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[ LETTER FROM THE EDITOR ] Fashion is a big part of Town & Style. It’s half of our name, after all, and was part of our founding mission four years ago. Right there at the ground floor with us was our style team: the Suzys. That’s what we have affectionately called them from day one, even though everyone else knows them as statuesque, onetime model/stylist Suzy Bacino and photographer extraordinaire Suzy Gorman. Thanks to them, our fashion pages are second to none. So we couldn’t let this issue’s Fall Fashion section come and go without saying a big thank you to Suzy Bacino, who is leaving us to pursue her other interests. Suzy’s fashion sensibilities, dedication and professionalism have ensured Town & Style a respected place on the local fashion scene. Thanks to the Suzys, the T&S fashion team has always had a reputation for creativity and perfectionism. They’re so dedicated to their creative vision for each month’s fashion spread that we have always known better than to change anything on those pages; the way the Suzys shot it, styled it and laid it out needed no improvement. We’ve found a wonderful new style editor to work alongside Suzy Gorman, but Suzy B. will always remain part of the T&S family. And I think I speak for all of us when I say we can never look at shortshorts and cowboy boots without thinking of her. We wish her tons of luck in her continued path as singer/songwriter with the country band Whiskey Morning—you can hear her at Stovall’s Sept. 13 and 14. (Isn’t shameless promotion part of what family does for one another?)

[ town talk ] TOWN NEWS 8 COVER STORY – Friends of the Rural Parish Workers 9 BOOKSHELF – Plaza Readers 10 TALK OF THE TOWNS 12 INSIDER SMALL CHARITIES, BIG IMPACT 14 REACHING OUT – Children With Cancer 15 COVER – Friends of Wings

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FALL FASHION 24 Q&A – John O’Donnell of johnnie-O 24 COVER STORY – Crescent Coast 25 FASHION – Falling for the Blues

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PARTS OF WASHINGTON COUNTY, MO., look like a storybook forest, with flowers blooming everywhere and woodland creatures drinking from a sparkling pond. If you were casually driving by the area, located about 45 minutes southwest of St. Louis County, you’d never guess that unemployment is high and many residents can’t afford food, utilities and other necessities. But more than 70 years ago, LaDonna Hermann stopped her car—and never left. Hermann co-founded the Rural Parish Workers of Christ the King, a group of Catholic women who devote their lives to helping the poor. Based at St. Michael House in Fertile, Mo., they assist more than 3,000 residents annually with basic needs such as food, clothing, medical supplies and shelter, and they partner with area leaders to create solutions for economic problems. Services include a food pantry, self-help work programs, and educational, religious and social activities. “These women are committed to improving the quality of life for these families,” explains Maura Houseworth of Friends of the Rural Parish Workers, an organization dedicated to supporting the nonprofit’s efforts. “They are phenomenal human beings, so kind and loving. They never turn anyone away. If your child is sick and needs a doctor or if you need gas money to get to a job interview, they’re there for you. They restore the dignity and self-respect of everyone they encounter.” The group receives financial assistance from the Archdiocese of St. Louis, but much of its funding comes from the annual Friends of the Rural Parish Workers Luncheon and Fashion Show. This year’s event, co-chaired by Houseworth and Therese Hagemeister, takes place Sept. 26 at The Ritz-Carlton. “We have something for everyone, from fun boutiques you can browse with your friends to fabulous raffle

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items and door prizes donated by high-end local merchants,” Houseworth says. Boutiques open at 10 a.m., followed by cocktails and lunch. The runway show, produced by StLouisInStyle.com and hosted by Guy Phillips and Kathy Ferrara, features the latest fall fashions from Chesterfield Mall and West County Center. Participating stores include Charming Charlie, Francesca’s, H&M, and White House|Black Market at both malls; American Girl, Camille La Vie, Dillard’s, Hot Mama, and Monsoon Children at Chesterfield Mall; and Cache, Gap/Gap Kids, Geranium and The North Face at West County Center. “I’ve been producing this show more than 10 years,” says Sean Phillips, founder of StLouisInStyle and regional marketing director of CBL & Associates Properties, which owns and operates Chesterfield Mall and West County Center. “I’m honored to help support the work of this wonderful organization.” A highlight of this year’s luncheon will be a tribute to Workers co-founder LaDonna Hermann, who died recently at age 96. “I saw her just a few weeks before she passed away, and she was still hard at work,” Houseworth recalls. “She gave us all a hug, and her smile lit up the room. By supporting the community she and the Workers built, we can make sure her spirit lives on.”

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Flower Study, II FRONT: EILEEN HOAGLAND, VIDA ‘SISTER’ PRINCE, SHONNY JOSEPH, JANE WALBRANDT BACK: AMANDA MURPHY, TOBIE LIEBERT, LIONELLE ELSESSER, RUTH SANDLER, GERRY SCHILLER

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ABOUT THE CLUB Stories bring us together, which is perhaps why so many women, seeking an expanded social circle, form book clubs. For a group living in The Plaza in Clayton, it was precisely a desire for a more connected community that led to the founding of the Plaza Readers 10 years ago. Today, the women continue to meet regularly. They come from a variety of backgrounds, which keeps discussions interesting, says member Amanda Murphy. “We’re a diverse population in terms of our experiences and what we like to read, so that makes it rewarding,” she says. Recently, local author Vida Prince was invited to join the Plaza Readers for a discussion of Prince’s That’s the Way It Was: Stories of Struggle, Survival and Self-Respect in Twentieth-Century Black St. Louis. Prince and Murphy met at an annual Women of Achievement meeting, where Murphy spoke about her life’s work providing mental health services to the poor and uninsured through the development of the Amanda L. Murphy Hopewell Center. “When Vida heard me speak, she was impressed with what I said, and I was impressed with her, too,” Murphy says. “Now we’re working together to get her book in all the public libraries.” ABOUT THE BOOK This series of oral histories was compiled by Vida Prince, who has been researching and collecting people’s stories for more than three decades. It gives firsthand accounts of racism and segregation experienced by African-Americans in 20th century St. Louis.

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>> “The individuals sharing their stories are strong, vulnerable and bitingly honest—a difficult and valuable perspective. To survive the evils of segregation with such grace and self-knowledge is a testament to the efforts of loving parents, dedicated teachers and a rich sense of community.” — LIONELLE ELSESSER

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You might want to eat light before visiting Chesterfield and the Taste of St. Louis Sept. 19 through 21, because there will be more to enjoy than you can shake a spatula at. Three days of fun, food and music will CHESTERFIELD

be featured in Chesterfield’s Central Park, with Food Network stars Tyler Florence appearing Friday night and Duff Goldman on Saturday night in Chesterfield Amphitheater. Florence has starred in some of the nuttiest shows anywhere on TV, from The Great Food Truck Race to Food Court Wars. Goldman and his team have baked … well, constructed, imaginative cakes for special events that defy comprehension. One wonders how they survive the trip from oven to destination in the delivery van. Big-name musical entertainment is featured Friday and Saturday nights, the former headlining Big Head Todd & the Monsters (they’re great) and the latter with The Urge (they’re epic!) in the spotlight. Plus, there’s fireworks! Chef battles! Food! Drink! And crowds! Tickets are required for amphitheater shows featuring the Food Network stars and big-name bands, but much of the event—now in its 10th year—is free. We were, however, amused by some of the marketing materials that have ‘amphitheater’ misspelled as ‘amphitehater.’ Once a copy editor, always a copy editor... The TV news story says Dennis Hirsch suffered a heart attack and died while walking in Eureka’s Kircher Park. But he was revived by two bystanders who stayed with him until an ambulance arrived to get him to the ER, where staff stabilized him. In a special ceremony at the hospital, Kircher recently got the chance to acquaint himself with the two men who happened to be at the right place at the right time. Dennis Luther was playing Frisbee golf; Chris Bredahl, a Boy Scout leader, was riding his bicycle. They performed CPR with the help of the 911 dispatcher, and after Hirsch was whisked away, went their separate ways. When each saw the TV news piece about Hirsch wishing to meet the men who saved

