Styling a Silk Scarf 3 Ways Using the Same Square Knot

Portrait view of Katherine wearing floral silk scarf tied in cowboy bib style.

Learn 3 ways to style a silk scarf using the same simple square knot, featuring the blooming petal silk scarf from Sarah Flint! A scarf is my favorite accessory for fall! Especially, a silk scarf made in Italy, hand painted, and decorated with the most gorgeous blooms! I was literally tickled pink when the Sarah…

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A Hostess Caftan for the Holidays

Katherine of Pender & Peony sitting on settee sipping tea in blue caftan

Entertaining at home for the holidays? Throw on a fab caftan for just the right mix of casual chic and comfort! Comfort and style don’t have to be at odds! There is something to spice up leisure-wear, and no it’s not leggings. Whether you are going for the 60’s glam vibe or boho-chic the caftan…

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A Chic & Pink White Christmas Tree

Katherine hanging an ornament on colorful Christmas tree

Decorate a white Christmas tree with oodles of color, paper snowflakes, chic ornaments, and vintage charm for a bright, festive look sure to make everyone smile! Mama taught me to never go half-way: “If one is pretty, two is prettier,” she always said. So when I decided to go with bold, colorful hues for my…

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My Casual Fall Uniform

Close up of my casual fall uniform

A casual fall uniform for those hectic schedules you can throw on and get out the door, while still looking smart and pulled together. When life gets hectic like it does in the autumn sometimes you just need that grab and go casual outfit that is simple yet chic, pulled together but not fussy, and…

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Fashion Color Story: Violet & Chocolate

Fashion collage of violet and chocolate styles for fall looks

The color story I’m obsessing over this fall is vibrant violet and lush chocolate. Y’all know I love bold colors for fall. With the riot of hues outside, I just can’t help but want to mimic that beauty in my autumn wardrobe. While I’m usually drawn to deep orange and rich amber, this year purple…

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The Charming Index – July

Sycamore Hill Blueberries

Hello lovely peonies! I know it has been far too quiet hear on P&P, and I do apologize for totally disappearing for almost two months. Honestly, I simply got so caught up in transitioning to farm life that I just haven’t had the energy for anything else. In May, I made the thrilling and scary…

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The Prettiest Day Dress with Vintage Vibes

Katherine from Pender & Peony in a green and white day dress - maxi length with vintage vibes

Pretty day dresses with vintage vibes to make you feel feminine and charming like this green and white maxi-dress does for me! I feel like an absolute knockout in this day dress. Sure, the cut is flattering and the print is pretty, but really it is the relaxed femininity and vintage vibes that set this…

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Classic Spring Accessories

Freshen up your wardrobe with a few classic spring accessories for a pop of pastel and floral fancy

Freshen up your wardrobe with a few classic spring accessories for a pop of pastel and floral fancy! With spring comes warm sunny weather, fresh green foliage, and pretty blossoms which call for classic spring accessories in pastel hues. My must have accessories for the season are floral scarves, pastel flats, pretty pearls, strappy sandals,…

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Black and Sparkly for NYE

Blonde woman in black and sparkly going out look for NYE

A black and sparkly going out look for winter or NYE – throw on something sparkly, pop some bubbly, and let’s head out on the town y’all! Don’t you just love an excuse to get all gussied up and head out on the town? New Year’s Eve is the perfect excuse to don something sparkly…

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Jingle Belle Time is a Swell Time

All the Christmas feels with a Carolina tree farm and the right Christmas jumper: Jingle Belle!

All the Christmas feels with a Carolina tree farm and the right Christmas jumper! The Christmas magic simply cannot begin until I’ve traveled to the Christmas tree farm on Big Ridge! Usually, we are there every Thanksgiving helping my family with the mad dash of festive families all on the hunt for their perfect tree,…

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