Luxiere - Oklahoma Lifestyle & Real Estate // Edition 29

LIFESTYLE & REAL ESTATE OKLAHOMA • EDITION 29

T R AV E L A NEW WAY TO TRAVEL

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Nostalgia THE BEST OF LUXIERE FASHION

WOMAN OF INFLUENCE COURTNEY MANKIN

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Cover: Fashion

Stylish Nostalgia, Part 1: The Best of Luxiere Fashion EDITION 14 models: Avery Cannon, Indira Cannon stylists: Meghan A. Spears, Marla Cook makeup: Chelsey Ann hair: Ali Earnheart bts photographer: Ryan Magnani P H O T O G R A P H Y BY T O D D S C O T T

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Design Speaks: Artisan Tile Studio Soon, I developed a keen interest in tile and was fascinated about its origins, its styles, and its composition.

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Woman of Influence: Courtney Mankin Today, just about a decade later, the 34-year-old is president of The Social Order, the restaurant and hospitality company which owns that bar and employs more than 400 Oklahomans across eight restaurants.

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OKC Energy FC COO: Jeff Kretchmar Jeff Kretchmar is the COO of the OKC Energy FC, Oklahoma City’s professional soccer club. He has been with the Energy since day one and has made Oklahoma City his home.

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59 Solas Real Estate: Real Estate Reimagined A visit to the corporate headquarters of Solas Real Estate mesmerizes and delights the senses and immediately begs the question: exactly where am I? S T O R Y BY M I C H A E L K I N N E Y

27 Travel: Incredible Destinations A New Way to Travel Things are looking up for luxury travel. After months of cancellations and restrictions due to Covid-19, travel destinations are eagerly re-opening, and people are dreaming of escape.

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1 6 Business: Culture First, Business Second | 2 1 Q&A with Sorgen Dentistry | 3 2 Fashion Trends: The Luxe List | 5 4 Community: Art in the New Age, Objets Trouves | 7 5 Luxiere Real Estate: Oklahoma’s Exclusive Properties

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s I sat at my desk jotting down ideas for this article, a popular advertising slogan from the late 60’s popped into my mind. “You’ve come a long way, baby!” I smiled and nodded. I have come a long way. My industry has. And, so has my business.

My father was an extremely talented stone fabricator. In 2000, I began working with him in his business, watching him create beautiful countertops from slabs of earthly materials, turning visions into touchable pieces of functional artwork. He was an amazing craftsman.

Soon, I developed a keen interest in tile and was fascinated about its origins, its styles, and its composition. I discovered that for thousands of centuries, the tiles which had covered buildings, arches, roofs and walkways, walls, and floors were often blended with other forms of ceramics such as terracotta, metal, glass, and mosaic or were composed

entirely of those materials. What inspired me most was how these intricate, ornate, and one-of-a-kind tiles were all crafted by hand—the true definition of artisanship. I knew I had found my passion.

A few years after my father’s retirement in 2011, I opened Artisan Tile Studio. Working alongside talented interior designers who have strong vision and want something extra special for their clients, my dream to offer a unique and personalized service to meet their design goals grew even stronger.

Tile selections in Oklahoma at that time were extremely limited and often mass-produced, and I knew there had to be more out there. I began looking for new lines and discovered our industry had taken on wings and grown to unlimited possibilities. My quest was underway!

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Today, Artisan Tile Studio proudly offers over 75 lines and is fortunate to work with some of the best artisans in the world—from California to Italy, Oregon to Morocco, Nashville to Spain, Wyoming to Mexico, and New York to points all over the globe. The true handcrafted tile and custom design capabilities we now have available are only limited by one’s imagination. Here are three of my very favorites, exclusive to Artisan Tile Studio:

TILES OF EZRA

New Ravenna (newravenna.com) Founded in 1992 by artist and designer Sara Baldwin, New Ravenna has the world’s most exquisite collection of handcrafted custom stone and glass mosaics for both home and commercial installations. From the small town of Exmore, on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, the New Ravenna team of over 100 artisans proudly creates and shares unique mosaics, including decorative borders, murals, field tile, and medallions. Through a collaboration with many talented artists and designers, their custom mosaics makes spaces feel beautiful, renewed, and connected through unique and transformative art pieces.

with artisan tile makers in Mexico, Morocco, and Vietnam to create Tiles of Ezra: exquisite Zellige field and mosaic tile designs filled with vivacious and exotic cultural references, driven by a mantra of promoting the sustainability of craftsmanship.

“We have always tried to articulate to our clients that when you are buying from Tiles of Ezra, you are not just buying a product. You are buying a handmade piece of work, which has passed through the hands of another person. An artisan who has a name, a family, and a story of his or her own,” says Ezra.

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Every product from New Ravenna can be customized to meet the needs of any customer and design vision—tile can be tumbled, honed, or treated to create distinctive styles, subtle shade variations, and textures—resulting in a custom, one-of-a-kind work of art in mosaic tile.

Tiles of Ezra (850atilestudio.com) Georgia Ezra, a visionary interior designer from Australia, was unable to find a tile range that would facilitate the needs of her design projects. Taking matters into her own hands, this treasure hunter and market maven at heart searched the globe for inspiration and resources. She forged partnerships

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Kim Harper is the woman behind the tile at Clay Daisies. She is a self-taught potter and tile maker with a background in Interior Design, Architecture, and Art Education. Twenty years ago, she was asked by a client to create custom tile for a kitchen, and Kim’s dream was born.

She began her company in 2016, handmaking tile in her home studio, and now has sustainably crafted an amazing collection designed to stand the test of time, both visually and structurally. With an extensive color palette and countless shapes and sizes, Kim works alongside homeowners, designers, and architects to bring their visions to life with custom patterns and styles. And, in true artisan fashion, everything from Clay Daisies Tile is hand rolled, hand cut, and hand glazed. All clay and tile materials are repurposed; scrap is recycled to make trims and samples, and any tile that doesn’t pass quality control is donated to a local school for mosaic projects. I love that her standards are helping teach young students to continue this artisan craft.

Tile truly is my passion and I welcome you to visit Artisan Tile Studio at our Western Avenue location to see these beautiful lines and many more. From ceramics to glazed basalt, marble to glass and even

precious metals, tile is much more than a mere floor covering; tiles are pieces of art that make a grand statement. I love to search the world for new and exciting offerings and bring them to Oklahoma City.

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Mike Beckham built a culture before he started building Simple Modern

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people you have seen personally demonstrate that character and that commitment over a significant period of time,” he said. “I wanted to have a really high focus on setting the right tone for culture.”

Today, Beckham is Simple Modern’s CEO, leading a company that markets innovative and licensed specialty products such as insulated drink cups through multiple channels like Amazon, Target and its own website. Sales have grown to millions of units annually, with Simple Modern employing a team of 40 people.

Simple Modern’s website says it “seeks to develop exceptional products and lasting relationships. We are committed to doing business with excellence, placing the needs of others above our own, and delivering quality products that will simplify our lives.”

Finding the right product was a different story. The ong before Mike Beckham co-founded his e-commerce founders brainstormed some ideas of what they wanted to venture, Simple Modern in 2015, he took his first steps down sell and had some modest successes. Then they hit on the the entrepreneur’s path as student body treasurer at Putnam concept of an innovative insulated cup, found a manufacturing City North High School. Beckham just didn’t recognize it at the time. partner in China, and brought in the first order in 2016. Simple “One of the things I did to raise money as student body treasurer: Modern has since expanded its product line and today offers I got the school to agree to let me take a portion of the parking lot – drinkware and food storage, including children’s lunch boxes, the best parking spots – and auction them off,” Beckham recalled. “I backpacks and officially licensed products for Disney, NFL, did a silent auction where everybody could bid, but they didn’t know NBA and collegiate sports. what they were bidding against. I went out and stenciled names on As a lifelong Oklahoman, the parking spots. Looking back, it was very Beckham said he’s never considered entrepreneurial.”

“Our company is built on operating a business anywhere but From PC North, he went on to the serving our customers, the Sooner state. “This team of people University of Oklahoma, where he graduated with a degree in Finance from Price College offering remarkable value, I believe in and love are here, so I want to be here,” he said. “There’s of Business. He then worked for more than and giving generously to something endemic about the values eight years as missional team leader for worthy causes.” of Oklahoma that is conducive to Campus Crusade for Christ, now known as the type of company I’m trying to Cru. build. On a more practical level, the Oklahoma cost of living Then the entrepreneurial world beckoned. His younger brother, is incredibly affordable.” Beckham finds it easy to pitch Matt, was starting QuiBids in 2009, and Mike agreed to sign on as Oklahoma to people from outside the state who may know the chief operating officer. There were key lessons about team building state only through stereotypes. The Thunder basketball team learned from working both in the Campus Crusade ministry and for has helped overcome that. Add Simple Modern to the growing Matt’s startup that Mike embraced as he launched Simple Modern list of Oklahoma’s positive developments. with co-founders Bryan Porter and Micah Ames.

