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The Style Issue
Are you a trendsetter? Maybe you feel confident in being the most overdressed in the room. You know how to make an entrance. (Eyes up, shoulders back, and smile.) That's our goal for this month at least. It's September, and now is our chance to shine with our Style Issue.
We're inspired by fashion, food and faith blogger Nathalie Mukendi. She joined photographer Lindsay Barlow of LB Photography at the Highlands Ranch Mansion to model some chic, put-together looks for the fall. And they have us swooning.
No matter what fall fashions you find this fall, we're still soaking up all the Colorado outdoor style we can while the weather holds. There's still time for lots of road races, hiking, paddleboarding, picnics galore. We're so blessed to live in this state with a gentle transition to winter. We hope to see you out there!
September 2024
PUBLISHER
Jennifer Starbuck | Jennifer.Starbuck@CityLifestyle.com
MANAGING EDITOR
Sonja Nix | Sonja.Nix@CityLifestyle.com
PHOTO EDITOR
Lisa Lord
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Angie Jehu
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Katie Bibler, Abbi Sulaski, Sonja Nix
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Lindsay Barlow, Kelsey Huffer
Corporate Team
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Andrew Sapad
LAYOUT DESIGNER Jamie Housh Learn
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On July 31, Highlands Ranch Travel agency and Ponant Cruises hosted a dinner at Maggiano’s to introduce special guests to their new partnership. Together, they offer Nordic cruises, taking guests to off-the-beaten-path destinations full of educational experiences and bespoke services. 1: Nordic travel specialist Terryl Lofgren 2: HRTVL’s Dan Kraft with Rick & Julie Keegan 3: Linda Eyer and Sandy Stokely 4: Deidre Hammond with Michael & Tappy Scanlan 5: The entire HRTVL team 6: Steve & Barb Sande 7: Owner and President Marcie Mauritsen-Mann
Highlands Ranch City Lifestyle readers were in full force supporting American athletes at the 2024 Summer Paris Olympics. 8: Mrs. Colorado 2020 Nicole Covney with husband, Jason, on the Seine. 9: The Covney family of Highlands Ranch: Nicole, Jason, Jayce, Grace and Garrett. 10: Angie and Patrick Jehu of Douglas County in front of Stade de France to watch Noah Lyles win gold. 11: The Jehus with three-time gold-medalist Kerri Walsh-Jennings (beach volleyball) and 2024 gold-medalist Lee Kiefer (fencing). 12: The Jehus with 5-time Gold medalist Missy Franklin. 13: Brooke and Scarlett Woodward, who is a competitive swimmer, at the Aquatics Centre in Paris. 14: Brett, Scarlett, Raef and Brooke Woodward of Highlands Ranch at the beach volleyball venue Champ de Mars.
On Aug 3, Audi Denver sponsored the 2024 Littleton Twilight Criterium. Held each year in Old Town Littleton, the criterium includes amateur and professional races. The Audi Denver Littleton Twilight Criterium is part of the national criterium series formed in collaboration with USA Cycling and America’s best criterium races. Skylar Schneider won the women’s pro race and Alfredo Rodriguez won the men’s. 16: Audi Denver’s Stephen Powers, Vice President of Operations 18: Audi Stage at the Twilight Criterium. 19: Pam Grove & Andrea Peters, Littleton City Council Members; Kyle Schlachter, Mayor of Littleton: Robert Reichardt, Littleton City Council. 20: Women’s Pro Race start 21: Men’s winners podium Photography by @photos_by_mcgraw
Celebrate Another Healthy Year
AdventHealth celebrates your strength, dedication and confidence as you move through life, and we’re committed to helping you be proactive about your health. That’s why we provide women’s care that supports you in body, mind and spirit.
During Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage you to make time to learn as much as you can about early detection of gynecological cancers and healthy lifestyle choices that can help prevent them. Count on us to be there for you with the expertise and compassion you deserve.
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Ravenna Golfer Ashley Kozlowski Wins CGA Championship
Ashley Kozlowski of Lone Tree won the prestigious CGA championship in July at the Olde Course in Loveland. Kozłowski, who plays out of the Club at Ravenna, won the 77th CGA Women’s Stroke Play by the most significant margin since 2017. The 22-year-old won convincingly with rounds of 70-68-69 for nineunder-par and an eight-stroke victory. Next up for the recent Purdue grad, a new job in Melbourne, Florida, and USGA qualifiers.
