Auto + Marine

Not Your Mom's Mercedes

Check Out The New 2024 Mercedes GLE53 Article and Photography by Josh Vaughn If you grew up in a family that owned Mercedes Benz you more than likely have fond childhood memories of a luxurious smooth and quiet ride, plush and springy backseats, and depending on which trim level your Mom had, maybe a hint of style. One impression you almost certainly don’t have is one of speed and performance.  The Mercedes of today is something entirely different.  Take the new 2024 AMG GLE53. It seats the...

May 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Her Bank; Women Supporting Women

Her Bank Is Inspired By Women For Women Article by Emma Balkenbush | Photography by Photography Provided Navigating the world of finance and money management can seem like a daunting task. Whether it be opening a savings account or starting a business, there’s a group of knowledgeable and passionate women standing by ready to offer other women their guidance.  The group of dedicated and experienced bankers is known as Her Bank and operates as a division of Legends Bank. Britney Campbell, Her...

May 2024

Entertainment

Meet Briley King, Owner of Little Bird Trucking

A look inside the unique, bold, western-inspired trucker hats hand-made by Briley King. Article by Morgan Raum | Photography by Christy Hunter at Ava at Nashville Live! and Possum at Nashville Live! Briley King is the daughter of a long-haul trucker, the wife to a touring musician, and the heart behind Little Bird Trucking. Born and raised in North Carolina, Briley was taught the importance of drive and dedication at a very young age. At seven years old, her parents told her if she wanted to...

May 2024

Home + Design

DesignCraft Creates Magic In Your Home

Mothers create magic for us everyday, why not celebrate your mom by gifting a kitchen or bath renovation by DesignCraft Kitchen and Bath Co. Article by Mary Compton | Photography by Kristen Mayfield Photography, James Williams Photography, Continuous Motion Media This Mother’s Day is the perfect chance to celebrate your loved one with a new kitchen or spa-styled bath. DesignCraft Kitchen and Bath Co. has a team of skilled professionals with 70-plus years of combined experience. Imagine the...

April 2024

Travel

The Most Magical Cruise on Earth

Star Wars Day at Sea Article and Photography by Laney Heard I grew up in Florida and will admit I’m a total Disney nerd. And a Star Wars nerd. Ok, maybe just a nerd. When Disney Cruise Lines announced a Star Wars-themed sailing, I knew that I had to go. So, magically, I convinced my family to pack our bags, put on our mouse ears, and head to Port Canaveral. As we checked in and boarded the ship through the giant mouse ears, it was easy to let reality slip away and all become kids again. My...

April 2024

Local Services

Make Your Dream a Reality

Experience the best in real estate by partnering with an award-winning agent Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photography Provided When people contemplate relocating to Nashville, they often envision Predators Hockey and exciting music venues. They also might imagine suburbia filled with white farmhouses on five-plus acres and pastoral horse farms as far as the eye can see.  “I love showing off our amazing city to first-time visitors,” says Realtor® Paula Hinegardner of The Paula...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Girls Inc. of Nashville

Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be STRONG, SMART, and BOLD Article by Myra Simmons McEntire | Photography by Photography Provided CL: City Lifestyle welcomes Vanessa Helbig Johnson, the Senior Director of Youth Services and the Executive Director of Girls, Inc., Nashville, to tell us about Girls. Inc. and its very special mission.  VHJ: Girls are constantly receiving messages from the world, sometimes through social media, regular media, or community members, and a lot of times they can...

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

Life + Culture

Tennessee's Newest It Girl

Cecily Bauchmann Is Making Waves In The Content Creating Community Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by Christy Hunter With a contagious smile and a radiant personality, Cecily Bauchmann is aiding in making social media a happier and more vulnerable place – all by just showcasing her realistic daily routine. If you have TikTok or Instagram, there’s a great chance you’ve come across Cecily’s content, which she’s been creating and sharing with the world since 2018. Originally from San...

April 2024

Food + Beverage

Breadwood

Sourdoughs of Somerset Has Invested In Its Community, One Loaf of Bread At A Time Article by Sophie Brock | Photography by James Williams The best way to anyone’s heart is through their stomach, and Sourdoughs of Somerset has officially won all of Brentwood’s heart. Despite only living in Brentwood for five years, Michaella and Ryder Zetts have invested in the community by baking and breaking bread with their neighbors. Between an industrial kitchen add-on, a Facebook group, and an open-door...

March 2024