“It is my hope that the company is providing an Those lessons revolved around relationships and getting the right environment where the employees can thrive, that we have a people on board first. “I think the first team I was on at Campus positive impact on the things we are involved in, and that we Crusade had an impact on the way I think about the way a team are doing a good job of serving the customers,” Beckham said. could function and about leadership, where it’s about more than “I hope people would look at our company and say that we are the organization and getting things done,” Beckham said. “It’s about doing business a different way.” the relationship among the team members.” Even before launching Simple Modern, Beckham, with the help of his wife, Heather, drew up — a list of potential employees.

ABOUT ROD WHITSON – Rod Whitson is based in “My wife and I had a date night, and we dreamed a little bit that Oklahoma City and serves as a strategic advisor to night about what it could look like,” he said. “She certainly felt just as high-performing CEOs leading growth companies. strongly as I did, and that who I would work with and the culture we rod.whitson@vistagechair.com build upon would be more important than what we would sell.”

So, they drew up a list of people they had known and worked with over a long period of time. “If culture is the most important thing, then the only way you really make sure that you get it right is to hire

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n a time where self-care and health are more necessary than ever before, some have found themselves back at the dentist, taking care of that cavity or teeth cleaning that’s been put on the backburner for far too long. Sorgen Dentistry, a privately owned dental practice in Oklahoma City, offers a warm and inviting environment, even for those who tend to feel anxious at the dentist.

Dr. Bryan Sorgen, head of Sorgen Dentistry and Vice President of the Oklahoma County Dental Society, cares about the details, design, and perfection. Here, we chat with Dr. Sorgen about his journey to dentistry, building relationships with clients, and sound advice for the apprehensive patient.

Tell me about Sorgen Dentistry. What services do you offer and how are you different? We are a single-doctor, privately-owned dental practice, proudly offering top-quality cosmetic and restorative treatments for the entire family. We strive to provide every patient with exceptional service and a tailored experience designed for each patient’s unique needs, using progressive methods and a caring approach. When we consult with our patients, we educate them and give them various treatment options so that they are empowered to make the decision that is right for their health goals and financial circumstances.

DR. BRYAN SORGEN AND HIS WIFE, LAUREN OWNERS OF SORGEN DENTISTRY

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We just relocated to our gorgeous new dental office, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our family of patients through our doors! Building this office started with years of planning and a vision that provides our patients with the most pleasant dental experience imaginable. Everything—literally everything—is comforting. The beautiful color palette, the well-appointed waiting room, the children’s nook, the dental chairs, the music, the always-fresh flowers, and the overhead lighting provide a comforting space. We truly believe that the level of detail and effort we have poured into our new space is unmatched and serves as a testament to the detailed attention we give to each patient’s smile.

What attracted you to the profession of dentistry? I wanted to be a part of a healthcare profession that would make a positive impact on someone else’s life and offer the opportunity to help others create and maintain a state of wellness. These things, along with my passion for artistry, precision, and science attracted me to the field of dentistry. My career has been rewarding for me on a multitude of levels, mainly because of the relationships I have developed with my patient family. Being able to use my craft to create a new smile that brings out a person’s confidence, self-esteem, and raw emotion is one of the most powerful things about my profession.

If you could have a heartfelt discussion with a prospective patient who may be apprehensive about going to the dentist, what would you tell them? Patients need to prioritize care over cost when it comes to their dental care. We all want great care for the best value. Generally speaking, when someone is expecting to receive great care, exceptional skill, sound judgment and the cheapest cost, one factor has to give way; cheaper is not always better. Patients need to take these sacrifices into consideration when picking a dental provider.

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I find that most patients are typically misinformed or completely uninformed about their dental benefits coverage. Additionally, many people assume that if a provider is not “in-network,” then they do not accept their insurance. This is a false assumption, and more often than not it costs no more or very little out of pocket to see the provider of your choice. The best approach is to find a dental office you feel will provide the best care for you. Call the office of interest and speak to the insurance coordinator. At our office, we provide a complimentary benefit check to better understand your insurance so we know what services are reimbursed and which are not.

At Sorgen Dentistry, we have to be very selective about which dental insurance plans we contract with. For one, I won’t allow insurance companies to dictate what is best for my patients and their unique situation. Secondly, I seek to be the best dentist that I can be, consistently elevating the level of care that I provide and materials I use to achieve the ideal outcome for my patient, and I can’t let insurance companies’ fee reductions devalue that. Lastly, I want to have the most talented team serving my patients’ every dental need. I work with an extraordinary group of women who are professional, treat my patients well, and embrace our core values. Retaining talented employees comes at a price, and they are worth it!

Where is dentistry today? Dentistry as a whole is being marketed as a commodity rather than a service. This is evidenced by the catchy advertisements that patients and consumers are bombarded with offering too-good-to-be-true pricing on crowns, implants, and other similar services. In addition, dental insurance companies look to drive down their costs while increasing profits. Providers who are “in-network” with insurance companies take massive fee reductions, forcing them to double the amount of people they see in a day in order to turn a profit. What this could potentially mean for the patient/consumer is less time spent during appointments, which can lead to reduced care and compassion.

This shift in dentistry diminishes the very skill set that dentists like me have invested time, finances, effort, and energy to perfect. A crown isn’t just a “crown”—it takes professional judgement to recommend the right treatment for my patient based on their individual circumstances, a very high level of precision, and my ability to provide the patient with the stellar results that he/she deserves.

Additionally, there has also been a significant increase in investorowned, corporate dental offices across not only Oklahoma, but the entire United States. Typically, the dentists working in these offices are being managed by non-dentists creating “quotas” and incentives which push non-covered or elective procedures. Such business models can negatively influence diagnosis and treatment decisions made for the patient.

I pray that dentistry can continue to be a profession built on relationships and mutual trust, and not a commodity-based model that so many offices have turned it into. I have a personal relationship with my patients, one that I have had the privilege of earning over time. My team members know all of our patients by name. We have spent a personal moment with our patients over many weeks, sometimes months, improving the state of their health, smile, and their life. Every patient deserves to be heard, advocated for, and treated with the utmost respect.

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2020 has been a challenging year for us all, but difficult times ignite the opportunity for personal and professional growth. My wife and I have had our fair share of sleepless nights during this building project - how are we going to manage virtual learning for our three children while running a business, growing our patient base, building a state-of-the-art office, and still have time for sleep and self-care? The power of faith and the love and support from our family and friends has seen us through.

We have been humbled, over and over again by the support our patients have shown us this year. We are thrilled that, in the midst of a pandemic, our patients feel safe coming to our office. These things reassure me that our exceptional services and compassionate care can never - will never - be compromised and that we must be doing something right.

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The Social Order, under Mankin’s direction, has also become a bold force in philanthropic circles. “We do a lot with Cleats for Kids,” she says. “We are very involved with lots of organizations. We don’t do a lot of traditional marketing, but we maintain partnerships with nonprofits.

Brian is very involved with many organizations and he really tries not to say no to any of them. That’s part of what has made scaling back during the pandemic difficult.”

Born and raised in Shawnee, where her mother still lives, Mankin comes from a food-loving family. She’s an avid home cook and her son

Miller is an avid eater. Her late grandfather Buddy Allen, a talented baker, hand-crafted loaves of bread in batches of 20 each month, which he gifted to people he cared about. “He gave bread to widows, friends and people from church, neighbors and his grandkids,” she recalled.

Mankin is a kind-hearted product of her tight-knit family. She’s young, talented, successful and driven, but what sets her apart is her giving spirit and a love of caring for others through food and hospitality.

It’s a part of Mankin’s DNA.

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Q&A WITH ENERGY FC COO,

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eff Kretchmar is the COO of the OKC Energy FC, Oklahoma City’s professional soccer club. He has been with the Energy since day one and has made Oklahoma City his home. Kretchmar and his team’s impact on the Oklahoma City community reaches far beyond the entertainment they provide to fans. Learn more about what makes the OKC Energy FC successful and the different ways they give back to our community.

Tell our readers a little about Energy FC. What makes Oklahoma City the right place for a professional soccer team? Energy FC found its home in OKC in 2014 and plays in the USL Championship league. As a top 50 city, Oklahoma City deserves to have professional soccer team. Soccer is a game of passion and unity, and I believe that speaks directly to the spirit of our city.

Knowing the players and the organization, how have you seen Energy FC give back to the community, not only in Oklahoma, but across the globe? We have many amazing programs and, more importantly, people.

Whether it’s our Gulfport Energy Sidekicks program that pairs athletes from Special Olympics Oklahoma and Autism Oklahoma directly with our players to participate in many fun and engaging activities or our support of Devon Front Line Hero, we believe in supporting every aspect of our community. Also, $2 of every ticket sold goes back to support Fields and Futures, and 15% of our concessions goes back to Oklahoma City Public Schools to help build brighter futures. We have also started a foundation, Energy Assist, to provide youth with new soccer equipment and trained mentor coaches, continuing our legacy of giving and growth in OKC.

