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The Style Edit

The Season's Most Coveted Jewelry, Shoes, Handbags, Clothing, and Eyewear—Curated for Effortless Style Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Provided Jewelry Box White gold floral diamond pendant with pavé diamond detailing. Elongated radiant-cut diamond ring with black gold prongs and a yellow gold band. Golden South Sea pearl earrings framed by natural black diamond halos. Vintage green enamel snake bracelet with sapphire, ruby, and diamond accents. Rare vintage yellow gold...

Home + Design

Fresh Coat for Fall

Give Your Home a Boost With Stylish Shades and Pops of Color Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Courtesy Sue Adame If you're looking for a change of scenery in your daily life, paint is one of the fastest, easiest, and most budget-friendly ways to transform your home. But with seemingly never-ending options ranging from traditional to trendy, selecting your colors can be overwhelming. A good place to start is by choosing shades and color schemes that are new and stylish. A warm...

Life + Culture

Closet Confessions

Six Local Women Reveal the Stories Behind Their Favorite Pieces Photography by Lindsay Borg Caroline Strok Broker, Ocotillo Home Lending As the owner of Ocotillo Home Lending, I'm dedicated to making a difference both inside and outside the mortgage industry. Whether I'm helping clients navigate home financing, supporting local businesses, or spending time with my daughter, Ivy, community is at the heart of everything I do.   Item: Michael Kors laptop work bag My black Michael Kors...

Life + Culture

Beyond the Crown

The Chandler Native and Newly Crowned Miss Arizona 2026 Shares What Drives Her, What Inspires Her, and What She Hopes to Accomplish Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Courtesy Miss Arizona   Victoria Vredevoogd, a Chandler native who served as Miss Chandler, was recently crowned Miss Arizona 2026! In addition to representing our state, Vredevoogd is a third-year law student at Arizona State University's (ASU) Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, and the founder and president of...

Life + Culture

Where Beauty Begins

You-Pick Bouquets From Rural Stems Flower Farm Add Color and Style to Any Home Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Jett Arredondo As Jody van Rijn, Founder of Rural Stems Flower Farm, likes to say, what started out as “a few flowers in a livestock water trough and a vacated donkey field” has now turned into her dream come true. For as long as she can remember, Van Rijn has loved flowers and how beautiful blossoms can help evoke memories and feelings. “I grew up on a dairy farm and...

Style + Beauty

Stylish and Practical

House of Henry Features Beautifully Made, Custom-Milled Children’s Clothing That is Exceptionally Comfortable and Durable Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Jett Arredondo As CEO and founder of House of Henry, a premium baby and children’s clothing store, Darci Pratt is a real-life example of the classic expression, “Necessity is the mother of invention.” When Pratt’s son Henry was born six years ago, she found herself constantly searching for children’s clothing that was beautiful...

Home + Design

Warm Trends, Lasting Style

Valley Homeowners are Embracing Unique Textures, Varied Wood Tones, and Earthy Colors for Beautifully Livable Spaces Article and Photography by Jackie Wright For several years, the design conversation revolved around bright white kitchens and cool gray tones. Around Phoenix, that mood is changing. People are now asking for rooms that read warmer and richer, with more variation, more depth, more “you notice it when you walk in.” The stark white, gray, and black farmhouse look is giving way to...

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A Life Worth Planning

Attorney Bernard Johnsen Shares Tips for Organizing Assets and Protecting Loved Ones During National Make-A-Will Month Article by Rebecca L. Rhoades | Photography by Lindsay Borg The phrase “death is hardest on the living” refers to the emotional grief a person feels after losing a loved one. But in many cases, it can also represent the financial and legal complications that arise when a family member passes on without a will. According to the Pew Research Center, only 32% of U.S. adults have...

Home Services

Bruce's Legacy

A Beloved Labrador Inspired a Smarter, Safer Pet Door for Dogs Everywhere Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Courtesy Pawport An East Valley man's devotion to his dogs led to the creation of a dog door that's smart, safe, functional, and attractive. When Martin Diamond and his family moved into their home, they quickly decided it was best to keep the two old-fashioned pet doors blocked off. “Because our home is in the desert areas of the Valley, we were afraid to use them for fear...

Life + Culture

Kinetic Curls Takes Shape

How One Teen Turned Her Curl Journey Into a Growing Brand Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by Courtesy Kinetic Curls At just 15 years old, Hamilton High School student Zoya Siddiqui has already accomplished something many adults only dream of: launching her own business. Siddiqui is the founder of Kinetic Curls, a hair care brand designed to help teens with curly and textured hair achieve healthy, defined curls without spending hours on complicated routines. The idea grew out of her own...