Home + Design

Splendor of Artistry

Flourish Boutiques: Bringing European Magic and Whimsy to Colorado Springs Article by Jacey Blue Renner | Photography by Halle Murr Photography “From the moment someone walks in, I want it to be an experience,” says Victoria Hayden, Flourish Boutiques owner and interior designer. “I love things that tell a story, and things of old.”  A self-taught seamstress and artist, Hayden’s roots in design, decor and antiques created the framework for her best work.  Storytelling begins the moment you...

Travel

Stargazing and Stillness

Kosmos Stargazing Resort: Reconnecting with Nature... and Yourself Article by Jessi Scoletti | Photography by Kosmos Stargazing Resort & Spa Kosmos Stargazing Resort began five years ago during a personal journey of self-discovery by founder and CEO Gamal Jadue Zalaquett. While traveling through Colorado’s San Luis Valley, Zalaquett found himself standing beneath some of the darkest, clearest skies in North America. In that moment of silence and vastness, he felt called to step away from the...

Shopping

Slowing Down... What Endures?

Patina: Timeless Jewelry that Gets Better with Age Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by Mark Norris Can something be calm and analytical, while also being dramatic? Can the meditative and the precise exist in the same space as the theatrical? Christy Metz believes they not only can, but they must. Many stories are happy and bright, but rarely are they without tension or complexity. Without resistance, there is nothing to transform; and without transformation, there is no story. This...

Arts + Culture

Inspiration Is Everywhere

Finding Connection in the Ground Beneath Our Feet: Audrey Gray Article by Christa Hays | Photography by Audrey Gray For artist Audrey Gray, painting doesn’t begin in a studio—it usually starts on the side of the road. Whenever Gray travels, she always packs a small trowel and a few bags, pulling over along road cuts and hillsides across her path to gather dirt, sand and even coal. These raw materials later become her inspiration and her paint—the reds, pinks, earth tones, greens, and deep...

Arts + Culture

A Treasured Piece of Colorado Springs History

The Penrose Room: Incredible Food + A Living Museum Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by The Broadmoor Resort Spencer Penrose was an avowed bachelor prior to meeting Julie Villiers Lewis McMillan. Julie was born into Detroit high society as daughter of the mayor who later married the son of a U.S. Senator. She was heavily involved in civic life even after their family moved from the big city to Colorado Springs so her husband could be treated for tuberculosis. Sadly, her husband ended...

Entertainment

A Spot of Tea

Must-Try Tearooms and Tea Shops in the Pikes Peak Region Article by Ashley Hamershock Tea has always been more than a beverage. From its earliest beginnings, it has invited people to slow down, gather, and reflect. Legend places tea’s discovery nearly 5,000 years ago in ancient China, when leaves from a nearby plant are said to have drifted into a pot of boiling water, releasing an aroma that would shape centuries of culture and ceremony. As tea journeyed across borders, it absorbed the...

Beauty

Say It With Flowers

Sweetwater Flower Market: Offering Unique Florals & A Variety of Gifting Options Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Sweetwater Flower Market & Epoch Moment Photography With Valentine’s Day swiftly approaching, the search for a gift that feels both intentional and inspiring begins. Whether you’re celebrating a partner, a friend, a family member, or yourself, Sweetwater Flower market makes it easy to say it with flowers—and so much more. From artfully curated florals to unique gifts...

Food + Beverage

Intentional Nutrition

HI Vibes Market: Creating Clean, Healthy, Trail-Ready Nourishment Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Hi Vibes Market Alison Wisniewski is lifelong athlete, personal trainer and nutrition coach hailing from Kaua’i, Hawai’i. She spent years working in juice bars and health cafes across the country, which developed her appreciation for intentional nutrition.  “I have seen how transformative the right foods can be for energy and overall wellbeing. In addition, I have always been a creative...

Sports + Recreation

Turn Your Winter Blues into Snow White

Parks, Trails and Other Spots To Lure You Outside this Winter Article by Jessi Scoletti Winter is in full swing and it’s time to start planning your next adventure to beat those winter blues! Colorado Springs is packed with easily accessible trails that will keep that heart rate up and spirit alive during any season. Pack your bags, grab your gear, lace up and pick your winter adventure. Popular Parks, Trails, and Other Areas North Cheyenne Cañon Park: This beautiful park is home to the...

Local Services

Building Relationships Over... Laundry

LaundryLounge: Elevating & Impacting the Local Community  Article by Jacey Blue Renner  | Photography by LaundryLounge In an era dominated by endless “must do” tasks and lists that often feel as though they peak mile-high, Colorado Springs’ premier laundry service, LaundryLounge, is carving out a niche market for Coloradans. At once contemporary and immaculate, these mid-century modern laundry landscapes give community members a place to decompress, quietly and safely wash laundry, and build...