St. Louisans are invited to honor Veterans and military service members at the 41st Annual St. Louis Regional Veterans Day Observance in Downtown St. Louis on Saturday, November 9. This special parade and ceremony celebrates the bravery and dedication of those who have served the nation, and all are welcome to join the festivities and express their gratitude. Learn more.
Read MoreOn November 23, Gateway Arch Park Foundation opens the ninth annual Winterfest to guests, transforming Kiener Plaza into an enchanting winter spectacle against the backdrop of the iconic Gateway Arch. This beloved holiday season celebration promises a magical experience for visitors of all ages in the heart of Downtown St. Louis. Learn more.
Read MoreOn Saturday, October 26th, Lococo Art Publisher’s Matt Mercer had the privilege of attending the Annual Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Gala. The fundraising dinner’s goal was to help fuel the work for LGBTQ+ equality, and to gather together in solidarity. In addition to his table of ten, hundreds of supporters filled the ballroom of downtown’s tony Hyatt Regency Hotel. The gathering was there to celebrate this year’s mission, PEOPLE, PURPOSE, PROGRESS. The event raised thousands of dollars in support of HRC’s mission – to support, protect and defend every member of the community. Read more.
Read MoreDía de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a beloved Latinx cultural tradition celebrated this year in St. Louis on Saturday, November 2nd and Sunday, November 3rd. During this time, Mexicans build ‘ofrendas,’ altars adorned with marigold flowers, candles, sugar skulls, and the favorite foods and drinks of their deceased loved ones. The purpose is to welcome back the spirits of the departed, bridging the gap between the living and the dead. This year the Missouri History Museum and Delmar Loop are recognizing Día de los Muertos with two separate celebrations that bring the recognition of the Day of the Dead to life. Learn more here.
Read MoreFront steps fill with pumpkins, jack-o’-lanterns glow with flickering light, and kids — just like Halloween enthusiasts everywhere — eagerly prepare for the festivities. For many of us, Halloween is a cherished tradition filled with costumes, candy and laughter. Yet for neurodivergent children, Halloween can be challenging. Since the whole world is celebrating, it is important that sensory-challenged children feel included in the holiday. Pathways.org, a resource for parents and healthcare professionals that offers free tools for child development, can help. Learn more.
Read MoreAutumn is the perfect time to slow down, build a fire, grab some apple cider and sit down for a good read. Here are some Sophisticated Living recommendations. And since your stoves and ovens will soon be heating up for the holidays, we’ve got some books you may want to pick up to make sure you put your best foot forward during this coming season of mirth. Perhaps you are a bibliotaph yourself. If so, sample of our selections.
Read MoreFall is peak wedding season and for many the most romantic time of year — after all, it’s the day when couples “tie their eternal knot” of love. Everything must be perfect. The dress. The tux. The flowers. The venue. The reception. And the food. Yes, the food. The food at the reception says it all. Discover a stylish wedding venue many of St. Louis’ elite are talking about and recommending. Discover Vicia, a place that reflects sophisticated taste levels. Read more.
Read MoreIt’s autumn in St. Louis. As the days of Fall 2024 dwindle down to the precious few, the leaves are finally transforming. They are unmasking. The cooler nights we are having are changing the fall foliage into vivid reds, yellows, and oranges — the signatures of the season. Seize the season. Wrap yourself in it and savor each luxurious drop of it. Celebrate the season — the time of year where humid-free warm days give way to chilly nights. Wrap yourself in sophisticated splendor this year. Here are a few decadently autumnal ways in which you can.
Read MoreThe St. Louis Jewish Book Festival is set to begin Saturday, November 2 with an explosive interview with Mickey Bergman about his book, In The Shadows: True Stories of High-Stakes Negotiations To Free Americans Captured Abroad. Learn more here about the 2024 festival.
Read MoreRead here how Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation was begun by an 8-year-old little girl raising money at her lemonade stand. Recently, Northwestern Mutual Clayton hosted its annual fundraiser, “Cocktails for a Cure,” The $110,000 raised will be donated to long-time partner Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) to further research for childhood cancer and support families affected by a diagnosis.
Read MoreCan you believe it? 2024 will soon be a memory and we will turn the page to a new calendar year. As Sophisticated Living St. Louis soon writes a new chapter as we celebrate the anniversary of 12 years in publication, let’s take a moment to look at each of our 2024 cover stories.
