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the real raleigh :: Marie Cox

The Real Raleigh / January 29, 2019


Name Marie Cox
Occupation VP of finance


Who do you live with My three kids and my crazy Boston terrier
What’s your sign Taurus


Describe your style in 3 words eclectic, modern and layered
Indispensable design element Art (always buy the art)


Tell us about this house – how long have you been here?   Did you have any big projects? I bought this house almost three years ago and basically gutted it. I did lots of work myself, but also hired out projects that I needed assistance on like plumbing and electrical. I finished the entire basement as well and added a media room and a guest bedroom down there. I’d like to focus more on the outside like adding a hot tub and doing some landscaping this coming year.


Dream dinner party guests Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, Rachel Maddow, Denzel Washington and Oprah Winfrey
What do you bring with you everywhere you go? NARS lipstick in my fav color catfight


Two things you love about your job That I’m a black female executive in a male dominated industry ( representation matters ) and that my company’s focus is on really helping people reach their financial goals


favorite cocktail Tito’s & Tonic
always in your refrigerator ginger ale because I don’t do any other soda and Greek yogurt


3 things you love about this house My deck, the creek in my backyard and the abundance of natural light
book you’re reading right now Democracy in black


what would be your perfect weekend? As a mom I feel like I’m always busy so a perfect weekend for me would be to not have any obligations, sleeping in and a coffee date with my boyfriend
favorite place to get coffee in raleigh Sola hands down best Caramel latte in the city


best concert you’ve ever been to I have been to so many Beyoncé concerts and her shows are always the absolute best. I don’t care how many times you’ve gone you leave the concert totally empowered and wanting to take over the world
what’s your newest music discovery Ari Lennox ( she’s super soulful)


necessary extravagance/simple indulgence candles and fresh flowers
favorite song right now You by Nicole bus


style mantra all black everything
scent Arizona by proenza schouler


favorite places to score finds for your home I love cb2 and vintage stores
fabric or textile you adore African prints


last place you traveled NYC
what did you bring back a sequin blazer from Zara


piece of jewelry my vintage gold razor blade charm
style icon Khalana barnfield brown


fave place to buy clothes Nordstrom, Zara and ASOS
if you were a boxer, what song would you walk out to Hypnotize by Biggie 


how do you unwind I light candles and listen to old school R&B
color I never tire of olive green


your favorite 3 things in your house My vintage Moroccan rug in my bedroom, my Sally King Benedict painting and my leather bench in my living room
what would you save in a fire my photos


fave piece of clothing right now my Gucci booties
the farthest you have been from home Italy


weekend destination NYC
all-time fave city Rome


what surprises you about raleigh I love how hip Raleigh is, but it really still has a nice hometown feel
favorite restaurant I don’t think I have a favorite restaurant. There are so many really cool places to eat in Raleigh and I’m constantly exploring new spots.


go-to color palette anything neutral
netflix obsession my latest one was innocent man


what’s the most important thing you’ve learned this year (so far!)  that you’ll survive even your worst day

you can follow marie on instagram here, and here are some fun picks to shop marie’s style!

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Comments

  1. AB says

    January 29, 2019 at 11:26 pm

    This was such a good one! Love her art collection, and it’s so great to see this diversity – representation does matter 🙂

    Reply
    • jamie.meares@gmail.com says

      January 30, 2019 at 12:54 pm

      such a good one, right!?

      Reply
    • RD says

      January 30, 2019 at 9:00 pm

      Agreed! Loved this one.

      Reply
  2. Nasilele Holland says

    January 29, 2019 at 11:45 pm

    Beautiful woman and home!!! She has such amazing style!

    Reply
  3. Zavia says

    January 30, 2019 at 12:09 am

    MY MOM IS THE BEST!!

    Reply
    • jamie.meares@gmail.com says

      January 30, 2019 at 12:53 pm

      she really is!!

      Reply
  4. Nicole says

    January 30, 2019 at 9:48 am

    Could study her style for HOURS! Plus, liberal use of books and plants… love, love, love

    Reply
    • jamie.meares@gmail.com says

      January 30, 2019 at 12:54 pm

      all the plants and books – looks great!

      Reply
  5. Bridget says

    January 30, 2019 at 1:43 pm

    I love her home, her jewelry, her art collection, her wardrobe style! Inspiration for days and days. This was a good one- thanks Furbish and thanks Marie for sharing with us.

    Reply
  6. Amanda Mc says

    January 30, 2019 at 3:01 pm

    The wall behind her bed is so, so good.

    Reply
  7. Jenna says

    January 30, 2019 at 4:30 pm

    Loving everything about this… and outfit goals in the first pic!! Mind sourcing the bodysuit if still available?

    Reply
    • Marie says

      January 31, 2019 at 6:38 pm

      Girl H&M!

      Reply
  8. Courtney says

    January 30, 2019 at 5:00 pm

    So in love with her home and style! A+ post!

    Reply
  9. Marquez says

    January 30, 2019 at 5:41 pm

    I love, love, love the design. I love how its layered and the eclectic feel. I also think Marie looked breath taking.

    Reply
  10. Kirsten says

    January 30, 2019 at 6:35 pm

    She’s amazing and I love her home. As the first comment said- representation matters so I’m so pleased to see this lovely lady reppin Raleigh!

    Reply
  11. Alexis says

    January 30, 2019 at 9:32 pm

    Great home, dope style! Glad to see this post and this diversity!

    Reply
  12. Kelly says

    January 30, 2019 at 11:35 pm

    Her style is exquisite! I want to go art shopping with her! I could look at these pics all day, such great eye candy!

    Reply
  13. Nitza says

    January 30, 2019 at 11:48 pm

    Amazing style and so beautiful…

    Reply
  14. Keisha says

    January 31, 2019 at 4:02 pm

    hands down FAVORITE Real Raleigh interview. LOVE LOVE LOVE

    Reply
  15. Shavonda says

    February 1, 2019 at 9:20 pm

    Yes Yes YESSSS! I love Marie and I am so happy to see her and her amazing home featured here. Ive been sharing like crazy on IG all week because MAN IS IT GOOD. Representation absolutely does matter . Thank you for this treat Jamie.

    Reply
  16. Rob says

    February 16, 2019 at 7:55 am

    Very interesting. Amazing sense of design and personal style. I’m so proud of you, cuz!

    Reply

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