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SEPTEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Jim Newman | jnewman@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

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Happy September!

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BACK IN THE DAY, THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL WAS AFTER LABOR DAY.

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We could swim all day, play capture the flag after dark, and wait to go school shopping for sweaters until the temperature finally drops below 90. Now, our kids turn the corner into August and boom, back to school. I remember going school shopping with my mom and sister, lining up new wool skirts, corduroy pants and turtlenecks on my bed, searching for the combination that wouldn’t cause me to break out in a sweat on the bus (where opening the windows was our best hope to cut through the heat). We put away the white pants and open-toed shoes and checked that last year’s boots still fit (they never did). I would clean out my closet and pass hand-me-downs to my little sister. I was the first girl after four boys so didn’t get hand-me-downs. Plus, I think my mother probably enjoyed buying girls clothes after years of pants, shirts and loafers. Though, I was never a girly girl so probably shopped for my share of pants, shirts

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22 Inspired to Walk Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance walk set for September 18.

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26 Pretty on Paper Jackie Garson Howard of Paces Papers makes life lovelier.

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Local Limelight

22 Local’s Choice 26 Artist’s Palette 32 Travel Destination

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officially start my day. Work out, grab some kind of bar/protein

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shake, review my schedule…organize, and make preparations

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in 20 seconds. I love perusing the new fall line of handbags,

When there is no boozy lunch, I put it into high gear and work

accessories and clothing for men and women, noting a few

through lunch - typically taking this time to continue to finish chapters

items that will be perfect for a seasoned client I’ve been

in my upcoming book, work on my podcast, “Stylehub,” and make @

shopping with for over 10 years.

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11:30 a.m. Boozy Lunch with my gals ;) then visit my other

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fave stores in the Buckhead Village District: Alice and Olivia,

1:30 p.m. More coffee (seriously). Quickly moving to the next task,

Intermix, and Moncler, my latest love. As we discovered last

an “E-Style Seasonal Check-In” via FaceTime, with a long-time cli-

year, taking style directly to clients was essential. So working

ent to confirm what is needed for the upcoming season. Shop local

with Moncler, I now do private styling suites, where we can

boutiques that have her fave designers and research online options.

go to someone’s home, or a hotel suite to create a private

Have boutiques pull favorites for her ASAP. I know how fast the good

curated experience for a select group.

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TasteAndTenacity.com IG: tasteandtenacity FB: Taste and Tenacity Twitter: @staytenacious15 stuff goes so if you don’t have a sense of urgency, you shouldn’t be chasing anything. Coordinate shipping for style boxes and have items shipped overnight from online stores of confirmed “likes.” 3:00 p.m. Speed thinking in carpool, because I’ve gotta make use of every minute of every working hour… I hunt down specific items across the country with my boutique babes for clients who love unique and hard to find designers. Call all boutique contacts and text to await pics of the latest, most wanted arrivals. While waiting on pics, also mix/match swatches from pics I’ve taken for my made-to-measure client. His request, to pick one jacket, five pants and six shirts that will all work together. 4:00 p.m. Race home to do a style sesh on what the new 9-5 will look like for a seasoned client who has not been in the office since the beginning of Covid. Adjust the looks according to her style and what the current working environment is like. Create a catalog of items, send the links to her to purchase. Done and done. 4:30 p.m. Daily client convos: discuss new wardrobe options with new clients who have either been recently divorced,

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Brittany feels that it is her mission to carry on her moth-

HAS BEEN HELD AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS

er’s legacy by keeping her memory alive, especially every

ACROSS METRO ATLANTA. In its inaugural

September during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. The

year, the GOCA Walk was held at Centennial

Teal Trot is just one example of Brittany’s support. “You are

Park and has had many celebrated walk routes

not alone and do not give up hope,” says Brittany. “Join the

since then. Regardless of its location, the

Teal Trot, attend the Shaken, Not Stirred Gala in support of the

GOCA Walk, rebranded as the “Teal Trot” in

Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance.” For Brittany and so many

2014, has always been a hallmark fundraising,

others, these two GOCA events show just how many people,

advocacy, and community empowerment event

most of whom are complete strangers, are there to love and

for GOCA and the ovarian cancer community. This year’s Teal Trot is being held at Chastain Park on September 18.

support everyone through this journey. The Teal Trot is designed for walkers and runners at various

Brittany Winn of Buckhead lost her mother, Carolyn, to ovar-

paces. Whether you enjoy a casual walk or a competitive race,

ian cancer in June of 2018. “I do the Teal Trot to remember my

this survivor-forward event is intended to gather us in remem-

mother and to keep her memory alive among our family and

brance of those who are no longer with us, and also to honor and

friends,” says Brittany. “The Teal Trot brings awareness to ovar-

recognize women, their families, caregivers, and all who have all

ian cancer which was one of my mom’s main life missions once

been affected by ovarian cancer.

she was diagnosed.”

