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Style A R T S + C U LT U R E M EE T RP E XO T I C S B E AU T Y FASH I O N AT I T S FI N ES T TR AV E L T U RKS AN D CAI C O S ISL AN D S

New location — same awesome design team.

Marcia Moore Design will soon be located in Clayton!

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

SEPTEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Kelley Lamm | kelley.lamm@lifestylepubs.com Gordon Montgomery gordon.montgomery@lifestylepubs.com

Clayton Has STYLE!

Julie Brown Patton | julie.patton@lifestylepubs.com

THIS YEAR’S STYLE ISSUE FOCUSES ON ART AND BEAUTY, FROM THAT

Rachel Chrisman

OF VAN GOUGH’S PAINTINGS TO THE EXQUISITE TURKS AND CAICOS

L AYO UT DESIGNER

ISLANDS. We highlight many local opportunities to experience and appreciate

Emily Lisenbee

COPY EDITOR

AD DESIGNER

talented artists and the wide variety of their unique styles. And, God’s handiwork is

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

evident in the crystalline turquoise waters of Turks and Caicos, an archipelago of 40

Mel Boban, Julie Brown Patton

low-lying coral islands in the Atlantic Ocean.

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Carol Green The Graceful Lens

We also learn about some safe and effective ways to enhance your own natural beauty, as well as fashion trends in luxury cars with RP Exotics.

Check out September’s Local Experiences for some great places for unique fashion finds, so you’ll be ready for family photos or even to walk the runway!

And finally, after a busy summer, let’s spend some time this September relaxing and unwinding. Whatever your preference is, we’ve featured some recommendations for local day spas, resorts, parks, and activities to pamper yourself and restore your mental, physical, and emotional health.

Have a healthy and beautiful style this September.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2021

FEATURES 16 Turks And Caicos Islands Another One of Marcie's Expert Travel Picks -- Adventure, Romance, Family Fun

20 Fashion At Its Finest New Claire Flowers Women's Boutique Opens Within Bespoke Apparel Showroom In Clayton

24 Meet RP Exotics Where The Road Is A Runway

30 Beyond Van Gogh The Immersive Experience With

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16 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

10

Around Town

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Local Experiences

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Travel Destination

30 Artist’s Palette

Take Me to Turks & Caicos!

Word has it if Travel Leaders Chesterfield owner, Marcie Boyle, ever goes missing, the first place to look would be the islands of Turks & Caicos. Having seen much of the world, Turks & Caicos is still her favorite beach destination. Experience the breathtakingly clear water, incredible restaurants, pristine beaches and exceptionally luxurious resorts for yourself.. For the best Turks & Caicos experience, ask Marcie for her list of insider tips learned from locals and dozens of trips to the islands.

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GOOD TIMES

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FISHING EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FOR CHECK-OUT AT CLAYTON LIBRARY Mid-County Branch Library staffers at 7821 Maryland Ave. now offer fishing equipment for check-out, including a fishing pole or a kit with pole, tackle box, hooks, bobbers, weights and basic fishing guide. All fishing equipment can be checked out for 14 days; and is provided through a partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation.

One of the best ways to find public fishing sites is by using the app MO Fishing, which is available for free for Android and Apple devices. Missouri state officials require a fishing permit for most people older than 15 years. Permits

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MDC offers free classes and other instructional Fishing. The library also has books and magazines about fishing that can be checked out.

For information on the fishing equipment, call 314.994.3300 or SLCL.org.

County libraries also offer a variety of items for check-out in addition to books: music, movies, portable projectors, musical instruments, telescopes, Chromebooks and Hotspot kits, video games, puzzles, board games and Read & Play kits.

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Ladue

Mayor

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along

Police Chief Ken Andreski Jr., recognized Ladue Detective Sgt. Bryan Lucas and Detective Jennifer Hendricks for their investigation of

the arrest and prosecution of the suspect, who committed several residential burglaries over the last year.

Photo courtesy of City of Ladue

RICHMOND HEIGHTS' AB GREEN PLAYGROUND TO BE REDESIGNED Richmond Heights officials applied for and received approval from St. Louis County Municipal Park Grant Commissioners to cover the costs of designing a replacement playground for AB Green Park, 7875 Dale Ave. Two public meetings were hosted to foster neighborhood input. City staffers indicate they will combine public feedback with the National Standards for Park and Playground Design elements to develop a project plan.

Once the project plan is finalized, city staffers say they will apply for a construction phase grant from the Municipal Park Grant Commission.

