Susan Renfro

A pair of new stylists has deepened the design team at Creative Concepts, 541 Main Street in Highlands.

A few steps off Main Street in Highlands, Allison Diane Clothing is all about feel-good fashion that works from morning coffee to mountain evenings. Known for its blend of mountain charm and modern flair, the boutique offers a wearable mix of jeans, dresses, and handpicked accessories.

Inside Gracewear Boutique in Cashiers, there’s a sense of joy, light, and purpose. This cheerful, welcoming shop is the brick-and-mortar home of the Shield of Faith Jewelry Collection, a signature line of inspirational pieces that blend elegance with spiritual strength. Designed to be worn as daily armor, each bracelet, necklace, and ring in the collection carries a deeper meaning—faith in motion, beauty with intention.

Step inside Annawear and you’ll understand why it’s a Highlands favorite. Located in the historic Galax Theatre building, this vibrant boutique has been dressing locals and visitors since 1986. Owner Anna Herz brings a seasoned eye and a playful spirit to her ever-evolving mix of fashion, accessories, and personality-packed finds.

On the Verandah will stage an exclusive wine dinner spotlighting Oregon’s Torii Mor Winery, with expert guidance from Michael Searles of Grapevine Distributors at 6:00 P.M. Thursday, June 19. For reservations, visit ontheverandah.com or call (828) 526-2338.

The Restaurant at The Greystone Inn is elevating, invigorating, and deeply satisfying. Reservations are a very good idea – visit greystoneinn.com/dine or call (828) 885-3143.

In addition to the artistic creations on display, the Mountaintop Rotary Art & Craft Show offers an irresistible array of treats to enjoy or to take home, June 28-29 at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park.

Mountain Findings, the irreplaceable Highlands resale store and boon to local charities since 1969, has released its astonishing totals for its record-setting 2024.