Home + Design

Embracing Elegance

Unveiling the Latest Interior Design Trends of 2024 Article by Sara Chwatt, SBC Interiors. In 2024, interior design is stepping into a realm of timeless elegance, blending modern functionality with classic aesthetics. The latest trends reflect a collective desire for spaces that evoke tranquility and a sense of sanctuary. Here's a glimpse into the top trends shaping interior design this year. Nature-Inspired Elements: Biophilic design continues to thrive, with an emphasis on integrating...

April 2024

Local Services

The West Orange Women's Club

The Women's Club in your Backyard Article by Lina Silvester Looking for a service-focused, tight-knit community right in your backyard? The West Orange Women’s Club, or WOWC, is a non-profit, volunteer effort in affiliation with the New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs that aims to serve the neighborhood. Vicki Withington, the president of WOWC, was kind enough to share with us some of the latest projects the WOWC has engaged in. Recently, they partnered with the food pantry to...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Women in Business

Conversation with Local Business Owners Article by Sarah McKiernan I had the privilege to sit down with three women and local business owners to discuss how they maintain a work/life balance as mothers, support other women, and thrive in their respective fields. It was an enlightening experience that I am excited to share: First, I spoke with Takia Livingston: owner of Kitchen Tune-Up in Bloomfield. When I asked Takia about her journey as a business owner and her journey as a mother she made...

April 2024

Food + Beverage

460 Bistro

The Power of Passion Article by Lina Silvester | Photography by Gee Kobylarz, 460 Bistro 460 Bistro is a treat for all five senses. Brightly colored furniture in reds and orange draws the eye as soon as you step in, and a show stopping chandelier completes the visual experience. A Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant, this hidden gem strives to show their culture through every aspect of the dining experience, giving the customer as many avenues as possible to explore it for themselves.  This...

April 2024

Local Services

Vanessa Pollock

From Plié to Property- A Dedicated and Creative Approach Article by Jaleh Teymourian At age 15, Vanessa Pollock became a professional dancer, performing with the Dallas Ballet in high school. While earning her BFA in dance at the University of Texas, Austin, she met Charlie Pollock, the future Broadway performer who eventually became her husband. After relocating to New York, the pair pursued work in the performing arts, but after 8 years, she needed to find another way to earn a living. She...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Financial Resource Roundup

Real Resources for you Around your Community Article by Sarah McKiernan 1. Find a trusted bank - Having a trusted bank in your corner to grow your savings, take out loans to grow your business, discuss investments and convene with experienced professionals is an essential resource for any individual looking to take care of their finances.  2. Join an investment group - The West Orange Real Estate Investment group puts property owners, potential, potential investors, and other interested...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

Faubourg

An Inspired Meal Article and Photography by Angelina Silvester Looking for an afternoon or evening escape? Your first and only stop should be Faubourg, located in Montclair, only a few minutes away from West Orange. With a modest and unassuming outdoor sign and only a logo on the window to identify it by, once you open its doors, you are swept away into a bigger-on-the-inside, French-inspired paradise.  Dominique Paulin discovered this unique space in 2019 when it was being used as a theater...

March 2024

Local Services

Publishers Picks

And These are "a Few of my Favorite Things"... Article by Monique Dominique | Photography by Sarah McKiernan 1. Meditative walks around the Reservoir: Breathe in the fresh air along the water, breathe out the day's stress. A walk around the reservoir brings the day to a peaceful close. 2. Spirit the Sheepadoodle: Spirit is not social media official (yet!) but she certainly gets a lot of likes! Spirit loves getting to know her neighbors and savoring lots of treats. One of her favorites is the...

February 2024

Home + Design

Breathing Easy

Healthy Living, Indoor Air Quality, and Smart Furniture Choices Article by Sara Chwatt As I met with my new client, @Dana.Ariele, who is a holistic health coach, she expressed the desire to have a home free of toxins, including off-gassing from anything in her home, especially her new furniture.  In the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle, one crucial aspect that often goes overlooked is the quality of the air we breathe indoors and the impact of our furniture choices have on indoor air, and thus...

February 2024

Local Services

Maeghan Scott

Caring for your Community Article by Sarah McKiernan Right at Home of Essex County has been family owned and operated for, going on, 20 years. Current owner Maeghan Scott took over her father, Moses Scott's, business in 2017 and shared that every day is different!  In our conversation Maeghan expressed the importance of serving her community, keeping her father's legacy alive and the value in her work for her clients. Right at Home is a home care agency; their aids are sent out to assist with...

February 2024