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Our players and staff are given the time, ability and encouragement to make an impact in our community.

On the other side of that, how has the community helped support Energy FC? Energy FC has some of the best fans in the world. They show up, they yell, they support not only us, but also follow our mission of making OKC the best place to live, work and play.

How did you get into the world of professional soccer? I have worked in sports for 20 years and have been with Energy FC since it began. Of all my experiences, this has been the most rewarding because of the connections and unity that soccer provides.

What do you love most about what you do? In sports we work 365 days a year so that we can bring our soccer and our passion to the field less than 40 of those days. Seeing the smiles and cheers from our fans at every home match is what makes me love our work. For 90 minutes, our fans put aside differences and life issues; they forget about whatever is going on outside of that stadium. For those 90 minutes they can scream and cheer for their team with a complete stranger and walk away with a new friend. It’s pretty magical to me.

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What makes Oklahoma City fans different from others? Oklahomans are born champions. It’s not just the final outcome, they want to win each and every second of the match.

What was the best piece of advice you were given when you were first starting your career? Work harder than everyone and when you think you are done, you have at least another 20% to give.

Where do you hope to see professional soccer in Oklahoma in the next ten years? We want professional soccer in OKC to be what our fans want it to be—successful, thriving and part of the natural landscape of our great city and state.

What is one thing you enjoy doing when you are not at work? I love to cook and entertain. When you work in entertainment, there is always a show to put on for someone.

For anyone that has never been to an Energy FC game, what are they missing? A community that is unlike any other in sport in OKC. For 90 minutes, our fans come together, scream, cheer and yell for their team. Our players take care of the soccer; our fans make it an adventure.

What is your luxiere? Good gin, time with friends, and watches. I mean, who doesn’t love a quality timepiece?

What is the biggest lesson you have learned in your career? I cannot be successful without helping everyone on the team be successful. We rise and fall together.

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INTERVIEW WITH CHRISTY BRUNER

mira bird INTERVIEW BY KIANA MORIDI

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alking into Mira Bird is like stepping into a free spirit’s daydream—neutral tones, macramé decor, lush greenery, and a beachy feel that quickly transports you to your own personal oasis. Now open in Edmond, Mira Bird is a thoughtfully curated blend of eclectic and artful goods, perfect for those who prefer the more unique things in life. Here, we chat with the store owner, Christy Bruner, about holiday products, must-have items, and who the Mira Bird customer is.

What’s the story behind the name? In Latin, Mira means wonderful, strange, remarkable, amazing, surprising, extraordinary. I hope that’s what customers find when they walk in the door—something unique and wonderful. Something that inspires them.

What drew you to opening a store after working in graphic design?

After 20 years in graphic design, I really needed a change and a different creative outlet. I couldn’t bear the thought of sitting behind a computer for much longer and really felt the pull to build something that could change the trajectory of where I was headed. I’ve worked in retail off and on throughout my life and I’ve always enjoyed the creativity, the connections you make, and the people you meet from all walks of life. The opportunity presented itself; I signed a lease and jumped all in!

What are some must-have products in Mira Bird right now? I have some fantastic homewares, charcuterie boards, lux hand wash and lotions, candles, and great pillows. We have new items arriving daily.

What are some products to be on the lookout for this fall? Anything with texture! Items offering a “found” vibe with an uncluttered, cozy feel.

I’m really loving the pampas grass and bleached palms we have in store right now!

Any holiday products that will be in store? An assortment of unique gifts in multiple price points, not to mention holiday decor, soaps, and candles.

Who is the Mira Bird customer? What is their aesthetic and how do they spend their days? The Mira Bird customer is someone who has their own style and is a free spirit. Their home is a place layered with intentional items that are unique, inspiring, or have a story—a carefully curated and eclectic blend that brings them joy in spite of what’s trending.

If you could offer the Mira Bird customer one thing, what would it be? Mimosas and charcuterie! Anything that brings you joy, connection, and good conversation.

How do you decide which products should be in store? I aim to offer an eclectic blend of artful goods in spite of what may be trendy. Things with an interesting story or appearance. I work to offer items made by a real person whenever I am able and where it makes sense.

Tell me a little bit about the range of products Mira Bird carries. We offer a wide assortment of home decor goods, stationery items, and unique beauty selections. We have hand-painted stationery, fun matches and candles, lux handwash and hand lotion, lots of planters, pillows, assorted cookbooks, throws, and unique kitchen items.

Any events offered at Mira Bird that we should know about? When we aren’t in the middle of a pandemic, I offer various workshops. In the past, we have offered charcuterie demos for girl’s night out, floral arranging, wreath demos, and macramé demos.

Future plans? In addition to offering a wider assortment of unique products, I’d love to someday open another store in Stillwater or Norman.

To shop Mira Bird, visit the shop at 3400 S Bryant, Ste. 130 in Edmond, or check out the site at mirabird.com.

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fa la la luxe Rich hues of gold, camel, rust, and honey are making a bold statement this winter. This comforting color palette creates a warm foundation for pairing with brighter, cooler tones, making it the perfect hue for gift-giving this holiday season. From chocolate brown leather boots to crème brûlée honey bath, we’ve got your local gold gift guide ready to explore.

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B Y S A M I A M O S E S C R E AT I V E KJEIR WEIS Product: The Beautiful Oil Price: 150.00 Store: Salt & Water

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EDEN BOUTIQUE Product: Haute Shore Naples Neoprene Tote Store: Eden Boutique Price: 98.00

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STAUD Product: Vegan Leather Top Price: 315.00 Store: Tootsie’s

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FABER-CASTELL Product: Coconut Rollerball Pen Price: $160 Store: Faber-Castell

CRISTAL ROSE Price: 576.00 Store: Byron’s Liquor Warehouse

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HARRY KOTLAR Product: Harry Kotlar Cuff Price: $9,140 Store: BC Clark

COMMON PLACE BOOKS Product: Coffee Table Book Price: 35.00

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A LE FLÂNEUR SPORTIF D’HERMÈS Product: Carbon Fiber Bike Price: 10K

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TSO OPTICAL Product: Dita Spacecraft Price: 525.00

LAURA MERCIER BODY & BATH Product: Honey Bath Store: Balliets Price: 55.00

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LE CREUSET Product: Le Creuset Eiffel Tower Casserole, 2.5qt Price: 204.95 Store: Sur La Table

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TECHNIVORM Product: Moccamaster Price: 349.00 Store: Sur La Table

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EDEN BOUTIQUE Product: Lash Fix-It Kit Price: $75

DAVID YURMAN Product: Origami Necklace Price: 32K Store: BC Clark

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EUGENIA KIM Product: Bunny Floppy Wool Hat Price: 445.00 Store: Neiman Marcus

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GRAN PATRON Product: Anejo Tequila Price: 468.00 Store: Byron’s Liquor Warehouse

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BRIONI Product: Men’s Wide Stripe Tie Price: $300 Store: Neiman Marcus

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LOEFFLER RANDALL Product: Women’s Goldy Croc-Embossed Tall Boots Price: 695.00 Store: Balliets

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GOLDEN MUTT JACK Product: Brown Leather Collar Price: 42.00

URBANE HOME & LIFESTYLE Product: Doggie Bookends Price: 262.50 Store: Urbane Home & Lifestyle

EDEN BOUTIQUE Product: Heathered Knit High-Waisted Pants Price: $95 Store: Eden Boutique

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CHARBONNEL ET WALKER Product: Plain Chocolate Truffles Price: 28.00 Store: Sur La Table

VOLUSPA Product: Baltic Amber Candle Price: 198.00 Store: Plenty Mercantile

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THE LITTLE ARK Product: Nuna Mixx Stroller Price: 649.00

WILLIAM & LAUREN Suit: $549 Shirt: $125 Store: William & Lauren

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BOND NO.9 Product: New York Signature Scent Price: 410.00 Store: Balliets

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S T Y L I S H N O S T A L G I A : PA R T 1

As 2020 comes to a close, we tip our hats to some of our most beloved fashion photo shoots over the years—a stylish nostalgia, some would call it. From dripping in jewels to an all-vintage photoshoot, we reminisce on the best of Luxiere fashion.

