Shopping

Dressing the Bride

Emerald Bridal's style guide for picking the perfect gown. Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Macka Photography Walking into Emerald Bridal, you immediately sense the magic of what it means to find the perfect wedding dress. The walls are lined with gowns, and the prospect of choosing one is exhilarating and overwhelming at the same time. Sabina Yochum, owner of Emerald Bridal, sits down to share her insights on the art of choosing the right gown and breaks down four popular styles...

June 2024

Health + Wellness

VIP Total Health

More than IVs to get you feeling your best. Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Paige Alexis Photography VIP Total Health and Hydration is a functional medicine clinic focused on alternative medical options or holistic and natural therapies for clients. The medspa on Sunset Drive currently offers IV therapy, hormone replacement therapy, sexual health and wellness treatments, urinary incontinence treatments, peptide therapy, weight loss, minor medical services, and beauty services such...

June 2024

Travel

Generational Travel Is Still a Thing—and It’s Fun for Everyone

Travel advisor Angie Herdman shares all the details.  Article by Gabby Cullen If you want to make memories with family, a good vacation checks all the right boxes. You can experience a place you’ve never been or return to a well-loved destination. It’s planning activities that you might not normally do, trying new foods, seeing landmarks you’ve only read about, or doing a whole lot of nothing and being perfectly happy. And, while travel continues to be on the upswing, one trend has gained a...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Local Restaurant Brings Oahu’s North Shore to DFW

The fast-casual dining spot blends unique cuisine with a laid-back vibe. Article by Gabby Cullen If you find yourself on Oahu’s North Shore, you might be drawn to the food trucks parked along Kamehameha Highway. You won’t be able to ignore the lines of people waiting to order and devour what has become a major draw for tourists and locals alike—shrimp. Starting with Giovanni’s in 1993, each truck has a variation of garlic shrimp so good, that you might consider making a day of it and trying a...

June 2024

Shopping

Meet the Founder of ECM Gems

Carly's passion for fine jewelry sparked in 2015 when friends and family members began asking for guidance when purchasing engagement rings and gifts. She began researching the industry and sketching in her spare time. After producing her first engagement ring and designing her own class ring, she was hooked.Upon graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, Carly took a position at a national jewelry store to learn more about the fine jewelry industry. There, she...

June 2024

Home + Design

Welcome to S4S

Where dreams are built from the ground up Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Chet Bell Photography Step into the visionary world of S4S Design + Build, a high-end architecture and construction company enjoying its eighth year blending architects and contractors during the building process to the client's benefit. Fort Worth Architect Tom Carr began the company after remodeling his home in 2015. The result would reflect his passion, creativity, and dedication to the art of...

May 2024

Life + Culture

Time-Tested Tenacity

Eight businessmen in Fort Worth share their stories of wisdom and perseverance. Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Macka Photography In life and business, men often face challenges ranging from seemingly insurmountable financial obstacles to unexpected timeline setbacks. Through the hardships, they forge the necessary resilience for success, and remarkable stories of triumph emerge. In this feature, West Fort Worth delves into the stories of 8 Fort Worth men navigating the tumultuous...

May 2024

Arts + Culture

The Fort Worth Artist Blending Art and Fashion for a Moment in Time  

Sunflowerman brings passion to the intricacy of menswear and watches. Article by Gabby Cullen | Photography by Macka Photography Matthew Miller likes to say he was born with a pencil in his hand, and that’s not too far from the truth. From his earliest memories, he was sketching, drawing, and doodling, and he’s taken what isn’t just a passion, but an intrinsic part of who he is and created a career filled with inspiration and creativity. “I've just always been drawing on part of who I am...

May 2024

Education

Mastering the Mental Game

Explore the Intersection of Sports Psychology and Storytelling with a Bestselling Author Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Macka Photography In between sessions with golfers and actors, author and Mental Management Trainer Troy Bassham sits with West Fort Worth Lifestyle to discuss his incredible career and the training protocol that took his dad from uncoordinated try-hard to Olympic gold medalist.  An Olympic hopeful himself, Bassham followed in his father's footsteps...

May 2024

Shopping

Get the Look

MOVE Athleisure has everything you need for your Summer athleisure wardrobe! Photography by Macka Photography In the realm of athletic fashion, golf athleisure is leading the pack, fusing style with functionality and blending the preppiness of traditional golf attire with the comfort and versatility of modern activewear. As street style becomes increasingly casual, needing to transition from the gym to parent pick-up, golf athleisure is a comfortable option that never looks sloppy. So, throw...

April 2024