BuckHaven, GA September 2018

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

SEPTEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

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Me, at last year's Jeffrey Fashion Cares with the 2017 fashion issue. Long live good style!

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WHEN I WAS IN EIGHTH GRADE, MY BROTHER GAVE ME A BOOK OF FASH-

Melissa Brown, Valerie Shepherd, Dennis Malcolm Byron, Jessi Ford, Pam Yasinski

ION PHOTOGRAPHS BY RICHARD AVEDON. This little Midwest girl shopped at The Gap and some other long-gone boutique in the local mall. I was a short tomboy with zero fashion sense but knew that book was something special. The only thing I

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Dennis Malcolm Byron, Aubry Canales, Cameron Meredith, Nicole Stephens

had in common with those models was the gap between my two front teeth, a look shared by the leggy Lauren Hutton. I pored over those pages, appreciating, even then, the composure and confidence that fine clothing promised.

While I never possessed pieces by Halston, Dior or Yves Saint Laurent, I somehow found my confidence from simple separates and today have more blue in my closet than I probably should.

But, style is personal.

And, fashion is about finding things that make you feel like the best you.

The Instagrammers in this issue have each found a niche, splashing out their own

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style across social media’s most visual channel. They live nearby, so watch them for inspiration and hints on finding your next favorite piece.

I am hitting local boutiques this month to shop for the perfect outfit for Polo in the Pines, October 13 and 14. Lifestyle Pubs is a proud sponsor again and we can’t wait to see what everyone will be wearing. Find a fabulous hat and join us to help support all the good work at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

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And remember, you’re never fully dressed without a smile.

ON THE COVER Andrea Becker works from her Buckhead studio creating gorgeous gold jewelry for free spirits everywhere. “Gold Flower” necklace - $2,150. 22K gold flower pendant necklace features a lilac sapphire.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2018

FEATURES 18 Expressions of the Soul Andrea Becker Designs brings back the art of goldsmithing.

22 Baby Love Brookhaven designer dresses kids with fewer frills.

25 Seeing With Style Designing couple expands to Roswell.

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34 InstaStyle Our favorite stylers on Instagram.

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Locally Owned

28 Culinary Creations 30 Local Limelight 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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GOOD TIMES

Cooking for a Cause

Several Buckhead and North Fulton residents raised funds during a fun evening of culinary camaraderie and competition at Team Building with Taste to benefit The Eric R. Beverly Family Foundation, which helps remove financial barriers for low income breast cancer patients in beginning and successfully completing their treatment.

October Polo Date

Polo in the Pines Charity Classic benefiting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s pediatric cancer research is set for October 13 & 14.

Save the date, find a fab hat and cheer on the

polo players on the grand field adjacent to the big party tent. Capital Grille is feeding us!

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AROUND TOWN Brookhaven-based Opera Guild for Atlanta offers the scholarship and announced that Dr. Benoit’s efforts raised $22,000+, creating a permanent endowment.

The Opera Guild awards its scholarships based on the applicants’ skill demonstration at public concert held in April each year. OperaGuildATL.org/ scholarship-competition/information/

RAYS REMINISCES Ray's on the River server Lynne Gomez celebrates 33rd work anniversary this month. The now iconic Chattahoochee River-based seafood and steak restaurant hired her after a local retailer turned her down for a visual merchandising job. The rest is history, which Gomez is happy to reminisce. If you ask her for favorite memories, the first one that comes to mind is meeting her husband (thanks to a

HOME TOUR

co-worker) and getting married on a perfect blue-

NARI Atlanta (NariAtlanta.org), the local chap-

sky day along the river with her Ray’s family there to

ter of the National Association of the Remodeling

help celebrate. Congrats, Lynne!

Industry, presents its Ninth Annual Tour of Remodeled Homes Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Private homes transformed by NARI Atlanta members throughout Atlanta’s northern suburbs will be open to the public, with the remodeling teams on hand to answer questions. The tour is self-guided and will be held rain or shine. Advance tickets (through Sept. 14) are $20 and tickets purchased at the Tour are $25. Visit AtlantaRemodelingTour.com for tickets and information.