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

STYLE FALL IS GIVING US ALL THE FEELS FOR FASHION, FAMILY, AND A LITTLE RELAXATION. Whether you are looking to refresh your closet with some local boutique finds, gather the family for a unique photo shoot, or unplug for a pamper-friendly experience, we have you covered.

RELAX AND UNWIND + Chandler Hill Vineyards: Award-winning wines, full restaurant, Sunday brunch, sunset live music events, chef pop-up themed meals, barrel room, wine club, 4,500-square-foot terrace.

596 Defiance Road, Defiance, MO 63341 + Nouvea MedSpa: Luxurious personal care for medical services, massage therapy, aestethic services, wellness therapy, dermaplaning, waxing services, decollate, age-defying eye and lip treatment.

320 South Kirkwood Road, Suite 104, Kirkwood, MO 63122 + Aquarius Wellness Center for Healing Arts: Recharge and renew via traditional treatments to holistic remedies; side-by-side couples massages, day spa.

7750 Clayton Road #103, Richmond Heights, MO 63117 + Radiance Float + Wellness: Float therapy, infrared sauna, therapeutic IVs, cryo slimming, halotherapy, cryo facial, hydromassage, whole-body vibration, oxygen bar and aromatherapy.

1760 S. Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, MO 63144 + Moonrise Hotel: Eclectic, space-themed boutique hotel; pet-friendly; nearby shopping; vibrant nightlife; scenic rooftop bar and tasty restaurant, Eclipse.

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LOCAL FASHION FINDS + Lu Lu Belle of Ladue: Children's boutique that provides a variety of top designer brands, most of which are unique to the St. Louis area.

9727 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63124 + Mod On Trend: In-demand pieces at affordable prices for women's clothing and accessories with fashion-forward stylists; family owned and operated since 2013.

8827 Ladue Road, Ladue, MO 63124 + Mary Tuttle's: Cuff links, earrings (custom monogram), compacts, bow ties, bracelets, brooches, charms, jewelry boxes, necklaces, pendants, ring holders, rings, designer brands, unique household gifts.

17021 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005 + Bespoke Apparel: Carefully curated clothing for men's modern wardrobes with full alteration services provided; also includes ties, pocket squares, shoes, collar stays, sweaters and cufflinks.

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+ Claire Flowers: Professional women's attire designed for functional luxury, classic designed footwear, handbags and accessories; boutique launched by St. Louis native.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

Turks And Caicos Islands ANOTHER ONE OF MARCIE'S EXPERT TRAVEL PICKS -ADVENTURE, ROMANCE, FAMILY FUN

ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOS COURTESY OF TRAVEL LEADERS

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‘BEAUTIFUL BY NATURE’ IS THE MOTTO OF THOSE REPRESENTING THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS -- A REPUTATION STEMMING FROM THE CRYSTALLINE TURQUOISE WATERS, WHITE SAND BEACHES, WORLD-CLASS SPAS, PARADISE DINING MENUS, CULTURAL TRADITIONS, SHOPPING, OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AND 40-PLUS ISLANDS OR CAYS ADMIRED THERE. Each island and cay in the archipelago is a destination on its own, says Marcie Boyle, owner of RSVP Events & Travel and Travel Leaders Chesterfield, noting that Travel + Leisure voted the destination one of the best 50 places to travel.

The region consists of the larger Caicos Islands and smaller Turks Islands, two groups of tropical islands in the Lucayan Archipelago of the Atlantic Ocean and northern West Indies.

“The first time I flew in [into TCI], the colors of the ocean simply took my breath away. Turquoise that you’ve never seen before,” recalls Marcie. “Pictures simply don’t do it justice. The white sand, the crystal clear water for miles, is simply stunning. It quickly became my favorite island, and after several returns, I continue to feel that way.”

Making the island even more unique and organic is that it’s virtually untapped by retail chains. Marcie says all TCI hotels were individually owned until the arrival of The Ritz this year. The restaurants and bars are owned by locals, she adds.

“Everyone has a recommendation about where to go, and no one ever steers you wrong. Just ask your cab driver, bellman or concierge, and they will send you to some of the best of the best,” she says.

People who go to Turks and Caicos looking for all-inclusive packages do themselves a disservice, Marcie believes. She says the community’s food and hospitality locations are worth every penny.

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Marcie definitely recommends staying at the luxury oceanfront resort West Bay Club at which guests envelop themselves in beachside serenity and contemporary Caribbean style. It’s known for providing a relaxed, laid-back boutique setting for family vacations, personal getaways or couples seeking some peace and quiet.

A full-service spa, as well as a picturesque infinity pool ringed by loungers and palm trees, awaits visitors.

West Bay Club also offers sunning, sailing and snorkeling along an uncrowded strip of Grace Bay Beach.

