Highlands Ranch, CO September 2019

HighlandsRanchLifestylePubs.com SEPTEMBER 2019

THE BEST OF HIGHLANDS RANCH AND LONE TREE

FALL LOOK BOOK

IRON HORSE TRAVELS

A STYLIST KNOWS

DESIGNING PROJECTS THAT ARE UNIQUELY YOURS

LANDSCAPE DESIGN | CONSTRUCTION | MAINTENANCE

F R E E CO N S U LTAT I O N S - 1 5% O F F N EW C L I E N TS

3 0 3 .7 9 5 .1 7 1 7 D e nve r E l i te L a n d s c a p i n g . c o m

The Dream Starts Here!

We are the ultimate instructional school for all things BEAUTY, from COSMETOLOGY to ESTHETICS and MORE!

What makes the

BEAUTIFUL

Difference?

• Our students are our #1 customers!

• We are growing people not businesses. Our passion for our students' success drives us to be the best.

• A luxury salon atmosphere instead of an institutional environment creates an elevated, real life learning experience.

• We produce career ready students, not apprentice ready students.

• A low Student to Teacher ratio allows for immersive learning and individualized development.

• We teach multiple product lines so our students graduate with confidence and the skill set to start their careers.

Stacey James Institute also gives back to the community by participating in many non-profit events and as a valued student, you can take part in this culture.

Our learning environment mimics the real-world salon experience so our students are fully prepared upon graduation to start their career. Our educators go through constant continuing education so they are able to pass their extensive experience on to our students.

Call for a TOUR today and experience the STACEY JAMES DIFFERENCE in person!

303.990.1171 or patty@staceyjamesinstitute.com W W W. S TAC E YJA M E S I N S TITUTE .CO M

All services are performed by students under the direct supervision of a licensed educator.

LIFESTYLE LETTER

SEPTEMBER 2019 PUBLISHER

Joan Dameron | Joan.Dameron@LifestylePubs.com Jeni Fleck | Jeni.Fleck@LifestylePubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Jennifer Starbuck | Jennifer.Starbuck@LifestylePubs.com ACCOUNT MANAGER

Elevated Style IN THE MAGAZINE WORLD, THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE IS THE MOST ANTICI-

Jennifer Starbuck | Jennifer.Starbuck@LifestylePubs.com Suzanne Swenson | Suzanne.Swenson@LifestylePubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Jeni Fleck, Jennifer Starbuck

PATED ARRIVAL OF THE YEAR. It’s the unofficial first look at this season’s fashion

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

trends and predictions for the upcoming year. It’s the issue fashionistas can’t wait to get

Jeni Fleck, Jenae Lopez

their hands on. So it is with much excitement that we present you, dear reader, with our own localized fashion issue—Highlands Ranch/Lone Tree-style.

For our annual fall fashion photo shoot, we headed into the sunset to showcase some of the season’s hottest looks, and a little red Alfa Romeo can up anyone's fashion game! If planning your fall wardrobe is a daunting task, see how Bri Maxwell can help elevate your style. Then hit the road with Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree Lifestyle's publisher and owner, Jeni Fleck and her husband, Zach, as they bike through some of the most magnificent—and sometimes heart-stopping—landscapes the West has to offer.

Whether or not you consider yourself a fashionista or a wanderer, your personal style

CORPORATE TEAM

is a reflection of your personality, lifestyle and taste. And we’re always looking for ways

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

to put our best foot forward, on and off the bike!

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

Happy fall, Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree!

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams

Jeni Fleck, Publisher

Joan Dameron, Publisher

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

ARIZONA | CALIFORNIA | COLORADO | CONNECTICUT | FLORIDA | GEORGIA IDAHO | ILLINOIS | KANSAS | MARYLAND | MINNESOTA | MISSOURI | MONTANA NEVADA | NEW JERSEY | NORTH CAROLINA | OHIO | OKLAHOMA | OREGON SOUTH CAROLINA | TENNESSEE | TEXAS | VIRGINIA | WASHINGTON

ON THE COVER Grace Martin with a 2019 Alfa Romeo Guilia Quadrifoglio

514 W 26TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO

HighlandsRanchLifestylePubs.com

from Mike Ward Maserati.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENAE

Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No

LOPEZ PHOTOGRAPHY 4

Proverbs 3:5-6 Highlands Ranch Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

via the US Postal Service to some of the Highlands Ranch areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Highlands Ranch Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

Eco-friendly and sustainable, Fox Hill breathes new life into farm-to-table living, with gardens, orchards, eggs, hops and vines, and even a berry patch where children can pick what they eat. Trusted farm experts dedicated to the best agricultural practices are here to ensure that your life in the Fox Hill community will only get better with time.