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his life, they reconnected with him. Hirsch most likely would have died were it not for the quick response of his saviors. Do they only come out at night? In the case of a costumed robber of a Walgreens on North Kirkwood Road recently, they came out in the wee hours of the morning. Armed robbery is no joke, but a surveillance image from 2:42 a.m. shows one of three male drugstore robbers all dolled up in a laugh-worthy woman’s outfit that he could have assembled from his grandmother’s closet: blue dress (muu muu?), big red purse, shades and a bad wig. One robber led an employee and the manager on duty from register to register, from which he gathered cash, then he ordered the manager and another employee to stay put in an office, and fled. Meanwhile, other employees had called Kirkwood’s finest, who were patrolling the area anyway. The cops made short work of rounding up the knuckleheads after spying the getaway car and stopping it during a short eastbound chase on Manchester Road to Berry. Two of the three were charged. We hope Grandma doesn’t get her duds back after they’re entered into evidence. She could use a new wardrobe. What goes around, comes around. O’Fallon is considering allowing domesticated birds on residential property. Presently, chickens, ducks and geese are permitted only on agricultural land in the city. We surmise that the residential property in question has been zoned as such for less than 50 years. Same probably goes for commercial concerns such as supermarkets, C-stores and fast-food restaurants. So goes progress. Whatevs. Much of O’Fallon today is a town of big houses, some on big pieces of property. Some consists of big houses on smaller tracts. Other municipalities comprised of smaller residences with properties only fractions of an acre have passed ordinances allowing egglaying hens, including Richmond Heights. Communities that are more spread out, like Creve Coeur, also have given wings up to chickens. (‘So, hey, O’Fallon neighbor—you may think my chickens are annoying, but I’m not fond of your barking dogs and I’m allergic to your cats.’) At any rate, my neighbors in south St. Louis have chickens. I hear them every once in awhile. My son and I think they’re amusing. So go, O’Fallon! Let the birds range free … within your fenced yards and wired coops, anyway. Restaurateur and chef Mike Johnson is no shrinking violet. The owner

of Sugarfire Smokehouse in Olivette next month will open a place specializing in his addictive desserts. One has the no-holds-barred name of Crack Pie; just one bite of Sugarfire pastry chef Carolyn Downs’ sugar pie (with caramelized brown sugar) will give diners an idea of why it was named after the notorious street drug. Many people celebrate Johnson’s decor almost as much as his recipes: Sugarfire Smokehouse has a fun and funky feel. Sugarfire Pie, to open two doors down in the shopping plaza, at 9200 Olive Blvd., will celebrate the ambience of a bakery from the 1950s. You won’t be able to buy a slice of pie for a nickel, of course, but you should still get your money’s worth from the pies and other desserts cooked up by Downs (also of Cyrano’s fame), not to mention the soft-serve frozen custard the restaurant will offer. We’re sure you’ve seen announcements for the ‘first annual’ this or that event, which (alas) never makes a second appearance. Technically, something can’t be called ‘annual’ unless it’s the third time it has reoccurred (in a row), and the Dogtown Street Musicians Festival has hit the magical mark of five straight years. The fifth annual festival is slated for Saturday, Sept. 20, at the corner of Clayton and Tamm avenues in the popular Dogtown neighborhood. Although this neighborhood is known for its raucous St. Patrick’s Day parades, this event is designed to encourage the crowd to get up-close and listen to upward of 30 all-acoustic acts that set up on the sidewalks. Dogtown Historical Society is behind the happening, and all tips go to the respective performers, which have ranged from combos to solo hammereddulcimer players. Musicians will perform from noon to 7 p.m., and admission is free. Some folks can never get ready too early for the holidays. They’re hard-core, buying gifts on sale this year to put under the tree next year, and saving all the boxes from years past to reuse. And some start baking way before the frost is on the pumpkin. (We’re not talking about fruitcake. People may have been regifting the same one their great-grandmother concocted during the Eisenhower era.) So, we wanted to let you know plenty early about a holiday event put on by our area’s Greek Orthodox community. Ladies and gentlemen, start your salivary glands: St. Nicholas Family Life Center in Town & Country will prepare favorite Greek delicacies both for the true aficionado and the simply curious on Saturday, Nov. 8, to enjoy or take home to put in the freezer for the holidays. We’re talking about baklava,

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spanakopita, pastitsio—plus any number of other Greek delicacies, pastries and cookies—prepared by the women who make all the food for the Greek Festival every Labor Day weekend in the CWE. So if you missed that, don’t miss this. Guests may also shop at a variety of local holiday boutiques. All proceeds from the annual Grecian Kitchen Holiday Open House will help fund the work of local and national charities supported by St. Nicholas Philoptochos. Opa! It’s been called the ‘electric beach,’ but now tanning beds for teens in Webster Groves, and everywhere else in the state, are off-limits unless the youth have parental permission. (In this context, ‘teens’ are younger than 17.) Experts say minors comprise more than half of the people who use tanning beds, and they hope the new law will have a chilling effect on teenagers and the salons that would tan them. What price for turning a teen’s skin golden-brown? Salons would be subject to a $100 fine for the first offense, and $500 for subsequent violations. The law puts the onus on parents, as well. They’d have to sign a one-year release to the salon for their kids to tan. What’s the big deal? The big ‘C,’ of course. Studies have shown that early exposure to UV rays increases the risk of cancer later in life.

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8/24 T.J. Moe @TJMoe28 Don’t look now but the @Cardinals are only a half game out of the division lead with 34 games left.

A glimpse at what’s going on around St. Louis and beyond.

For the second year in a row, Ladue Horton

Watkins has been named the top high school in Missouri by

The Daily Beast, an online news outlet reaching more than 17 million readers per month. The school ranked seventh in the Midwest and 63rd in the country, rising from 166 last year. Schools were ranked on six components: graduation rate, college acceptance rate, AP course enrollments, test participation and results, and SAT/ACT scores. Approximately 1,200 schools nationwide participated.

8/31 Spanky @Spankypianoman Headed to Big Muddy Blues Fest downtown St. Louis to play keys for Big Mike Aguirre. 7pm we hit the Lucas stage! #stl

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Noted writer JEANETTE WINTERSON, author of Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit, Sexing the Cherry, Written on the Body and other ground-breaking novels, will receive the 2014 St. Louis Literary Award Sept. 23 at Saint Louis University, presented by SLU Library Associates. She’s in good company: previous winners include Eudora Welty, Tennessee Williams, Saul Bellow, Joyce Carol Oates and Edward Albee. The free event, preceded by a book signing, takes place in the Anheuser-Busch Auditorium at SLU’s John and Lucy Cook Hall.

MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM HAS RECEIVED AN OVERALL RATING OF 95.33 (ON A 100-POINT SCALE) FROM CHARITY NAVIGATOR, the nation’s largest independent evaluator of nonprofit organizations and charities. The museum ranked higher than similar nonprofits across the country, including the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, the National World War II Museum and the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation. The rating system examines an organization’s financial health, accountability and transparency.