As the year comes to a close soon, as always, Craig and the entire team at Sophisticated Living St. Louis wishes you the best, as for almost 12 years we live up to our motto – bringing you “St. Louis’ Finest.”
Read MoreOur owner and publisher, Craig Kaminer, was recently interviewed on the St. Louis Bucket List Show. Watch the full interview here. It’s a good one that explores his career from PR guru where he pitched stories and crafted integrated marketing campaigns for clients ranging from the emerging to the Fortune 100, to being on the other side of the fence where high-profile movers and shakers who cater to the luxury lifestyle. Now, on the precipice of a dozen years of owning the magazine, Sophisticated Living is the #1 pre-eminent source for EVERYTHING luxury in St. Louis and beyond.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered what St. Louis looked like before the Gateway Arch was here? Ever thought about what the landscape was like? The cityscape was quite different. There was no Clayton. There was no Ladue. There was no Chesterfield or Wildwood. While the land existed, these places were a vast wilderness beyond the city borders. Now, you can see St. Louis from its very beginnings by way of maps — rarely seen before in a new coffee table book hot off the presses — Mapping St. Louis. Read more.
Read MorePocketparks once again helps Downtown St. Louis “putt” its best foot forward. A local nonprofit known for transforming underused spaces into vibrant community hubs, this month, Pocketparks unveils its sixth park, the Laclede’s Landing Active Art Park and Disc Golf Putting Course. Read here how, in a city of parks, no park is a small park in an unending quest for urban revitalization.
Read MorePerched high above Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Grange Estate is the famed wine region’s newest luxury lodging option. Take a look at one of the newest acquisitions under the Foley Entertainment Group umbrella that stretches from the West Coast of the USA all the way to New Zealand -- the commonality being nature's beauty and good wine. Read more here.
Read MoreThe elegant 2-story downtown Gatsby Ballroom at The Alverne will soon again fill with benefactors for Art of PAWS & People. Presented by Purina on October 12, from 7 to 10 p.m., the annual Vivent Health fundraiser features music, abundant hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, and an auction of one-of-a-kind art donated by local and national artists. Proceeds raised at Art of PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) & People provide pet food and veterinary care assistance for Vivent Health’s patients’ pets, as well as comprehensive, integrated HIV prevention, care, and treatment for all those they serve in the St. Louis area. Learn more here.
Read MoreTravel to the world of third-generation hotelier Valentina De Santis, whose properties on Northern Italy's Lake Como will have you basking in grandeur and enjoying the sweet life. This past spring, the princess of pop, Taylor Swift, dipped her toe into their la dolce vita. When she and Travis Kelce stayed at the De Santis Villa Sola Cabiati, they made it "Insta famous", sharing pics of the exquisitely restored 12-bedroom, 16th-century lakefront villa, which typically rents for $21,000 /night, with their millions of Insta followers. Dip into the uber-luxurious world here.
Read MorePedal the Cause started as a ride in 2010, and now has evolved into a dynamic community mobilized for change, fueled by hope and united in their commitment to curing cancer. To date, Pedal the Cause has funded 229 cancer research projects – 177 adult and 52 pediatric through the donation of more than $46 million, creating real, tangible impact in the fight against cancer. Although raindrops fell, spirits were high and thousands of much-needed dollars were raised. See for yourself how the region came together for the cause.
Read MoreWelcome to the whimsical and wonderful palace life at the Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris. While just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, the hotel feel worlds away, nestled in a chic residential area. Terrifically theatrical and taking cues from the 1940s and onwards, the Philippe Starck-orchestrated interiors in public spaces and the 149 guestrooms and suites are heavily focused on contemporary art and mirrored surfaces. The mirror has two faces. Take a look at this mirrored, gleaming Parisian gem.
Read MoreGet ready, St. Louis art lovers! October and November are the months to “fall” in love with renowned artist Kenny Scharf. Trip the fantastic world of “Woodz ‘N Thingz”, a portfolio exhibition responding to the dire health of the planet. Walk into Square One Gallery in the Central West End October 18 through November 22nd, and you will discover why the gallery and Lococo Fine Art Publisher teamed up to bring Scharf’s works to you – the art afficionados of our fair burg. Learn more here.
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