Homeowners of a Frontenac home wanted a house that was clean, contemporary, fresh, and flooded with light with an open concept, a modern yet warm home. Kelly Johnson of Kelly Johnson Design, created a team with Nick and Kelly Kenter, president-ceo of the construction company Sitelines, to make that vision a reality. The result is, in a word, stunning. See for yourself here.
Read MoreAfter a successful first year in terms of its winning season, the first time for a new team to make the playoffs, and a record number of fans, CITY SC isn’t resting on its laurels. It is doubling down on its commitment to soccer in St. Louis. They have announced plans to install 11 mini-pitches across the region to provide safe places for kids to learn and play soccer. Read on to learn how they are getting it done.
Read MoreMarch and April present a veritable smorgasbord of delectable St. Louis galas stacked on top of one another like a decadently delicious treat. Pick from the delights of spring. So many of them fall on the same date, you might have to hippity hop down the gala trail to gobble them all up. Read on for the full menu.
Read MoreWhat do treasure hunts, swashbuckling and providing free resources have in common? Each can be accomplished by attending this year’s St. Louis Public Library Foundation’s Stranger than Fiction: X Marks the Spot fundraising event to support Central Library on Saturday, March 2nd. Unearth the details here.
Read MoreI am excited to live in a multi-ethnic, multi-national, multi-lingual, multi-religious country which defends the rights of ALL. This has never happened in the history of the world. But we are hitting speed bumps. The world isn’t left or right, blue or red, Judeo-Christian or Muslim, conservative or liberal. We all live on this continuum, yet our world is being run by extremists who benefit when we can’t agree. Political experts agree that the conditions in the U.S. are frighteningly similar to those just prior to the Civil War. With the world seemingly on fire, don’t we have bigger issues than fighting among ourselves? If you want to meet and discuss the world and our differences, please contact me. Read further for details.
Read MorePicturesquely perched on a hilltop near the commune of Champillon, is The Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa. The site offers sweeping views of UNESCO-listed vineyards, forest, and the nearby quaint village of Hautvillers. In the 19th-century, it was a frequent rest stop for Napoleon Bonaparte. Now, one can soak up the rays of luxury in France's historic Champagne region at the hotel. See the breathtaking pictures here.
Read MoreThe March/April issue of Sophisticated Living is here and will soon hit your doorstep. Yes, spring weather is also here! Ok, we might get a snowflake or two before the spring equinox officially arrives on March 19th, but until then get out, stretch your legs, open your windows, and enjoy all that life has to offer in our fair city when the weather is nice. Enjoy the buds of spring virtually in our March/April issue.
Read MoreA Bentley design team specializing in crafting interiors for the Continental GT and Bentayga received a unique opportunity to create a bespoke interior for a 20-meter Contest 67CS yacht following the private client’s visit to Bentley’s Crewe Factory. Read more about it here.
Read MoreUnder Canvas at Yellowstone National Park is the segment-defining brand that offers upscale safari-style accommodations and unparalleled access to some of the United States' most iconic and beloved outdoor destinations. Take a look see at images that will make you want to plan your next getaway with a quickness.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreJazz St. Louis presents “Swing for Tomorrow’s Stars” — A two-night gala held at Jazz St. Louis and the Chase Park Plaza. For two nights, electricity will buzz through the town from one end to the other — From Midtown to the Central West End. From the Gateway Arch and up and down the Mighty Mississippi and beyond, people will feel the power — the power of jazz. Read on to learn about “the event of the decade.”
Read MoreFollowing on the heels of the hugely successful 2023 Maserati MC20 coupe and Cielo convertible sports cars, with eager customers quickly snatching up the entire first-year production allotment, Maserati has announced the MC20 Notte, the first of its promised limited edition super sports cars. Meaning "night" in Italian, the Notte Edition of the MC20 is limited to 50 units globally. Be one of the 50 to drive this incomparable, exhilarating driving machine.
Read MoreBourbon, at its base, is a story of creativity and innovation. Early concoctions of whiskey, which in Latin means "water of life,” due to the absence of vineyards and grapes. Even during prohibition, medicinal whiskey could be prescribed by a doctor for pick up at a local pharmacy. Kaveh Zamanian launched Rabbit Hole Distillery in 2012. It represents Zamanian’s love letter to whiskey and its rich history. Read here how Rabbit Hole came to be and now flourishes in Louisville, Kentucky.
Read MoreDebbie and Craig Kaminer embarked upon a trip to Florence, Italy last fall, where they first met in 1985. Celebrating both their 35th wedding anniversary and their 60th birthdays with their adult kids and dear friends, they experienced a dream come true. Journey with them on the trip of a lifetime.
Read MoreAs we bid adieu to January, and February makes its debut, one of St. Louis’ grandest institutions is once again opening its crimson velvet curtains for you. While the symphony’s 98-year old Grand Boulevard concert venue is undergoing a 100-million dollar expansion, concerts at six sublime venues throughout the region will make your 2024 come alive with the sound of the orchestra’s music. Read more to learn of what’s in store.
Read MoreNo, Chris Martin, Coldplay lead singer, and his band aren’t gracing our city with their presence, rather an event has been put together to pay homage. Saturday, February 3rd, A Sky Full of Stars: The Definitive Coldplay Tribute, creates all the uplifting, optimistic allure that is the music of Coldplay. Read more for details.
Read MoreThe Boca Raton, an iconic South Florida resort, is a sprawling property encompassing five lodging options, The Cloister, the Bungalows, the Tower, the Beach Club, and the Yacht Club. It is just the getaway one might need from the bone-chilling, arctic, sub-zero temperatures and the snow and ice storms blanketing much of the nation. Read here to experience this stately paradise in pictures and words.
Read MoreThe Contemporary Art Museum works to enrich lives and inspire curiosity, creativity, and learning through experiences with contemporary art. Its mission is to create meaningful engagement with the most relevant and innovative art being made today in a welcoming space of architectural significance. And, it’s free to all. Read here how it made its move from Laclede’s Landing to the Grand Arts Center in a big way.
Read MoreA decade ago when this homeowner strolled through the front door of this century home in Parkview Place, she was moonstruck. “It was love at first sight,” she recalls. While the home captured her heart, the décor did not. While the previous owners took great care of the 1923 home, it hadn’t been updated since the 1980’s. So, the homeowners sought out interior designers and landed on Channing Krichevsky and Maria Hogrefe of C&M Interiors. Read on to learn of the transformation.
Read MoreThe Big Muddy Ball: An Evening for Movers and Shakers” took place on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the Center of Creative Arts (COCA). The Big Muddy Dancers’ glamorous gala event created long-lasting memories of the stunning dance repertoire, live music, dinner, cocktails, and an after-party. Our community of movers and shakers showed up and showed out to help build the future of The Big Muddy Dance Company. Click the pic glimpse some of the movement that night.
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