HARVEST FOR A CURE The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is hosting its fifth annual Harvest for a Cure event on Wednesday, Oct. 10, and the organization is proud to announce this year’s team of co-chairs who are working diligently to gain support for research that will help treat

WINNING VOCALIST

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and end multiple sclerosis globally. Elaine Carlos, Kari Carlos, Denise Dauphin, Julie Short and Gerry

Georgia State University vocal performance grad

Klaskala are all personally committed to helming this

student Joanna Burrell won the 2018 Tommy Trotter

gourmet food and wine extravaganza at The Stave

Memorial Scholarship. When Atlanta lost renowned

Room at American Spirit Works that will fund critical

tenor Tommy Trotter in 2017 at the too-early age

research initiatives and improve the lives of those

of 52, his husband, Dr. Cecil Benoit, decided to

affected by MS. Harvest for a Cure attendees expe-

remember him with an annual scholarship. The

rience a unique showcase of gourmet food, vintage

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wines and a luxury silent auction and raffle in an effort to reach a goal of $500,000 to benefit the Society’s global MS research projects. All funds raised during Harvest for a Cure help improve the lives of people living with MS by sponsoring local programs and services and accelerating worldwide research projects to help put an end to the debilitating disease. For additional information and sponsorship details, visit MSWineEvent.org.

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AROUND TOWN

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which pairs customers with experts who can provide design, installation and registry service. The 14 makers/ artisans showcased include Britt Bass Turner, Carlbots, Chad Floyd Woodworks, Colbie & Co., Courtney Khail Watercolors, Farmwood Press, Homespun ATL, Lamon Luther, MDC Interiors, Nicobella Organics, Proof Syrup, Revive Bath + Body: Natural soap, THROW.

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Polo in the Pines is Atlanta’s original premier polo social weekend benefiting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

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ATLANTA POLO BRUNCH FEST OCTOBER 14 The fundraising excitement continues with polo, cocktails, and music, at the "Best Brunch Bite" contest. Gather your group of friends and enjoy an afternoon

Meet Dr. Arshia Payman of Derm Clinic M.D.

of cocktails and bites on the banks of the Chattahoochee. Sunday's Atlanta Polo Brunch Festival is a unique culinary experience hosted by Polo in the Pines Ambassador, Lara Lyn Carter. The 2018 Polo in the Pines proceeds are dedicated specifically to pediatric brain cancer research at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in honor of this year’s honoree, Caroline Brewer who is in treatment at Children's. PoloInThePines.com

MUSIC TO YOUR MOUTH Save the date and get your tickets now for the season’s most gorgeous food and music festival in Palmetto Bluff, South Caroline. The story of Music To Your Mouth begins 12 years ago – a small team of Southern food fanatics put their imaginations (and appetites) together to celebrate Southern cuisine, creating a sensory experience unlike any other. Music To Your Mouth combines talented chefs, vintners, brewers, distillers, and artisans from across the South (and around the world) to toast the tastes, sips and sounds of the South. Stay at the stunning Montage Palmetto Bluff. November 15 - 18.

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Dr. Arshia Payman is a U.S. educated, board certified physician with a passion for medical aesthetics, skin rejuvenation, and providing superior patient care to all of her patients. She received her undergraduate and medical school training at George Washington University in Washington D.C. and started her practice at Derm Clinic M.D. in 2013.

Dr. Payman’s patients will tell you she prioritizes their interests and concerns, and places emphasis on spending time with each patient. Her professional obligation is to provide each patient with concierge-like care with clear aesthetic expectations during the treatment planning process. The practice is located in a state-of-the-art AAAHC certified surgical facility, which meets the most rigorous standards for medical safety and patient care. Dr. Payman has performed thousands of skin rejuvenation procedures from neurotoxin injections (botox and dysport), filler injections, mid-facial contouring, lip contouring/revolumizing, laser resurfacing, photofacial/IPL therapies, kybella injections and many more.

