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LIFESTYLE LETTER

Happy & Well It’s a new year, and that signifies new beginnings and maybe even a new look.

With how busy life becomes, it is a nice reprieve to be still for a moment and reflect on where we have been, what the past year has taught us, what we want to grow and learn from, and what we want to do now. The practice of establishing new goals or a resolution for the coming year is something that can help us focus on what is truly a priority or at least what should be.

Some of the most popular New Year’s resolutions center around getting healthier, creating change and spending more time with the things we cherish. Other goals may be more community focused revolve around being intentional about finding ways to help people in need in our city.

Whatever your goals may be this year, go for it!

Our January issue is dedicated to you and all that is ahead to feel happy.

Being happy creates wellness and our hope for you in this New Year is to be happy and well.

Here's to a New Year and we hope you enjoy the new name and the new look!

Happy 2022!

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Lifestyle Letter

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City Scene

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Business Monthly

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Local Experiences

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Expert Help

Rejuvenating Plastic Surgeon Believes People Feel Their Best When They Look Their Best

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20 Interior Designs For Wellness

Good Design Equals Art Of Composition, Harmony And Style

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24 What's New For 2022?

Clayton: A Classy Community With Involved Residents And Businesses

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34 Presenting Pantone's Color Of The Year with picks by Interior Designer Jeanne Lashmett

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Truffles Restaurant Honored For Outdoor Beautifications Members of the Clayton Garden Club presented a Citation Award to Truffles Restaurant for their continuous outstanding environmental beautification and Landscape Design of Truffles’ outdoor dining space at 9202 Clayton Road in Ladue. Accepting the award was John Cella, owner of Truffles, his wife, Pauline Cella of Planthaven Nursery; Chris Blunt, the designer at Planthaven; and Aleksandar Jovanovic, Truffles general manager. Planthaven Nursery supplies the outdoor arrangements.

CASA Of St. Louis Names Supervisor Dedicated To Case Advocacy CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of St. Louis named Tylar Jarrett as supervisor of case advocacy. In that role, she advises CASA volunteers as they navigate the child welfare system, gather information, build relationships and make informed recommendations to the court about what's in the best interest of children in the foster care. Her prior experience comes from serving in a similar role for a year for CASA of Southwestern Illinois, in Belleville.

Ladue Has Secret 85th Time Capsule Ladue Mayor Nancy Spewak and city archivist Charlie Hiemenz buried a time capsule to commemorate Ladue's 85th Anniversary of incorporation on Dec. 1, 1936. They say the time capsule contains many interesting items, which will be revealed by a future generation. City representatives held a dedication of a time capsule on front porch of City Hall during last September.

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local experiences Locals recommending the best places and things to do in the city.

The New Year is the perfect time to make your health and wellness a priority, so why not pamper yourself at one of the many spas around town? Invite a friend for a day of relaxation or take some time for some much needed quality alone time. Whatever you prefer, we have you covered.

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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU REJUVENATING PLASTIC SURGEON BELIEVES PEOPLE FEEL THEIR BEST WHEN THEY LOOK THEIR BEST

New year beginnings and optimism work hand-in-hand to foster self-renewal.

"It's amazing what facial rejuvenation, whether surgical or nonsurgical, can do for one's spirit, energy and sense of freedom," assures plastic surgeon Deniz Sarhaddi, M.D., of St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery.

Looking into the mirror and seeing a bright face that looks fresh and rested can give a sense of well-being and simply feeling good, she says. "If starting the new year feeling good means getting a little filler under your eyes to brighten things up, or a little Botox to smooth your forehead, or a facelift to rejuvenate your whole look, why not? I think we all deserve to look in the mirror and feel happy with what we see, whatever that may mean for each of us."

To determine if one is a good candidate for cosmetic procedures, Dr. Sarhaddi recommends first being evaluated by a conscientious, board-certified plastic surgeon "There are so many things I personally take into account when I evaluate a patient for a surgical or nonsurgical procedure to give them the most beautiful and safe result possible," she says, reminding that it's best for patients to focus on the results wanted rather than the procedure desired so she can combine her judgment, expertise and training to offer the most appropriate treatment.

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Enthusiasm defines Dr. Sarhaddi’s approach to being a plastic surgeon.