These homes are designed with your story and legacy in mind.

INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2019

FEATURES 18 Iron Horse Travels Leather, a Tent and the Great Outdoors

22 Fall Look Book Trend Boutique Features a Colorado Style That Combines Casual Yet Pulled-Together Fashion

28 The Beauty of Giving Back Stacey James Salon and Spa and Institute

30 A Stylist Knows Bri Maxwell Helps Clients

22 18

Put Their Best Foot Forward with an Image That Shines

28

30

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

8

Good Times

14

Around Town

18

Water & Woods

28 Hot Spot 30 Local Limelight 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Culinary Creations

Where Dream Home Meets Dream Location.

New luxury homes at Heritage Hills in Lone Tree are walking distance from shopping, dining, entertainment, a rec center, library, hospital and the Lincoln Light Rail Station, all in a family-friendly gated community.

Don’t miss out on the final phase of new homes in Heritage Hills by award-winning local builder Celebrity Custom Homes.

New homes priced from the $900s to $1.5 million+ HeritageHillsColorado.com

BY CELEBRITY CUSTOM HOMES

Located just west of I-25 on Lincoln Avenue.

Exclusively Marketed by Heritage Marketing, LLC. Licensed in the State of Colorado. Prices and terms subject to change at any time without notice. Equal housing opportunity.

GOOD TIMES 1.

2.

3.

Chase the Moon

6.

Chase the Moon 12-hour team relay and solo ultramarathon was held July 19 under the light of the full moon in the Highlands Ranch Backcountry trail system. It began with a beautiful Rocky Mountain sunset and finished as the sun rose in the east to paint the foothills with alpenglow. PHOTOGRAPHY BY TWAIN WILKINS OF LIBERTY PRO IMAGING

4.

5.

7.

8.

10.

11.

9.

12.

1. Teamwork in the middle of the night | 2. 7 p.m. start | 3. First few miles in as the sun sets | 4. The first lap of many to come | 5. One more lap completed | 6. Female Solo winner | 7. Highlands Ranch lights in the background | 8. 6 a.m. and only one hour left to go | 9. Strong start on the single-track trail | 10. 11 hours in and still smiling | 11. Good morning, Highlands Ranch! | 12. 2 a.m. and still going strong 8

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

Ice Cream Social Highlands Ranch Metro District hosted the Ice Cream Social July 10. More than 3,000 guests came to Civic Green Park for an evening of ice cream, snow cones, South Metro Fire Rescue vehicles and more. $3,544 was raised for local nonprofit Nature’s Educators.

Special thanks to Safeway for sponsoring the event.

COLORADO’S LARGEST NETWORK OF VEIN CLINICS

Exploring Keep

Let us treat your: Achy legs, varicose veins, leg swelling, spider veins, restless legs, and leg cramps

Call for an appointment Cañon City, CO Colorado Springs, CO Highlands Ranch, CO Parker, CO Pueblo, CO Vail Valley / Edwards, CO Westminster, CO

720.279.1240 americanvein.com

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

9

GOOD TIMES

An Intimate Evening with Robin Wilson On July 12, Schomp MINI hosted an intimate evening with Robin Wilson, lead singer of the Gin Blossoms, to benefit the Love Hope Strength Foundation.

PHOTOGRAPHYÂ BY ROMAN TAFOYA

10

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

1.

2.

3.

ROCK the Runway Model Search On Saturday, July 27, Outlets at Castle Rock hosted the annual ROCK the Runway Model Search.

Aspiring models ages 5 to 23 competed for a chance to be one of 25 winners who will appear in

6.

future advertisements and fashion shows for Outlets at Castle Rock and Outlets at Silverthorne.

4.

5.

