With “Earth Day” in April, the month has become a catalyst for increased conversations on how we can make a more positive impact on this planet to protect our environment. It’s no longer a secret that the retail industry has not been kind to Mother Nature, but, thankfully, meaningful discussions and changes are being made within brands and companies. We have a long way to go, but the hard work has begun. However, that’s one side of the equation. As consumers, we are now asking ourselves what changes can we make in our shopping habits?  I sat down with Carly Ridloff, Founder and CEO of The ..read more

With summer swimsuit season just around the corner, a new business in Boca Raton’s Town Center mall specializes in everything women need to look and feel fabulous on and around the sand. Located next to Louis Vuitton, Corsetti Collection opened in 2023, the brainchild of namesake Marie Corsetti and business partner Carolina Rinchere. The shop carries top-of-the-line bikinis, one-pieces and cover-ups, plus elegant eveningwear from brands such as Gigii, designed in Turkey. The founders established Corsetti Collection with a commitment to inclusivity and body positivity, catering to all sizes, ra ..read more

Michelle Farmer is not new to Boca Raton, but the luxury designer and retailer has expanded her local footprint with a new location at Mizner Park. Following nine successful years at The Boca Raton, and with the Beach Club undergoing renovations until next year, Mizner Park presented itself as the ideal location. “The transition allows us to expand our reach beyond the members-only hotel clientele to serve our large customer base from Miami, Boca Raton, and Fort Lauderdale,” says Farmer.  Michelle Farmer, photo credit: Nick Mele With the new boutique comes a more spacious layout that’s ac ..read more

The Miami Open, presented by Itaú, is heating up at Hard Rock Stadium as players get knocked out of the tournament while others advance to the next round, getting closer and closer to the finals this Sunday, March 31. Thanks to Lacoste, I had the opportunity to attend my first Miami Open in style by experiencing the Le Club Lacoste suite. Every detail was perfectly on-brand with Lacoste’s signature green and white taking center court in the intimate lounge area. Lacoste is no stranger to the Miami Open, having been a proud sponsor since 2015. Not only is this beloved and iconic French fashion ..read more

The annual Lynn Fashion Showcase is more than just a fashion show. Every look going down the runway of this year’s event was “dedicated to catalyzing positive change in the fashion industry by raising awareness about the paramount importance of repurposing post-consumer textiles into new clothing.” We have a long way to go with the current recycling rate of post-consumer textiles at a mere 1%. Fortunately, sustainability as a lifestyle is gaining popularity amid a growing awareness that we, as consumers, need to make better shopping choices. This year’s event showed how we can be eco-friendly ..read more

The award-winning car, the Lucid Air, is making a fashionable statement in Boca Raton. Lucid, the state-of-the-art electric vehicle company, and Saks Fifth Avenue, the luxury retail powerhouse, have launched a multifaceted partnership which includes Saks Fifth Avenue’s Boca Raton store location.  Customers can now book Lucid demo drives at Saks Boca Raton to personally experience the California-inspired design featuring not only a luxurious full-size interior, but also boasting the longest EPA-estimated range available of any electric car currently on the market. “The collaboration brings ..read more

With cooler weather ushering in the excitement of the South Florida Season, we’re entering the peak time for weddings—from beaches to ballrooms, and from gardens to estates. And Jenna Studio, the haute couture retailer that opened in Town Center mall this past spring, is ready for every nuptial occasion. Mothers of the bride and groom have learned to trust both the expertise and the beautiful collection at Jenna Studio, run by owner/operator Andrea Karabatsos. (The clothier is named after Andrea’s mother, who opened her first made-to-measure shop in Montreal, Canada’s posh Westmount in 1985 ..read more

A new year symbolizes new goals, bigger dreams, resolutions, and even perhaps a makeover. Coco Chanel once wisely said, “A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life.” She understood the personal influence on one’s confidence and the transformative power of change. A good hairstyle is more than just hair!  With this boldly confident attitude fresh on our minds, I called celebrity hairstylist Ricardo Rojas for his 2024 hair do’s and don’ts. You may also know him as Juan Jose, Seema Patel’s hairstylist, on the “Sex and the City” Season 2 spinoff “And Just Like That,” but, in real l ..read more

Still looking for some great gifts this holiday season? Here is a last-minute gift guide to inspire and hopefully help you in the hunt for the perfect surprises. If you’re completely done with your shopping, congratulations! However, keep this list handy for your next round of gifting. After all, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner.  Tumeri TUMERI embodies the desire to alleviate and elevate well-being with skincare centering on the natural attributes of turmeric. The TUMERI lifestyle bundle is an easy way to introduce friends, and yourself, to the brand with its vitamin C serum, mo ..read more

As Jan Patterson, owner of Boca Raton Bridal, knows all too well, weddings can be a time of both overwhelming beauty and great stress. “It’s like childbirth,” she says. “Until you do it, you have no idea. It’s not for the faint of heart.” To that end, in her 18 years in the bridal business, Patterson has encountered all manner of brides and their mothers, some with stories that aren’t fit for print. But it’s Patterson’s response to even the most unusual requests that helps set Boca Raton Bridal apart. “We’ve had clients that will text me at 6 in the morning, or call at 12 at night,” she says ..read more