She joined St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery after completing an Aesthetic Societyendorsed aesthetic surgery fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where she trained with leading experts in cosmetic surgery procedures and advanced nonsurgical techniques.

Her interest in aesthetic surgery started with her training in oculoplastics and nonsurgical facial rejuvenation, then blossomed to encompass full facial rejuvenation.

"In my opinion, facial aesthetics demands a level of finesse and orientation to detail that I find challenging, fulfilling and frankly, fun. I love working at the millimeter level, and focusing my eyes on shadows and highlights and learning how huge of an impact a tiny, well-performed change can achieve," she confides. "To be able to change a person's face, but still keep them looking natural and like themselves, is what I think the work is all about."

Dr. Sarhaddi also contributes to the world of academic plastic surgery by writing textbook chapters and manuscripts, and serving as a peer reviewer for the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

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Dr. Sarhaddi says she believes it's an incredibly personal decision to make a physical change. "Often, though, I find that patients want to look in the mirror and see that the outside reflects how they feel on the inside -whether that's looking less tired or aged than they feel, or wanting their body to reflect the amount of work they've been putting into their health, or wanting to feel more comfortable in clothes that they like."

The emotional readiness to make that change is another aspect entirely, she adds.

"A surgical change comes with recovery, a period of time that can last months, when patients need support and reassurance that they will heal and do well. That's the most challenging time for patients, the time between surgery and that perfect postoperative photo you see online," she says.

"I'm proud that between myself and my staff, we not only provide that support when the time comes, but we have frank discussions preoperatively about what to expect, not just physically, but emotionally as well," she explains.

She says the journey from the first visit to her office to the point when the patient is fully recovered and photo-ready is why she's involved with this particular medical field. "It's incredibly fulfilling to be asked to take part in what is a very personal journey for my patients."

During 2022, Dr. Sarhaddi says she hopes to hone in on new ways of combining surgical and nonsurgical interventions for a facial optimization approach to rejuvenation for patients. She adds that a youthful, fresh appearance really starts with skin tone, brightness and quality.

“I believe that when people look their best, they feel their best. Someone who thinks they look tired, angry, old, or unattractive often lets those feelings affect their interaction with the world,” she says. “I love the impact a few (or a lot!) of perfectly changed millimeters and effectively placed highlights on the face can have on a patient’s sense of well-being.”

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Plastic surgeon Deniz Sarhaddi, M.D., says freshening faces brightens people's moods and lives, just like having a good hair day, wearing a perfect outfit, and admiring sunshine while sipping a favorite beverage. "I love what I do everyday, and feel lucky to have such amazing p a t i e n t s a n d p a r t n e r s a t S T L C ."

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Intelligent, luxury design with tailor-made, signature style is the mantra of Clayton-based Marcia Moore Design. That style includes a special layer of considerations when it comes to supporting health and wellness.

The firm's owner and creative director, Marcia Moore, says she and her team weave in wonderful design details for clients focused on the myriad of ways environments affect them psychologically.

"Since COVID, interior design has become even more personal and connected to our health and wellness. We've gone from homes that we were used to being in for only a few hours a day, along with sleeping, to realizing that those homes, spaces or certain rooms need significant upgrades to meet our needs," Marcia explains.

No matter what clients desire psychologically from their residences, Marcia says they design spaces that are calming or vibrant to help people with feeling safe, secure, less stressed, creative, peaceful or motivated.

"What one person needs is different than the next. People generally can describe what they're hoping for in nebulous terms, or they realize that their furniture isn't comfortable or functional, and that's where we as designers can certainly provide seamless solutions," she adds.

Marcia confirms a combination of properties should be used to create inviting, healthy rooms: • Design principles -- balance, unity, variety, emphasis, movement, patterns, proportions.

• Design elements -- colors, shapes, forms, values, textures, space, lines.

• First impressions for guests come from exterior front entries and interior foyers. Ask what your entry says about you.

• How spaces are lit is very important for overall ambience. The best lighting source is the sun, so window size and placement are critical. Lighting can either boost one’s happiness or increase sadness and anxiety. Daylight is one of the most important factors in human performance.

