BY DAVE DROSCHAK Amber Brennan was in her early 20s, working in corporate America for a big-box store, when she realized something was amiss in the global world of clothing…

Apex's creative new business: part artists' studio and part handmade gift shop BY SAMANTHA GRATTON If you’re looking for locally crafted treasures, stroll down the street in downtown Apex and…

This summer's looks embrace a vibrant fusion of retro aesthetics. BY SOFIA LUJAN STYLING | PHOTOS BY JESSICA BRATTON Breathable fabrics like linen offer cool comfort, while an emphasis on sustainable materials…