Dr. Payman’s aesthetic philosophy is tailored towards a natural-appearing rejuvenation of the face. As a woman, Dr. Payman makes it her key priority to understand her patient’s cosmetic goals.

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MEET KE N H U G H ES

LOCALLY OWNED

HOME SOLUTIONS EXPERT AND GARDENER’S FRIEND ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED MEETING KEN HUGHES, YOU MIGHT BE

gardeners, growers and healthy eaters through

INCLINED TO PICK HIS BRAIN ABOUT SMART

the natural fertilizers and micro greens harvested

HEATING AND COOLING SOLUTIONS FOR

through Skolex Bio Technologies, where he is a

YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS. Do you really need

partner. The company works from the ground

to change HVAC filters every year? (Yes) Can you

up, developing natural fertilizers harnessing the

assess the health of your furnace by its functionality

power of worms to make worm casting soil fertil-

and appearance? (No)

izers and amendments. Using the rich nutrients

Ken owns Milton Mechanical Services, the

of the worm castings, Skolex grows healthy, tasty

premiere heating, ventilation, and air condition-

micro greens that are used in salads, smoothies,

ing specialist in our community. He and his team

sandwiches and more. Skolex also grows flats of

of technicians handle air conditioner tune-ups,

wheatgrass and barley grass for local customers,

wireless thermostat installation, heating and

and supplies fun indoor kits for do-it-yourself

cooling design, and servicing & repairs for resi-

micro green gardeners.

dential and light commercial spaces.

and tasty microgreens - broccoli, kale, radish,

expertise on all-things HVAC means the customers

peas, and sunflowers. The Skolex team can help

of his family owned and operated business will get

with micro greens DIY kits with everything you

honest and thorough service. “There are a lot of old

need to grow micro greens at home.

furnaces out there,” says Ken from his Alpharetta

The organic worm castings are made from

warehouse. “We do more than just a visual check.

coffee grounds and adorable fertilizer art (slow

We actually measure combustion parameters and

release fertilizer blocks for your indoor and out-

carbon monoxide. If someone says you need a new

door plants), organic gardening advice and worm

furnace - get a second opinion.”

bins are always freely provided by Ken and his

But, there’s more to this level-headed professional than just his HVAC company’s success.

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This month, expect to find a variety of nutritious

Ken is as affable as he is knowledgeable. His

team, along with cool metal garden art welded by local artist Zachary Darnell.

You may well find him at the Alpharetta Farmers

Whatever your home or gardening interests are,

Market on Saturday mornings where he helps

you’ll find Ken ready for a conversation with solutions.

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SKOLEX GROWS HEALTHY, TASTY MICRO GREENS THAT ARE USED IN SALADS, SMOOTHIES, SANDWICHES AND MORE.

Milton Mechanical Services is a local, honest and knowledgeable company staffed with a team of tech specialists and customer service professionals.

They are a certified Trane representative and the exclusive dealer of Rairefy Home Comfort and Air Quality equipment. They can install a range of Assured Comfort products and provide programs to improve the comfort and air quality inside your home or business. Specializing in both residential and commercial applications, they have installed heating and cooling equipment in fire stations, the new DeKalb County IT building, restau-

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OF THE SOUL THERE'S JUST SOMETHING ABOUT THE BRIGHT COLORS OF ANDREA BECKER DESIGN THAT REMIND YOU OF WATER, THE BEACH, ANCIENT TREASURES, AND THE VIBRANT CARIBBEAN THAT CALL TO THE SOUL. And Buckhead's own goldsmith and creator behind the jewelry is calling loudly to her many followers around the country with her eponymous line.

After having a career as a successful interior designer and owner/creator of an international women's clothing line (featured in stores like Nordstrom), Andrea Becker decided to listen to the voice within her heart and learn the ancient methods of goldsmithing.