1. Rachel Eakins, model for Outlets at Castle Rock and Outlets at Silverthorne, walks the runway. | 2. Celebrity judges (left to right) Jeni Fleck, Floy Kennedy, Hawley Penfold, Rachel Eakins, Linda Jones and MC Peggy Ziglin (center). | Photos 3-6. Aspiring models ages 5 to 23 compete in the annual ROCK the Runway Model Search at Outlets at Castle Rock.

living space

R E D E F I N I N G YO U R O U T D O O R

OUTDOOR LIVING | HARDSCAPES STUCCO/MASONRY | LIGHTING LANDSCAPE DESIGN | CONSTRUCTION

303.346.0837

FOURELEMENTSL ANDSCAPE.COM September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

11

GOOD TIMES

Highlands Ranch Stars of Hope Event On July 27, members of the Highlands Ranch community and Stars of HOPE, the world’s largest and fastest-growing healing arts program, spread messages of hope, joy and compassion for those impacted by the recent STEM School Highlands Ranch shooting by painting Stars together.

12

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

Just Sold

AT THE L ANDMARK

7600 Landmark Way #802 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Sold for $1,085,000 2 Bedrooms / 3 Baths 2,001 Square Feet

The Landmark is Greenwood Village’s premier luxury condominium community, with abundant amenities, sophisticated design, and dining and shopping right at your doorstep. We’ve proudly helped our clients buy and sell homes there for years and are honored to be a part of the community. Give us a call to learn about current real estate opportunities in the area and find out what life at The Landmark is all about. V I S I T T H E L A N D M A R K .CO M Joy Van Gilder,

Kara Wetherill,

(303) 908-5325 jvangilder@sliferdenver.com

(720) 507-0790 kwetherill@sliferdenver.com

Broker Associate

Broker Associate

sliferdenver.com

AROUND TOWN

DCL PRESENTS: JODI PICOULT Douglas County Libraries is excited to host Jodi Picoult from 7-11 p.m. Sept. 24 at CU South Denver in Lone Tree. Picoult is the New York Times bestselling author of such beloved novels as My Sister’s Keeper, Nineteen Minutes and Small Great Things. She will be in conversation with another New York Times bestselling author, Eleanor Brown.

The $24 ticket includes a seat at the author’s presentation, dessert bites, a pre-signed paperback copy of A Spark of Light and a place in the photo line.

For more information, visit DCL.org/authors-events.

HIGH TEA AND HANDBAGS Join the Chamber of Northwest Douglas County's Women in Networking group for an afternoon of camaraderie, inspiration, libation and a silent auction—designer-style! The event includes a silent auction featuring new and gently used designer handbags to benefit the James Resource Network; inspirational testimonials from JRN families; high tea; and light lunch, with red and white wine and Champagne included.

Cost is $45 per person. Be a Hospitali-TEA sponsor for $425. Sponsor a table of eight and invite your friends, colleagues and clients. Recognition as a sponsor on all promotional materials and the day of the event. TheChamberNWDC.org

DOGGIE SPLASH AND EXPO Doesn’t Man’s Best Friend deserve a day of leisure too? Join in the fun at the Doggie Splash and Pet Expo at the outdoor pool at Westridge Recreation Center, 9650 Foothills Canyon Blvd.

Small dogs allowed in the pool from 9-10 a.m., 14

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

and all sizes until 1 p.m. Tickets $7 per dog in advance, $10 per dog at the door. Rules apply. Purchase tickets at any HRCA recreation center or call 303.791.2500. All ticket sales are final, and no refunds will be issued.

Explore the Pet Expo as well to learn more about pet adoptions, supplies, services and more. Pet Expo is free and open to the public. HRCAOnline.org

Roofing.

Hail Claims.

Changing the World.

SPECIAL Free Upgrade to Impact Resistant Shingles ($1,500.00 value)

On qualified insurance claims. Call for details.

LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED We are always accepting submissions

for

announcements

you’d

like to see included in our Around Town

section.

Submissions

are

accepted via the Contact Us tab at

(720) 641-7227 iMediators.com CustomerService@iMediators.com

LifestylePubs.com/HighlandsRanch.

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

15

B ANN BAUMGARTNER R E A LTO R

Experienced & Exceptional Real Estate Services For over 30 years, Ann has dedicated her career to helping clients enhance their lifestyles and inspiring people to imagine the next steps in their life journey.