• Size and spaciousness of rooms inf luences an occupant’s mood. Ceiling height impacts an individual’s notion of freedom or conf inement and the subconscious perception of space and environment.

People are more creative and focused in rooms with higher ceilings.

• Rich textures, colors and patterns yield variety in design. How furniture is arranged promotes positive or negative energy. Soft textures, such as shag rugs or velvet pillows, evoke comfort and happiness; metal elements promote strength and independence.

Mixing materials is critical to the vibrancy of rooms.

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• Biophilic designs that connect with nature are instrumental to one’s physical and mental health, fitness and well-being. This includes natural light, natural ventilation, natural materials, vegetation, exterior views, environmental shapes and forms. Environmentally impoverished habitats foster fatigue, symptoms of disease and impaired performance.

Large commercial office buildings with few windows, fluorescent lighting, cold metal, and concrete are indicative of this and there's even a name for it: sick building syndrome.

• For our physical health, we no longer have lead or other harmful chemicals in paint. We intentionally can purchase environmentally friendly fabrics, carpets and vinyl. Some countertops come with antimicrobial properties. Smart technology now also includes healthy technology, air quality monitoring – the list of improvements is endless.

Years ago, Marcia says interior designers were the ones who started discussions about the psychology of design in how it affects humans physically and emotionally. "Scientific tests eventually corroborated what we knew all along. One of the easiest ways to positively affect your mood is to declutter. Our brains function better in a functional, structured environment, which

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promotes stability and calm. Decluttering helps us move away from the past and live in the present."

She says her firm definitely is getting more requests for spaces that promote wellness, including workout rooms, wellness rooms, saunas, meditation spaces, massage areas and hot tubs.

All design elements can evoke positive or negative emotional responses. Color is the easiest to understand, so Marcia suggests starting there. "Different colors evoke different responses.

What's your favorite color and which one do you hate? Vibrant shades, such as yellow, orange and green, encourage socializing and communicating, while dark hues, such as purple, deep blue, red and darker shades of green, can feel gloomy. But when applied in appropriate places, they evoke a sense of comfort. Warmer shades of yellow and orange inspire relaxation and boost creativity. Icy blue and green, evoke a sense of calm," she says.

"The notion that home is a happy place is only true if that environment fosters happiness. Homes aren't happy per se, but can be molded and designed to promote good moods and health. This is the ultimate goal of an interior designer who focuses on health and wellness, not just pretty rooms," concludes Marcia.

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As the calendar page turns to 2022, Clayton Mayor Michelle Harris says residents can look forward to a multitude of enriched experiences. "It's a time for both hope and for reflection. While we're encouraged by an improving economic environment for the city in the new year, we're also tasked with identifying reasonable ways to meet the financial challenges that continue to exist," she says.

"You're likely aware that inflation hovers at more than 5%, so we can predict that the costs of doing business, that is, providing quality services, also are rising. What you may not realize is that Missouri state officials limited property tax growth for cities during 2021 to 1.4%. Additionally, business travel and office occupancy are down from pre-pandemic levels and expected to remain so until at least 2024," she continues.

"These trends impact Clayton especially hard because we're a business center for the region."

As a result, the mayor says city officials and staffers will be evaluating some difficult choices. She adds that for the near future, services will remain unchanged as general reserves are spent down. "We'll be taking a closer look at trash service, leaf and snow removal, street and facility maintenance, and park maintenance. Engaging both residents and businesses in thorough discussions about priorities will be important to determining the best possible choices for our community. Feel free to contact me or city staff with any comments or questions," she encourages.

On an uplifting note, the mayor points toward newly redesigned Center of Clayton, which she says offers the ultimate experience in sports, fitness, swimming, recreational, educational and lifestyle enhancing programs. The Center's 136,000 square feet includes four gymnasiums, two pools, a suspended jogging track, weight lifting equipment, aerobic/ dance areas, a 30-foot climbing wall, classrooms, lounge, Subway restaurant and meeting rooms. The Center is open to all with discounts for those who live or work in Clayton. mharris@claytonmo.gov Mayor's Office: 314.290.8470 Clayton City Hall Phone: 314.727.8100

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As a new brand ambassador for Just Strong Clothing, 9-year-old St. Louis County resident Presley Schellert is helping families with children who've been victims of gun violence and its traumatic aftermath find resources for mental health and trauma therapy.