8/30 Nick Barrale @nickipedia7 St Louis Greek festival or Japanese festival?? Decisions decisions.... 8/29 Kevin Blair @KBlairSTL Seamus McDaniels and Ted Drewes with @rl_jonesy. Now that’s a date night. #marriedlife 9/2 MO Botanical Garden @mobotgarden Thank you to the visitors, staff, volunteers, vendors and participants who made our 2014 Japanese Festival such a fun weekend! 8/14 TJ Oshie @OSH74 Lost my true #1 fan on Monday morning. Grandma Oshie will be sorely missed by all the lives she touched. #RIPSnams 9/2 SLU LAW Admissions @SLULAWAdmits I am so excited to be back in the office and seeing our students’ smiling faces @SLULAW today! Stop by and say hello! -Alice

Philanthropists DAVID AND THELMA STEWARD recently donated

$500,000 to Care and Counseling, a

nonprofit mental health organization that offers services at affordable rates throughout the St. Louis area. The gift, which will fund the Thelma and David Steward Clergy and Congregational Care Program, is a tribute to Rev. Dale R. Kuhn, Care and Counseling’s recently retired director. Steward is board chair and co-founder of World Wide Technology Inc.

DEREK BLASSBERG AND KARLIE KLOSS

Two glamorous native St. Louisans, SUPERMODEL KARLIE KLOSS AND HARPER’S BAZAAR EDITOR-AT-LARGE DEREK BLASSBERG, will receive Saint Louis Fashion Fund awards Oct. 17 at the first SLFF gala dinner. Kloss and Blassberg are being honored for their contributions to the fashion world. Tickets for the event, held at Union Station, are $500 per person. SLFF is a nonprofit that supports local emerging designers and Saint Louis Fashion Week. For more information, visit stlfw.com.

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No one wants a child to endure the pain and suffering of a disease like cancer. But for those who face the difficult journey, numerous local organizations provide support services and assistance to children and their families. September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, just one more reason to help those in need. by karyn meyer

This organization helps kids with cancer be kids by providing educational, emotional and recreational support to children and their families dealing with isolation, long hours of chemotherapy and other setbacks from the illness.

TO HELP: + Come into our office to help. + Run errands. + Make deliveries to treatment centers. + Volunteer at fundraising events, which can include

registration or auction check out, silent auction assistance, set up/cleanup, food/bartenders and table runners for trivia night. + Help with family parties held annually, which can include set up/cleanup, running booths for various activities and serving food.

VOLUNTEER CONTACT:

Brandy Bimslager | 314-275-7440 | friendsofkids.com

friends of wings //

The nonprofit provides clinical, emotional, spiritual, social and practical support and services to children, newborn through 21 years, who have progressive, lifelimiting or life-threatening illnesses or conditions, regardless of their ability to pay.

ronald mcdonald house charities of st. louis // The nonprofit provides a ‘home-away-from-home’ to families of seriously ill children and supports organizations that serve the needs of children.

TO HELP: + Donate cleaning supplies for the three Ronald

McDonald houses. + Donate individually packaged snack items like cookies, crackers and granola bars for the Ronald McDonald Family Rooms inside local hospitals. + Prepare dinner and breakfast for the Family Dinner Program. + Volunteer at one of the houses (open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year) or Family Rooms (open 12 hours a day, 365 days a year). + Help with special events, fundraisers or service projects. + Host a fundraiser like ‘Denim Days’ at work or a neighborhood bake sale through the Caring Partners Program. + Donate aluminum beverage can tab tops to help support operations.

VOLUNTEER CONTACT:

314-932-4132 | rmhcstl.com

TO HELP: + Join committee to volunteer for various events. + Plan a party for the Joyful Celebrations program, which recognizes a milestone or birthday of a Wings patient with decorations, gifts and treats.

VOLUNTEER CONTACT:

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friends of kids with cancer //

Alicia Allen | 953-1662 | alicia@friendsofwings.org

[ organizations benefiting children with cancer ] +CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK OF GREATER ST. LOUIS | cmn-stl.org

The nonprofit funds equipment and facility improvements and patient programs, as well as provides care for those who can’t afford it. All funds stay local.

+SSM CARDINAL GLENNON CHILDREN’S MEDICAL CENTER

cardinalglennon.com At the Bob Costas Cancer Center, doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals are dedicated to providing the best in medical care for children and their families, along with services to help throughout the course of treatment.

+ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL | stlouischildrens.org

The hospital’s pediatric hematology/oncology program is the largest comprehensive one for children with blood diseases or cancer in the region. The Hale Irwin Center for Pediatric Hematology/Oncology offers a comfortable environment for patients and their families to receive specialized care.

+CJ’S JOURNEY FOUNDATION | cjsjourney.org

Created in the memory of CJ Aubuchon, who lost his battle to cancer in 2009, the foundation raises money for childhood cancer research, supports other organizations that provide funding and support, and raises awareness for the cause.

LIST MAY NOT INCLUDE EVERY GROUP THAT HELPS CHILDREN WITH CANCER. IF YOU KNOW A CHARITY WE SHOULD SPOTLIGHT, E-MAIL US AT REACHINGOUT@TOWNANDSTYLE.COM OR CONNECT WITH US ON FACEBOOK.

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FRIENDS OF] WINGS

by tony di martino

BUTTERFLIES SIGNIFY HOPE AND RENEWAL. That’s why they’re the perfect symbol for Wings, BJC’s pediatric hospice and palliative care program for children and youth with life-limiting illnesses. “Wings focuses on the clinical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the entire family, regardless of their ability to pay, as well as on the needs of the community,” explains Joan Thompson of Friends of Wings, a group that raises funds for Wings. “Our bereavement specialists are there every step of the way, up to two years after a child’s death. It’s the only program of its kind in the region.” In addition to comprehensive hospice and respite services, Wings provides programs that help people deal with their emotions following the death of a beloved child, sibling or classmate. Services include camps for kids; retreats for parents; expressive therapy programs that incorporate the arts; Joyful Celebrations, which helps patients recognize birthdays and other special occasions with family and friends; and Wings on Wheels, a mobile expressive therapy unit for kids, families and communities touched by illness and loss. “Wings helps people express their grief in a healthy way, by honoring their loved ones and celebrating their lives,” Thompson says. There is no charge for these services, and programs aren’t limited to BJC patients, Thompson adds. “Friends of Wings has raised more than $5 million since 2001, and we also rely on corporate and individual donors,” she notes. The Social Butterfly Bash, a fundraiser presented by Friends of Wings in partnership with Evntiv, Neiman Marcus and Koman Properties, takes place Oct. 18 at St. Louis City Hall. Nicole DiMartini and Stephanie Schnuck, who chaired last year’s Bash, will be honored that evening for their fundraising efforts. “Our theme is ‘party like a celebrity,’ and we’re going all-out to make each and every Wings supporter feel like a star,” Thompson says. All guests will enjoy dancing, cocktails, specialties prepared by top local chefs, and the opportunity to bid on ‘celebrity experience’ packages featuring luxury items or services and an autographed Social Butterfly sculpture. “Each unique, 7-inch-high butterfly sculpture is autographed by a celebrity, including Katy Perry, Stephen Colbert, Jimmie Kimmel, Nelly, Darius Rucker, and former Rams player Isaac Bruce,” Thompson explains. Celebrity impersonators from Las Vegas will pay tribute to Cher, Tina Turner and other icons. A lip reader, body artist and fashion sketch artist will be on hand to amuse partygoers. Guests at a higher ticket level will have unlimited access to VIP lounges. The Diva Bubble Lounge for women features makeup artists, hair stylists, champagne and other treats. The Whiskey Lounge is a deluxe man cave with hearty drinks, hand-rolled cigars and a gaming table. Guests at the highest ticket level also are eligible to win a luxurious indulgence from Neiman Marcus. “Wings helps so many families,” Thompson says. “The Social Butterfly Bash gives our supporters a chance to channel their inner celebrity. It’s a fun-filled night they’ll never forget.”