Deep roots matter.

303.919.4545 | AnnBaumgartner.com

ADORN YOUR KINGDOM FROM START TO FINISH LET OUR IN HOUSE DESIGNERS

CREATE THE SPACE OF YOUR DREAMS

303-766-LION(5466) KCCMileHigh.com contact@kccmilehigh.com 2680 EAST COUNTY LINE ROAD HIGHLANDS RANCH

REFRESH YOUR MIND. RESTORE YOUR BODY. REALIZE YOUR FULL POTENTIAL. NEW GUEST OFFER: 1 FOR $59 | 3 FOR $165

INNGIFLOAT.COM | 720.408.2614 | 9567 S. UNIVERSITY BLVD, UNIT D-5, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

17

WATER & WOODS

IRON HORSE TRAVELS LEATHER, A TENT AND THE GREAT OUTDOORS

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY JENI FLECK

18

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota

HERE IN COLORADO, WE LOVE TO BE OUT-

Three weeks before we were scheduled

DOORS. For some, hiking is therapy; for others,

to leave, we got our camping gear together. I

skiing is stress relief. Then there is a select crew

purged the bag I’d packed the night before of

from all walks of life who you’ll see flashing a

approximately half the items I deemed neces-

low wave as they pass each other on the road,

sary for a three-day motorcycle camping trip,

a salute to the unspoken bond all motorcyclists

figured out how to strap it all to the bike and

have with each other.

took a test ride through southwestern Colorado.

My husband and I have been riding for

(Ladies, the curling iron is not a necessary item

almost six years, and like many hobbies, it has

as I learned during the purge). Late that Sunday,

become a passion. Exploring the beauty and

we pulled into the garage exhausted and dirty

hidden gems of the great state of Colorado and

but elated. We’d done it, and we hadn’t killed

beyond is a privilege not to be wasted. With

each other. We were ready for the big one!

the horizon ahead of you never to be caught

After our test trip, we purchased a few extra

and the fresh air whipping by, it’s a type of

items that would be useful while also making

therapy that is difficult to explain unless you’ve

the 10-day trip more comfortable. Collapsible

experienced it on a motorcycle. But, whether

cups (Stojo.co) that could be rinsed and

or not you own a “hog,” the camping trip we

packed away without taking up space were

took at the beginning of July is worth the jour-

used after enjoying a bottle of wine post-hot

ney, views and memories regardless of your

spring soak while watching the sunset over

mode of transportation.

the Canadian Rockies. These were a top-rated

Earlier this year, my husband, Zach, told me about a trip he wanted to take on the bike,

purchase along with inflatable camping pillows and solar-powered inflatable lanterns.

camping at each stop along the way. We had

Comfort and efficiency are key when camp-

been to many national parks, but he had never

ing out of a bag that must hold all of your gear

been to Glacier National Park and had always

in approximately 4.3 cubic feet. But, for those of

dreamed of visiting Banff in Canada. As he

you who know me personally, that didn’t force

was showing me his route, I obviously wanted

me to sacrifice style. A great leather jacket,

to know why I wasn’t invited on this once-

knee-high leather boots (because they’re fash-

in-a-lifetime trip. Along with not wanting to

ionable but also shield the bugs at 85 mph) and

interfere with some previously mentioned

a well-made thigh purse will take you anywhere

plans I had wanted to make that same week,

in style. We could walk into a one-horse-town

we had never spent more than six hours on

watering hole or the high-end Hotel Sask in

the motorcycle together, and he was genu-

Regina, Canada, and I didn’t feel out of place.

inely concerned that 2,900 miles might be an

So, whether you are a biker or just rocking a

aggressive leap from weekend riders to road

great biker vibe this fall, I always encourage you

warriors on a single bike. But as we talked

to travel in style and take any opportunity you

about the trip more and planned the stops, we

can get to explore our national parks. After all, a

decided we could not pass up the opportunity

long ride on an iron horse is the answer to that

to experience it together.

question you will soon forget.

CONTINUED >

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

19

WATER & WOODS

(CON TI N U ED)

“A long ride is the answer to a question you will soon forget.”

