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Females Of Influence

These Business Women Continue To Spearhead Change And Progress Article by Julie Brown Patton Based on employment statistics for Belle Meade, category breakdowns are: private companies 59.97%; self-employed 19.35%; nonprofit organizations 17.56% and governmental workers 3.12%.​​ Many of these working groups are operated by females who embody what it means to be changemakers and leaders.  Belle Meade Lifestyle asked the following women business executives how being part of Nashville...

May 2024

Life + Culture

Mother's Day Gifts

Gifting Ideas For Those Special Women In Life Article by Julie Brown Patton 1. Le Studio in Berry Hill  Vases, Baobob candles, reed diffusers, throw blankets or coffee table books are great gifts. A Baobab candle is equal part interior perfume and decorative object. The hand-blown glass vessels are stunning. The larger size candle burns for 400 hours.  2.   Gimmee Rolls Provide sweet moments by ordering freshly baked, gourmet cinnamon rolls and cream cheese frosting to be delivered and...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Mrs. Belle Meade

Angelina Poulakis-Dryfhout's Journey Of Empowerment, Community And Embracing Authenticity Article by Jennifer Kaufman | Photography by Daniel Lee Alvarado Angelina Poulakis-Dryfhout's path to Mrs. Belle Meade and the Mrs. Tennessee competition is more than just a quest for a crown; it's a journey of empowerment, community impact and personal growth. Angelina says she sought to redefine her narrative, showing her daughters, and herself, that she can embrace new challenges. As Mrs. Belle Meade...

April 2024

Arts + Culture

Guitar Girl

Young Nashvillian Grace Bowers Changes the Rock ‘n’ Roll Rules Article by Neil Pond | Photography by Provided By Grace Bowers The waifish teenager sitting balled up in the wicker chair doesn’t look much like a revolutionary. Wearing a cream-colored, short-sleeve sweater over a white camisole top, with loose-fitting, high-water pants and white platform sneakers, she appears pretty much like almost any 17-year-old girl, especially one who loves hitting vintage clothing stores for retro-cool...

April 2024

Arts + Culture

Why To Invest In Art

Bennett Gallery Team Shares Benefits Of Art As Long-Term, Reliable Investment Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Melanie Davis Bennett Galleries houses a distinctive collection of contemporary fine art paintings and sculptures by both established and emerging artists. Curator of Bennett Galleries, Miranda Herrick, assures that customers can choose from a constantly evolving selection of abstract, landscape and figurative works by local, regional and international artists working in...

March 2024

Education

Build Wealth

Investing In A Financial Partner As Sound Strategy Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Leslie Parrot When looking to invest one’s money, it’s important to determine what strategies should be in place to help achieve long-term goals. This isn’t always easy to do, so partnering with a financial advisor may be the best investment overall. “By working with an advisor who makes understanding your personal, family and business goals a priority, you have a true partner in helping you navigate...

March 2024

Home + Design

Beautify, Preserve Homes Through Remodeling

Providence Builder Group Team is Historic Home Qualified Remodeler Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Tarrish Potter While Providence Builder Group professionals are known for excelling equally in residential and commercial custom construction, one of their recent remodeling projects for a 134-year-old abode stands out as a home enthusiast favorite.  Providence Builder Group owner Will Barron says it was a delight to renovate this historic house that was built in 1890 in...

March 2024

Home + Design

Plan Life's Next Chapter

Interior Firm Specializing In Senior Transitions Makes Next Spaces Home-Away-From-Home Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Molly Peach Downsizing or resizing a living space while keeping most beloved items and prized possessions is possible through an estate transition and interior decorating firm in Nashville whose team specializes in senior living. Founder of the Nashville-based firm, Polly Luther, is Geena Davis, a self-professed space planner, consultant, decorator, client...

March 2024

Fitness

Invest In Oneself

Women Get Their Groove Back With Weight Training, Nutrition, Gut Health And Mindset Article by Michele Bogle The secret to beauty is more than just skin deep, a sentiment defending the notion that the best part of us is beneath the surface; our intellect, emotional well-being and spirituality. “I wasn't willing to throw in the towel and accept this as reality,” remarked Nashville’s Pamelyn Rocco, author, public speaker and founder of House of Health. She developed a program that enables...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

Telling Each Home's Stories

JFY Designs' Professionals Enjoy Décor Treasure Hunts, Eclectic Plans To Delight Clients Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by JFY Designs Establishing home décor is a fabulous opportunity to create fresh, current personal ambiance while also remaining timeless and flexible, proclaims one Nashville team of full-service interior design experts. The broad range of design and interior services of JFY Designs' professionals can be accessed at Le Studio, 2826 Dogwood Place, in...

February 2024