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Symphony of the Rockies VIP Ribbon Cutting Event
After 70 incredible years, the Arapahoe Philharmonic will become The Symphony of the Rockies. Music Director and Conductor Devin Patrick Hughes leads this world-class symphonic music ensemble. You are invited to celebrate this historic moment at the upcoming VIP launch event and ribbon cutting. The goal is to raise $10,000 to support the inaugural season through ticket sales for this exclusive event. Tickets are limited and cost $149 for an individual and $279 for a couple. Arapahoe-Phil.org
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Jack's Modern American Steakhouse Breaks Ground
Lone Tree Mayor Marissa Harmon and City of Lone Tree Council members were on hand for the groundbreaking at Jack's Modern American Steak and Seafood Restaurant. Lone Tree's flagship location in the heart of the Entertainment District will add another high-quality dining option to the area. The new twostory building will include both a restaurant and an event space, where diners can enjoy Jack's diverse menu, including its take on a southern-style steakhouse and dry-aged fish and sashimi.
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Put your Best Tooth Forward for Back-to-School
“A smile is the universal welcome.”
—Max Eastman
A bright and cheery smile conveys warmth, acceptance, and joy, regardless of language, culture, or background.
One of the most empowering gifts a parent can give their child is the confidence to smile proudly. Station Dental understands that dental health extends beyond the teeth in one's mouth; it mirrors internal and external health. Issues like tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath (halitosis) can disrupt the body’s symbiotic processes and peer relationships.
Proper dental hygiene is as essential as proper diet, regular exercise, good rest, and mental health. Just like regular pediatric physicals, regular checkups with a dentist are crucial to a child's total well-being.
There is no better time to get your child started or reintroduced to good dental hygiene than Back-to-School.
EARLY DETECTION AND PREVENTION:
A dental check-up before the school year starts allows your child’s dentist to catch
and address any potential issues early. This can prevent minor problems from becoming major ones, ensuring your child's oral health is in top shape.
ESTABLISHING ROUTINE: Scheduling dental visits around the same time each year helps establish a consistent routine, crucial for maintaining oral health. Summer checkups ensure your student won’t miss school for a dental appointment
PROTECTION FOR ACTIVE KIDS: If your child participates in sports, the dentist can provide custom-fitted mouthguards to protect their teeth from injuries. This is particularly relevant at the start of the school sports season.
Station Dental strives to provide a childfriendly environment with compassionate team members to help alleviate or potentially prevent a child’s fear of the dentist. Bring your child in today to set them up for a healthier, more successful school year, both academically and socially.
Station Dental has offices throughout the Denver Metro area, including its Highlands Ranch location, 9358 Dorchester St Suite 103.
Learn more about its providers and services for the entire family at stationdentalgroup.com
Dr. Miranda Hutchison, Station Dental Chief Clinical Officer.
Emmanuel K. Eliason, CFP® President & CEO
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@CORPORATELYCHIC NATHALIE MUKENDI SHARES
HER INSTA-WORTHY PICKS FOR SUMMER TO AUTUMN TRANSITIONAL WARDROBE
ARTICLE BY SONJA NIX | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LINDSAY BARLOW, LB PHOTOGRAPHY
Basic Tee and Jeans
We asked Nathalie Mukendi of @CorporatelyChic to style three looks for summer-to-fall transitional dressing. She starts with quintessential Colorado casual: a basic white tee and jeans. Despite her sophisticated style, her approach to fashion is refreshingly personal: She doesn’t follow trends. Instead, she invests in pieces that can be worn year after year. Nathalie looks to street fashion for inspiration, adding her feminine, chic, and modest touch.
Pair dark-wash jeans with a puffedsleeve, crisp white tee. Swap strappy sandals for knee-high amber suede boots, a straw Panama hat for a wide-brimmed hat, and add a boxy, collarless camel blazer.
Wide-legged pink trousers topped with a brightly patterned blouse. For autumn, layer a complementary but darker-colored knee-length sweater for warmth, and swap a structured floral bag with a slouchy neutral hobo.
Pretty in Pink
Nathalie’s first forays into fashion were entirely with black and neutrals. Inspired by her Congolese heritage, she threw in some orange and hasn’t looked back. The trick, Nathalie says, is to know what colors look good on you and carry yourself with confidence. Her confidence stems from her deep Christian faith, which serves as her fashion inspiration. Much of her social media presence is dedicated to spreading joy and God’s love.
Accessories for the Win
Sometimes, simply swapping accessories is adequate to transition from warmer to cooler weather. Look closely at these looks. You’ll find the same camel suede hat, earrings, and belt. Nathalie works as a corporate accountant, so smart professional outfits are a must. She shops various brands, from Burberry and Gucci to Zara and Aldo. She also shops TJ Maxx, Express, even thrift and resale shops. If it fits and is well-made, the label doesn’t matter.
Find Nathalie on instagram @corporatelychic
For summer, wear a lightweight, neutralpatterned dress paired with delicate strappy heels. Add a hat and swap a neutral ankle boot for warmth in autumn. To carry the look into winter, simply add a sweater or blazer.
NEW LIFE LUXE
ARTICLE BY KATIE BIBLER
LUXE RELOVED’S VINTAGE LUXURY BAGS
I love anything vintage: the history, stories, and connections to the past.