Glacier National Park, Montana

20

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

Rep your state wherever you are with this Mountain Mist Tank from Colorado Threads found at The Local on Mainstreet in Parker.

Sunset in Kootenay National Park, B.C., Canada

Itinerary DAY 1: Denver → Jackson Hole, Wyo. → Grand Teton National Park + Can’t Miss: Jackson Town Square Antler Arch

DAY 2: Grand Teton National Park → Yellowstone National Park + Can’t Miss: The Grand Prismatic Spring

DAY 3:

Banff National Park, Canada

Yellowstone National Park → Glacier National Park + Can’t Miss: The Road to the Sun

DAY 4: Glacier National Park → Kootenay National Park, B.C., Canada + Can’t Miss: Bighorn Sheep Meandering Down Main Street in Radium Hot Springs Village

DAY 5: Custom leather handmade waist/thigh purse from Etsy

Read the full article and itinerary at HighlandsRanchLifestylePubs.com.

Add your own personality to any leather piece with a custom paint job by Lauren from Zavala Bespoke of Boulder. @zavalabaspoke

Kootenay National Park → Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada + Can’t Miss: Banff Hot Springs

DAY 6: Banff National Park → Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada + Can’t Miss: Mac the Moose

DAY 7: Moosejaw → Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada + Can’t Miss: Poutine at Beer Bros. Gastropub

DAY 8: Regina → Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Medora, N.D. + Can’t Miss: The Medora Musical

DAY 9: Medora → Deadwood, S.D. + Can’t Miss: The reenactment of Wild Bill Hickok’s Death

DAY 10: Deadwood → Denver September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

21

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

ARTICLE JENNIFER STARBUCK | PHOTOGRAPHY JENAE LOPEZ

[ Fall Look Book ] 22

TREND BOUTIQUE FEATURES A COLORADO STYLE THAT COMBINES CASUAL YET PULLEDTOGETHER FASHION—AND IT'S ALL ABOUT THE DETAILS

CHRISTINE HARFF OF LONE TREE IS THE OWNER OF TREND, A WOMEN’S APPAREL BOUTIQUE THAT IS FEATURED IN SEVERAL BEAUTY SALONS AND POP-UP SHOPS IN SOUTH DENVER. Her looks are shown here in Highlands Ranch Lifestyle’s September style issue. Christine shares her thoughts on Colorado style: WHAT IS TREND BOUTIQUE? I am the owner/founder of Trend. Trend is located in four beauty salons in the south Denver area and Details Boutique in Littleton. The salons are Solera Salon in Centennial, Solera Salon in Lone Tree, Salon in the Village in Highlands Ranch and Lush Salon in Centennial. The salons are a great fit for my product because they cater to women who spend time on themselves to look and feel good. When you have a great new cut and blowout, it’s always a perfect time to pick up a new blouse, dress or earrings! These salons want you to look and feel good from head to toe when you walk out.

WHAT IS YOUR OVERRIDING MISSION AND ESTHETIC WHEN CURATING PIECES FOR TREND? There is no big secret to my shopping for new styles. Denver is easy with our casual but pulled-together look. My goal is to find beautiful clothes with unique details at a great price. I have only three rules when purchasing pieces for Trend. First, I only buy what I love and would wear myself. I have to be comfortable in clothes that fit and feel good. Second is what I refer to as the “touch test;” it must feel soft and of quality material. And third, it must have something unique or a little different about it. So much lies in the details that set my pieces apart from something off the rack from the mall.

ANY AND ALL ANIMAL PRINTS ARE IN FOR THE FALL. WHAT ARE SOME OTHER GREAT FASHION TRENDS WOMEN CAN ADOPT THIS SEASON? I love the variety of denim jeans for fall. It’s time to venture out from the skinny jeans that we’ve seen for a while. Wideleg and flared jeans cropped or full length with lots of hems to choose from: finished, unfinished, fringed or maybe even a little ruffle! Also, an easy and inexpensive way to freshen up an outfit is with new accessories. A great way to experiment with color is with fun earrings or a statement necklace. I love a turquoise necklace of any length with a neutral fall sweater.

