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Celebrate Women's History Month with Me!

March is Women’s History Month—a time to honor the achievements, struggles, and contributions of women throughout history and across the globe. Uncommon Threads Studio is proud to join this worldwide celebration, recognizing the powerful legacy of women who have shaped our society.The roots of Women’s History Month trace back to the early 20th-century labor movements, where women courageously demanded fundamental rights, including the right to vote and to work. These movements ignited a global...

Home + Design

The Green House Effect

More Than Greenery, A Greenhouse Becomes A Sanctuary For Growth And Gathering Article by Kelley Lamm There’s something quietly transformative about stepping into a greenhouse. The air feels softer. Time slows. Light filters through glass in a way that instantly calms the nervous system. What was once considered purely practical, a place to start seedlings or protect delicate plants, has evolved into something far more meaningful: a personal retreat rooted in growth, intention and beauty. In...

Real Estate

Dedicated, Resourceful Realtor

Kristy Flood Services St. Louis, St. Charles Areas With Aplomb Article by Julie Brown Patton Kristy was born and raised in St. Louis. She began her career in real estate during 2015 and delights in providing clients with her knowledge, expertise and unparalleled passion for the field. She's especially adept at handling luxury properties via Coldwell Banker Realty-Gundaker. She provides real estate market inside-scoops and news for various communities, including neighborhoods' median sold...

Arts + Culture

An Evening That Changed Everything

"It's About TIME" Launch Party Article by Kelley Lamm | Photography by Carol Green Surrounded by 35 contributing authors, along with friends and family, It’s About TIME was celebrated with a heartfelt launch party at Three Sixty Westport. The evening honored the No. 1 best-selling anthology compiled by author Kelley G. Lamm, a collection of stories sharing pivotal moments that changed everything. Laughter filled the room, tears were shed and connections were deepened as each woman’s journey...

Fitness

Exercise Snacks

Advice Editorial: Small Movements. Big Impact. Article by Beth Templin, PT, DPT, GCS, Physical Therapy & Fitness One doesn't need long workouts or gym memberships to stay strong and mobile while aging. In fact, some of the biggest health benefits come from what researchers now call "exercise snacks," which are short bursts of movement sprinkled throughout the day. Exercise snacks are simple actions that can easily be done inside your home. Examples are standing up from a chair 10 times in a...

Professional Services

'Life For Me'

Viva Bene St. Peters: How Active Adult Living Redefines Independence Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson | Photography by Sam Fentress "I hear this all of the time: ‘I’m doing this for me,’” shares Ashley Wilson, community manager for Viva Bene Active Adult Apartment Homes in St. Peters. How befitting, given that the name "Viva Bene" translates from Italian to "live well or living the good life." Ashley says people move into this innovative 55-plus active adult rental community for all types of...

Home + Design

Imagine Custom Wood Doors, Millwork

Scobis Millwork + Design Creates Exquisite Doors With Exceptional Craftsmanship Article by Julie Brown Patton Crafting custom, high-end and artistic wood doors plus marvelous millwork that blends elegance and practicality is the objective of every project handled by specialists at Scobis Millwork + Design. The company, which came under new ownership last year following the retirement of founder Mike Rachocki, is now celebrating 25 years of craftsmanship since its founding in 2001. As the...

Arts + Culture

From Runway To Rooms

Exploring How Color, Texture And Runway Trends Translate Into Personal, Stylish, Livable Interiors Article by Audra Harrold City Lifestyle secured insight from fashion/interior designer Retta Tussey, of Retta Jane Interiors, who's opening a brick-and-mortar storefront in Clayton late summer 2026. How does fashion forecast interior design trends? "Fashion once led interiors by 1–2 years, but today’s digital landscape has created a near-simultaneous 'trickle-across' effect. Runway colors...

Food + Beverage

A Coastal Escape Restaurant On Delmar

Dining Experience: Esca Mediterranean Flavors, Live-Fire Cooking And Intentional Hospitality Create A Destination On Delmar Article by Kelley Lamm There are certain places that immediately make one feel at ease, the kind where you walk in, exhale, and know you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. That’s the feeling that guests experience the moment they step inside Esca, a cozy yet upscale, seafood-forward restaurant located at 5095 Delmar Blvd. Its menu is inspired by the French and Italian...

Home + Design

Balancing Homes

Tips For Feng Shui Design Article by Mel Boban Did you know that feng shui actually translates to "wind-water" in Chinese? When it comes to home or room designs, the invisible forces of nature that this name was inspired from can be incorporated to achieve overall balance. Feng shui is an ancient Chinese set of principles and best practices for arranging objects in a way that feels natural, welcoming, decluttered and harmonious.  Easy tips for incorporating feng shui into homes: 1...