SOCIAL BUTTERFLY BASH, BENEFITING BJC’S WINGS PEDIATRIC HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE PROGRAM, TAKES PLACE OCT. 18 AT ST. LOUIS CITY HALL. TICKETS START AT $100, WITH VIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.953.1662 OR VISIT FRIENDSOFWINGS.ORG. COVER DESIGN BY JON FOGEL | COVER COURTESY OF WINGS

Walk. Eat. Golf. Go Orange For Circle is Circle Of Concern’s September campaign of events to raise awareness of hunger in west St. Louis County. Visit circleofconcern.org to see how you can join us to help our hungry neighbors.

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1 TRAILNET

Join us for our annual fundraising event, Ped-A-Palooza: The Art of Living, Oct. 17 at Randall Gallery. Enjoy a fun night with great food, music, dancing and a silent auction. 314.436.1324 | trailnet.org

PICTURED: KATRINA PON AND AARON HUGHES AT 2013 PED-A-PALOOZA

A great place to find regional artwork and gifts for your home or office. 21 North Gore | Webster Groves 63119 | 314-402-1959 | GreenDoorArtGallery.com

2 CIRCLE OF CONCERN

Check out Go Orange For Circle, Circle Of Concern’s September campaign of activities to raise awareness about hunger in West County. 112 St. Louis Ave. | 636.861.2623 | circleofconcern.org

3 UPPER END PROPERTIES- LIZ RAINEY

Upper End Properties proudly supports the Alan Green 4 Chesed Fund. The seventh annual AG 4 Chesed Golf Benefit Tournament is Sept. 12 at Pevely Farms Golf Course. 200 S. Hanley Road, Ste.1040 | 314.932.5646 | ag4chesed.org

4 THE SOCIETY FOR MIDWEST METALSMITHS

SMM’s annual Hot Metal jewelry show and sale focuses exclusively on jewelry, with about 25 artisans under one roof at The Ethical Society. Admission is free; 3-8 p.m. Oct. 10 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct 11. The Ethical Society, 9001 Clayton Road, Lower Level | 314.821.5060 midwest-metalsmiths.org

5 EDG-CLIF FARMS & VINEYARD

Edg-Clif Farms and Vineyard is participating in Harvest weekend events with YMCA of the Ozarks Sept. 12-14 and 19-21. Proceeds will help support the strong communities programs devoted to families with special needs children and youth camps for children with special needs to ensure that no one, of any age, race, gender or ability, will ever be turned away from a YMCA program.

Trailnet’s 2nd Annual Fun(d)raising Event

10035 Edg-Clif Drive, Potosi, Mo. | 573.438.4741 | edg-clif.com PICTURED: CYNDY KEESEE AND STEFFIE LITTLEFIELD

Come celebrate Trailnet’s work and honor outgoing CEO, Ann Rivers Mack.

6 THE MAGIC HOUSE, ST. LOUIS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 13, enjoy a fun-filled day down on the farm at the Fall Farm Festival. Meet real farmers, and see farm animals and tractors.

Join us for an evening of cocktails, good food, raffles, music, dancing, and an auction featuring items related to active living.

516 S. Kirkwood Road | 314.822.8900 | magichouse.org

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Visit www.laumeier.org for tickets!

Entertainment

Carts & Cocktails

is a progressive party as unique as Laumeier itself! Cruise through the Park in golf carts and become part of the artwork while experiencing Laumeier in a whole new way!

7 FRIENDS OF WINGS

Tickets are on sale now for the Big Bear Brunch on Saturday, Dec. 6, held at a new location, the Frontenac Hilton. Don’t miss out on this annual tradition. 314.953.1662 | friendsofwings.org

8 THE NEXT STEP

The Next Step awarded more than $121,000 in college scholarships for 2014-2015. Our Fall Dinner Auction will be held Oct. 24 at Missouri Athletic Club’s historic downtown location. 314.719.2880 | thenextstepstl.org

9 DIELMANN SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to participate in Pedal the Cause Bike Challenge Sept. 28. Our team is affectionately named Robb’s Riders in honor of our friend and associate, Dave Robb. To donate, visit pedalthecause.org.

Event proceeds support Laumeier’s exhibition, education and art conservation programs.

8301 Maryland Ave., Ste. 100 | 314.725.0009 dielmannsothebysrealty.com

Tickets $175 (Members $125)

Saturday 6-10pm

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As part of the American Arts Experience-St. Louis 2014, Laumeier Sculpture Park will host two performaces of Laune: A Dance Performace at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Oct 4. Choreography is by the 2015 Kranzberg Exhibition Series artist Ashley McQueen. 12580 Rott Road | 314.615.5278 | laumeier.org

We help people in recovery take the next step in improving their lives.

Fall Dinner Auction Friday, October 24 Missouri Athletic Club Historic Downtown location

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We awarded over $121,000 in college scholarships to 51 individuals for the 2014/15 school year. All funds stay local and go towards tuition and books.

TheNextStepSTL.org PRESENTING SPONSOR

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COVENANT PLACE

HAPPENINGS byamber peterson

Covenant Place, a community for seniors, was honored by the Saint Louis Planned Giving Council with the Nonprofit Award at the 2014 Saint Louis Legacy Awards presentation. PICTURED: JOAN DENISON AND ALAN WITTE

ST. LOUIS RAMS & ST. PATRICK CENTER

Rams defensive end Kendall Langford rallied his troops for a round of paintball with the team during a fundraiser for St. Patrick Center. The round-robin tournament, held at Gateway Paintball Park, attracted paintball enthusiasts and supporters of the nonprofit.

THE REGIONAL BUSINESS COUNCIL

The Regional Business Council recently hosted its Young Professionals Network Leadership 100 Dinner, attended by 100 rising leaders in top companies and the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most influential corporate and civic leaders.

MYRTLE HILLIARD DAVIS COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CENTER

CANNONDESIGN ST. LOUIS

The CannonDesign team that worked on the St. Louis Library redesign recently accepted a coveted 2014 AIA Institute Honor Award in Chicago, the highest national award in the field of architecture.

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Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Center hosted its first Gospel Brunch Celebration. The fundraising event featured lively gospel musicians from across the St. Louis area. Proceeds went toward providing health care to uninsured St. Louisans. PICTURED: ANGELA CLABON, ALVIN DUNHAM AND GREGORY STEVENSON

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SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY

Golf pros, business professionals and community leaders helped Saint Louis Crisis Nursery raise $93,000 to protect vulnerable children from abuse and neglect at its 20th Annual Charity Golf Classic.

HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI

MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB

The North American Association of Club Athletic Directors honored Jeff Tuhro of the Missouri Athletic Club as Athletic Director of the Year.

Nearly 400 guests enjoyed signature cocktails, bites from some of St. Louis’ best restaurants, and an exciting purse and shoe raffle at the Humane Society of Missouri’s ninth annual Purses & Pumps for Pooches & Pals. More than $70,000 was raised for the Animal Cruelty Fund, dedicated to investigating, healing and preventing animal abuse and neglect. PICTURED: JUDY GRUENDER, CHRISTINA SPILLMAN AND HARIKA FAVA

THE LINKS

Friends and family joined the St. Louis chapter of The Links, a women’s service organization, at its first Celebration of Mothers Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton. Five women were honored for their outstanding contributions to the St. Louis community.