Vintage luxury handbags are the embodiment of sustainable shopping; they were made using expert craftsmanship and top-quality materials (you can’t assume the same today). As an investment in your wardrobe, they last a lifetime. With a little TLC — rounds of cleaning, conditioning, and polishing — I bring these beautiful bags back to life. I also believe in giving back; 13 percent of the profits go to Walk With Me, a local charity close to my heart, serving families grieving infant loss.
Look at this original Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse, inspired by seashells, with a rounded top and flat base. This collection was made from 1997 to 2007 but recently re-released as a mini-version.
LOUIS VUITTON RED ANTIGUA CABAS PM
GUCCI FLORA WHITE LEATHER SHOULDER BAG
These bags were made between the mid60s and mid-80s. Rodolfo Gucci, the son of founder Guccio, commissioned Italian illustrator Vittorio Accornero to design a special scarf pattern for frequent shopper Grace Kelly. Accornero looked to Botticelli’s Allegory of Spring and its florals. Once it was clear Princess Grace’s scarf was a masterpiece, the print was used on handbags and clothes.
The limited edition Antigua line was the first all-canvas bag line. Influenced by nautical style, it features sturdy canvas, playful colors, and striped fabric. The Louis Vuitton engraved, gold-tone brass rivets and plate reveal elements of Louis Vuitton’s original steam trunks.
GUCCI BAMBOO AND WOVEN LEATHER 2WAY TOTE
There are very few of these; perhaps they were an exclusive, limited piece. It is from the 1997 S/S Collection by Tom Ford for Gucci. The pièce de résistance is the gorgeous, polished, and uncolored bamboo handle. Gucci started incorporating bamboo accents in 1947 as an inventive solution to a post-war leather shortage.
LOUIS VUITTON MATSY PM IN ORANGE EPI LEATHER
This bag is so rare that information is hard to find. The available research identifies it as the Matsy, Mattsy, Mazzie, or Matzy. Made in France in July 2003, Louis Vuitton makes very few bags in orange Epi leather, making this an unusual piece.
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SEPTEMBER 2024
SEPTEMBER 6TH - 7TH
Highlands Ranch
Pioneer Days
Highlands Ranch Mansion
The Highlands Ranch Metro District is proud to partner with the Highlands Ranch Community Association for the annual Highlands Ranch Pioneer Days. This event offers a variety of hands-on educational opportunities that are perfect for getting children engaged with local history. Children can explore everything from fur trapping and what pelts settlers used for trade to panning for gold.
SEPTEMBER 7TH
Denver Food + Wine Festival
Tivoli Quad, Auraria Campus 1000 Larimer Street, Denver | 12:00 PM
The Denver Food + Wine Festival showcases the region’s culinary leaders –award winning chefs, mixologists, and wine professionals – who will share bites and sips that explore and celebrate metro Denver’s dynamic food-and-beverage scene. Proceeds benefit the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s mission of service to support worker education, training, and overall health and wellness. General admission and VIP Grand Tasting tickets at CORestaurant.org
SEPTEMBER 7TH
Casino Night
Benefitting YANA
The Village Event Center, 7173 S Havana St #600, Centennial 80112 | 6:00 PM
Enjoy casino tables, food stations, open bar and heartwarming stories that will leave you inspired at YANA’s fourth annual gala event raising money for their programs supporting new moms and mental health. YanaMom.com for tickets and more information about You Are Not Alone’s mission to help give hope.
SEPTEMBER 14TH
Oktoberfest
Town Center South
Gather your family and friends for this cultural event with German food, music, and biers from Paulaner. Expect live music and nonstop entertainment for the whole family. Kids will enjoy balloons, face painters, and games. Don’t miss the Baxterboo’s Annual Dachshund Races. Enter your Dachshund, or just come to watch the fun. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners and a prize for the best-dressed Dachshund.
SEPTEMBER 17TH
Harvest Moon Nature Walk
Schweiger Ranch
Join Schweiger Ranch Foundation and a South Suburban Parks & Recreation District Naturalist on a walk to a peaceful spot on the trail to experience the rising full moon. You’ll return to the parking lot by the light of the full moon, using our human night vision in the moonlight. The trail is nicely level, so flashlights will be used only if absolutely necessary for the return trip.
SEPTEMBER 21ST
Miles 4 Madison 5K/1K
Fun Run Race
Providence Park, 8100 Piney River Ave. in Sterling Ranch | 8:45 AM
Join friends and neighbors in beautiful Sterling Ranch for the third annual Miles 4 Madison 5K/1K Fun Run. Miles 4 Madison is an inclusive event that welcomes participants of all abilities, strollers, and even four-legged friends. This race has a heartwarming mission: to provide educational and recreational opportunities for families with children with special needs. Runsignup.com/ Race/CO/Littleton/Miles4Madison
