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Oops- I Did It Again!
Hello, dear Readers. Welp, it appears I must scrape the egg off my face. I’m doing it again.As you may recall, in September I issued an all-points bulletin about my new business identity, RC Studio Jewelry. In my announcement, I proclaimed that my previous name, Uncommon Threads Jewelry, no longer fit the brand I have built for the past 35 years. After all, a lot has changed since 1991! For one thing, there was no internet back in the day when I started my...
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Style + Beauty
Trend Forward Into 2026
8 Fashion, Beauty And Slow Style Trends For The New Year Article by Audra Harrold As we step into 2026, style is taking a refreshing turn. The fast pace of trends is slowing, giving way to thoughtful, intentional choices, creating a new category of must-have products. Style is now an investment, not a race, with people prioritizing quality over quantity and selecting pieces and products that they truly find joy in. Local designers and boutique owners are leading this shift, offering limited...
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Home + Design
Transformative Teal
Advice Editorial: 2026 Color Of The Year Expresses Luxury Article by Anne Marie Boedges The 2026 Color of the Year, transformative teal, truly excites me as an interior designer. I’ve already been able to incorporate this hue as a refreshing accent in many homes. The color embodies renewal, depth and modern elegance, a rich blend of blue and green that symbolizes balance, emotional clarity and a fresh start. Its versatility allows it to feel grounding or energizing, depending on how it’s used...
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Food + Beverage
Simplicity Becomes Luxury
Shared Craft, Distinct Voices: The Chefs Behind The Basso Experience Article by Stacey Dixson | Photography by John Lore When director of restaurants Blaise Pastoret speaks of Basso, he speaks of legacy — one built on intention and a return to culinary roots. The original Basso, nestled inside the historic Cheshire, opened in 2012 with a vision Blaise describes as “the first elevated gastro-pub experience in St. Louis, modern Italian cuisine expressed through familiar forms.” Wood-fired...
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