JIM BUTLER CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC

PICTURED: DR. PATRICIA WOLFF AND ARLENE MOORE ROSS

More than 220 golfers played on two 18-hole courses at the Country Club of St. Albans and participated in a silent auction benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis. The event raised close to $250,000, and since the annual event began 14 years ago, more than $2.25 million has been raised. PICTURED: JOHN HALL, LARRY PARRES, MIKE BROWN AND JOHN MEARA

Welcome, Michael Wilhelm We are pleased to welcome Michael Wilhelm to Wells Fargo Advisors. Michael will be joining us in our Clayton office.

8112 Maryland Avenue Suite 500 Clayton, MO 63105 314-726-5050 Wells Fargo Advisors – Investments | Planning | Retirement M i c h a e l Wi l h e l m S e n i o r Vi c e P r e s i d e n t – I n ve s t m e n t s Investment and Insurance Products: u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value ©2014 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. [94917-v1] 0814-05754

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[SNAPPED!] MERCY HEALTH FOUNDATION

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WHAT | Golf Tournament Dinner & Auction WHERE | The Ritz-Carlton WHY | To celebrate the 11th annual Benefit for Mercy Kids, hosted

by Mercy Health Foundation. The weeklong event raised more than $1 million for programs and services at Mercy Children’s Hospital. WHO | Event co-chairs John Mozeliak and Greg Twardowski welcomed guests, along with Mercy Hospital president Jeff Johnston. HIGHLIGHTS | Honorary chair Chris Carpenter of the St. Louis Cardinals mingled with golfers during the July 21 tournament held at Whitmoor Country Club.

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MAKE-A-WISH MISSOURI by margaret rambo WHAT | Cardinals Wives for Wishes WHERE | Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar WHY | To raise funds to grant wishes to medically challenged

children

WHO | Committee and chairs John and Annie Gatewood, Nikki Jay, Wish Kid recipients, and Cardinal players and their amazing wives who have raised more than $500,000 in the past three years to grant 100 wishes HIGHLIGHTS | Appearances of four Wish Kids who visited Disney World, Atlantis, Jungle Island and traveled with the Cardinals; Cardinals players, auctions with Peter Vaccaro, PianiOke and a delectable buffet 6|

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WHAT | La Traviata WHERE | Union Avenue Opera WHY | To celebrate the unique role this opera company has played

over the last 20 years WHO | Artistic director, conductor and board executive VP Scott Schoonover and board president Jack Swanson, who greeted and thanked guests HIGHLIGHTS | A rousing performance of La Traviata, performed in Italian and presented by Raymond James

QUEEN OF PEACE CENTER

by bill barrett

WHAT | The Queen Of Peace Center’s 27th Annual Invitational Golf Tournament WHERE | Norwood Hills Country Club WHY | A fundraiser to help support women, children and families work through the struggles associated with addiction, mental health disorders and homelessness WHO | Co-chairs LaVerne Lorenzini and Tom Zatkulak, executive director Lara Pennington HIGHLIGHTS | Golf tournament, cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions

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FALL FASHION PREVIEW [ SPECIAL SECTION

Coastal-inspired casual apparel and accessories for the whole family

CONVERSATION

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JOHN O’DONNELL BY STEPHANIE ZEILENGA

John O’Donnell, founder of the popular clothing line johnnie-O, was born in St. Louis, and raised in Chicago. After moving to the West Coast to attend college at UCLA, he was inspired to combine the preppy style from his youth with the laid-back, surfer aesthetic of California. That was 2005. Today, johnnie-O, which can be found locally at Crescent Coast, Mister Guy Men’s and Women’s, Fun in the Sun and Dandelions, is a favorite among both celebrities and athletes, including Adrian Grenier of Entourage and athletes Pete Sampras and Drew Brees. O’Donnell will be in St. Louis Sept. 19 for a party in his honor at Crescent Coast.

JOHN O’DONNELL, FOUNDER OF JOHNNIE-O, A POPULAR CLOTHING LINE AT CRESCENT COAST PHOTO COURTESY OF JOHNNIE-O

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T&S: How deep are your St. Louis roots?

JO: My grandparents are from St. Louis and my parents were born and raised in St. Louis, so I’ve got a rich history of ancestors from the city. There are seven kids in my family [including actor Chris O’Donnell], and the first five were born in St. Louis—I was the last—before we moved to Chicago. We’d return to St. Louis every Thanksgiving to visit relatives, and I still get back to this day.

T&S: What do you attribute to the brand’s success?

JO: There is an appetite for a brand like johnnie-O that marries East Coast/Midwest with southern California surf culture. I have had a lot of support from family and friends. I introduced it to the right people and right consumers, and I got the brand into strategic shops.

T&S: The brand describes its aesthetic as West Coast prep. Why does this appeal to consumers?

JO: The preppier guys can stay in their comfort zone because the garments are versions of clothing they’re familiar with. But the way we package it and our logo and hangtag give it a slightly different feeling, so they get that surfer vibe without having to put on a big floral shirt. And for people in the surfing community, it gives them the opportunity to dress it up more than usual. Everyone stays within their comfort level and gets a taste of both worlds.

T&S: Anything new on the horizon for johnnie-O?

JO: We’ve got a lot of new products and product categories coming. Everything from men’s and boys’ pants to a new swim category, sweaters, new colors and new performance hybrid shorts.

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POOLS ARE CLOSED, SCHOOL’S BACK IN SESSION and the nights are growing cooler. But that doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to the casual coastal style of summer. Local boutique Crescent Coast, which opened in February, is introducing plenty of new items to get fashionable St. Louisans through another Midwest winter. “My main lines, which are Southern Tide, johnnie-O, Calypso St. Barth and Velvet, all carry pieces that change with the seasons,” says store owner Terry Warner. The store’s cold-season offerings include pants for men, women and children from Joe’s Jeans and DL1961; dress shirts and blazers from Stone Rose, which uses Italian fabrics; and a line of cashmere sweaters from Calypso St. Barth. “We’ll also be carrying fabulous faux and real fur vests, beautiful cashmere dusters and cardigans, soft sweaters, flowy blouses, leggings paired with comfortable dresses, and Lucky boots and booties,” Warner says. Although sweaters, dresses and vests might not immediately evoke thoughts of the beach, Warner is quick to point out that there are plenty of oceanfront locales with varying climates. Many of the store’s brands hail from California, and some resort lines, such as Calypso St. Barth, offer seasonal clothing. “The colors, fabric weights and styles change with the seasons,” Warner says. “And a coastal/beachy vibe is more a frame of mind: casual and comfortable.” Coats, predicted to be a hot item this year, will be available soon at the boutique. Shoppers can expect a big announcement from Crescent Coast in February 2015, Warner says. “We’ll be adding a popular and established outerwear and apparel brand that will include lightweight, insulated jackets and beautiful raincoats,” she notes. For St. Louisans jetting off to warmer climates in the winter months, Crescent Coast will remain a shopping destination; it offers new lines of swimwear from Nanette Lepore, Gypsy and Strong Bolt. “I plan to keep a section of the boutique dedicated to men’s and women’s resort wear,” Warner says. At less than a year old, Crescent Coast already has earned a loyal following, even winning St. Louis Magazine’s A-List Award for resort wear, Warner says. “If you’re truly passionate about what you do or offer, that enthusiasm becomes contagious,” she says. The boutique will host a party Sept. 19 in honor of johnnie-O, one of the store’s main brands, which was founded by native St. Louisan John O’Donnell. “Johnnie-O was the first brand to commit to the boutique, so the event is a thank you party to celebrate opening our doors,” Warner says. O’Donnell will be there to personally meet fans of the brand, and of Crescent Coast. “They invited us to come out for the party, and their customers appear to be a good match for johnnie-O,” O’Donnell says. “It sounds like our kind of people are hanging out at Crescent Coast!” PICTURED: TERRY WARNER, HER SONS COLE AND CHASE, AND HUSBAND PAUL. CRESCENT COAST, LOCATED AT 169 CARONDELET PLAZA, OFFERS COASTAL-INSPIRED CASUAL APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES FOR ALL AGES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 314.726.7979 OR VISIT CRESCENTCOASTSTL.COM. COVER DESIGN BY JON FOGEL | COVER PHOTO BY BILL BARRETT

