“Savannah’s resistance to change was its saving grace. The city looked inward, sealed off from the noises and distractions of the world at large. The ordinary became extraordinary. Eccentrics thrived. Every nuance and quirk of personality achieved greater brilliance in that lush enclosure than would have been possible anywhere else in the world.” – John Berendt
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THE PL ACE OF ELECTRIFYING E N T E R TA I N M E N T Enmarket Arena stands proudly with the support of Oak View Group (OVG), a renowned global leader in venue management. Together, their unwavering dedication to delivering excellence to Savannah is not just apparent but truly commendable. Enmarket Arena has quickly become a beloved fixture in Savannah, despite being open for just over a year. While many people are well-acquainted with the arena itself, from their preferred parking spots and seats to their favorite vendors and restroom breaks, there’s often little known about the individuals working behind the scenes. Driving the operations of Enmarket Arena is OVG, a management company that is motivated by their deep passion for live sports and entertainment, coupled with a strong desire to revolutionize the industry. They proudly declare themselves as disruptors, actively challenging the status quo. However, their influence extends beyond their own sphere, as they seek to impact and transform related industries as well. OVG’s core objective is to create the world’s finest venues, accomplished by developing and delivering topnotch products and fostering exceptional events and experiences. They believe in making long-term investments in people and the planet, prioritizing sustainability and community engagement. Recognizing the power of live events, OVG actively works to empower and strengthen communities, understanding their role as global citizens in mobilizing resources and driving positive change worldwide. With a strong dedication to ideas, OVG places safety, sustainability, and equitable diversity at the forefront of their endeavors. Their unwavering focus is on providing premium content that delivers a truly unique and memorable guest experience. OVG’s ultimate goal is to leverage their available resources to assist their clients in achieving their objectives and attaining unparalleled results. 620 STILES AVE., / SAVANNAH, GA ENMARKETARENA.COM
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THE PLACE OF UNMATCHED LUXURY Dillard-Jones is a distinguished leader in the field of luxury custom home builders. As a family-owned and operated company, they have garnered a stellar reputation for their exceptional craftsmanship in designing and building luxurious homes that epitomize elegance, innovation, and a commitment to creating unique living spaces. Dillard-Jones’ foundational philosophy centers on the belief that a home should go beyond being a mere structure; it should be a reflection of the homeowner’s unique tastes, necessities, and ambitions. What truly distinguishes their company is the innovative Design-Build-Dwell-Maintain process. Through close collaboration with their affiliated sister companies, Dillard-Jones offers an allencompassing array of services to fulfill the diverse needs of their clients. This collaborative approach includes partnerships with renowned designers from Four Square Studios, accomplished architects from West84 Architecture, creative designers from Tribus Interior Design, and Dillard-Jones Renovations, which provides a comprehensive range of home renovation and residential maintenance services. Through their wealth of experience, commitment to innovation, and an unwavering dedication to client satisfaction, Dillard-Jones has unquestionably solidified its standing as a leading luxury custom home builder. Their completed homes often breathe life into the homeowner’s envisioned vision, meticulously crafted through architectural mastery and an artistic approach to home construction. This relentless commitment to achieving excellence has made Dillard-Jones the ultimate choice for those seeking a distinct and rewarding building experience. 115 N. BROWN ST, SUITE 200, GREENVILLE, SC 549 NC-107, CASHIERS, NC 6 PROMENADE ST, BLUFFTON, SC DILLARDJONES.COM
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T H E P L A C E O F S TA R P O W E R Congratulations and thank you SCAD for 45 years of “Star Power.” The legacy, impact, and creative force that is the Savannah College of Art and Design celebrates becoming FORTY FIVE in its 2023-24 academic year. When you’re an institution as consistently and globally influential as SCAD, you celebrate anniversaries with a lot of pomp and circumstance. This year, the university saw the expansion of SCAD Atlanta with the mulit-purpose facility, FORTY FIVE added to FORTY and FORTY FOUR on Spring Street in Midtown. The new addition houses on-campus residential and academic resources for 400 students as well as a wellness center and amenities such as a lounge, pool, dining, and laundry; SCADshow, a new state-of-the-art theater including a mainstage that seats 700 and a black-box that seats 150; and a courtyard for open-air productions. A full year of events scheduled to acknowledge this milestone, kicked off at the start of the fall quarter with SCAD AnimationFest, which expanded this year to include gaming and virtual production, consistent with its leading role in a fast-growing industry, and welcomed execs and creatives from cornerstone media networks Netflix, Cartoon Network, FOX, FuseFX and more. SCAD Savannah Film Festival, the largest university run film festival in the world, welcomed more than 65,000 to the area and honored a laundry list of celeb guests, including George C. Wolfe, Jeff Nichols, Eva Longoria, Greta Lee, Ava Duvernay (director of much anticipated Origin, shot locally with over 50 SCAD students and alumni working on the film), and Kevin Bacon to name very few. Throughout the year, join in the festivities through interactive public events such as deFINE ART at SCAD Museum of Art in February as well as SCADstyle and Sidewalk Arts Festival in April. There are ongoing stage productions and screenings at Lucas and Trustees Theaters enchanting audiences throughout the year, and make sure to stop by SCADstory, shopSCAD, Gryphon, or Art’s Cafe whenever you’re on Bull Street near Madison Square.
