Melanie Fincher

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Melanie Fincher

I've been wearing sunscreen daily for over five years to help manage my hyperpigmentation, at the recommendation of my dermatologist. In that time, I've tried nearly a dozen sunscreens in search of one that works for my oily, acne-prone skin. Because I want to avoid a white-cast and get a little complexion-evening coverage, I tend to go for tinted sunscreens.

6 days ago | southernliving.com | Melanie Fincher

I'll be the first to admit it: I'm a chronic big bag carrier. My trusty tote comes with me everywhere, and while friends and family love to give me a hard time about it, they're also the first to ask for hand sanitizer or a bandage when I'm around. So, it's no surprise that I've long struggled to find a compact purse for weddings that still holds all of my not-so-minimal essentials. That was, until I found the Kate Spade Paige Convertible Crossbody Bag.

2 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Melanie Fincher

As Southerners, we know tailgating is serious business. And the difference between a tailgate that's a hit and one that falls flat often comes down to having the right gear. You need durable, portable equipment that's going to enhance the experience-not hold it back. We've tested hundreds of products, including portable grills, can coolers, and more, and we've narrowed it down to the absolute best. Add these items to your tailgate, and you're guaranteed to score big this football season.

3 weeks ago | southernliving.com | Melanie Fincher

Summer is right around the corner, and here in the South, that means church potlucks, backyard cookouts, park picnics, and plenty of good food to go around. Yeti's all-new Rambler bowls, available starting today, are built exactly for that. These versatile bowls are vacuum-insulated, so they’re designed to keep hot dishes warm all the way to the tailgate and cold dishes cool at the potluck. Not only that, but you can prep, transport, and serve your dish all in one—no container swap needed.

3 weeks ago | allrecipes.com | Melanie Fincher

Layers of vanilla custard, cookies, and sliced bananas are topped with whipped cream to make this quintessentially Southern dessert. But how did banana pudding come to be associated with the South? The truth is, there's no clear reason. It could be that the dish doesn't traditionally require baking, so it was good to make during the brutal summer heat. Or it could be that it can be made in large quantities, making it ideal for Southern social events like potlucks and tailgates.