WHAT ARE YOUR KEY TIPS FOR LIVING A STYLISH LIFESTYLE? CHRISTINE HARFF, owner of Trend Boutique

Style is in the eye of the beholder. Be you, be comfortable but not so comfortable that all you wear is athleisure! It feels good to be pulled together. Do it for yourself.

You deserve it!

CONTINUED >

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

23

FALL LOOK BOOK

24

(CON TI N U ED)

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

CONTINUED >

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

25

FALL LOOK BOOK

26

(CON TI N U ED)

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

PHOTOGRAPHER: Jenae Lopez of Jenae Lopez Photography MODELS: Christine Harff (@trendcolorado) and Grace Martin (@shear.grace) HAIR AND MAKEUP FOR CHRISTINE HARFF provided by Stacey James Institute in Parker. StaceyJamesInstitute.com HAIR AND MAKEUP FOR GRACE MARTIN done by herself at Lifetime Spa and Salon in Centennial.

ALL OUTFITS courtesy of Trend Boutique.

2019 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA QUADRIFOGLIO courtesy of Bob Thumel, general sales manager of Mike Ward Maserati.

MikeWardMaserati.com BAKERY LOCATION courtesy of Bradley and Cherrie Isroff of Cakeheads Bakery. And special recognition to Morgan Miller of Cakeheads. CakeheadsBakery.com STUDIO LOCATION courtesy of Yvonne Faulkner and StarCycle indoor cycling studio. StarCycleRide.com

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

27

HOT SPOT

ARTICLE TONY JAMES PHOTOGRAPHY PHANTOM PRODUCTIONS CO./JOSH MEYER

The Beauty of Giving Back STACEY JAMES SALON AND SPA AND INSTITUTE

28

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

StaceyJamesInstitute.com StaceyJamesSalons.com

WHEN STACEY JAMES OPENED STACEY JAMES SALON AND

“Having a cosmetology license requires as many hours as an

SPA IN PARKER MORE THAN 10 YEARS AGO, SHE FOUND IT

associate degree, and our students accomplish this in about a

DIFFICULT TO HIRE STYLISTS WHO HAD THE TECHNICAL

year,” Stacey says. “The income to be made can be just as much, if

AND CREATIVE SKILLS REQUIRED FOR TODAY’S BEAUTY

not more, than someone coming out of college. Baby boomers are

INDUSTRY. Stacey saw a need and decided to fill it. Soon after

retiring by the millions and are done raising their families. They now

opening her salon, she also created and opened Stacey James

have the money to take care of their skin and beauty needs. We are

Institute, a full-service cosmetology and esthetic school.

seeing more and more surgeons and doctors hiring cosmetologists

“The unique atmosphere at our school is to give the support,

and estheticians for their offices. More salons and spas are open-

skill and specialized attention to our students, enabling them

ing and looking to hire beauty professionals. Cosmetologists and

to be career-ready, not just license-ready,” she says. “We are

estheticians are poised to take care of the high demand for the latest

committed to giving students an experience of a real salon and

trends in hair, skin and nails.”

spa. My focus and passion is on the school, as I love to watch

“It’s the first time I think I’ve been in an environment where every-

students develop their creative talents. They have the skillset

one truly wants you to do your best and succeed,” says Hallie Miller,

and confidence to enter the ever-changing beauty industry in

a Stacey James Institute student.

their new careers. It’s not about growing a business; it’s about growing people.”

Stacey James Institute wants to change the old beauty-school stigma. The beauty industry has evolved tremendously.

School director Patty Westra sums it up well.

“Stacey is always on the move, never wanting to stop helping others and giving back,” she says. “From students to staff, this culture breeds a camaraderie and collaboration that benefits all.”

HELPING YOU FIND WHAT MOVES YOU ERIC SCHAUPETER 720-933-3201

BROKER ASSOCIATE

ESCHAUPETER@REMAX.NET

RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS

1745 SHEA CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 100 HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

29

LOCAL LIMELIGHT

24 Hours With...

BRI MAXWELL WITH BRISTYLES HELPS CLIENTS PUT THEIR BEST FOOT FORWARD WITH AN IMAGE THAT SHINES, INSIDE AND OUT

WHAT DO YOU DO AS A PROFESSIONAL STYLIST? As a personal stylist, I work one-on-one with clients to elevate their image according to their goals, lifestyle and budget. This could include a complete closet overhaul, a strategic shopping trip to add key pieces into their wardrobe, a seasonal wardrobe refresh, a wardrobe inspiration session where I make complete outfits with what they already have in their wardrobe, special event or vacation styling, and continued wardrobe maintenance.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB, FIND MOST REWARDING? It is so gratifying to see clients gain confidence and knowledge

8:00 AM

about how to elevate their image through style. Many times I see

a client who is looking for a dress to wear

a physical change in their posture and attitude when they put on an outfit that fits, flatters and meets their goals. I love hearing the phrase “I never would have picked this out/tried this on/considered

to a wedding in the fall.

