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Style Worth Checking Into
At The Buxton, Ashley Stiles blends bold design, family memories and heartfelt hospitality into a colorful, memorable Fort Collins experience. Article by Carli Taylor-Drake | Photography by Boxwood Photos Before The Buxton was a hotel, it was a feeling: a pink house in Oklahoma, supper around the table, peonies in the garden and evenings watching Hee Haw and Dallas, a feeling of being expected, included and cared for. For Ashley Stiles, that feeling lived at her grandparents’ home in...
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Home + Design
Is Your AC Struggling?
Six warning signs your cooling system may need immediate professional attention Article by Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning | Photography by Provided Is Your Air Conditioner Trying to Tell You Something? Your air conditioner will often warn you before it stops working completely. Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning answers common questions about the signs you shouldn’t ignore. Q: My AC is making a strange noise. Should I be concerned? A: Yes. Banging, clanking, screeching...
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Arts + Culture
Style Beyond the Closet
Finding beauty in the laughter, relationships and meaningful moments that reveal who we truly are. Article by Carli Taylor-Drake | Photography by Bob Younger Images Style has never been limited to what we wear. It appears in the spaces we create, the way we welcome others and the confidence we bring into a room. Its most beautiful expressions come from within. As owner and publisher, I find joy in sharing others’ stories. This issue invited me to step forward, and I’ll admit, I was hesitant...
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Arts + Culture
Feathers, Fashion and Living Colorfully
Kari Sanders carries generations of Fort Collins history while inspiring women to embrace color, confidence and freedom to stand out. Article by Carli Taylor-Drake | Photography by Kathie Peden, Sydney Olsen, Clayton Jenkins Some know Kari Sanders as the woman who always arrives dressed for the occasion. The dramatic coats. The vintage treasures. The feathers. The pink. The unmistakable confidence. Others affectionately call her the “Carrie Bradshaw of Fort Collins.” “She’s my spirit...
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Carli Taylor-Drake
Fort Collins City Lifestyle is a thoughtfully curated, community-focused monthly magazine sent directly to our city's most affluent residents. Each issue captures the unique charm and vibe of Fort Collins, celebrating the city’s dedication to local business. Discover exclusive, locally owned tales of our most inspiring and influential residents. Our pages are more than just a magazine—they are your gateway to the extraordinary. We warmly invite you to dive into our latest editions and experience Fort Collins in true Lifestyle fashion.












