Local Services

Care for Your Wardrobe

Experts at Fresh Cleaners in Town Center can help keep clothing favorites clean, pressed, and lasting as long as possible Article by Krista Minard | Photography by Charlene Taylor of Charm Photography Nothing wrecks a stylish outfit faster than stains, odors, or shapelessness brought on by incorrect upkeep. Whether your closet is full of designer dresses, high-wrinkle linens, or fast-fashion T-shirts, you want your clothes to hold up. At Fresh Cleaners in Town Center, owner Ana Salmanyan...

Home + Design

Inspired by Italy

What Italian architecture, design, and hospitality can teach us about beautiful living Article and Photography by Kristy Murdoch Italy has long been celebrated as one of the fashion capitals of the world, home to iconic luxury brands. But some of the country’s greatest design inspiration isn’t found on the runway. It’s found in its homes, villages, piazzas, and centuries-old architecture. Italy’s true beauty lies in the details: the craftsmanship, the natural materials, and the intentional way...

Arts + Culture

Collecting Home Artwork

The local artists association helps art lovers know what to buy Article by Krista Minard | Photography by Various Judy Arrigotti, painter and gourd artist, is founder and president of the El Dorado Hills Arts Association, which today includes 160 artists as members. The EDHAA is made up of painters, sculptors, illustrators, photographers, mixed media artists, and others. With a mission to enhance the quality of life (through art) in El Dorado Hills and surrounding communities, the association...

Style + Beauty

Style in Focus

A collaborative fashion shoot captures vintage style and creative freedom Article and Photography by Jacqueline Pilar Some of the most rewarding projects begin without a deadline or a client—just a shared vision and the space to have fun creating. On a warm afternoon in Folsom, that spirit brought a talented group of women together for a vintage-inspired outdoor fashion shoot celebrating style, collaboration, and the beauty of the golden hour. Photographer Jacqueline Pilar shares her...