"There I was, a mom with middle and grade school aged kids living in New Jersey, and I knew I had to press re-start and honor the calling in my heart to create one-of-a-kind pieces you could wear from yoga to a PTA meeting to the beach to a charity ball, all in the same day if you had to," Andrea says.

So she decided, with a nudge from her sister and support from her husband, to go all-in and apply to train with the very few Master Goldsmiths (such as Fredrika Kulicke), in the heart of the Diamond District in New York. Student by day, mom and wife by night, Andrea set off to learn how to create pieces that honored the centuries-old traditions, while incorporating the colors that stirred her soul, and trend-forward styles she was drawn to, combining both old and new. Learn she did, and upon finishing training she was already well on her way as she started her own line, Andrea Becker Design.

We recently caught up with Andrea Becker in her Buckhead studio to ask her a few questions about both her popular jewelry line and what brought her business to Atlanta.

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"MY PIECES MAKE A JOURNEY FROM MY HEAD, TO MY HEART, TO MY HANDS, TO MEET AND MATCH YOUR SOUL."

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EXPRESSIONS OF THE SOUL

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Summer Harvest

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Swept Away

PNL: Why the sudden change of careers when you own a super successful business mid-life?

AB: I was overseas sourcing fabrics and attending a global trade show and missed my daughter’s birthday. That was my breaking point (and hers!). I knew I wanted to create something, but I wanted complete control of the design process--from idea, to materials, to creation, to your hands.

PNL: What drew you to jewelry and goldsmithing?

AB: I've always loved hand-created jewelry pieces with high karat gold. Every year I would wait excitedly for Christmas when I knew my husband would add to my collection from my favorite goldsmith, Gurhan. There was just something about the fact that gold comes from the ground, and would withstand centuries of changes even if found today. It spoke to me in a way I can’t explain.

PNL: You draw much of your design inspiration from the beach – why is that?

AB: I know the beach is a healing happy joyful place for just about everyone. I’m not going to design anything that isn’t representative of the colors, of the feeling, or of the freedom of truly connecting with Andrea Becker

our souls and with others, like my family does at the beach.

PNL: Your motto is “Let Your Spirit Flow.” What does this mean to you and your clients?

AB: Every piece I make is handmade, and whether it is a limited run piece or a commissioned piece, each is unique and made specifically for the woman that will wear it. I channel their spirit when I am creating it, and just as no two women are alike, neither are my pieces.

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BABY LOVE ARTICLE JESSI FORD | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

IF GLITTER, TUTUS AND WILD GRAPHIC TEES AREN’T YOUR IDEA OF A STYLISH WARDROBE FOR THE LITTLE ONE IN YOUR LIFE, YOU AREN’T ALONE. When Sarah Heiserer, Brookhaven resident and fashion admirer, had her daughter three years ago, she couldn’t find a children’s clothing line with the minimalistic, neutral and easy-to-wear look she was searching for. In 2016, Sarah took matters into her own hands and created e Lou, the less-is-more clothing line for 6M - 4T inspired by the spunky and independent spirit of her daughter, Emme Lou. Sarah’s vision for e Lou style bucks the Southern tradition of monograms, smocking and tulle. The brand is dedicated to a fresh take on childrenswear, bringing a laid-back West Coast vibe that can be hard to come by in Atlanta. Each e Lou piece is intended to be worn for everyday play or a special occasion.

Each style is versatile and features several of the most popular pieces as gender neutral options.

As an Atlanta-native, living in Brookhaven was an easy decision for Sarah and her husband, Hans. Their charming home was once owned by Hans’ mother and is the perfect setting for Sarah to draw inspiration for e Lou. The appeal of city living blended with their quaint neighborhood allows Sarah to strike the balance between entrepreneur and mother. Having shops and restaurants like Savi Provisions and Valenza within walking distance make for special date nights and convenient snack runs for Emme Lou. From the moment you meet the mother-daughter pair, it’s easy to see the incredibly special bond that Sarah and Emme Lou share. As the muse of e Lou, Emme Lou not only models the clothing but also 22

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wears the pieces every single day. The wearability of the line is an extremely important design feature to Sarah. Whether Emme is playing at Chastain Park, out at lunch with Sarah at Kale Me Crazy or dancing through Brookhaven while listening to Bruno Mars, e Lou is appropriate for every busy toddler.

