Beauty

Threading Dreams Into Legacy

Global roots and bridal dreams shape Esé Grembowski’s couture journey. Article by Lauren Stone When Esé Grembowski moved to Dallas to pursue a master’s degree in accounting at SMU, she had no idea the city would be where she’d find her voice, and her future, in fashion. “This was the first time I was on my own, not living under my parents’ roof,” says the Nigerian-born, Canada-raised designer. “I realized it was my chance to take a leap of faith and really pursue my fashion dreams.”  ...

Arts + Culture

Connecting and Resonating

The vibrant ebb and flow of real life is the heartbeat of Dallas painter Laura Petka’s striking fine art Article by David Muscari Laura Petka’s creativity began at a young age and has blossomed over the years. “I’ve been a painter and an artist for as long as I can remember—really, since childhood,” she says. Nowadays, the Park Cities resident is a treasured professional with an impressive list of clients and an impeccable reputation. Petka spent six years of her career as an art gallery...

Style + Beauty

Taking a Consultative Approach to Med Spa Beauty

Preservation Beauty leader Livia Perez helps clients achieve personalized beauty. Article by Kelsey Kosh Growing up, Livia Perez was the beauty guru of her friend group. “I was always doing my friends’ hair and makeup, and I was always that go-to person for all their beauty things, even for weddings, prom, or homecoming,” she remembers. Her mom encouraged her to open a salon, but her love of math and science drew her toward the medical field. She graduated from Texas Christian University with...

Arts + Culture

Where Talent Takes Root

From tiny dancers to future stars, The Dallas Conservatory combines world-class training with joyful creativity to nurture young performers from their first steps to center stage. Article by Lauren Stone In a city brimming with talent, The Dallas Conservatory stands as both a training ground for future stars and a haven where young artists begin to dream big. From toddlers twirling in their first dance class to teens preparing for Broadway stages, the Conservatory offers more than instruction...