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[T&S] PICKS FASHION & BEAUTY 1 | FUN IN THE SUN SPORTS

A year-round player in the wardrobe game, this quarter-zip pullover by johnnie-O is a utility piece that works just as well under your winter gear as it does paired with board shorts. $98 121 N. Kirkwood Road 314.821.0583 | funsunsports.com

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2 | SIGN OF THE ARROW

A new collection from local artist Abby Keough is available at Sign of the Arrow. Her pieces use semi-precious stones and pearls; we carry the bracelets and necklaces. 9814 Clayton Road 314.994.0606 | signofthearrow.com

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3 | EYE CARE ASSOCIATES OF ST. LOUIS Add a pop of color and sophisticated style to your fall wardrobe. Glacée eyewear is known for its innovative designs and creative use of color. No. 15 The Boulevard | 11611 Gravois Road 314.863.4200 | eyecarestl.com

4 | WEST COUNTY PLASTIC SURGEONS OF WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University now offers CoolSculpting®, which eliminates stubborn fat with no needles, no anesthesia and no down time. 1040 N. Mason Road, Ste. 124 314.996.8800 westcountyplasticsurgeons.wustl.edu

5 | CLEANSPA

Polish off your fall wardrobe at CleanSpa. Exclusive Deborah Lippmann products, 28 pampering pedicures and impeccable cleanliness make CleanSpa a retreat for your feet. 17201 Chesterfield Airport Road 314.880.0777 | cleanspa.com

6 | MISTER GUY WOMEN’S

Join us at the European Event: Fall Edition Sept. 18-20, when we welcome the designers of Algo for a phenomenal trunk show experience. True Swiss luxury in custom clothing. 9817 Clayton Road 314.991.5262 | misterguyclothiers.com

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7 | LAURIE SOLET

Get your cozy on with Rails ‘Hunter’ tops, $130, Laurie Solet. 18 The Boulevard 314.727.7467 | lauriesolet.com

A great addition to your casual fall wardrobe in styles for both guys and gals.

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Lysee is fashion you feel great in: perfect fit, perfect comfort and with a back-beautiful lining for a smooth silhouette. 151 W. Jefferson Ave. 314.821.4646 | gingerandmaryannboutique.

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Transition into Fall with the Brooks Brothers Medium Pebble Calfskin Dome Satchel, the perfect accessory for the work week or a fall weekend. $298 35 West County Center 314.965.1113 | brooksbrothers.com

11 | AESTHETIC MEDISPA OF WEST COUNTY

Voluma XC is a hyaluronic acid dermal filler that can provide a more youthful facial contour. Minimally invasive, it generally requires little downtime. Free consultations to determine patient needs. 12990 Manchester Road, Ste. 101/102 | 314.567.3567 eyelidmd.com | medispastlouis.com

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13 | MIDAMERICA SKIN HEALTH & VITALITY CENTER

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Make a fashion statement with multicolored diamante stone-studded earrings arranged beautifully with white pearl center. Wear alone or with a matching necklace. 1173 Colonnade Center 314.822.0301

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Stand out with 18kt. gold, natural multi color diamond earrings by Sethi Couture. 14442 Clayton Road 636.227.7225 | novakjewelers.com

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Paired with skinny jeans or leggings and finished with booties, an oversized sweater by Calypso St. Barth is sure to be on-trend this season. Celebrate the arrival of the brand’s fall collection at a Champagne toast Sept. 26 and 27. 169 Carondelet Plaza 314.726.7979 | crescentcoaststl.com

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OVER THE YEARS, WEST COUNTY CENTER has continually added the kinds

of stores its upscale shoppers are looking for. West Countians know style, says Justine Robinson, the center’s marketing specialist, and that has resulted in ever more popular and stylish storefronts. Parent company CBL & Associates Properties is focused closely on reading its clientele and delivering the kinds of stores people are looking for, Robinson says. Recent additions at the mall illustrate that point, she says. Like the ever-popular and ageless Banana Republic, which sees customers from their teens all the way up to trendy seniors, and Gap and Gap Kids. “We always try to stay with the pulse of the shopper,” Robinson says. “We want to make sure the retailers in our center are the ones who provide the most fashionable merchandise and runway trends.” That is accomplished, in part, by closely monitoring sales and evaluating tenants, she reports. Consumer feedback, which is welcome and even solicited, is very important, Robinson says, which is why customers can share their thoughts at the service center, on Facebook and Twitter. Another new retailer, Altar’d State, just opened this month, placing its second St. Louis location in West County Center. The shop specializes in comfortable, ontrend clothing and accessories while promoting civic involvement and charitable causes. And there are exciting changes at some of the center’s most popular stores. Nordstrom is undergoing a big remodel of its second level and will celebrate its completion in October with the launch of TopShop, a line favored by celebrities and fashionistas alike. The highly popular British line offers trendy clothing at popular prices and is exclusive in St. Louis to Nordstrom. Also on trend is The Limited’s new Scandal line, the launch of which will correlate with the season premiere of the hit TV series. “The show’s main character, Olivia Pope, defines herself as a gladiator,” Robinson says. “This line was designed to encourage women to pursue their passions and look good while doing it.” Francesca’s, the boutique-y accessories and clothing shop, recently established an exclusive relationship with Project Runway: Under the Gunn designer Oscar GarciaLopez. “His line, which features dresses and accessories, is exactly the type of product

that defines our customer,” Robinson says. “The store gets new items from the line in periodically, and they sell out almost immediately.” CBL & Associates Properties prides itself on some of the retailers it has attracted exclusively to West County Center, including The North Face, James Avery and XXI. It is also proud to promote several locally owned businesses, Robinson says, like Geranium and the popular children’s salon and spa, Sweet & Sassy. “Shopping ‘small’ is a great concept, and we love helping small businesses that make our community thrive,” Robinson says. “Geranium carries very trendy brands, like Kate Spade, and has a tremendous line of locally designed jewelry at incredible prices.” But most of all, CBL & Associates Properties makes an effort to extend its reach in the community beyond business. Robinson notes that in the center’s lively restaurant/entertainment area, J. Gilbert’s just announced a new partnership with Saint Louis Crisis Nursery. Every Wednesday until wintertime, the restaurant will offer complimentary wine tastings from 5 to 7 p.m., with a portion of the night’s proceeds to benefit the nonprofit. “All the restaurants are great community partners,” she says. J. Gilbert’s, Bravo and McCormick & Schmick’s recently hosted a celebrity waiter event that raised more than $87,000 for Crisis Nursery. “Giving back to the community is big for our shoppers,” Robinson notes, “and we hope to continue to do events like that for local charities.” Occupancy is nearly full, but Robinson says they have plans to target a couple of new retailers in 2015 and focus on expanding product lines. “Our consumers are looking for the latest and greatest,” she says. “We will continue to strive to meet their standards. We know they have high expectations, and we want to exceed those, providing the ultimate shopping experience in St. Louis.”