As a busy mom and designer, Sarah has to admit that she doesn’t have much time to shop, so when she does it’s almost always online. When she does have the opportunity, you can find her browsing Planet Blue and Warby Parker in The Shops at Buckhead or Sugarboo in Brookhaven for Emme Lou. One of her favorite brands is Free People which embodies her breezy California personal style.

As for fuel for her busy life, Sarah sticks to a mostly vegan diet. She loves dining at True Food Kitchen and Cafe Sunflower. Her latest obsessions is SAMA Food For Balance where she orders the pita bowl and a charcoal lemonade.

As a serious beach fanatic, Sarah is passionate about marine life and ocean conservation. e Lou actively participates in the 1% For The Planet initiative donating 1% of total sales to organizations dedicated to the preservation of the sea. The opportunity allows customers to support a local brand while making a global impact.

If you ask Sarah what qualities make the best childrenswear she’ll tell you two things: Style and function. “I think childrenswear should be designed with as much thoughtfulness as womenswear. It should be approachable with mix and match options without compromising the statement that each piece can make on its own,” Sarah says. “Fashion is meant to be fun and I want to design clothing for children that makes having fun the most important thing.”

Future plans for e Lou are growing just as quickly as the brand’s muse, Emme. Sarah hopes to continue to expand the e Lou line with new designs and just released a successful summer launch. The latest additions to the collection include a ribbed bodysuit, a tiered romper and high waisted leggings that will make any mom-on-the-go envious. Sarah’s attention to minimalist detail is the common thread among all e Lou pieces. Whether a garment features delicate buttons, a tie closure or a breezy silhouette, each item is easy to style and easy to wear. Proving that while e Lou may be designed for children, it’s also designed to allow the parents that dress them to find their perfect fit as well.

You can shop the entire line by visiting elou.style or via Instagram at @elou.official.

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ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLE STEPHENS PICKING OUT GLASSES WITH ANDY AND GAZAL TABRIZIPOUR IS LIKE SHOPPING WITH A VERY SAVVY PERSONAL STYLIST WHO ALSO HAPPENS TO KNOW EVERYTHING ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND THE FRAMES. They ask about lifestyle (do you workout? spend time in an office?). And, they study the prescription to determine specific needs that will affect a frame choice. Smart!

I’m nearly blind in one eye, so I depended on the staff for their honest opinions while trying on frames. I trusted them to help me look like a better me. I gravitated toward the styles designed by Gazal herself. The shapes, colors and sturdiness of her frames were appealing and varied, making the choice a challenge and the process super fun.

Together, we chose a sassy frame and Andy promised my heavy prescription would be managed thanks to his quality lens manufacturer - the very best in the industry.

Gazal Eyewear opened in Roswell this summer, the couple’s second full-service optical boutique. Their first successful shop, Atlanta Vision Optical is in town (at Edgewood, near Inman Park) and celebrates its tenth anniversary this year. Gazal’s inspired line was first launched there alongside styles by Jacques Marie Mage, Lindberg, and Dita Eyewear. Gazal Eyewear & Sunglasses can also be found at other fine opticians across the country.

They chose Roswell for their second business, as a homecoming. “We lived off Crabapple for years before moving closer to the Edgewood location. We have always been in love with the historic downtown Roswell for its look and feel and for the amazing community that built and sustain it,” Gazal said. “We’re proud to be a part of such a vital community and look forward to fitting many of our neighbors with beautiful eyeglasses and sunglasses to 470.729.2020

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CULINARY CREATIONS

POPPIN' Good ARTICLE PAM YASINSKI

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU HAD AN UNEXPECTED MOMENT OF HAPPINESS ( UMOH )? The people who put the POP in King of Pops hope it was when you had one of their popsicles in hand. Two brothers, Steven and Nick Carse turned their pushcart business into a dream come true on UMoH at a time.

