Beauty Within

Esthetician Emma McDonald puts skincare first, makeup second by Amanda Lacey Photography by Lindsey Mazzaferro Suffering from cystic acne as a teenager led Emma McDonald down a path to overcome—and help other women beat—the stress, anxiety and even pain that comes from acne, not to mention its impact on a woman’s self-esteem. Before becoming […]
Leg Up

So long skinny fit, wide-leg pants are taking over closets everywhere By Hailee Lucchesi Photos Courtesy of Retailer While bootleg and relaxed styles have been the market leaders in the pants market, and most likely your closet, the wide-leg silhouette is taking the industry by storm. What we love the most about this transition, […]
Livable Landscapes

Builders are luring buyers with neighborhoods that get more livability from their landscapes By Mark Samuelson How do you get homebuyers to make a move up—or sideways or to downsize—in a market where interest rates are twice as high as buyers had come to expect a few years back? One way is by squeezing more […]
Meat-Free

Mile-high spots for vegan and vegetarian cuisine By Lexi Reich As plant-based dining gains traction nationwide, Denver has emerged as a hotspot for inventive vegan and vegetarian cuisine. A recent analysis even highlights Coloradans as among the most likely to embrace a vegan lifestyle in the U.S. The Mile High City’s vibrant food scene […]
Amplifying Women’s Voices

The Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival lifts underrepresented filmmakers to top billing By Kastle Waserman Photos courtesy of Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival Important stories go untold when women’s voices are unheard, and unfortunately, the film industry is a stark reminder of gender inequality. Women have been underrepresented both in front of and behind the […]
The Brown Palace Spacation

Enjoy a royal retreat in the heart of Denver By Lexi Reich Photography courtesy of The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa In a city as dynamic as Denver, it’s easy to overlook the treasures hidden in plain sight. The Brown Palace Hotel, with its timeless architecture and storied past, offers a retreat that feels worlds […]
Discover the Best Fall Foliage

Top leaf-peeping hikes near south Denver By Lexi Reich As autumn approaches, the hills and mountains near Denver transform into a canvas of gold, orange and red hues. One of the best ways to experience this natural spectacle is through leaf-peeping hikes, particularly to witness the aspens in all their fall glory. Understanding […]
All About Family

Jennifer Markus shares her journey to real estate success By Kristen West When Denver real estate agent and broker Jennifer Markus was rated on America’s Best by Volume list by RealTrends, the weight of it took her by surprise. “I looked at all the people who I aspired to be when I started my […]
Nighty Night

Your circadian rhythm is a big deal for rest and rejuvenation By Kristen West We all know how important sleep is based on how we feel without it. Just ask the sleep-deprived parent, shift worker or a jet-lagged traveler. So, what is the secret to maintaining a healthy relationship with sleep? According to Ellen […]
Denver Fashion Week

This high-bar event continues to grow and delight the fashion community By Hailee Lucchesi Photos courtesy of Denver Fashion Week It is hard to comprehend that Denver Fashion Week (DFW) has grown from a weekend show to a bi-annual, seven-day production showcasing worldwide talent in just over a decade. The Aharonian family worked primarily […]