EDITION 9 Photographed by: Josh Welch Styled by: Consortium MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Drea Grady

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EDITION 12 Photographed by: Todd Scott Styled by: Consortium MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Megan McAtee

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EDITION 23 Photographed by: Josh Welch Styled by: Brittany Phillips & Kiana Moridi MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Emily Linch

EDITION 21 Photographed by: Josh Welch Styled by: Samia Moses MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Becca Young

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EDITION 12 Photographed by: Todd Scott Styled by: Consortium MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Megan McAtee & Christine Burns

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Photographed by: Josh Welch Styled by: Chelsey Ann MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Naseem Olomi

Photographed by: Shevaun Willims Styled by: Consortium MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Jessi Murray

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EDITION 9 Photographed by: Josh Welch Styled by: Consortium MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Drea Grady

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EDITION 13 Photographed by: Josh Welch Styled by: Consortium MU: Chelsey Ann Hair: Ali Earnheart Model: Sierrah Hull

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GERALD WORK

keeping it classic STORY BY MICHAEL KINNEY P H OTO G R A P HY BY K E N N O N B RYC E

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erald Work is an extraordinary vintage automobile collector. He’s got an impeccable eye for classic cars, yet he isn’t worried about enjoying them: he doesn’t believe they should be put on a pedestal only for show. Work likes nothing more than to slide behind the wheel of any one of his ten classics and go for a spin. “I love old cars because you can drive them anywhere,” Work said. “You don’t have to be afraid of going out and driving the car.” His collection is filled with breathtaking classics. Perhaps his most-loved is his 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS, the embodiment of his belief that classics are meant to be driven and not just admired. After trading a 1969 Camaro for it eight years ago, he restored the classic to its original style, with no intention of hiding it in a garage.

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Work enjoys the process of restoring his stable of classic cars, but unlike less daring collectors, he’s not precious about it. “I want them to be nice,” Work said. “But I don’t want them to be so nice that I can’t drive them.” That encapsulates Work’s Chevelle perfectly. When he turns the key in the ignition, the engine roars with a ferocity that can be felt by anyone standing nearby.

With a black interior, black rims and tinted windows, his Chevelle makes a distinctive impression when Work takes it out to run errands or go to the gym. “If you jump in the Chevelle and you go down to the gas station, everybody loves it,” Work said. “You don’t have to be afraid of going out and driving the car.”

Like many enthusiasts who find themselves enthralled by classic cars, Work’s fascination began when he was a young boy. His father was a painter and car builder, so he was introduced to the car

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culture at an early age. Because of that, Work knows the feelings of joy, and a little bit of awe, that he sees on the faces of onlookers get when he pulls up in his Chevelle. “I think part of it is because it has a universal appeal and takes you back to your childhood,” Work said. “These are the cars lots of us wanted in high school, and we still love them today.”

Work sees his classic car menagerie, including that sexy Chevelle, as great investments because they don’t depreciate, like today’s exotic cars, which lose value the minute they are driven off the lot. Muscle cars will never depreciate. “So, to me, these cars are like my 401(k),” Work said. “But I get to look enjoy them every day instead of waiting for a statement to come in the mail.”

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#whatsyourluxiere STORY BY KIANA MORIDI

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his past year has brought a multitude of highs and lows.

From navigating a pandemic to dealing with the stresses of everyday life, it can be difficult to set aside time for some more than necessary self-care. For some tips on how to put ourselves first during stressful times, we chat with local beauty practitioners about their luxieres and what makes them feel most like themselves when life starts to get in the way.

A GOOD NIGHT’S REST For us, becoming unapologetic about rest has been key to helping us refuel and reengage when things have gotten stressful this year. A good night’s sleep isn’t always reliable, so we try to focus on smaller more available ways, like taking breaks from the news cycle and social media or practicing simple breathwork and embodiment techniques.

Getting in a warm bath with one of our salt soaks while a Signature Candle burns always helps to decompress and let go.

FACIALS, SKIN PEELS & MASKS When my skin is sallow, tired, or flaky, one of my favorite treatments to use is Natura Bisse Diamond Glyco Extreme Peel. It increases cellular turnover, helps other products work better and makes my skin feel soft and smooth.

Another must-have for stress control is Trish McEvoy Instant Solutions Triangle of Light Eye Mask. I use these after sleepless nights, before events, or if my allergies are causing puffiness.

Last but not least, I absolutely love Essential Shock Intense Complex serum. It’s vitamins for the skin and addresses hormonal breakouts.

- Alecia Sullivan (Balliets Beauty Advisor and Esthetician)

- Angela Hodgkinson and Blakely Hiner-Riley (Solare)

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GYM WORKOUTS

SILENT MORNING RUNS

PRACTICING YOGA

Early morning gym times at Union Performance absolutely save me. Successfully staying busy is also my luxiere. Although I am the owner and help my team run Skinlab, I am a mom and I have a fulltime job in healthcare administration. I am happiest when I am busy and motivated. Lastly, I love solving problems. Big, small, and sometimes weird dilemmas. I’m a glass half full person and thrive off of solutions. Not all problems can truly be solved, but improvement is often achieved, and betterment is always a good thing!

My luxiere is running in the morning. I love my morning runs because they give me time to myself in the silence of the early morning. If I had to pick a second option, I would pick a great pair of shoes. I love shoes, and a fantastic pair of heels makes me feel tall and powerful. I’ve had patients who say that they come to see me just to see what pair of shoes I’ll be wearing!

The smallest pleasures in my life have felt the most luxurious to me lately. The quiet of my morning yoga practice, getting dressed up for work even when my shop is closed and no one sees me, listening to music while cooking dinner, and of course, stopping to appreciate the beauty of nature—whether it’s taking a walk outside on a sunny day or sitting at my desk blending natural essences to make perfume.

Luxuries are everywhere!

- Sarah Bleakley (Skinlab Injectables)

I set aside time to teach guitar lessons every Wednesday during my busy schedule. I have played since I was 17, and it always makes me feel lighter. I also meditate daily. Connecting to spirit and earth energy helps me release trapped energy in my aura and helps me focus. I also love to swim laps and kayak.

My daughter Amber Cummins likes to take salt baths with incense and oils to release negative energy. She also regularly sages her house, takes walks, and loves to do breath work.

MASSAGE & MEDITATION To me, luxiere is about self-care with relaxation.

If I can indulge myself in a spa, massage, whirlpool or steam with an amazing lunch, I feel like I’ve won the lottery. With meditation, it’s like resetting the button on life and I feel brand new—now that’s a luxiere!

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TIME...TO SLOW DOWN My luxiere is time—slowing down to do the rituals that keep my mind and body in balance.

Adding dry brushing before bathing, taking a deep inhale before my skincare or applying special body oil. It’s the little things that add up to be bigger elements of calm.

- Chelsey Ann Cobbs (Salt & Water)

From soothing skincare routines to exercising and time spent in the great outdoors, we all have our own simple luxieres. Although it may look a bit different for each of us, practicing self-care can serve as a calming reset during stressful times. So, when life starts to get in the way, draw yourself a warm bath, put on your favorite face mask, and sip on some bubbly—because you deserve it.

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an unlikely activist OK PRIDE

STORY BY CHRISTINE EDDINGTON

Sometimes a person’s heart can’t unfurl to its fully-formed, glorious, magnanimous size until it’s been well and truly shattered first. And sometimes what starts as heartbreak quickly becomes an awakening and the realization that you’ve just discovered your life’s purpose.

That’s exactly what happened to Sara Cunningham when her son came out. She was shaken, shattered, panicked, beside herself, and certain that his revelation would doom him to hell for eternity.

Literally. “It was a brutal awakening,” Cunningham says. “Our church was non-affirming. People I knew acted like something bad had happened to Parker. At first I thought I needed to do anything I could to save him. My mindset was that I was fighting to save his soul from eternal damnation, because that was the ideology of the church we went to at the time.”

Parker was young, 21, when he came out to his mother, and Cunningham freely admits that she would have tried anything to ungay him back then, even the so-called conversion therapy now illegal in 20 states. “A better name for conversion therapy is shame-based ministry. It’s still legal in Oklahoma, and it’s dangerous. But I would have tried it for Parker. I couldn’t, though, because he was too young.”

She sounds so deeply grateful, now, that that plan was thwarted, although at the time she felt it was a huge blow.

But then she met some of Parker’s friends. And she started thinking. “It was pivotal. I realized that my straight son had more rights and legal protection than my gay son.” She realized she was accountable for what she did – or didn’t do – next. So she tried to bring her church around, bless her heart.

“I tried to bridge the gap, to try to get them to the table,” she says of her now-former Baptist church. “The church wouldn’t budge.”

Cunningham left that church but holds fast to her Christian faith. “I

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found faith-based resources and found my mission: to build people up in love, to empower the LGBTQIA+ community,” she says.

on fire because I’ve seen the power of what fear and ignorance can do.”

Cunningham kept educating people, kept fighting. She wrote a book, “How

As she was getting her bearings, a friend of hers from the neighborhood

We Sleep at Night: A Mother’s Memoir.” Jamie Lee Curtis, moved by her viral

(an atheist!) was among the first to celebrate her son and offer unconditional

post, messaged her and told her how much she admired her work. They soon

support. “She accepted my son when I didn’t know if I could. She walked through

realized that they are kindred spirits (they could easily be sisters), and now

that with me.” From there, Cunningham found a private Facebook group for

Curtis is producing (and starring in) a movie based on the book.

parents of LGBTQIA+ children. “I learned that I was not alone.”