The pops originate from the King of Crops which is a farm in Winston, Georgia. The locally sourced produce goes straight from the farm into the handmade pops. A few unique flavors include blackberry ginger lemon, chocolate sea salt, sweet tea n’ lemonade, banana puddin’ and raspberry rosewater. Some festive seasonal favorites include Mexican chocolate, pineapple habanero, and watermelon mojito. The farm manager grew up in Brookhaven and is now very happy to be giving back to the neighborhood that raised him. Grab a pop at farmers markets nearby. Join the Salad Club and pre-order locally grown produce--it'll will be ready and waiting at the rainbow umbrella.

The happiness does not end there. King of Pops is a huge supporter of their community as a nonprofit organization. They give back to the community through programs such as Quality Care for Children (QCC) helping alleviate the problem of Georgia’s summer food gap and Life Line Animal Project (LLAP) working to end the euthanasia of healthy and treatable dogs and cats in Dekalb and Fulton counties.

King of Pops has made many visits to elementary schools through their Little Kings program teaching young school children about setting up businesses and how to reuse foods in ways such as composting.

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For over 111 years, Riverside Military Academy has remained the nation's preeminent all-boys military college preparatory academy. Located in Gainesville, GA, Riverside Military Academy educates young men in grades 7-12. Our Corps of Cadets averages over 500 cadets from 30 nations and 30 states. www.cadet.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY DENNIS MALCOLM BYRON AND AUTOMAKERS

STRIKING CAR DESIGNS THAT SET THE BAR IN 2018

THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CONTIN-

the right places, we highly recommended

UES TO BE EXTREMELY COMPETITIVE,

the F-Sport Package ($4,105) including

SO AUTOMAKERS HAVE TO FIND INVEN-

the customary “spindle” grille, 16-spoke

TIVE WAYS TO STAND OUT FROM THE

wheels, aluminum pedals, and numerous

REST. Be it a makeover of an existing model

other racing-inspired amenities in the cabin.

or in one case, an all-new trim making its

Complete the head turning with orange

debut this year, here are some of the most

caliber brakes; premium triple-beam LED

stunning exteriors presented in 2018.

headlights and floodlights, and the glisten-

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ing “Atomic Silver” paint before igniting the 2018 KIA STINGER GT The KIA brand has made extraordinary progress from their independent launch into the US market in the early 90s. Revered for their improvement in virtually every specifica-

road with 311 horses under the hood.

Price: $43,570; $55,660 as reviewed For more information, visit Lexus.com.

2018 JEEP WRANGLER RUBICON 4X4

tion, they have taken their design and power

The Jeep brand is as American as apple pie

output to new heights with their head-turning

and continues to produce dream automobiles

Stinger GT. Peaking at 365 horsepower thanks

for the adventurous, off-roaders—and recently—

to its 3.3-liter twin turbo engine under the

the fashionably hip. To cover all the bases, the

hood enhanced with “Launch Control,” KIA’s

current stylization of the 2018 Rubicon will

talented design team successfully crafted the

please both traditionalists and its burgeoning

Stinger’s looks to match its brawn. Popularly

fan base of millennials. We were wowed by the

showcased in an intimidating “Hichroma

Granite Crystal Metallic paint adorned by some

Red,” the LED lighting package, and Brembo

must-have, yet affordable packages, including

brakes adorning the 19-inch wheels collec-

LED lighting ($895); “Street Bumper Group”

tively confirm a bright, boundary-pushing

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future for this Korean powerhouse.

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Ultimately, this model successfully preserves

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Price: $36,995; $47,665 as reviewed For more information, visit Jeep.com.

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SEPTEMBER

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our members grow their businesses

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the state. Producer-only means that

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are always welcome. If you are interested in learning more about Rotary.

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The purpose of the BWBG is to help

Brookhaven and stand up and be

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This is a family-friendly event, so bring the kids, dogs and whomever else is hungry.

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