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A Place to Belong

As we approach the final week of Pride 2026, we wanted to spotlight a second queer-led, life-affirming nonprofit organization in South Carolina. Founded in 1995 by a father who wanted tostand up for—and stand beside—his gay son…

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Pierced to Perfection

Body art is serious business in 2026. Forget about tattoos for a moment (although we at FigMagazine do love some cool ink) and think about all the places you can get pierced—and all theincredible jewelry you can wear in those piercings…

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Opera for Everyone

Let’s be real for a moment: for many Gen X-ers and Millennials, our first exposure to opera came through Julia Roberts as Vivian, moved to tears while attending her first opera alongside Richard Gere in the film Pretty Woman…

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Get Spoleto Ready – The Window Competition is Back

Celebrate 250 years of American Spirit - and Charleston creativity - one window at a time. Buckle up, buttercups, because it’s time to star-spangle your banners and pull out your grand old flags!

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The Archive is a Must Visit

Where Dark Academia Comes to Life Dark Academia is having a moment. From bestselling book lists filled with moody romantasy—magical scholars wandering gothic campuses—to interior design magazine layouts drenched in deep blues, greens…

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