Moving to Charlotte at 50: Why Now Was the Time

This Trinigals Chronicles blog post reflects on Nicole’s decision to move to Charlotte at age 50. It blends personal storytelling with lifestyle, design, and beauty inspiration—highlighting why the city was the perfect place to reinvent herself and expand Stacy Nicole Interiors. Readers are encouraged to embrace change, prioritize self-care, and redesign their lives with intention, no matter their age.

They say life begins at 40, but for me, it roared to life at 50. I packed up years of memories, hard-earned wisdom, and my favorite red lipstick—and moved to Charlotte. Why now? Because sometimes the only way to elevate is to relocate.

Born in Trinidad, raised in New York, seasoned by life in Florida, Georgia, and Maryland—I’ve worn many hats: daughter, mother, mortgage broker, designer, COO, survivor, and boss. But at 50, I realized I still hadn’t worn everyversion of me. Charlotte was calling, and I was finally ready to answer.

Reinvention Isn’t Just for Your Home—It’s for Your Soul

Design is in my bones. I’ve built a career helping others create soulful, functional spaces that reflect who they truly are. But what about me? I knew I needed a city that inspired me just as much as I inspired my clients. Charlotte—bold, creative, Southern yet modern—felt like the perfect canvas.

This wasn’t just a move for business. It was a move for balance. For community. For me.

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Charlotte Feels Like Coming Home (Without the Limits)

What I love about Charlotte? It's cosmopolitan without the ego, Southern without the small-mindedness. I found neighborhoods like SouthPark and Plaza Midwood where culture, community, and creativity flow like honey.

It’s a city that embraces Black female entrepreneurs. A city where design is taken seriously. And yes, where I can rock my natural curls and walk into a room with presence—and be seen.

Starting Fresh with a Full Life Behind Me

There’s power in starting over when you’ve already lived through it all. I’ve raised four incredible children, built businesses from scratch, survived meningitis and heartbreak, and found joy after divorce. So, when I showed up in Charlotte, I didn’t come empty—I came full.

Now, my days include designing for clients who value soul and structure, collaborating with bold creatives, indulging in luxury skincare, and enjoying a glass of red while planning my next trip. I’m not just working—I’m thriving.

Beauty, Business, and Boundaries

At 50, beauty means feeling whole. It’s about skincare that glows, spaces that breathe, and friendships that don’t drain. Charlotte gives me space to prioritize all of that. I’ve found a rhythm here—a balance between building legacy and living fully.

My business, Stacy Nicole Interiors, has flourished here in ways I never imagined. Charlotte is growing fast, and I’m bringing Trini flair, East Coast energy, and timeless design to homes, boutiques, and hospitality spaces across the city.

Why Now? Because I Finally Chose Me

Sometimes we wait for the perfect time to do the thing that’s been tugging at our spirit for years. I waited. I raised kids. I made money. I made mistakes. And then I made a move. Because 50 isn’t the end. It’s the freedom to live boldly, beautifully, and unapologetically.