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[ ERNESTO’S WINE BAR ] 2730 mcnair ave. | 314.664.4511

[ amuse bouche ] THE SCENE

Intimate neighborhood restaurant

THE CHEF

Jimmy Hippchen

THE PRICES

$5 to $10 starters, $8 to $11 flatbreads, $15 to $23 entrees

THE FAVORITES

Tips & Chips, Ahi Tuna, Kale Waldorf Salad, Petite Bistro Steak

APPEALING IN EVERY WAY, Ernesto’s in Benton Park is celebrating its fifth anniversary this fall. The ultra-urban spot is attractive, with boxed-wood paneling on a couple of walls and deep goldenrod paint on others. Photos of the restaurant’s namesake, Ernest Hemingway, are everywhere, and with about a dozen tables, the ambience is warm and cozy. The menu is small and changes periodically. Its focus is mostly on simple comfort foods: Steak Frites, Grilled Cheese, Pulled Pork, Pork Loin and a host of flatbreads. The sides are inventive and add a lot to the dishes. A starter of Tips & Chips ($15 for two) is a good example. Clearly a way to utilize the small tips of the tenderloin offered on the entree menu, the tasty morsels were pan-sauteed and served with a little bourbon mornay sauce and a handful of delicious, thick-cut homemade potato chips. You just scoop up the rich meat and

sauce with a chip, and savor the combination of fat and crunchy, cheesy and salty. A Waldorf chopped kale salad came with thin slices of apple and candied pecans instead of the traditional walnuts. It was well-dressed with a lightly creamy dressing and was all-around satisfying. Celery, a traditional part of this legendary salad, was present, but in long sticks way too unwieldy to eat with a fork. The Petite Bistro Steak ($23) was heavenly: a 6-ounce fillet beautifully crisped on the outside (the key to this cut) and red on the inside. Without that outer sear, fillet can taste mealy, almost like liver. The accompanying browned potatoes were memorable, oilcrisped and well-seasoned. There’s a nice flatbread menu, by which I mean nice toppings. They’re inventive, like our ‘Middle Eastern,’ which had harissa, roasted cauliflower, feta and golden

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FLATBREAD | Simple bread made with flour, water and salt that may or may not include a leavening agent. These are popular on menus today, and topped with anything from anchovy to cheese

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>> The food here is good, and we enjoy the patio out back. Make reservations; we’ve been turned away, since it is a tiny restaurant.

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raisins. The flavors were grand, the crust not so much since it was on naan, the soft, pita-like dough that might be a great shortcut, but doesn’t compare to a well-oiled, crisp pizza crust. Well-conceived all around was the Herb Roasted Chicken Breast ($18), an entrée with a stellar side of white beans with kale and house-made sausage. An herb-covered breast was sliced on top of creamy beans well-flavored with both cayenne pepper and a German-style sausage. It would have been perfect, if the chicken had not been over-cooked and too dry. Desserts didn’t quite live up to the savories. Tasting only like a blend of whipped cream and mashed bananas, the Banana Pudding was too thin to be considered a true pudding. A cobber of mixed dark berries was tasty—not too sweet—and came covered simply with a bit of pie crust—nothing special.

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MOST MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE

Hog and Hominy in Memphis, for my 27th birthday

GUILTY PLEASURE

Reese’s peanut butter cups

LEISURE

HAPPY [HOUR by cory cuff

jazz st. louis the new jazz at the bistro coming this fall tickets on sale now

for David Sanborn, John Pizzarelli, & more!

SAD TO SAY, but sooner rather than later we will be trading in our baseball gloves and bats for pads and footballs as summer turns to fall. Invariably our tastes will shift from vodka and gin to bourbon and scotch. As the seasons change, so do the drink menus, and fall is my favorite time of year to mix.

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>> I have been asked plenty of times in the past if the seasons play

a part in what we drink. Sales show that the general public tends to lean toward brown spirits during autumn and winter, enjoying a heartier approach to imbibing. So what makes a good autumn cocktail? To answer that question, think back to grade school and awakening on a Saturday morning to the smells of apple pie, cinnamon, nutmeg and roasting butternut squash in the kitchen. Now that you’re an adult, think about how great all those things would smell in a drink...and there’s the added benefit of alcohol!

One of my favorite autumn drinks is the Sidecar: cognac, lemon juice and simple syrup. Due to the oak aging it has a lot of spices (cinnamon, star anise, nutmeg, etc.) we think about in the fall, bolstered by fresh lemon and rounded out with a touch of sweetness. This drink can be made with a variety of spirits, but I would stick to anything barrel-aged. Try a Sidecar with bourbon, Armagnac or even a great aged rum. One thing is for certain when preparing autumn drinks: Always remember that depth of hearty flavor is key. If citrus reigns supreme in the summer, nuanced and deep flavors are king come September and October. Happy drinking, all! CORY CUFF IS A GRADUATE OF THE CULINARY INSTITUTE OF AMERICA IN HYDE PARK, N.Y., AND THE RESTAURANT & BAR MANAGER AT CIELO IN THE FOUR SEASONS ST. LOUIS.

// TRY THIS WITH THAT // [ sidecar Try this Sidecar cocktail with pizza covered in nice, hot guanciale. The guanciale mixes perfectly with cognac since the acid delivers a pleasing contrast. 2 parts cognac 1 part simple syrup

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CRESCENT COAST

Classic detailing with a twist. Stone Rose button-down made from Italian imported fabric is exclusive to St. Louis at Crescent Coast. Paired with lightweight, soft twill five-pocket pant from Joe’s Jeans. 169 Carondelet Plaza 314.726.7979 crescentcoaststl.com

LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY

Lindenwood University, established in 1827 in St. Charles, offers more than 120 degree programs in daytime, accelerated evening, and online formats. 209 S. Kingshighway St., St. Charles 636.949.4949 lindenwood.edu

MOSAICS MISSOURI FESTIVAL FOR THE ARTS

Come celebrate the 20th anniversary of the MOSAICS Missouri Festival for the Arts Sept. 19-21 on Historic Main Street in St. Charles. The annual arts festival is a familyfriendly weekend event, with activities for all ages. Historic Main Street in St. Charles 314.482.5476 | stcharlesmosaics.org

JAZZ AT THE BISTRO

Experience the new Jazz at the Bistro! Tickets for all the 20th season shows—including David Sanborn, John Pizzarelli and Joe Sample—are now on sale! 3536 Washington Ave. 314.289.4030 jazzstl.org

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ST. LOUIS RAMS

Join the St. Louis Rams Saturday, Oct. 11, at St. Louis Union Station Hotel to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the 'Greatest Show on Turf,' featuring head coach Dick Vermeil and members of the St. Louis Rams Super Bowl Champion team. 1 Rams Way 314-RAMS-TIX greatestshowonturf.com

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WEINHARDT PARTY RENTALS

Bring the colors of autumn inside for your next event with the Gold LaCorde chair, the perfect accent piece for any fall party. 5901 Elizabeth Ave. 314.882.9000 | weinhardtpartyrentals.com