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Zimmerman dress ($675) and Lizzie Fortunato tile earrings ($275) from MUSE at Perry Lane Plan C shoes ($645) from Hampden Clothing Gucci sunglasses ($535) and Jimmy Choo fuchsia bag ($1595) from Gwynn’s of Mount Pleasant Bernadette “George” dress ($965) from Hampden Clothing Lizzie Fortunato amethyst and peridot glass earrings ($250), Lisboa collar ($380) and Jennifer Liang silver & citrine Sea Urchin ring ($700) from MUSE at Perry Lane LOCATION: PERRY L ANE, LIBRARY
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T H E R E I S S O M E T H I N G D I S T I N C T LY S O U T H E R N A B O U T LO U N G I N G A R O U N D, C H I L L E D B E V E R A G E I N H A N D, E N J O Y I N G T H E S I G H T S , S M E L L S , A N D E X P E R I E N C E S T H AT S TA N D O U T A S F O D D E R F O R A F A U L K N E R N O V E L . T H I S T Y P E O F LU X U R I O U S R E L A X AT I O N C A N B E F O U N D AT T H E S E P R E M I E R H O T E L S , W H E R E E V E R Y S TAY B E G I N S W I T H A G R A C E F U L W E LC O M E A N D A GOOD DOSE OF SOUTHERN CHARM.
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Just as Edgar Degas was entranced by the graceful movements of dancers, it’s hard to deny the pull of the similarly elegant surroundings at the Perry Lane. Every detail of this establishment is curated to appeal to the soul of those looking for something different than that which is typically sought out. From the uniquely marbled floors to the extensive range of eclectic pieces of art, furniture, and decor, one can retreat here without missing out on the inspired energy that pulses throughout the city.
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Leo Lin bustier dress ($1,095) from Hampden Clothing Stuart Weitzman bow heels ($595) from Gwynn’s of Mount Pleasant LOCATION: PERRY L ANE, MURAL
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Greatest Southern
PHOTOGRAPHERS FEATURING SOUTHERN LANDSCAPES
TO BE A SOUTHERN PHOTOGRAPHER IS TO CAPTURE IMAGES OF A REGION WITH VAST NATURAL BEAUTY, DISTINCTIVE CULTURE, COMPLEX HISTORY AND INEXPLICABLE ETHOS. SOUTH PRESENTS THE FIRST OF TWO INSTALLMENTS OF CURATED WORKS FROM THE GREATEST PHOTOGRAPHERS WANDERING THE SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES.
MALCOM TULLY WORMSLOE PL ANTATION, SAVANNAH, GA
A breathtaking avenue sheltered by live oaks and Spanish moss leads to the tabby ruins of Wormsloe, the colonial estate of Noble Jones (1702–1775). Jones was a humble carpenter who arrived in Georgia in 1733 with James Oglethorpe and the first group of settlers from England. Wormsloe’s tabby ruin is the oldest standing structure in Savannah. @tullyimages
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[ THE HISTORICAL GRAYSON STADIUM ]
the Place of the Bananas Grayson Stadium, with its rich historical legacy, has now become the home of the Bananas baseball team. The iconic venue, steeped in history, provides a fitting backdrop for the spirited games and entertainment the Bananas bring to Savannah. The fusion of tradition and modern excitement makes each game at Grayson Stadium a memorable experience for both baseball enthusiasts and fans of the Bananas.
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SOUTH MAGAZINE’S SPECIAL COLLEC TOR’S EDITION
P L A C E S of the S O U T H E I G H T E E N Y E A R S O F E X C E L L E N C E S A LU T I N G T H E G R E AT E S T D E S T I N AT I O N S O F T H E C O A S TA L S O U T H
T H E S T Y L E O F T H E N E W S O U T H H S O U T H M A G . C O M H S AVA N NA H , G E OR G I A H A DI V I S I ON OF BA D I N K