Sweet Magnolias

There are three important symbols that represent the character and demeanor of Southern women. The first is the beautiful Magnolia Tree that represents our strength and resilience. 

The magnolia tree is not only a thing of beauty, a staple in many a southern home, but it also tough and is able to stand the hardest of conditions. Magnolia trees also offer a welcoming area of shade for all who want to relax under its fragrant flower, so much shade that grass is unable to grow around it's base. By not letting grass grow around us, we can take a lesson from the magnolia tree by always staying on the go and living life to the fullest. 

Next, the term "Steel Magnolia" is always in the Southern Belle Dictionary. What does it mean? A Steel Magnolia is any southern women who has gone through her share of strife with dignity and her head held high. They are strong, tenacious, and very wise. Hollywood is always on a never-ending quest to capture a steel magnolia's charm and grace. They can be so inspiring. Such "Steel Movie Icons" are Steel Magnolias, The Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, Fried Green Tomatoes, and the original, Scarlett O'Hara in Gone With the Wind. 

In the south, the beauty of the magnolia is found everywhere. From the blooming trees that line front yards of magnificent plantation style houses to the strong women who make them home, 'Steel Magnolias' will always be a part of the South's rich past, present, and future. In closing, I have included a classy outfit that every Belle can wear with confidence, even in the deep south humidity.

Until next time,

kCa