Style + Beauty

Petals and Lens

Wearable Blooms and One Unforgettable Collaboration Article by Courtney Evans | Photography by Beauclair Photography It all started with a simple assignment for  Snohomish City Lifestyle —a loving local cover story on florist and boutique owner Candice Szarzec of  The Petal and the Stem for our February 2024 issue. Photographer  Shannon Beauclair  was tapped to capture the feature. But what began as a simple photoshoot blossomed into something far more magical: a creative partnership rooted...

Education

More then Dress for Success

Clothes for Kids is lifting kids up, one outfit at a time. Article by Courtney Evans All children deserve to grow up feeling confident, stylish, and most of all—loved. At Clothes For Kids, wardrobes are more than just clothes - they’re confidence in the classroom, comfort on the playground, and a fresh start at the beginning of the school year. Each outfit—chosen by the child themselves, not handed to them—is a quiet but powerful reminder:  you matter, and you belong. Serving youth from...

Food + Beverage

Blackberry Burrata Salad

The end-of-summer salad (and go-to vinaigrette) you’ve been waiting for Article by Amber Dawn Schultheis | Photography by Dawning Memories You may have recently noticed burrata popping up on every restaurant appetizer menu in town. It is, in fact, having a moment. If you aren’t familiar with the cheese of the season, burrata is the close cousin of fresh Mozzarella - filled with luscious cream. When sliced open, the cold cream pours out into a generous, saucy mess. It is decadent and delicious...

Home + Design

Art of Cozy

Fall Decorating Tips from a Local Designer Article by Jessica Trouillaud | Photography by Dawning Memories As the air cools and the days grow shorter, there’s a natural pull to cozy up and reflect the changing season inside your home. Making your space feel inviting for the season isn't about redecorating everything; it’s about layering in texture, soft lighting, and subtle seasonal details that signal the shift to fall. Here are a few ways to make your home feel cozy this season: Layer...