: February 2020
The Magic City is celebrating February with flair. From marathons and concerts to fundraiser galas and the arts, Birmingham’s event calendar is rocking!
16 Birmingham Events & Happenings: January 2020
Now that the holidays are behind us, keep the winter blues away with these fun and festive January events and happenings in Birmingham. Happy 2020!
Luxe Loves: Birmingham’s Upscale Holiday Gift Guide
Prepare to be dazzled! We’ve rounded up the most luxurious gifts and experiences in the Magic City. Here is Luxe Loves, your upscale Birmingham gift guide.
25 Under $50: Your Ultimate Birmingham Holiday Gift Guide
Spread the love with these budget-savvy gifts, and give ALL your loved ones something special without breaking the bank. Check out this year’s 25 Under $50 gift guide!
15 Birmingham Events & Happenings: December 2020
We all could use a little Christmas magic right now. These 15 December Birmingham events are full of holiday cheer and festive fun for the whole family!
Where to Shop on Small Business Saturday in Birmingham
We’ve rounded up some of our favorite small and local businesses in the Magic City to support this Small Business Saturday!
What to Wear: November Events in Birmingham
Whether heading to a festival or a fashionable night out, we have the looks you’ll love — and love to wear to some of November’s top events!
25 Birmingham Events & Happenings: October 2019
Whether you are hungry for some local goodies or looking for a good scare, October brings plenty of fun-filled happenings. Here are our top 25 Birmingham events!
What to Wear to October Events in Birmingham
Happy October, Birmingham! Today, we’re offering up style suggestions for some of this month’s top events.
10 Things To Do in Birmingham Before Summer Ends
The sun is setting on the summer season. Soak up every last minute of the long days with these 10 things to do in Birmingham before summer is over!
These FINDS are All About YOU!
Welcome to August! This month, we’re featuring 15 FINDS that we’ve discovered around the Magic City — and they are all about you!
5 New Fitness Studios to Try This Summer
It’s time to sweat, Birmingham. Find your next workout class with our guide to five new and noteworthy fitness boutiques in the Magic City!
What to Wear to July Events in Birmingham
July has arrived and it’s time to celebrate! Here’s what to wear to three of July’s best Birmingham events with the ladies from Brookwood Baptist Health.
17 Birmingham Events & Happenings: July 2019
Embrace the heat and get outside! Enjoy one of these 17 local concerts, festivals, theater events and more in Birmingham this July. Image: visitvulcan.com
24 Birmingham Events & Happenings: April 2020
Enjoy gentle breezes and warmer weather with these fun runs, festivals, performances and more! Here are our top picks for local events this April.