LIFE BEYOND FIRST CLASS
DESIGN & ARCHTIECTURE
SOUTHERN CHARM,
BRITISH GRACE
The Carolina Collection by Mrs. Alice, inspired by The Dunlin and debuting in the U.S., brings a British twist to Southern hospitality with tableware that captures the natural elegance and charm of coastal Lowcountry living.
KATHERINE GANNON
PHOTOGRAPHY: ANNE RHETT
There’s something timeless about a beautifully set table—especially when it captures the soul of a place. That’s exactly what unfolds in The Carolina Collection, a new tableware line born from the transatlantic partnership between The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, and Mrs. Alice, the British homeware brand beloved for its whimsical, ready-to-entertain tablescapes. Shot entirely on location at The Dunlin, a serene sanctuary tucked along South Carolina’s Kiawah River, the collection marries English charm with Lowcountry ease—and it does so with both refinement and soul.
Step into the scene: morning mist curling over tall marsh grasses, Spanish moss swaying from ancient oaks, and a gentle breeze lifting the scent of salt and jasmine from the water’s edge. A long table is set beneath a canopy of green, linen napkins catching the light, scalloped plates gleaming in soft tones of blue and ivory, wicker chargers grounding the table in texture and warmth. It’s the kind of table that doesn’t just invite you to sit—it asks you to stay awhile.
Inspired by the layered beauty of the Lowcountry—from the tidal blues and soft marsh greens to the tactile traditions of wicker, lace, and floral embroidery—The Carolina Collection is a love letter to the art of outdoor dining. Its palette evokes cool shade on a hot summer day, the hush of dusk over the water, and the timeless rhythm of Southern living. “There’s something truly special about the South,” says Alice Naylor-Leyland, founder of Mrs. Alice. “It’s the beauty, warmth, and joy of Southern hospitality I’ve tried to install into our new Carolina Collection.”
The collection features four signature tablescapes, each echoing a moment in the day: from breakfast under the veranda to golden-hour cocktails by the river. Coastal blues and breezy greens pair effortlessly with elegant rattan accents and botanical motifs. Woven napkins, delicate tablecloths, and scalloped edge china bring dimension and story to every setting. It’s a collection that feels both curated and effortless—a bridge between tradition and a relaxed, barefoot kind of luxury.
While Mrs. Alice has long been a favorite in Britain, this marks the brand’s first full U.S.-shot collection and one of its most heartfelt collaborations to date. The Dunlin, with its tranquil beauty and deep-rooted sense of place, serves not only as backdrop but as muse—its textures, colors, and spirit infused into every element of the design.
Available now via Mrs. Alice’s website, with U.S. fulfillment for effortless delivery, The Carolina Collection offers hosts a new way to bring meaning and beauty to the table. Whether setting a quiet supper beneath a magnolia tree or gathering friends for Sunday brunch on the terrace, this collection captures what great entertaining has always been about: connection, joy, and the art of making guests feel wonderfully at home.
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