SEWE is one of those rare events that still feels rooted in something real.
From a Red Clay Soul perspective, it’s not about the spectacle or the shopping—though both are excellent—it’s about the convergence of culture, craft, and conservation in a place that understands all three. It’s camo next to cashmere, bird dogs on cobblestone streets, and conversations that bounce effortlessly from fine art to fly rods to where you’re hunting next season. SEWE feels Southern in the best way: unpretentious, deeply knowledgeable, and quietly proud of its traditions. It’s a reminder that the sporting life isn’t a costume—it’s a culture, and when done right, it shows up with purpose, history, and soul.
There’s no one more synonymous with Southern Style than M. Dumas, located right on King Street. It’s impossible to stop in CHS without dropping in. In celebration of 2026 SEWE, we’ve partnered with some of our favorite brands to give one Red Clay Soul reader an INCREDIBLE package.
One winner will receive:
- $1000 gift card to M. Dumas to be used on Duck Head merchandise
- A custom M. Dumas x Brackish Bowtie
- A set of J. Earl & Sons Rocks Glasses
To Enter:
- Leave a comment below and let us know your favorite place in Charleston
- Tag three friends in the Red Clay Soul giveaway Instagram post (LINK HERE)
- Follow M. Dumas on Instagram
- Follow Duck Head on Instagram
- Follow J. Earl and Sons on Instagram
- Follow Red Clay Soul on Instagram
You must complete all six to be considered. We’ll run this giveaway through Thursday, February 12th, and announce the winners Friday the 13th (first day of SEWE!) around lunchtime.
Good Luck!
Thanks to each of the brands for providing the goods for the giveaway.
Home team
I honestly have never been to Charleston (unbelievable I know) but SEWE is high on my bucket list. I’ve heard so many great things about SEWE and just Charleston in general. Especially the food scene. I will get there one day!
Dunleavy’s hot dogs
Dunleavey’s hot dogs
Husk is always at the top of the list when we visit Chas
Can’t wait for SEWE this year! Got my tix in the mail yesterday. Favorite spot in Chucktown has got to be 167 Oyster Bar, can’t beat it.
Of all the shops and restaurants my favorite spot in Charleston is still St John the Baptist Cathedral. Absolutely beautiful.
I’m a history teacher, so I enjoyed Ft. Sumter and touring the older parts of town. And a slice of pecan pie from Kaminskys.
Pick me!!!
Enjoy visiting Rainbow Row and looking at the architecture and Folly Beach when we are in town.
Always have to stop at Leon’s
Strolling down Kings’s street after walking along the Battery & Rainbow Row is a must!
Love walking down king street and hitting the shops but also there are so many amazing restaurants … can’t even pick a favorite
Favorite places…?
Home team, Leon’s, husk, last saint
FIG. Hands down. No contest
Hall’s. We have one (or two if you count Hall’s Catch) in Nashville, but can’t beat the original.
So many to list! Clam chowder at the Wreck. Drinks at Post House Inn. Gnocchi with lamb bolognese at FIG. Walk across the Ravanel.
32.92881° N, 79.77715° W PB Red Drum caught here. Or a dive bar with 2-4 patio tables outside.
Hometeam Bbq (downtown location) or the beach at Sullivans
Where to begin…Bowen’s Island if it’s nice outside. Hall’s Chophouse or Anson for celebrating or just because. Walking on the battery.
Leon’s, Husk, King Street,
Rancho Lewis holds such a wide array of memories from big celebrations to quiet special moments that it takes the cake plus the Lloyd Lewis never misses
Favorite spots in Charleston have to be Halls or Peninsula Grill
Crosbys Fish & Shrimp Co! Easy!
Steak and a blantons followed by a great glass of cab at the bar at halls. cant beat it
I Honeymooned in Charleston. Love The open Market and old jail tour. Just walking the streets and a carriage ride.
Husk bar
Martin’s BBQ is at the top of the list for us. But, with many outhers close behind.