Presley knows all too well what deepseated trauma can cause.

“Last April, our family was caught up in a mall shooting. For the 25 terrifying minutes it took to make our way to our car, in the dark, with other sobbing and terrified families, we didn’t know how many shooters there were and where they were," says Kelly Schellert, founding partner and creative director of Ethos Design Collective and Ceanii Artful Interiors. "Presley’s night terrors soon turned into affecting her physically and making her ill."

As a competition dancer for Motion Express School of Dance & Acrobatics in Sappington, Kelly says Presley had a panic episode just hours before she had to perform first for the day at a national competition. "With barely a few hours of sleep, she still performed that number, plus the large group number. Both performances went on to win first place overall national championships for their age group. Her third number, a Broadway trio, won third place overall at nationals."

"Dance is Presley's happy place, and the whole crew and Dance Force families at Motion Express rallied around her to provide an excellent and consistent source of joy over the summer. As her parents, we applaud her tenacity and spirit and facing down the

challenges to put it all aside," she adds.

Along the way, Presley learned to embrace the philosophy of being strong in both body and mind -- an approach that meshes completely with the platform of Just Strong Clothing, a global lifestyle brand for strong women.

Now, Presley helps others restore mental strength through healing art therapy and finding counseling services that are low to no cost. Art therapy helps children explore their emotions, improve self-esteem, relieve stress, and ease anxiety and depression. True to her mission, Presley attends virtual counseling each week, and says art is one of the healing tools that she really loves.

Counselors that incorporate this type of therapy may encourage youths to create emotional wheels, make puppets, develop stress paintings, mold a sculpture or assemble a journal.

"If you're a family in need of child trauma therapy, reach out to The National Child Traumatic Stress Network for all kinds of resources to cope. If you’d like to help share the positive message of strong in mind, strong in body, grab your own T-shirt @juststrong and add Presley’s code KELSCH10 for your own discount," says Kelly.

The NCTSN is funded by the Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and is jointly coordinated by UCLA and Duke University. For assistance, email info@nctsn.org or call 310.235.2633 or 919.682.1552.

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First Four Centuries of the Christian Era

OAS I S AT T H E C E NT E R O F C L AYTO N | 1 0 :0 0 A M Mark Etling, St. Louis University adjunct assistant professor of theology, will examine persons, events and ideas that were foundational for the shaping of Christianity as its known today. Join #103 (In Person) or #9303 (Online). Fee is $12.

This is part of four-session series. For questions, phone 314.862.4859, ext. 24.

JANUARY 15TH

Kids' Climb

C L I MB I NG WA L L AT T H E C E N T E R O F C L AYTO N | 2:0 0 P M This is a fun, exciting 1-hour rock climbing class for kids ages: 5-13 years. Experienced climbing staff will teach kids the basics of climbing in an enthusiastic and encouraging environment.

No experience is necessary. Minimum number of students will be two and maximum will be eight. Cost: Members $20 | Residents $45 | General $55.

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Community CPR Training

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Crescendo Auditions

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UNION AVENUE OPERA | 12:30 PM Union Avenue Opera will host the eighth year of CRESCENDO! – a collegiate enrichment program. This program is free and open to all voice students currently enrolled in an undergraduate program within 60 miles of St. Louis. CRESCENDO! begins in January and concludes with a public recital on March 6. A complete schedule is available at UnionAvenueOpera.org.

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C L AYTO N F I R E DE PA RT M E N T | 9 :0 0 A M Clayton Fire Department representatives will host a free Community CPR Class on Saturdays, Jan. 29 and Feb. 26, from 9 am to noon. Those who cannot make these classes will have the chance to join future Community CPR Training events. To reserve a spot, contact John Herr with the Clayton Fire Department at jherr@claytonmo.gov.

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Special Event: Godfrey

HELIUM COMEDY CLUB | 8:30 PM As one of the most dominant forces in the comedy circuit, Godfrey has been seen on stages from New York and Los Angeles to Dubai. Along with his own Comedy Central Special, his onscreen credits include "Zoolander," "30 Rock," and a recurring role on "Louie." This show is for those 18 years and older. Tickets are $22 to $30 each.

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