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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...

Food + Beverage

Supporting Local Business

How you can show up for the city you love Photography by David K Pugh Photography and provided Kansas City has always been shaped by the people who choose to invest in it. From neighborhood restaurants to local farmers and makers, the city’s character lives in everyday decisions where we gather, who we support, and how we show up. Chef and restaurateur Amante Domingo has built his work around those choices. In this conversation, he reflects on what supporting local really looks like, and why...

Style + Beauty

Kansas City Fashion Week

Three local designers reflect on how this iconic week in Kansas City has shaped their careers Photography by Provided Darin McFadden - 7SEVENTEEN What led you to pursue fashion and design? I was drawn to fashion as a way to merge design, storytelling, and emotion into something tangible. With a background in engineering and years of 3D design experience, I naturally gravitated toward product-driven creativity. Fashion became the medium where precision meets self-expression. I created...

Life + Culture

The Worthy 1's

Xavier Worthy and his mother Nicky Jones empower single mothers in Kansas City Article by Victoria Moore | Photography by Emmalee Rathsam and Allyssa Broadus Kansas City has always embraced Chiefs’ players as its own. In his second season on the team, wide receiver Xavier Worthy has also embraced this city. His passion for the game can be clearly seen, not just through the heart and soul he brings to the field each and every game, but because of what the game has allowed him to do for people...

Beauty

How to Keep Your Skin Glowing Post Facial

Following your facial treatment, the desire to preserve that radiant glow you’ve invested time and money in becomes essential, lasting long past the first 24-48 hours, or at least past your next wash! A facial is more than a moment of relaxation, it’s a strategic treatment designed to improve your skin’s overall health and appearance long term. Much like leaving the salon with freshly washed and styled hair, your skin looks and feels its best immediately after treatment. While it may feel...

Health + Wellness

From the Inside Out

The Connection Between Your Gut and Your SkinSimply put, your gut and your skin are deeply connected. What’s happening inside your body often shows up on the outside. This is because the gut and skin are in constant communication, and when one is out of balance, the other often reflects it.When gut health is compromised, it can lead to inflammation, digestive issues, and changes in immune response that show up as skin concerns like acne, eczema, rosacea, or psoriasis. Ongoing imbalance has also...

Health + Wellness

Unlocking Wellness

Why PCOS Matters at OUR MedSpaWhen caring for a patient, one of the greatest tools a clinician has is-asking the right questions!  To truly help our patients achieve their desired goal(s), may it be weight loss, hormonal or thyroid health and optimization, vitamin optimization, gut health, skin treatments, and overall long-term health, wellness, and quality of life, it is imperative that we assess a patient holistically. This necessitates a baseline thorough medical history with a...