Meet Joseph Graves, Jr. He’s an artist of smiles. Whether it’s gazing at his stunning paintings and thought-provoking sketches or a simple face-to-face conversation with the man, you’re sure to come away with a smile. He’s as authentic and down-to-earth as his artwork would imply, possessing a fascinating story of various chapters in life, from law school and working in the legal sector, to on stage as an award-winning actor, writer, acting coach, singer and artist. When we laid eyes on his attention-grabbing wall art prominently displayed on the second floor of Clayton Hotel & Members Clu ..read more

Words by Betsy Marr   |  Interior Design : Steve Souza  |  Photos: Susie Brenner When Steve Souza – founder and principal designer of Ouest Interiors – saw this enviable home in the Denver Country Club enclave, he was immediately inspired. Enlisted to complete an extensive renovation that spanned the entire footprint of the historic estate, Souza left no surface untouched in the pursuit. “Our goal was to reinstate the home’s original charm and timeless elegance while integrating modern-day conveniences,” Souza explains. To accomplish this, the designer focused on honoring t ..read more

When it comes to our health, today’s consumers are vastly more empowered than generations past, exploring modalities that complement (and in some cases, challenge) the bounds of traditional Western medicine and antiquated fitness regimes.  Nowhere is this more evident than right here in Cherry Creek. With the highest concentration of wellness practices in the region, our neighborhood is indeed a hotspot for health and wellness. Part 01: Fitness & Mobility Kalo Fitness | Jourdan Baldwin + Niccole Hendrickson Tell us about your business. what inspired you to get into this industry? We ..read more

Cherry Creek and the Colorado restaurant scene recently joined the most exclusive culinary club on the planet. The world-renowned Michelin Guide strapped on its hiking boots and has climbed up into our world of mile high dining. Membership has its privileges. So, what are those privileges? We went behind-the-scenes with the people who made this happen and those who know a thing or two about the Michelin Guide to find out what’s next. Was André Michelin about to get sick to his stomach out in the middle of the French countryside? His beloved passion project that he authored with his brother Edo ..read more

Over the years, Cherry Creek has become synonymous with style and, this season, we are recognizing our favorite women’s boutiques. From homegrown to haute couture, these shops are the talk – and toast – of the town.  — Betsy Marr Perch When Laurie O’Connell decided to open a Cherry Creek outpost of her popular Vail-based Perch, mile high fashionistas did a happy dance. And with good reason. Perch’s airy space on Third Avenue delivers time and again with its eclectic mix of contemporary women’s labels, shoes and accessories. From Veja sneakers to flirty dresses by Zimmerman, there’s alway ..read more

Ballard Designs, the kings of catalog-based furnishings and decor, have recently expanded their retail footprint into Denver by way of a beautifully-appointed showroom and store on St. Paul Street. The brand, known for its traditional-with-a-twist style sensibilities, offers its own label of ready-to-ship and custom furnishings, draperies, lighting, gifts and stylish accessories for the home. Ballard’s new Denver location is part of the 40-year-old home décor brand’s ongoing retail expansion spanning 20 states and 22 retail stores. “We love Denver, and we know from 40 years of sales history, t ..read more

One of Cherry Creek’s finest men’s clothiers has moved. BALANI, with its address across the street from The Jacquard for the past few years, has relocated to the old ML Furs space at University Blvd. and East Third Avenue. The spot is considerably larger than their previous footprint and will allow for various events, appointments, and consultations the likes of which BALANI has been striving for since they arrived in Denver back in 2017. Founded in 1961, this newest brick-and-mortar location in Cherry Creek signals the next phase for the men’s brand renowned for its unparalleled craftsmanship ..read more

Die Die Must Try Beverage Co. has touched down in Cherry Creek for a one-of-a-kind bubble tea shop that brings a wonderful new cultural and beverage experience to the neighborhood. The family-owned company specializes in the unique and tasty tea menu that’s been structured in three easy steps – 1) Pick your drink. Options include Earl Grey infused with lavender, taro milk tea, vanilla and bergamot, and kumquat green tea. 2) Choose from toppings like boba, red bean, grass jelly, and aloe vera. 3) Select your preferred sweetness level. Co-owner Ben Chow fell in love with Cherry Creek North when ..read more

Saint Laurent is the latest luxury label to call Cherry Creek home, with its highly anticipated store now open on the upper level of Cherry Creek Shopping Center, near RH. Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter in a 1966 collection called Rive Gauche, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio-cultural landscape. In 1999, the luxury goods division of the PPR Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction ..read more

Following in the footsteps of West Palm Beach, Detroit, and New Orleans, Cherry Creek has become Greyson Clothiers’ fourth location for its men, women, and children’s lines featuring everything from polo shirts, sweaters, jackets and vests, to trousers, shorts, shoes, bags, hats, and dress shirts. You can’t miss their new black-bricked exterior store and their wolf statue bust at 2432 E. 3rd Avenue between Josephine Street and Columbine Street. “The Wolf personifies our principles to succeed in style, focus, intelligence and strength. Merging fashion with sport, our mission is to create produc ..read more