Guests state the resort’s 46 studios and suites strike an effortless balance between homey and elegant.

TCI is a British overseas territory with Providenciales (known as Provo locally) as an island in the northwest Caicos Islands. Marcie really enjoys Provo’s Grace Bay and Long Bay area.

Marcie says Provo is an amazing spot for destination weddings.

Because she’s planned some there, she’s happy to help with details.

She says it’s also a wonderful honeymoon spot. “Some stay at a popular resort and then do a few nights in a more remote location like Amanyara or Parrot Caye,” she explains.

For travel plans, email MBoyle@TravelLeaders.com or call 636.778.1081. By booking with Travel Leaders, clients can receive resort credit from $100 to $300, based on resort and room category, as well as complimentary full breakfast for two, early check in/late check out, and upgrades when available. TravelLeaders.com/STLouisMo 18

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For families, Marcie and her team have an inventory of villas they recommend -many are available with butlers and chefs, if requested. She says several of the resorts

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“Provo is a highly sought-after destination – give yourself time to plan for this trip, so we can find the perfect hotel fit for activities, personalities, style, pace and budget,” says Marcie, who has visited most of the resorts there and can provide detailed answers to questions.

She’s even booked incentive trips there for clients who desire to wow their sales team with President’s Club trips.

West Bay Club’s sister property is Grace Bay Club, and ranks highly among Marcie’s recommendations. From hotel rooms, villas and fouror five-bedroom residences, there’s a style for every family size. This resort is known for its service and attention to detail. Marcie says she has clients who go back there year after year and ask if they can get their same butler or even their same room. “Their dining options are simply amazing – from Just Tacos on the

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steps they’re taking to be sure their staff and guests are safe. “This hotel just has such a sexy vibe and it sits on a fabulous beach,” shares Marcie. “Sipping rosé on the patio of Zest over lunch is one of my favorite things to do when I visit Turks.”

For those looking for remote getaways far from traffic and hectic lifestyles, Marcie says

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There are some TCI activities that Marcie says her team clues clients in on. “Little hints and tricks that not only make a great vacation, but enable them to immerse themselves into the island,” she says.

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FUNCTIONAL LUXURY BECOMES ‘SHOE-IN’

“Custom clothing is one-of-a-kind because you

A few years ago, St. Louis native Claire Flowers

are. Not everyone is built the same and not every-

attended a week-long training session in New York City

one should have to fit into the same box. At Bespoke

while previously working in information technology. She

Apparel, we embrace clients’ needs. We make gar-

says that week directed her focus to the need for com-

ments to fit them, not fit them into garments. We craft

fortable, stylish and durable footwear for professional

garments from the ground up to be perfectly suited

women. She soon quit her full-time technology career to

to each person’s body type and posture. Fantastic fit

pursue developing those types of shoes, forming Claire

and the unwavering knowledge that you look amaz-

Flowers LLC in 2014.

ing is something that everyone should experience,” explains David.

“I never thought of myself as creative, or that I’d be in fashion. But I couldn’t find anything in the market that

Dani reminds that good clothiers listen to their clients.

was both durable and cute -- you had to pick one or the

“It’s our job to hear between the lines, and make sugges-

other,” she explains. “I wanted to stop thinking about

tions that will help enhance our clients’ wardrobes and

what was on my feet and just go about my day.”

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FASHION AT ITS FINEST (CONTINUED)

Dani Corbett and David Corbitt

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Claire says she found success in appealing shoes by marrying innovation and classic design. She also added an injection molded rubber to the soles of Claire Flowers heels for added traction to avoid falling on smooth surfaces when the soles are wet. She then expanded her concepts of shoes into designing professional women’s apparel designed to be resilient, versatile and timeless.

Overall sustainability is important to Claire, too. She says one pair of her pumps can replace the use of five pairs from other manufacturers.

During 2020, Claire created and added handbags to her platform.

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COLLABORATION LEADS TO NEW CLOTHING LINE In the few months that these two business teams have been under the same roof, Claire Flowers and Dani Corbitt started creatively collaborating, which led to the desire to launch the Claire Flowers clothing line and to add a clothing-focused showroom in Creve Coeur.

Claire says she launched her shoe line with a focus on professional women, and since expanded into casual shoes. “We plan to do the same with Claire Flowers clothing,” she adds. “I’m focused on the design and cohesion of the collection, and Dani is concentrating on measurements, fit, procurement and technical aspects of the clothing.”

Referencing that it’s unusual to combine owners that hold both design and technical expertise, Claire says the union is a wonderful match for educated women who seek quality and consistency in their full ensembles.