“I was moved by her journey,” Curtis said in an interview with The Washington

her

Post. “And I continue to be thrilled as

energies and started her work with the

her movement is catching on. I hope

LGBTQIA+ community. She found

to do justice to her story and the story

her voice and began using it, and a

of so many marginalized people in the

movement was born. Now that she’s

LGBTQ community.”

Cunningham

refocused

rolling, she’ll never stop. “I went to the

Curtis said she was drawn right away

Oklahoma City Pride Parade in 2015,

to Cunningham’s story and came to

with a button that said ‘Free Mom

Oklahoma City about a year ago to

Hugs,’ and I offered a hug or a high

spend time with Cunningham. “I saw

five to every person who made eye

the impact that her movement has

contact with me. Certainly I wasn’t

already had in and around Oklahoma

the first mom to offer free hugs, but

City,” Curtis says. “It’s exciting to watch

it became a platform for me to start

something that was born out of such

changing conversations.”

conflict develop into something of such deep compassion and expansive

She also became ordained, so

acceptance.”

that she could officiate same sex or LGBTQIA+ weddings. In an interview

If there’s one thing Cunningham

with CBS News, she said, “Many of

wants people to understand, it’s this.

the weddings I officiate, I’ll say, ‘How

“The problems facing the LQBTQIA+

are your parents? Are they accepting?’

community all stem from the non-

And they say, ‘Well, I don’t know if

affirming,

Evangelical

I’ll invite them or not. They don’t

Churches.

And

acknowledge my relationship.’” Their

affirms someone who identifies as

sad predicament rebroke her heart

LGBTQIA+, it lowers their suicide

and prompted her to post something

risk. Be an advocate. Wear a shirt, put

on Facebook.

a rainbow sticker on your car. And

It was a picture of herself, hand

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if

Christian

one

person

VOTE.”

raised as though she wanted to be called on in class. She wrote “PSA. If you need a mom to attend your same sex wedding because your biological mom won’t, call me. I’m there. I’ll be your biggest fan. I’ll even bring the bubbles.”

She went viral. Everything started moving really fast. She founded a nonprofit

“IT’S EXCITING TO WATCH

called Free Mom Hugs. Chapters started sprouting up across the country and

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now there’s a chapter in each state. Europe is next. “Scripture says ‘But the fruit

OF SUCH CONFLICT DEVELOP

of the Spirit is love,’ and that’s what I believe,” Cunningham says.

INTO SOMETHING OF SUCH DEEP

She’s been interviewed by media from around the world, speaks and travels constantly, and now Free Mom Hugs is her full-time occupation. Her husband

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and both sons are fully supportive. In an interview with Buzzfeed, she explains:

ACCEPTANCE.”

“I thought, ‘If my son is going to hell for being gay, I’m going to fight for him like

— JAMIE LEE CURTIS, ACTRESS

my hair is on fire.’ Since then I’ve gotten educated and no longer believe that — so now I’ve [been] fighting for him and the LGBTQ community like my hair is

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ART IN THE NEW AGE WITH

objets trouvés I N T E R V I E W BY VA L E N T I N A G U T I E R R E Z P H OTO G R A P HY BY K E N N O N B RYC E

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ike its name, Objets Trouvés has a distinct elegance and sparks curiosity in everyone who has had the opportunity to look through the window or visit the space. Every art piece in the gallery, which has recently changed locations, has been personally and carefully chosen by the owner and director, Susan McCalmont.

Objets Trouvés holds true to its meaning, “found objects,” offering an eclectic variety of both new and old art.

Art has been a central part of McCalmont’s life. She comes from a family of artists where art in all its forms has been expressed and celebrated, so it’s no surprise that her passion has guided her professional career. Here, we chat with McCalmont about her vision behind Objets Trouvés, changes in the industry, and what art means to her.

What was your motivation for starting Objets Trouvés? For a big part of my career, I was involved in a more theoretical aspect of the arts, by helping found Creative Oklahoma and through my involvement with The Kirkpatrick Foundation. For the next chapter in my career, I wanted to do something more tangible, where I could meet people again and be able to make that connection between artists and individuals who were curious about art.

Tell us about the vision behind the gallery. The idea emerged to have proof of concept—a small space with a big vision. I didn’t want to seem like just another gallery. I wanted to be a place of new discoveries by mixing old and new art, a place to build an art community where artists could connect

and where buyers would get the opportunity to know more, learn and even meet the artists behind the piece they purchased.

Tell us about Objets Trouvés new location. We reopened our previous location about two months ago, and we started with one day a week. We then went to three days a week for a few hours, and people started to rediscover us, but we could only have two people at a time at the space. About a month ago, I talked to one of the owners at Gordon Stuart, and they suggested we bring some of our paintings into the store. So, we brought seven paintings and the receptivity from their customers was so great. When the opportunity came, we practically tripled the space we had at our previous location. Now we are in what used to the Christian Dior boutique. People can now come to our gallery or come in through Gordon Stuart and enjoy both spaces.

Times like these have forced us all to think creatively. Have you been able to implement something new? I saw the opportunity to have conversations between artists and collectors. We also had exhibition openings. We utilized Will Rogers Theatre across the street for more extensive galleries, food receptions, and artist talks, which worked very well until March. We quickly had to adapt and think creatively.

We opened an exhibition called Figurations, which is about interpreting the human face and figure while pushing the limits of three-dimensional form. Still, we had to close down the day after. I knew all along that we had to

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more of a digital presence than just the website, so we used a platform to create an online exhibition for Figurations.

I still wanted to keep the camaraderie that we had managed to build between artists. So, every Friday we started having Zoom conversations for one hour. We started just with Objets Trouvés artists, but quickly it went way beyond that.

People started inviting their friends, I started asking some of my international contacts, and very soon, we had over 40 people on the call. It went from artists talking to one another to artists presenting their work.

At that time, I realized that we were creating a community of artists and a community of collectors. We now have artists from the [the country of] Georgia, France, The Netherlands, and Belgium, and we have inquiries from Iceland and other countries. It proves that human connectivity is stronger now than if we had been operating business as usual.

What have you discovered throughout your search for antique art? My background is in art history, so it is always interesting to see how an art piece was created based on the time period.

In every civilization, the artists, the poets, the

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musicians, and the writers interpret where society was at a certain point in history, and it’s very interesting to go back in time and revisit.

I found that in estate sales, a lot of people were discarding unique original art, not knowing what they had. Once I went to an estate sale, and I saw a painting that intrigued me. It was a landscape that had been identified as a Dutch painting, but I knew it was not because of the use of color. I thought it was a 19th century American landscaping, and it seemed to be a George Pearse Ennis, but I wasn’t sure. I bought the painting and took it to an expert to have it cleaned. He was able to find the signature and authenticated it as a real George Pearse Ennis painting. That was my Antique Roadshow moment.

What does art mean to you? It’s wonderful to see the great work of Oklahoma Contemporary and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art and their immense contribution to arts and culture in Oklahoma City. Art is a reflection of the artist’s soul. You can have a blank sheet of paper, a mound of clay, a mound of marble, or whatever the medium might be, and that first line, that first mark, is a reflection of the artist’s soul. That is why I believe artists are some of the bravest

people because it’s hard to expose who you are and how you feel to the rest of the world. Art is about humanity. It’s about the creative spirit that resides in all of us. It just so happens that some people have an extraordinary gift to portray that creativity visually.

What kind of art can we expect to see at Objets Trouvés? The gallery has works of a variety of formats, media, and styles, from classic art to modern and minimalist pieces with impeccable precision. We have art from all over the world.

Art is truly an international language, and I hope that people can experience that when they visit the gallery. My intention is for people to enjoy art, and, if they are thinking about collecting art, for this to be a place where they can start learning and appreciating art; because of that, we have a variety of price points. For those who have experience collecting art, I hope that Objets Trouvés is a place for new discoveries, just like our name.

You can visit Objets Trouvés’ new location at 6504 N Western Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73116

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hings are looking up for luxury travel. After months of cancellations and restrictions due to Covid-19, travel destinations are eagerly re-opening, and people are dreaming of escape. Now is the perfect time to plan both this year’s holiday getaways and 2021 vacations.

The face of travel has changed, but Bentley Travel Design is here to help you navigate it. Whatever your comfort level, we curate your custom itinerary. Want to get away from people completely? We can charter private yachts and villas for your group alone. Craving a beach vacay, but don’t want the hassle of Covid testing? We’ll arrange a Cabo escape with the best amenities. We stay informed about all current travel restrictions

and requirements, so your trips will always run smoothly, with no surprise headaches, and, during your vacation, we’re on-call 24/7 to answer questions or solve any unexpected issues. With VIP amenities and a full-service concierge experience, we take care of everything. You simply pack a suitcase, show up and enjoy.