10:00 AM

Prep and steam outfits for a BriStyles Home Boutique summer wardrobe refresh.

this outfit, and I love it!”

WHAT DO YOU LIKE LEAST?

Shop online and order several options for

11:00 AM

Arrive at client’s house and set up BriStyles Home Boutique fitting. Educate

Steaming clothes!

client as she tries outfits on as to why they WHY SHOULD SOMEONE USE YOUR SERVICES? Whether we like it or not, image does matter. It is a reflection of you, your professional life and your personal life. Working with a pro-

fit, flatter and work within her wardrobe.

12:00 PM

weren’t quite perfect.

fessional stylist helps you be strategic about your image to elevate your life in all realms. Many clients do not know how to choose pieces

1:00 PM

that fit, flatter and function within their goals, lifestyle and budget, and many do not have the desire or the time to find those pieces. In hiring me, my clients know that they are investing strategically in an

Exchange and return a few items that

Meet my next client for their first Wardrobe Rejuvenation (shopping!) session.

4:00 PM

Review our shopping session and choose pieces to purchase that fit, flatter and

elevation of their image that is highly tailored to their needs.

BriStyles.com

strategically work within her wardrobe, lifestyle and budget.

5:00 PM

Review notes and Pinterest inspiration board for an upcoming bride looking for the dress.

6:00 PM

Based on her notes and inspiration board,

ARTICLE JENNIFER STARBUCK

call to set up appointments and suggest

PHOTOGRAPHY MELISSA MARKLE

styles to try on at several bridal shops.

30

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

31

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

EVERY SUNDAY HIGHLANDS RANCH FARMERS MARKET Highlands Ranch Town Center

HRCA partners with Denver Farmers Market to bring these exceptional markets to Highlands Ranch residents. For vendor information about the market, call 303.809.2865. HRCAOnline.org

5-7 • Family-owned, Veteran-owned • Sulfite free wine •Huge Selection of over 85+ wines to choose from • Live Music on Friday Nights

FAMILY, FRIENDS AND MERLOT.

Regardless of your taste in wine, your neighborhood winemakers are here to welcome you into their family room.

HIGHLANDS RANCH PIONEER DAYS Highlands Ranch Mansion

Come celebrate your community’s heritage at the Mansion. This event features historical reenactments, blacksmithing, pottery, Indian fry bread, a petting zoo, a real chuck wagon, livestock displays and more. Hayrack rides will provide views of the ranch not typically seen by the public. Tours of the mansion will be held throughout the event. HRCAOnline.org

8130 South University Blvd, Centennial, CO

(720) 489-9463

water2wine.com/denver-centennial/home

7 POLO CLUB VICTORIAN DAY Denver Polo Club, Sedalia

Ladies, bring out your petticoats, and gentlemen, put on your top hats as we step back in time to the late 1800s early 1900s for the Victorian Day and the Mile High Women's Invitational.

The Victorian Society of Colorado and the Denver Polo Club are excited to mix a little history into the season. For more information, visit DenverPoloClub.com.

PERSONAL, EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT IN-HOME DOG TRAINING 17 years experience|Vet recommended BetterMannersDogTraining.com (720) 448-3689

11 ALPINE SEARCH & RESCUE: LESSONS FROM HIKES GONE WRONG Douglas County Libraries, Highlands Ranch

Seasoned search and rescue professional Dean Rosnau joins Douglas County Libraries in Highlands Ranch to talk about safety in Colorado's backcountry. He'll share insights and tips gained from his 34 years of S&R work in the Sierras to help hikers, bikers, skiers and others stay safe. The event is free, but registration is required at DCL.org.

