A Sophisticated Guide to Valentine's '25
The season of love is here. Valentine’s Day this year is on Friday, February 14th, and for many that’s just the beginning of a weekend when one can say, “I love you, let me count the ways.” Whether you celebrate the day of hearts itself, or if cupid’s arrow strikes your heart during the entire month of February, we’ve got you covered at Sophisticated Living. Here, we have compiled a list of things to share with that special someone in your life. Coupled, single, whatever. There’s sure to be something that will tickle your fancy as you scroll our list during this season when Cupid tickles fancies.
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20 Romantic Things To Do or Give For Valentine's Day in St. Louis and Beyond
The season of love is here, and cupid’s arrow is about to set hearts ablaze for the next week, perhaps even longer. Following is a sampling of ways that you might celebrate the day that is set aside annually for all things romantic. Whether you want to plan a night out with your paramour, give a choice piece of jewelry to your love, send a custom-designed floral bouquet to your boo, go solo to a Valentine’s event in search of romance, or give the love of your life a romantic trip, here lie twenty possibilities that await your perusal.
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How to Support Small Businesses: WintrMarkt STL
Want to avoid the hassle of Black Friday shopping while supporting small businesses here in St. Louis? We have the perfect solution!
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Sophisticated Travel: Asheville, North Carolina
Offering easy access to the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the charms of Asheville, the historic Applewood Manor elevates the typical bed and breakfast experience.
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Metro Medspa: A Walk-In Botox Bar
Although talking about Botox was considered taboo several years ago – the reality is that more people are using it (whether they talk about it or not). So meet Metro Medspa, a walk-in Botox Bar.. among other things!
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STL's Spookiest Spots: Halloween 2021
Don’t be scared… Halloween is this weekend! After a year of abbreviated celebrations due to the pandemic, this year is shaping up to be frightfully fun. If you’re too big to go trick or treating, here’s how SL is celebrating Halloween 2021.
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Keep on Truckin'!
A motto we all need to hear every once in a while, especially these days… Taking this idea to heart, SL has rounded up some of our favorite trucks, fresh off the line for 2022.
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For Those Who Hoard Books...
Bibliotaph (n): one that hides away or hoards books. Sound like you? Good! SL has a full list of our favorite books that have been “Nurtured by Nature” in our current issue. Here are a few stand outs…
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A Sneak Peek Into Our Next Issue
With September just around the corner, SL is putting the finishing touches on our next issue! Get an exclusive look into what is coming up next right here.
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Get Glowing with Amy Jane Beauty and Bronze
The concept of a spray tan can often conjure images of an orange Ross on Friends. Luckily, Amy Jane Beauty and Bronze gives each tan a personal touch, ensuring that your color is more sun kissed than sun burnt.
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Things I Love: Travis Noble
The things top notch attorney Travis Noble enjoys reflect another side of him -- the one with flair and strong statements. He shared with us his unique outlook on what’s fun.
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Things I Love: Angie Minges
“There is nothing better than a day of golf with my girlfriends at Glen Echo with a cocktail on the patio after! The course, with its beautiful mature trees and hills is spectacular. I’m a sucker for Olympic venues, having worked on three Olympics. I love the history here in St. Louis. Nothing better than walking into the clubhouse and seeing the Olympic Rings. You know you are in a special place when you see that!” @glenechocc
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What I Love Right Now: Tony Montano
New York and all of its splendor is just one of Tony Montano’s favorite things of all time. Read what else the top-rated floral designer loves.
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Things I Love: Julie Lane
From The Parkmoor’s New Orleans style Sno Balls to local art… find out what else one of the area’s most successful realtors loves when it comes to St. Louis!
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