With an office located in Oklahoma City, Drenda Roberts started Bentley Travel Design with the desire to help people create their favorite travel memories with friends and family.

Below is a list of incredible destinations (with enhanced health and safety measures for your peace of mind) that you can visit right now. Why wait?

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FLORA FARMS

Cabo San Lucas Experience true opulence at the legendary One&Only Palmilla resort, where personalized butler service is just one of the many complimentary amenities. At One&Only, you can relish a decadent hour within the supreme privacy of an individual spa villa, then glide into an ocean-view infinity pool, swim under a waterfall, and sip cold drinks from the swim-up bar.

A short drive away at Flora Farms, enjoy a sumptuous farm-to-table organic dinner, sample a vegetableinfused craft cocktail, take a sunset yoga or cooking class, or simply wander the 25 acres of this idyllic working farm. Inside the beautiful Waldorf-Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, El Farallon restaurant overlooks the Pacific Ocean and boasts an incredible champagne terrace where guests love the “flight of champagne” and salt tastings, and where seafood connoisseurs can savor the fresh catch of the day.

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Riviera Maya One of the top luxury properties in the region, Rosewood Mayakoba is surrounded by verdant jungle and emerald lagoons.

Rosewood’s beachfront, ocean view, lagoon and private suites ensure that the ocean is an unforgettable part of your vacation. Rosewood is also a great option for families, who can take advantage of the Rosewood Explorers program, which offers kids’ menus, activities, and special events like eco-tours and themed nights. When Mom and Dad need a break, they can visit the adults-only cantina, a beachside haven offering sensorial culinary journeys.

Cozy meets opulent at Hotel Esencia, a boutique resort offering barefoot luxury with a focus on culture, comfort, and cuisine. You’ll find utter relaxation at the open-air yoga studio followed by a blissful dip in the serene adults-only pool. Don’t forget to visit the upscale aroma spa and sample the onsite garden fare.

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Turks & Caicos Set on its own private island, COMO Parrot Cay is heaven for divers. After exploring a magical underwater coral city, divers can swim with a richly diverse marine wildlife, including rays, lobsters, turtles, sharks and more.

At Amanyara resort, relax in your own private pool or take a morning swim just steps away from your ocean cove pavilion. For ultra-exclusivity, stay in one of the Amanyara villas. Each villa has its own private chef and host, is nestled on 1.5 acres of private gardens, and incorporates 4-6 individual pavilions surrounding central living and dining areas.

Planning a destination wedding? Look no further than the Shore Club resort. Whether you want a romantic beach wedding, a stunning ceremony at the popular boardwalk venue, or an elegantly private villa affair, the Shore Club has it all.

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“A place to do everything, and nothing,” Hermitage Bay resort is the perfect spot for honeymooners. With no children under 14 permitted at the resort, adults can unwind and revel amid gorgeous ocean views.

If you’re not golfing, sailing, scuba diving or sharing a couples’ massage at the garden spa, then sip champagne on the balcony of your luxury sea view garden suite.

Curtain Bluff resort is a “tale of two beaches...one for surf and one for swim.” At this Utopia for ocean activities, you’ll never forget the sun-drenched days of kayaking, surfing, swimming, water skiing, snorkeling, sailing, and indulgent beach concierge service. Curtain Bluff also features one of the best tennis centers on the islands and is hosting several upcoming tennis events that feature players like Dick Stockton and Annabel Croft.

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LE TOINY

St. Barth's Le Toiny provides luxury resort experiences with an added measure of exclusivity. The brand-new Beach Club and the onsite gourmet restaurant both offer exclusive service for all property guests. Each of Le Toiny’s unique, self-standing villa suites comes with a heated private pool, roomy terrace, and stunning ocean views.

Le Sereno Hotel features large villas with full kitchens, a fitness center with personal trainers, a freshwater pool, delectable dining and more. But Le Sereno’s true draw is its reputation as a premiere kite surfing destination. With lessons, guided tours, equipment rental and even open-ocean surfing, there’s something for everyone--from newest beginner to seasoned pro.

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Africa Africa is warmly welcoming travelers — yes, U.S. travelers, too! East Africa is open: Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda. Bentley Travel Design is partnered with Micato Safaris, the nine-time winner of Travel + Leisure’s award for #1 World’s Best Safari Outfitter. One of our favorite Africa partners, Micato carefully crafts safaris to guide you safely and comfortably through the stunning vista of Africa’s rich and varied wildlife. Along with group safaris, Micato offers completely custom private safaris, so you can have the Africa adventure of your dreams — exactly your way. For a truly magical experience, add on to your safari: gorilla trekking in Rwanda, ballooning over Africa, or exploring Zanzibar, the mystical island of spices. The possibilities are truly endless.

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real estate reimagined STORY BY MICHAEL KINNEY P H OTO G R A P HY BY K E N N O N B RYC E

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visit to the corporate headquarters of Solas Real Estate mesmerizes and delights the senses and immediately begs the question: exactly where am I?

“If you have seen Alice in Wonderland, when you go through the

rabbit hole, you are in a different world,” Chad Khoury said. “But as soon as you step into that world, what was normal and expected is now completely removed, because you are no longer working inside the box you have set up for yourself. You are working in a limitless capacity and nothing is impossible. That was the goal in the design.”

From the moment clients walk through the elevator doors, they are flooded with brightly colored murals, specially designed tiles and white walls. The new office boasts eleven rooms that can be used for individual work, meetings, and private calls.

Along with an amazing view overlooking downtown Oklahoma City, amenities include a putting green on one of the office’s two spacious balconies, a soothing waterfall in the foyer and a meditation room with a floor covered with half a ton of sand. It’s all carefully curated to enhance relaxation and mental health for associates and clients. Walls are covered with paintings and murals from local artists like Chelsea Kilburn and Charlotte Strickland. Khoury could easily be describing an over-the-top

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“WE WANTED TO CREATE A SPACE THAT WAS SYNERGISTIC FOR THE WORK ATMOSPHERE,” KAISER SAID. “THAT IS SO IMPORTANT TO GETTING A CREATIVE PERSPECTIVE AND REFRESHING YOUR THOUGHT PROCESS.

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New York penthouse, the oligarch or scion of business, but the world he’s created is the brand-new offices of Solas Real Estate. Located on the 17th floor of City Place Tower in downtown Oklahoma City, the company is transforming the residential and commercial real estate industry.

“Solas is the company that helps you have a joyful experience,” Khoury said. “Because we are a partner with you. Whether it is your first home… or whether you are an experienced investor. Solas can be as sophisticated as your appetite is. But we are also focused on keeping it simple and efficient.”

Khoury and co-founder Kaci Kaiser launched Solas in 2019, but crafting an office space that spoke to their vision took the better part of another year. Of course, the pandemic slowed progress. The Solas founders, ever the perfectionists, also doubled as the general contractors and oversaw every inch of the design and construction. “[The new office] is going to let people know that our commitment to quality is different than a lot of the other things they are going to see out there, because we obviously have a great attention to detail,” Khoury said. “We spent a lot of time making sure our clients and associates have a good place to work and have a good environment. It’s just going to set the tone from the beginning of what type of company we are.”

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According to Kaiser, Solas was born out of changing needs in

“In Silicon Valley on campuses like Google, Facebook, Amazon,

the real estate industry. While other companies have moved away

Groupon, they all work very hard to make their associates and

from personal relationships to mainly online transactions, they

employees feel like they are not in an office,” Khoury said. “But they

want to develop those connections and educate their clients. “So

still have efficient spaces to work. That was really our goal here—to

creating a space that people can not only be motivated and excited

have something that really doesn’t exist in OKC.”

about,” Kaiser said, “but that also can push them into thinking

One of the core values of Solas is synergy, the creation of a

outside of the box and having other people who are like-minded

whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. Khoury and Kaiser

around them to help them do that is something I think we are really

want their workspace to reflect a collaborative way of working

gunning for in this whole process.”

together as a team.

Khoury said the object is to show clients that Solas represents

“We wanted to create a space that was synergistic for the work

not only luxury, but also something completely different from other

atmosphere,” Kaiser said. “That is so important to getting a creative

real-estate companies. The incredible 17th floor suite will also open

perspective and refreshing your thought process. We wanted to give

up for community events, which was the plan since inception,

people a place to look forward to when going into work.”

hence the 16x20 feet maple wooden ramp built specifically for Solas to put in the middle of the office.

Solas Real Estate

204 N. Robinson Ave. • Ste. #1700 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 tel: 405.438.0000 email: info@solasre.com

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$2,050,000 | 6501 OAK TREE DR One of Edmond’s most impressive, iconic residences can be yours.

$1,149,999 | 6708 OAK VIEW RD Best buy in Oak Tree on 13th fairway.

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$999,900 | 7100 TANGLE VINE DR Your own staycation retreat on 5 acres(mol)!