12 FIRST CONTACT: DISCOVERY IN THE NEW GUINEA HEARTLAND Douglas County Libraries, Highlands Ranch

Learn about the 1974 expedition into Indonesian New Guinea, where a discovery team had first contact with Citak warriors.

32

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

SEPTEMBER

Anthropologist Peter Van Arsdale, a University of Denver professor and co-lead of that expedition, joins Douglas County Libraries in Highlands Ranch for a fascinating discussion about the trek and to share film footage and slides.

Registration is required at DCL.org.

13 HISTORY OF NEGRO BASEBALL LEAGUES Lone Tree Arts Center

When Bob Kendrick joined us for a preshow talk during LTAC’s theatrical run of August Wilson’s Fences, he wowed the audience with his presentation about the history of the Negro Baseball Leagues. Bob returns with more stories of how the Negro Leagues changed the game of baseball— and America. LoneTreeArtsCenter.org

18-19 “CARMEN: THE TANGO” Lone Tree Arts Center

Parasol Arts presents "Carmen: The Tango," an Argentine tango performing sensual and passion from the famous story of Carmen. The performers tell the story of a free-spirited gypsy, Carmen; a temperamental lieutenant, Don Jose; and a bullfighter, Escamillo.

A story about love, jealousy and death.

LoneTreeArtsCenter.org

21 OKTOBERFEST 5K

Highlands Ranch Town Center

Come

celebrate

Highlands

Oktoberfest!

Ranch

The

Communit y

Association Oktoberfest kicks off with the annual 5K at 9 a.m., followed by the festival with lots of German food, music, and, of course, great biers from Paulaner.

And don't forget the live entertainment!

It's a day of entertainment for the kids, too. Children will enjoy magic, balloons and games. HRCAOnline.org September 2019 | Highlands Ranch Lifestyle

33

DRESS UP YOUR

CULINARY CREATIONS

DRINK BOLD COLORS. Fresh florals. An eye-catching shimmer. The perfect embellishment.

We’re talking cocktails, not the catwalk.

BLUE M ARTINI WITH FLORAL ICE CUBES + 2 ounces Absolut Citron + 1/2 ounce Blue Curaçao

But like fashion, the art of mixology is full of

+ 1/2 ounce lemonade

ways to push the limits with creative twists

+ 1 ounce Sprite

on classic recipes and unique adornments

+ Edible flowers such as rose,

guaranteed to turn heads. There’s no reason

lavender, hibiscus and nasturtiums

your personal style can’t extend to the drink in your hand.

These options are bound to taste as delicious as they look.

Pour Sprite into ice cube trays and add edible flower combinations. Let freeze overnight.

Combine

ARTICLE CATE MARIAN

Absolut

Citron,

Blue

Curaçao, lemonade and ice cubes in martini shaker. Shake and strain into a martini glass.

Allow ice cubes to melt, gradually filling the glass with Sprite and garnishing the drink with beautiful botanicals.

34

Highlands Ranch Lifestyle | September 2019

B LU E S K Y AV I AT I O N G A L L E RY

EXPERIENCE THE WO N D E R O F F L I G H T

EVENTS BACKCOUNTRY/STOL AIRCRAFT FLY-IN

EXPERIENCE THE OTHER SIDE OF AN AIRPORT FENCE

• LATEST IN AVIATION TECHNOLOGY • PILOT-QUALITY FLIGHT SIMULATORS • INTERACTIVE AVIATION CENTER

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 07, 2019

B-17 TEXAS RAIDERS

MONDAY - THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16-19, 2019

MOVIE IN THE HANGAR FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

AVIATION CAREER DAY

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2019

UNITED AIRLINES & COLORADO AIR NATIONAL GUARD & F-16 SHOWCASE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 05, 2019

303.360.5360 x160 ExplorationofFlight.org 13005 Wings Way, Englewood, CO (Located on the Southside of Centennial Airport)

OPEN SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS TO THE PUBLIC:

Saturday 10 am - 5 pm Sunday Noon - 5 pm Special event dates open at 9 am

YO U R O U T D O O R S PA C E

LANDSCAPE DESIGN | CONSTRUCTION | MAINTENANCE

303.795.1717 DenverEliteLandscaping.com