“Claire Flowers footwear and apparel focuses on textiles, silhouettes and colors for professional women who value function and fashion. The new clothing line will provide the same classic, well-made results,” she vows.

On Sept. 2, Claire and Dani officially will unveil the Claire Flowers clothing line, starting with blazers and pants, at the new Creve Coeur boutique located at 12520 Olive Blvd., Suite E. The grand opening will be held from noon to 9 p.m.

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Meet

RP Exotics WHERE THE ROAD IS A RUNWAY ARTICLE MEL BOBAN PHOTOGRAPHY CAROL GREEN THE GRACEFUL LENS

TUCKED IN AN UNASSUMING CORNER OF CREVE COEUR

RP’s unique approach to luxury car sales,

LIES A TRUE GEM CALLED RP EXOTICS. Bringing a strategic

which they’ve coined “Prosignment,” offers

approach to selling luxury and exotic vehicles, the partnership duo

sellers a chance to offload a car from their

and the story behind RP Exotics is just as inspiring as the plum full

collection -- all with the top-notch service

garage found there.

and expertise of RP’s team. Just like real

Together, partners in luxury auto sales, Parker Gelber and Alex

estate, Parker and his team act as agents

Long, are taking the St. Louis high-end car market by storm, some-

in buying and selling the vehicles they rep-

times selling up to three cars a morning. At 21 years old, Parker built

resent, allowing for flexibility and the ability

RP with the help of his business partner, Alex, a seasoned sales

to work nationwide. By selling cars privately

expert, and they’re busier than ever.

within their network of collectors, buyers get

Parker started at another luxury dealership in town at just

more in their pocket (to the tune of $10,000

15 years old, cleaning cars as an intern. He quickly grew into an

to $20,000 more than a dealer), and they

entrepreneur, consigning cars on the side and buying and selling

make some friends along the way.

parts on eBay. With a vision for something bigger and a fearless

Greeted by an adorable French bulldog

approach to going after his dream, he says he took off on his own

named Cash, the hospitable nature of the

and never looked back.

garage and the passion for business within

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MEET RP EXOTICS (CONTINUED)

Ne utral Colors:

Shimmer and shine are

More space is in high

Yellow, red and orange

out, and flat matte is in.

demand,

are

A

alone if you want to take

streets. Colors such as

your crew for a ride versus

black, gray and white are

just your partner.

more frequently sold at RP.

smooth,

hazy

finish

stands out.

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Louis

“IT STARTED WITH WEASELING MY WAY INTO AN INTERNSHIP. AT 15, I SPENT MY TIME CLEANING FLOORS

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AND WIPING DOWN CARS AT A LUXURY DEALERSHIP FOR $8/ HOUR. BUT IT GAVE ME THE OPPORTUNITY TO WATCH AND LEARN, WORKING MY WAY INTO A SALES POSITION BY 16.” the walls makes it a downright fun place to visit. There’s even a stocked bar on-site.

They’re not all talk; the space is full and Alex mentioned needing more space soon.

Aside from the typical “getting to know you” conversation, the chat shifted to fashion: an aspect of car sales that can’t be left out. “Luxury cars parallel a lot with fashion trends,” explains Parker. “Cars are an extension of every individual’s style and personality, especially when it comes to Lamborghinis and McLarens.”

He says clients often seek out RP looking for a very particular car, sometimes even matching it to their wardrobe. “The client’s car might not feel fresh anymore and they’re

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AN ARTIST CREDITED BY MILLIONS OF PEOPLE WITH ENHANCING THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH ART WILL BE SHOWCASED IN ONE OF THE MOST UNIQUE PRESENTATIONS TO TRAVEL THROUGH THE GATEWAY CITY. Tickets for the blockbuster exhibition, “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience,” are on sale.

The exhibition fills the new Starry Night Pavilion on the grounds of the Saint Louis Galleria.

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Through Van Gogh's own words set to a symphonic score, guests come to a new appreciation of this tortured artist’s stunning work.

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This immersive experience features more than 300 of Vincent Van Gogh’s iconic artworks, and takes art lovers into a three-dimensional world that exhilarates the senses.

It was created by French-Canadian Creative Director Mathieu St-Arnaud and his team at Montreal-based Normal Studio.

Beyond Van Gogh will only be in St. Louis between Oct. 1 through Nov. 7.

Exhibition hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sundays through Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Four entry times are available each hour. Prices begin at $33.99 for adults and $19.99 for children ages 5 to 15. Children under 5 years are free.

Through multimedia and cutting-edge projection technology, Beyond Van Gogh breathes new life into Van Gogh’s vast work.

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