$799,900 | 3701 SHADY OAKS DR Unsurpassed quality. Treed 2+ Acres with pool.

$799,000 | 5613 OAK TREE RD Unbelievable makeover overlooking the 11th green of Oak Tree National.

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Water views and pool.

$760,000 | 6516 MYSTIC VALLEY Stunning & bright on wooded 1.58(mol) acre!

4 bed, 3 bath, study, & game room all on one floor!

$749,900 | 6700 MYSTIC VALLEY Recently completed transitional style home on heavily wooded 1.81 acre cul-de-sac lot.

$699,900 | 3200 NW 171ST PL Fabulous on the 9th Fairway in Rose Creek!

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NEW HOMES FROM $599,000 A COLLECTION OF THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED CONDOMINIUMS IN THE HEART OF NICHOLS HILLS, GRANDMARK IS MODERN LIVING. CREATE THE LIFE YOU ENVISION IN OUR REIMAGINED AND RENOVATED HOMES.

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UNIT 6433 | LAST REMAINING PENTHOUSE | 4,400 SQ FT 2 BED | 3.5 BATH | 3 LIVING | 2 DINING | WARREN RAMSEY DESIGN

UNIT 6435 | ONE-STORY FLAT | 2,759 SQ FT 2 BED | 3 BATH | STUDY | 2 PRIVATE PATIOS | OUTDOOR KITCHEN UNIT 6413 | ONE-STORY FLAT 2,759 SQ FT 2 BED | 3 BATH | STUDY | OUTDOOR KITCHEN | PRIVATE PUTTING GREEN UNIT 6417 | ONE-STORY FLAT | 2,759 SQ FT 2 BED | 3 BATH | STUDY | DOWNTOWN SKYLINE VIEWS UNIT 6419 | ONE-STORY PENTHOUSE | 4,400 SQ FT 2 BED | 3.5 BATH | STUDY | PRIVATE CITY VIEW BALCONIES UNIT 6421 | ONE-STORY FLAT | 2,355 SQ FT 2 BED | 2 BATH | 2 PATIOS

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Timeless Treasure in the HEART of Nichols Hills.

1204 BELFORD AVE | NICHOLS HILLS $899,995 4 BED | 4 FULL BATH | 3,598 SQ FT CLOSE TO THE PLAZA, AREA PARKS & WALKING TRAILS

Brandon Hart | Hart Home Selling Team 405-990-4569 www.harthomesellingteam.com 5629 N. Classen | OKC, OK

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WELCOME TO FOREST CREEK The natural beauty of Forest Creek Estates will inspire you to dream big. This environmentally friendly, gated community, with its 5-acre lake, 15-acre nature preserve and acreage lots, is designed for people who wish to create a distinctive home.

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“It’s with a heart full of gratitude, that I humbly thank you for letting me serve you during 2020.”

• Over 30 homes sold • 41.9% increase over 2019

Bart A. Terrell Real Estate Professional, REALTOR® Keller Williams Realty Elite M: (405) 517-3377 O: (405) 948-7500 www.bartterrell.com

Photography: Sarah Strunk Styling: Natalie Konan, Eclectic Avenue

For those seeking exceptional urban luxury This four-level Brownstone home is undeniably sublime. From its private elevator, meticulously finished sunwashed rooms and blonde oak floor to its outdoor balcony living spaces and boutique-quality closets. Spacious, grand style makes daily life luxurious and entertaining truly remarkable. Bespoke living at its finest.

Jennifer Kragh 405.274.6767 Jennifer.Kragh@SothebysRealty.com jenniferkragh.sagesir.com

28 NE 3RD STREET, OKLAHOMA CITY 2 BED, 3.2 BATH, 3616 SQ. FT. OFFERED AT $1,100,000

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Memories, relationships, treasures...homes are repositories of the things that matter most.

Jennifer Kragh 405.274.6767 Jennifer.Kragh@SothebysRealty.com jenniferkragh.sagesir.com

Over 100 homes sold since 2017

© MMXX Sotheby’s International Realty Aff iliates LLC. All Rights Reserved. Sotheby’s International Realty Aff iliates LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Off ice is Independently Owned and Operated.

Sotheby’s International Realty and the Sotheby’s International Realty logo are registered (or unregistered) service marks licensed to Sotheby’s International Realty Aff iliates LLC.

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Villa Teresa’s spacious flats and tri-level townhomes, tucked behind the towering oaks and overlooking the city center, redefine life in Midtown — a balanced sanctuary of solace and social. Villa’s contemporary architecture is a modern reflection of the historic neighborhood, an effort to preserve and protect the site’s story. The pitched silhouettes, the meticulous masonry, the metal accent work — each element of design calls back to the ground’s premier Catholic institutional namesake and the surrounding collection of beloved architecture.

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WWW.6100GRAND.COM Classen Curve: 6100 Grand | Nichols Hills 3,600 - 6,000 Sq Ft Luxury Townhomes 6100 Grand reflects the elegance and stature of New York’s Upper East Side townhomes while embracing the vitality of the Nichols Hills/Classen Curve Community.

Jenni Aguilar, Realtor O: 405.437.1648 • C: 405.388.6545 jenni.aguilar@skybridgellc.com

“Creating timeless custom home plans for over 35 years.”

Find us on Instagram @brentgibsondesign @shanerickey @nicolerickeydesigns

415 West 15th Street, Ste. 1 Edmond, OK 73013 405.340.1980 www.brentgibson.com

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Majestic Equestrian addition of Quo Vadis 11200 SORENTINO DR | EDMOND | $3,600,000 MAIN HOUSE - 5 BED | 5.1 BATH | 6,208 SQ FT • GUEST HOUSE - 3 BED | 2 BATH | 2,687 SQ FT • CABANA - 2400+ SQ FT

Majestic country family estate on 18 acres in the gated equestrian addition of Quo Vadis. The estate has 11,000 sq ft of living area in rural Edmond, a top 100 ranked U.S. city. The main home, a 5 bed, 5.5 bath 2 living and dining, office with safe room and inground shelter. The second home perfect to accommodate guests or multigenerational family living is handicap accessible 3 bed, 2 bath with bank vault shelter and safe room. The lodge style cabana with an oversized fireplace and commercial kitchen is the perfect indoor-outdoor entertaining area overlooking the pool and large courtyard with a fire pit. A large insulated barn with 16 ft doors with 4 large Clydesdale size horse stall can house a full size RV with lots of vehicles and equipment. Over 100 oak trees, 2 miles of fenced riding trails, stocked pond, loafing shed. Garden, 3 water wells, and all living areas protected by 2 back up natural gas generators.

DEBRA WILSON Metro First Realty debra@cogentexp.com 405-919-6978 www.11200sorentinodr.com 90 LUXI E R E

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400 D EEP F ORK C I RC L E, A R C A D IA

Discover unrivaled elegance within the scenic landscape of Sugar Hill.

$5,950,000 | 12,020 SQ F T

Ty Burnett Broker Associate, REALTORÂŽ 525 Realty Group 405.641.4624 ty@525realtygroup.com tyburnetthomes.com

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This contemporary luxury estate features a breathtaking main living area with a cathedral ceiling and view that nods to traditional mountain architecture. Then boasts a stunning chef kitchen with oversized marble island, commercial appliances and upscale dining areas. With interior design by Lisa Cazes, each room offers an effortless array of touches and textures for a unique experience. The master suite showcases a see-through fireplace, garden room, celebrity style closets, heated bathroom marble floors and steam shower. A geniously smart Control 4 system provides automation for whole home comfort. Entertaining? THX Certified theatre room. Entertainment suite and bar. Cavernous basement with wine cellar. Resort infinity pool. Any number patios with seamless indoor-outdoor transitions and fire features.

Don’t forget the guest home or cabana with home gym. Walking distance from paved Lake Arcadia trails. With endless detail and style, this is the ULITMATE luxury living experience.

* If you are working with another Broker or property is listed with another Broker, this is not a solicitation. 525 Realty Group LLC does not guarantee the accuracy of square footage, lot size or other information concerning the condition or features of the property provided by the seller or obtained from public records or other sources. The buyer is advised to independently verify the accuracy through appropriate licensed professionals.

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The way we live in the city.

The Bower fulfills the need for urban living and a sense of belonging to a small community. Schedule your tour today.

625 NW 4TH STREET • OKLAHOMA CITY | 32 LUXURY TOWNHOMES AND CONDOS | INFO@THEBOWEROKC.COM Listing Agent: Kara Lewallen | Sage Sotheby’s International Realty | 405-570-2330 LUXI E R E 93

Wilshire Point, in the East Nichols Hills area is the much anticipated LIVE. WORK. PLAY. concept, now underway with gated single family custom homes, modern garden offices, and flex garage lofts all on location.

