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Made Where it Matters

Responsibly sourced stones. Hand-finished design. Crafted in Vinca’s Kansas City Plaza studio since 1987 Photography by Micah Blosser, Madi Board and Angie Mandl At Vinca, the focus is on how jewelry lives in the world. Known for its in-house collections, engagement rings and wedding bands and well-considered pieces meant to be worn often, Vincablends time-honored techniques with a clean, modern design sensibility. The result is jewelry that feels considered and enduring.  Vinca pieces are...

Food + Beverage

Mini Chocolate Pudding Galettes

Because February calls for dessert Article and Photography by Bev Weidner We seriously, desperately need dessert! It’s chocolate pudding in those galettes. As in, those clever little boxes of chocolate pudding.  Also, cream cheese. There’s cream cheese in the pudding.  Buy one of those roll-out refrigerated pie crusts and use a 5-inch bowl to cut out little circles.  The pudding! Get the kind that says “cook and serve.” When you put the cream cheese in there, it will be lumpy and weird...

Style + Beauty

Simply Sweet

Twirling through girlhood and creating lasting family memories Article by Victoria Moore | Photography by Becca Spears Hannah, Annie, Haille, Lauren, and Tenely–these are the five names that paved the way for Joelle Smith to launch her collection of little girl dresses in 2024. Not only did they become the inspiration for Simply Sweet’s foundational dress designs, but each belongs to one of her five daughters. The joy Smith experienced from dressing her sweet girls as they grew up is the same...

Health + Wellness

Ask the Expert

Local therapist Amanda Hindson provides practical steps to combat the "winter blues" Photography by Jessica Roark As the days grow shorter and colder, many people notice a dip in mood or energy often referred to as the “winter blues.” Thankfully, there are practical and comforting ways to support mental and emotional well-being throughout the winter months. One of the most important factors is light!  Reduced daylight can disrupt circadian rhythms and affect mood-regulating hormones. Go for a...