Foye Oluokun plays linebacker for the Jacksonville Jaguars; he recently signed a new contract for $45 million for the next three years. Read on to learn how this first-generation American earned his impressive stature in the competitive landscape of sports . Simply put, his parents instilled in him these core values — education comes first, then hard work, take nothing for granted, and stay humble.
Read MoreAll year has led to September. And now, it’s curtain’s up for the annual Tennessee Williams Festival. Starting Thursday, September 7, the festival kicks into high gear and will showcase some of the work of the St. Louis Bard himself, the Pulitzer Prize-winning prolific playwright, Mr. Tennessee Williams. This spring and summer, society partygoers attended two events to raise funds to “light the stage” and continue to illuminate the genius of his work.
Read MoreMeet Ladue’s home of the future. Not only is it smart, it’s Einstein smart. Built by Mitchell Wall Architecture & Design, the 2-story home features a Creston control system run by Josh, a fundamental A.I. house manager. Read here how the homeowners got the contemporary house they wanted fit for six with the latest and greatest technology.
Read MoreBefore you head out this fall, check out our sophisticated on places to go, people to perhaps see, fundraisers to support and fun things to do.
Read MoreNow, thru September 30, you have the opportunity to experience Augusta, MO, the Napa Valley of the Midwest, by entering our Sophisticated Living September Giveaway. Click the photograph to learn how to enter.
Read MoreWelcome to the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis, a groundbreaking concept that revolutionizes the way we experience art. If you didn’t collect before your stay, you are sure to get the itch by the time you check out. Already operating in 10 cities across the United States, the 21c Museum and Hotel not only showcases contemporary artworks but also offers a luxurious and immersive stay for art enthusiasts and travelers alike.
Read MoreIn the ever-evolving world of real estate, selling a luxury home requires careful planning, precise execution, and a deep understanding of the current market trends. Looking at the midway mark of 2023, the landscape for selling high-end properties has evolved, presenting both challenges and opportunities for homeowners and real estate agents alike. If you are considering selling your home, read on for some things you need to know.
Read MoreSophisticated Living Magazine always has its finger on the pulse of the finest St. Louis has to offer. With the September/October 2023 issue, we cover so much of the richest turf of the city and surrounding areas that we surpassed even ourselves and cultivated more pages of print ever produced in the eleven years of our publication.
Read MoreThe inaugural Evolution Festival will offer guests an elevated festival experience that will unfold in an unforgettable weekend with the best in live music, a spotlight on bourbon and unique barbeque creations. The festival takes place Saturday, August 26th and Sunday, August 27th at Forest Park’s Langenberg Field.
Read MoreStarting today, the National Transportation History Museum is chugging full steam ahead with a cargo load of events. The non-profit organization is recognized as having the largest collection of transportation vehicles in the world. Their rail and transit collections have grown to encompass more than 190 major exhibits.
Read MoreIn 1934, in Greenville, Illinois, Ralph Nevinger wanted to keep the score of a basketball game. So he created a simple white oak cabinet with a glass dial clock and glass disks. Nearly nine decades later, that small one-man enterprise has grown into Nevco Sports LLC, the oldest and the largest privately held scoreboard company in the world.
Read MoreWedding season has been getting longer and longer in recent years. What used to peak in late summer now extends into fall. Now, 78% of all weddings take place between May and October. Elleard Heffern Fine Jewelers walks down the aisle with the partners of today. Read here about how they offer custom designs with the most exquisite levels of craftsmanship no matter when one ties the knot.
Read MoreAlex has her own bagel business, Baked & Boiled. “I’ve mostly been a chef but I always wanted to get into baking because it’s fascinating,” she says. “It’s borderline alchemy. During the pandemic everything shut down but bakers and butchers still did well. I thought that was what I should probably get into. It took me at least 8 months to a year to make a really solid bagel. Fast forward to 2023 and Baked & Boiled has sparked a bagel boom. Read on to find out how it happened.
Read MoreNew Jazz St. Louis CEO Victor Goines says that “There are only two kinds of people in this world, those who love jazz, and those who don’t know it yet.” Read more about how he is “Raising the Vibe” of the musical juggernaut and spearheading it into the future.
Read MoreNext time our leaders, colleagues, business associates, family members, or we lie to ourselves, call them — or ourselves — out. Don’t brush it under the rug because he/she represents your party, business interests, or family harmony. Read here as Publisher Craig Kaminer reflects on how lies have become distressingly prevalent infiltrating the fabric of our society.
Read MoreWhen Chelsea, founder of Chelsea Design Company, took on the hurculean task of transforming an aging farmhouse into a 21st-century stunner, an elegant farmhouse in Kimmswick, Missouri on the Mississippi was the result. Read here how she and her team rose to the challenge.
Read MoreWith the injection of more than 150-million in just two years, Augusta Missouri is quickly growing and evolving. The vision that Augusta natives David and Jeri Hoffmann had of building it into the Napa Valley of the Midwest is becoming a reality. Read on to find out how they are making it happen.
Read MoreSummer campers from the Boys & Girls Club of St. Louis learned life, soccer, and pet ownership skills during a week-long camp at CITYPARK in downtown St. Louis. St. Louis City SC community coaches and Purina Pet experts mentored local youth, complete with a performance by the Purina Incredible Dogs Team.
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