MODEL HOMES NOW AVAILABLE! 850 N W 72 N D ST | OKL A HOM A C I T Y 3 BED | 4 BAT H | 3 49 0 SQ F T Custom Homes from $250/sqft Custom Offices from $230/sqft Flex Garage Lofts from $130/sqft 94 LUXI E R E

DAV ID B OH ANON JD, DE V E LOP E R- B ROK E R | 4 0 5 . 8 5 0.0 9 87 DB OH ANON@ B L AC KSTO N E CO M .CO M

YOUR FUTURE IS IMPORTANT. Financial Planning / Retirement Planning / Estate Planning Tax Management Strategies / Risk Management / Investments Education Funding / Insurance Services While it’s true that money can’t buy happiness, a sound financial plan for your life can help contribute to your overall confidence and happiness.

At Cameron, we take the time to understand your current financial situation and your objectives. Then we’ll work with you to develop a strategic plan to pursue those goals, while walking beside you all the way.

Visit us at CameronFinancial.us to learn more.

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405.463.7952 | 9012 N. Kelley Ave. | Oklahoma City, OK 73131 | CameronFinancial.us

SECURITIES AND ADVISORY SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH CETERA ADVISORS LLC, MEMBER FINRA/SIPC, A BROKER/DEALER AND REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISOR. CETRA IS UNDER SEPARATE OWNERSHIP FROM ANY OTHER ENTITY. INVESTMENTS IN SECURITIES DO NOT OFFER A FIXED RATE OF RETURN. PRINCIPAL, YIELD AND/OR SHARE PRICE WILL FLUCTUATE WITH CHANGES IN MARKET CONDITIONS AND, WHEN SOLD OR REDEEMED, YOU MAY RECEIVE MORE OR LESS THAN ORIGINALLY INVESTED. NO SYSTEM OR FINANCIAL PLANNING STRATEGY CAN GUARANTEE FUTURE RESULTS.

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Million Dollar Club Top 10% of OKC metro realtors Oklahoma Top 25 Real Estate Agents on Social Media Certified Resort & Second Home Specialist Urban Core Specialist Skilled Renovator/Renovation Expert

Britta Thrift, JD • Advisor 405-821-2313 1138 N Robinson Ave britta.thrift@evrealestate.com brittathrift.evrealestate.com

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NICHOLS HILLS 1303 BEDFORD DRIVE • $3,950,000 4BD | 4.5BA | 6,126 SQ FT Modern NEW construction in the heart of Nichols Hills.

This one-of-a-kind jewel box is absolutely breathtaking with views of the best parks in Nichols Hills, an openconcept layout perfect for entertaining & gorgeous finishes throughout. If you’ve been waiting for that one of a kind home in Oklahoma, look no further!

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Charli Bullard • Engel & Völkers Oklahoma City 1138 N Robinson Ave · Oklahoma City, OK 73103 405-414-6215 · Charli.Bullard@evrealestate.com

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Engel & Völkers and its independent License Partners are Equal Opportunity Employers and fully support the principles of the Fair Housing Act.

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ENGEL & VÖLKERS PORTFOLIO OF FINE HOMES

518 NW 14TH ST 4 BD | 3.1 BA | 4,119 SQFT

Listing by Joy Baresel

| $995,000

SOLD

3204 NW 176th Pl Rose Creek Listing by Amy Stoker

3 bd | 3.1 ba | 2,887 sqft $575,000 +1 405-531-7663

721 NE 21st St Lincoln Terrace Listing by Britta Thrift

3 bd | 2.5 ba | 2,168 sqft $379,000 +1 405-821-2313

345 NE 4th St Oklahoma City Listing by Charli Bullard

2 bd | 3 ba | 3,195 sqft $830,700 +1 405-414-6215

SOLD

813 NW 8th St Midtown Listing by Deanna Cardenas

Amy Stoker 405.531.7663

2 bd | 2.5 ba | 2,050 sqft $550,000 +1 405-209-5335

Britta Thrift 405.821.2313

1301 Glenbrook Ter Nichols Hills Listing by Erica Mataya

Charli Bullard 405.414.6215

4 bd | 4 ba | 3,105 sqft $895,000 +1 405-423-4785

Deanna Cardenas 405.209.5335

Erica Mataya 405.423.4785

2208 Pallante St Oklahoma City Sold by Lisa Hashemi

Joy Baresel 405.826.7465

3 bd | 2.5 ba | 2,590 sqft $509,000 +1 405-503-7522

Lisa Hashemi 405.503.7522

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LUXURY & HISTORIC SPECIALIST 518 NW 14TH ST OKL AHOMA CI T Y $995,000 4 BED • 3.1 BATH • 4,119 SQ FT Listing by Joy Baresel: +1 405-826-7465

25 09 C LER MONT PL O K L AHOMA C IT Y $1,489,000 4 BED • 4.2 BATH • 5,028 SQ FT Listing by Joy Baresel: +1 405-826-7465

4560 S. WE STE RN AV E OKL AHOMA CI T Y $1,350,000 4 BED • 4.1 BATH • 5,168 SQ FT Listing by Joy Baresel: +1 405-826-7465

12 09 L A RC HMONT LN O K L AHOMA C IT Y $1,149,000 5 BED • 4.1 BATH • 4,774 SQ FT Listing by Joy Baresel: +1 405-826-7465 and Lynne Sudderth +1 405-479-9170

4700 S. WE STE RN AV E OKL AHOMA CI T Y $1,190,000 4 BED • 4.2 BATH • 5,100 SQ FT Listing by Joy Baresel: +1 405-826-7465

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COMPETENCE. EXCLUSIVITY. PASSION.

Newsweek N A M E D J O Y B A R E S E L # 2 R E A LT O R T O W O R K WITH IN OKLAHOMA FOR 2020, #1 ENGEL & VÖLKERS LISTING AGENT IN OKLAHOMA FOR 2019

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Joy Baresel • Engel & Völkers Oklahoma City · Follow me on instagram: @joybaresel +1 405-826-7465 · joy.baresel@evrealestate.com · www.joybaresel@evrealestate.com LUXI E R E 99

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PRIVATE OFFICE AND LICENSE PARTNER

Amber Graham 405.234.0179

Chastity Adams 405.823.5250

Jenni Duncan 405.317.6900

REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Matthew Vaughan 405.517.8113

Amy Stoker 405.531.7663

Deanna Cardenas 405.209.5335

Jon Graves 405.640.7124

REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Patti John 405.509.5092

CO-FOUNDER AND REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Sierra Snowden 405.570.6340

Bobbie Franklin 405.881.5000

Derek Davis 405.361.8855

Joy Baresel 405.826.7465

Russ Rupp 405.888.3693

REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Stella Benge 405.204.3628

Britta Thrift 405.821.2313

Erica Mataya 405.423.4785

Kimi Lubert 405.474.1706

Sara Knudsen 405.408.8480

REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Valerie Traynor 310.503.6499

Brooke Russell 405.312.7161

Janna Skiniotes 405.408.5880

Lisa Hashemi 405.503.7522

Sarah Strawn 405.596.8448

REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Verna Shimasaki 405.808.4035

Carlene Rupp 405.471.1480

Jarred Stetson 405.761.8363

Lynne Sudderth 405.479.9170

Scott Kaserman 405.458.0773

Charli Bullard 405.414.6215

Jason Duncan 405.517.0517

Mario Enea 831.214.0252

Sherry Stetson 405.445.9675

REAL ESTATE ADVISOR

Trevor Wolfe 405.990.0547

A SIGN OF QUALIT Y SERVICE AND HOMES. Our sign is a trusted symbol of quality and professionalism. The unique design is used consistently around the world by our advisors in over 30 countries and five continents. Wherever it may be, our sign declares a higher standard in real estate and the assurance of world-class services. What can our sign do for you? Call us to discuss any questions or concerns you have regarding the sale or purchase of a home.

*not pictured: REAL ESTATE ADVISOR - Elizabeth Shoemaker 405.596.8207, REAL ESTATE ADVISOR - Mason Glidewell 832.451.2873 100 LUXI E R E

2021 WILL BE PROLIFIC

Engel & Völkers is proud to now offer two locations serving Midtown OKC and Downtown Edmond.

In this unprecedented time, we have experienced remarkable growth and expansion.

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*Engel and Völkers is in the top 20 out of 641 firms, with only 33 realtors.

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In 18 short months, Engel & Völkers has:

*A third of our realtors are in the top 10% of their production areas. With over 6,000 realtors in the metro, we are elated to see such success.

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Our specialized, professional real estate advisors, paired with an international network, has changed the

landscape of real estate in Oklahoma. If you are looking for a specialized real estate professional, you will find them at Engel & Völkers. Whether it be locally or globally, Engel & Völkers advisors help get you home. *Brokerage ranking is based on MLS cumulative production rankings in 2020.

Oklahoma City • 1138 N Robinson Ave oklahomacity.evrealestate.com • 405.437.4827

Edmond • 102 S Broadway Ave, Suite 100 edmond.evrealestate.com • 405.888.8701

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