Preppy Podcast

Shannon Arniel and Meredith Carmody are the co-founders of Midspring, a preppy women’s golf and activewear brand designed to bridge the gap between performance and feminine style.

Best friends since childhood, Shannon and Meredith grew up playing golf together in Connecticut, where their shared love for the game—and frustration with the lack of stylish, flattering women’s golf apparel—sparked the idea for their brand decades later. Their journey spans friendship through school, careers, marriage, and motherhood, all while staying connected through golf.

Shannon brings deep fashion industry experience, having worked with brands and retailers including Barneys New York, Kate Spade, Evereve and Brandon Maxwell. Meredith contributes a strong background in retail and a lifelong connection to golf as both a family tradition and business networking tool.

Inspired by the season when golf returns and confidence blooms, Midspring was created to help women feel stylish and empowered from the course to everyday life. 

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SJ Bailey is an Atlanta-based tastemaker and the founder and designer of SJ Bailey Co., a jewelry brand known for its lightweight, heirloom-inspired earrings. With a background in brand marketing and event planning, she has grown SJ Bailey Co. into a beloved name for brides and special occasions. Through SJ Bailey Curated, she also shares her love of collected interiors, antiques, entertaining, and thoughtful everyday living. Shop at https://sjbaileyco.com/ 

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Fête & Vignette was created to be Birmingham's go-to source for tabletop event rentals, styling, florals, and decorative accents designed to elevate everyday and occasions. We offer curated rentals to make your events unforgettable and hosting more effortless. 

Founded by Dorothy Branch, a former photo stylist for a magazine production company, Fête & Vignette was born out of Dorothy’s love for creating stunning tablescapes, floral arrangements, and designing spaces that tell a story. Dorothy’s background in styling for editorial shoots, where she crafted beautiful settings for various themes and events, has equipped her with an eye for detail and a passion for bringing beauty into every setting.

Fête & Vignette is here to help you curate your perfect event or styled space. Whether you're hosting a special celebration or simply wanting to refresh your home, Dorothy’s vision of bringing beauty and joy through every table setting and floral arrangement is at the heart of everything we do. 

As we've grown, we've expanded the mission of effortless entertaining through the creation of a purchasable collection of tablecloths and accessories loved especially for mahjong hosting!

Enjoy 10% off their purchasable inventory with code FVPREPPY at https://feteandvignette.com/collections/purchase

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Founded by Cathy Burgess, The Burgess Collection was born from a desire to redefine modern Luxury for women. Inspired 
By her love for Newport; a beautiful seaside city in Rhode Island. 
Born and raised in Rhode Island, Cathy studied fashion and retail in Boston. She started her career as a fashion sales rep for high end women's clothing. Cathy realized her potential to create her own brand and began designing and curating a line that she loved and felt was missing in the industry. Today, The Burgess Collection can be found in stores across the country making women feel their best. Shop at https://www.theburgesscollection.com/

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Danielle is a self trained watercolor artist and designer. She lives in Scituate, MA on Boston’s South Shore with her husband, two sons, and rescue dog. She found her creativity when starting her blog, Finding Silver Pennies, which has grown into a lifestyle brand and shop. Her work is inspired by the nature in her coastal town. Her work has been featured on WCVB’s Made in Mass and in What Women Create, South Shore Home Life, and Style, Boston Globe Magazine and more.  It’s her goal to help everyone find their inner creativity. Use code PreppyPodcast for 10% off at https://www.findingsilverpennies.com/ 

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Kelly Hughes Designs is a stationery and gift company with a mission to spark happiness through our whimsical and delightful designs! All of our artwork is hand-illustrated by Kelly. She pays attention to the smallest details in products, with a focus on delivering high quality merchandise that brings joy to everyday life. Shop at https://kellyhughes.com/ 

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KAHORA has a distinct style that combines sophistication and femininity with a fun aesthetic. In 2021, KAHORA began with one silhouette-The La Guerite- and has naturally grown into a capsule collection of timeless dresses.

KAHORA inspires all women to embrace their individuality with confidence. Their artisans pay meticulous attention to the finer aspects of construction, ensuring that every piece is crafted with care. They only cut a small number of garments for each style intentionally, as we strive to keep our waste to a minimum.  Shop at https://kahorapalmbeach.com/ and use code preppypodcast20 for 20% off 

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Made from sustainable raw materials in our family factory, ShoreBags's mission is to help reduce the amount of single-use plastic in the environment and empower local communities. We believe in ethical and fair manufacturing practices, transparent supply chains and creating bags that reflect the best in functionality and eco-fashion. Shop at https://shorebags.com/ and use code "FRIENDS30" for 30% off. 

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Flaire Lighting is a luxury brand redefining the world of portable, battery operated lighting. The story began with our founders, husband and wife team Andrew and Claire, who saw an opportunity while searching for a battery-powered lamp for their charming 1920s home, which had limited outlets. Frustrated by the lack of unique, functional options, Claire immediately began sketching ideas for a new design. Her vision was simple: add a little FLAIR to every space, while creating the most durable and high quality lamp on the market at a price point one could justify for the quality. With experience as an interior designer in the hospitality industry, Claire has a deep understanding of the need for lighting that was both beautiful and practical. Having designed lighting for luxury hotels and restaurants, she knew that her lamp had to stand out by being stylish, functional, and exceptional. Moving away from the frustrating touchpad technology found in most battery lamps, she introduced the signature acrylic knob, combining on/off and dimming functionality in one elegant, intuitive design. After months of development and refinement, they  proudly launched their first style: THE ELIZA. Shop at https://flairelighting.com/

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Timeless Grace Lifestyle Wear is a woman-owned small business based in St. Louis, Missouri, dedicated to helping women thrive in the many dimensions of modern life. We create luxurious yet functional garments that offer full coverage, comfort, and confidence—designed to support today’s woman in every role she embraces. Use code preppy20 for 20% off at https://timelessgracewear.com/

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