“Before my mother was diagnosed, we had no idea that the

Teal is the color associated with the ovarian cancer com-

BRCA gene ran in our family,” says Brittany. “Mom made it her

munity, and Chastain Park will be a sea of teal on September

duty to educate our family and ensure that we all got tested as

18. There will be teal t-shirts sporting team names and

well.” Through Carolyn’s dedication, Brittany found out that she CONTINUED >

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LOCAL’S CHOICE (CONTINUED) Kelly Nollan supports GOCA

too had the BRCA gene mutation. It is through a mother’s advocacy

Throughout its history the Teal Trot, Georgia’s largest ovarian

and passion for her family that Brittany has the ability to be proactive

cancer awareness event, has had over 25,000 participants and

and make better decisions in her own life. It’s a true gift from her

has raised 1.7 million dollars in support of the Georgia Ovarian

mom, for which she is eternally grateful.

Cancer Alliance’s mission of education and awareness through-

Brittany has participated in the Teal Trot since her mother’s diagnosis. That first year she walked by her mother’s side, and in subsequent years she and a small group of friends and family continue to fundraise and walk in her memory. 24

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exquisite and memorable engagement announcements, save-the-date, wedding invitations, rehearsal dinner, programs, place cards, thank you notes and much more. Referred to as a wedding portfolio, Jackie and her team are Atlanta’s trusted and knowledgeable experts when it comes to paper and anything printed on paper. “Brides wanted their dream day and were willing to wait and postpone their dates and that’s why venues are booked through 2022,” explains Howard. “Our team is helping to plan for weddings that are scheduled on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.”

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

Stylish Hotels to Experience Across the Country

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The Graduate Nashville L o c at i o n : N a s h v i l l e , T n S u b m i t t e d B y M a r i a D i n o i a , Fran kli n Li festyle The millennial pink interior design at The Graduate Nashville is screaming for you to come take a picture with your friends. There is so much of Nashville’s history to take in and so many amenities to enjoy. This hotel is definitely a tourist attraction, not just a place to stay. Try the full Dolly Parton experience and book a ride around Midtown in a 1990 stretch white Cadillac limousine that has been decked out and restored for maximum fun!

The Graduate Nashville

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The Inn at the Mission

The Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano L o c at i o n : S a n J u a n C a p i s t r a n o , C A S u b m i t t e d b y M i c h a e l G e r a r d , Lag u na N i g u el Li festyle “High ceilings, mission-style grand armoires, chandeliers and thick corbel ceiling beams add a timeless authenticity to our hacienda-style guest rooms, suites and luxury villas.”

—The Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano You’ll love the traditional Spanish food at the hotel restaurant and the charming historical architecture of The Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano. This is the perfect hotel to hold a wedding, get away on your honeymoon, or just take a spa trip because you deserve it.

The Arrabelle at Vail Square L o c at i o n : Va i l , C O S u b m i t t e d b y J a h n a E i c h e l , Fo rt Co lli ns Li festyle

No Vacancy

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treatments that incorporate natural ingredients. Or grab a bite to eat at Tavern on the Square, where comfort food meets casual mountain elegance.” —The Arrabelle at Vail Square The Arrabelle at Vail Square

No Vacancy L o c at i o n : K a n s a s C i t y, M O S u b m i t t e d b y A n g e l a B r o o c k e r d , J o h ns o n Co u nty & Leawo o d Li festyle Another fantastic wedding venue, No Vacancy has a uniquely modern and cozy atmosphere that will enchant guests. It is also a great space to host a retreat or just take a trip on your own. “Book one or ALL of the 8 unique guest rooms and find solitude in the lounge or discover an oasis on the 2nd story courtyard.” —No Vacancy

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