Style + Beauty

Clothing, Hair, Makeup + Community

Corina’s Salon & Boutique: Bringing West Coast Glam to the Pikes Peak Region Article by Ashley Hamershock | Photography by Corina's Boutique & Lea Flores Photography Corina Carrillo-Claxton grew up in the predominantly Hispanic community of Bakersfield, Calif. “It’s a big melting pot for everyone from around the world. … That was my life,” she says. “That was my bubble.” Her mother was a stay-at-home mom. Her father was an entrepreneur. Extended family lived nearby. When she was five, her...

Food + Beverage

Breads and Pastries and Cakes – Oh My!

Paris Baguette: French Bakery with a South Korean Twist Article by Jessi Scoletti | Photography by Paris Baguette & Alyvia Aernouts Paris Baguette is a South Korea-based, French-inspired bakery right here in Colorado Springs. What makes this shop stand out?  “We bake our goods fresh for anyone to enjoy,” says Brianna Montoya, service manager at the local store. “Anything from cakes, sandwiches and breads are made, prepared and built daily to ensure quality.”  The lineup includes French...

Beauty

Scalp Care + Relaxation

Collective Hue: A Japanese Head Spa, Embracing the Modern and the Ancient Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by Collective Hue In today’s fast-paced world, multitasking is often a necessity rather than a choice. At Collective Hue Salon and Spa, it’s been thoughtfully transformed into a luxurious experience. Scalp, Hair + Mind A Japanese head spa is a therapeutic treatment focused on the health of the scalp, hair, and mind. Rooted in traditional Japanese wellness practices, this...

Travel

Fall in Love with Camping 

Black Tree Resort: An 80-Acre Respite to Reconnect and Reset  Article by Jacey Blue Renner  | Photography by Black Tree Resort Picture this: You’ve driven an hour outside of Colorado Springs with nothing but the desire for beauty, the solace of nature and delicious custom chef-driven meals, delivered directly to your tent. No camp stove, no sleeping bags, no Therm-a-Rest; just you, ready to unplug and escape, as you head toward Lake George.  For the Love of Mountains  Speaking with Nabil...

Arts + Culture

The Art of Stillness

Yanagi Botanic Arts: Heidi Almosara Brings Ikebana to Colorado Springs Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by Heidi Almosara & John Rees In a quiet studio tucked into Colorado Springs’ historic Trolley District, a centuries-old Japanese artform is blooming in an unexpected place. Heidi Almosara, founder of Yanagi Botanic Arts, offers the local community something rare and beautiful: the chance to experience Ikebana—the mindful, meditative Japanese art of flower arrangement. A Long...

Auto + Marine

What a Ride

The 2025 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet Experience Article by Scott Barr | Photography by Carlos Erazo Photography Forrest Gump said “Life is like a box of chocolates… you never know what you’re gonna get.” When you’re handed the keys to a Porsche, though—especially one from Porsche Colorado Springs—you have a pretty good idea: a fun, fast, memory-making machine. I pulled into the dealership expecting something exciting, but what sales manager and Porsche Classic aficionado Justin...

Beauty

Elevate Your Self Care

Formulary 55: Designed to Nourish Mind, Body + Spirit Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Formulary 55 & Verry Robin & Co Kecia Hielscher spent much of her working career as a corporate retail executive. As a buyer for many large corporations like Disney, Nordstrom, Cooking.com and Williams & Sonoma, she learned that she really loved the overall retail and product experience. “ Retail is in the Detail is the driving philosophy behind building a good brand that people will love,”...

Shopping

A Passion for Style 

Local Stylist Empowers Women to Dress with Confidence  Article by Lindsay Tallman | Photography by Stephanie Lynne, Kira Whitney, Jamie Smith and Kat Wilcox After putting her career in the TV news industry on hold to raise her children and support her husband’s military career, Tara Williams found a new career path when a friend hired a fashion stylist. Williams saw the transformation her friend experienced by working with a stylist and it inspired her own passion for style. She earned a...

Food + Beverage

Gelato, Coffee, Sandwiches + Desserts

Kava Tava: Bringing Inspired Bites and Beverages to the East Side Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Kava Tava Shane Carr spent six years in the Marines, followed by 25 years in corporate finance. In addition to being a math whiz, Carr also has a passion for coffee. His job in finance allowed him the ability to work from home, but he often preferred to tote his laptop to his local coffee shop where he could sip on fresh brew and enjoy a change of scenery.  “When I first moved to the...

Event Planning + Services

Creating Magical Experiences

Rocky Mountain Sleepovers: Curating Your Cutest Sleep Yet  Article by Jacey Blue Renner  | Photography by Rocky Mountain Sleepovers When Amanda Wagner first started the transformative slumber party experience Rocky Mountain Sleepovers, her goals were specific: manifest a creatively magical experience for the guest of honor and own a business that allowed her to also create those moments for her own two-year-old son, as a stay-at-home mom.  The result? Local residents can order up customized...