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J. BUCK’S RESTAURANT

J. Buck’s in Clayton is now serving breakfast weekdays from 7-10 a.m., featuring classic offerings, organic eggs, omelets and savory breakfast sandwiches. Meeting space is available. 101 S. Hanley Road 314.725.4700 | jbucks.com

GREEN DOOR ART GALLERY

We carry handmade artwork, jewelry and gifts by 25 regional artisans and offer creative classes by award-winning artists for all ages in oil, pastel, watercolor and acrylic painting. 21 N. Gore Ave. | 314.402.1959 greendoorartgallery.com

SAVILE ROW

The combination of technology and innovation makes SAXX a comfortable, high-performance line of underwear. Each pair also features a moisture-wicking waistband that keeps you dry when the temperature rises. 8101 Maryland Ave. | 314.721.7848 savilerowstl.com

STAGES ST. LOUIS, THE PLAYHOUSE AT WESTPORT PLAZA

The sensation continues: St. Louis’ biggest hit, Always… Patsy Cline, returns Sept. 18 to Oct. 12, featuring 27 of Cline’s unforgettable hits, including Crazy, Walkin’ After Midnight, Sweet Dreams and more. 635 Westport Plaza 314.821.2407 | stagesstlouis.org PICTURED: ZOE VONDER HAAR AND JACQUELINE PETROCCIA

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Radio frequency technology tightens skin and diminishes cellulite without surgery, using heat to firm skin and produce new collagen for a healthier look. Ridenour’s Body FX targets problematic fatty tissues for ideal body contouring. 12460 Olive Blvd. | 314.878.8600 ridenourplasticsurgery.com

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[ARTS&ENTERTAINMENT] [SEPTEMBER]

by amber peterson

[ FALL FESTIVALS ]

[ MOVIES ]

9/13 schlafly hop in the city beer festival

A MOST WANTED MAN >> This was a great spy thriller, and Philip terrorist, and can he be used somehow to expose a

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Noon–5 p.m. | The Schlafly Tap Room | $25 – $35 | schlafly.com

9/19–9/21 mosaics missouri festival for the arts

4–9 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday North Main Street, St. Charles | Free | stcharlesmosaics.org

9/27–9/28 wildwood bbq bash

10 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday | Wildwood Town Center Free | wil92.com/bbq-bash-2014

9/29 art in the park

10 a.m.–6 p.m. | Francis Park, St. Louis Hills | Free | artintheparkstl.com

10/3–10/5 best of missouri market

6–9 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Missouri Botanical Garden | $5–$12 | mobot.org

10/4–10/5 historic shaw art fair

9 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday | 4100-4200 Flora Place | $7 shawstlouis.org

Seymour Hoffman’s final film. I didn’t realize until the credits that it’s a John le Carré story—which totally makes sense, considering the tense plot line and its various twists. Taking place in Hamburg, the action is set into motion when Muslim Chechan Issa Karpov (Grigoriy Dobrygin) sneaks into Germany illegally. Through his Muslim contacts there, he is referred to human rights lawyer Annabel Richter (Rachel McAdams), who proceeds to help him gain access to funds secreted away into a Hamburg bank by Issa’s father, a notorious Russian thug. The question is: Is Issa a

terrorist network? Various shadow-y German and American undercover agencies get involved in the chase, not all of them overly concerned with ‘collateral damage.’ Gunter Bachmann (Hoffman) is the central spook pursuing Issa and trying to hook a much bigger fish in the process. As with most Le Carre tales, infighting among the good guys can wreak more havoc than anything the enemy does. SHOULD YOU SEE IT? Yes! It gives you a great glimpse into the world of spycraft. —D.W. VIEWED AT LANDMARK PLAZA FRONTENAC

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Chaifetz Arena | $15–$79 thechaifetzarena.com >> Princesses & Heroes recreates the defining moments when eight Disney princesses’ wishes were fulfilled with help from their devoted princes. Through Sept. 28.

seen on the screen ALSO IN THEATERS As Above, So Below | The November Man Boyhood

Now–9/14 around the world in 80 days Lyceum Theatre | $35.50 | lyceumtheatre.org

Now–9/14 the humane terrain

Mustard Seed Theatre | The Fontbonne University Fine Arts Theatre $25–$30 | mustardseedtheatre.com

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9/20

FAMILY MED SCHOOL BASICS: LUNGS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 1:30–3:30 p.m. The Saint Louis Science Center $8–$10 | slsc.org

>>>9/13 FALL FARM FESTIVAL

10 a.m.–3 p.m. | The Magic House | Free magichouse.org Enjoy a day of agricultural events, brought to you by the local county farm bureaus of Missouri and Illinois! Farmers will be on hand to share tricks of their trade, and they’ll bring along a real tractor and farm animals to see up close.

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OPENING FRIDAY No Good Deed | Dolphin Tale 2 | The Drop

[ ETC. ] 9/15 the silver screen series: gran torino

NOW ON DVD Captain America: The Winter Soldier Palo Alto | Words and Pictures They Came Together CLASSIC OF THE WEEK UHF (1989) Moolah Theatre | Sept. 19 and 20

[ MUSIC ] 9/17 la dispute

1–4 p.m. | AMC Creve Coeur 12 | Free | 314.420.1444

7:30 p.m. | The Ready Room | $16–$18 | pagan-stl.com

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THINKING OF TWEAKING THE FACE OR BODY THIS YEAR? Fall and winter are the perfect times for cosmetic procedures— and the hibernation that often follows. If you plan it just right, you would have been indoors anyway, and nestled into layers of clothing. Think how much easier it would be to hide scars and bandages. Then in spring, like a chrysalis emerging, you’ll be ready for the sleeveless, carefree days of spring. A whopping 15.1 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2013 (American Society of Plastic Surgeons), with rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty and breast surgeries leading the pack.

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ACCORDING TO THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONS, breast augmentation is the No. 1 most requested cosmetic surgery. In the United States, more than 290,000 women had breast augmentation in 2013. Maybe more surprising is who’s doing it: the number of women over the age of 50 and younger than 22 undergoing first-time augmentation is growing.

It’s Not Only About Bigger

Breast reductions and lifts also remain popular choices, though Dr. Judith Gurley, director of Dr. Judith Gurley Plastic Surgery & Spa, estimates that for every one breast reduction she performs, she will perform two or three augmentations. Dr. Michele Koo, a plastic surgeon with Aesthetic & Hand Surgery, explains the popularity of both procedures as the desire to enhance the balance of the body and improve self-image. “I completely disagree with the notion of ‘vanity,’” she says. “ If you have a dent in your car, would you fix it if you could? Of course you would, because you care about how you present yourself. How one looks often affects how confident and comfortable one is and how willing one is to work, interact and engage more fully in daily life.” Gurley adds that breast surgery is often sought to correct abnormalities, asymmetries, imbalances and physical deformities that patients are self conscious about. “We shouldn’t judge whether someone is reducing their breasts because she is tired of men staring at her or because they are heavy and painful. Or enlarging breasts because her AA breasts prevent her from feeling confident,” Gurley says. In some cases, breast reductions may be covered by insurance companies. The procedure is “medically advisable when one has rashes under the breasts and the breasts cause pain in the shoulders and back and prevent one from engaging in physical activities for a healthier lifestyle,” Koo points out. “A breast reduction can be a life-changing event that allows a woman to become more active and go on to exercise and become healthier.”

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HOW SAFE ARE THESE PROCEDURES?

HOW LONG WILL IMPLANTS LAST?

Breast implants should last approximately 10 to 20 years, Koo says. “The life of saline implants tends to be slightly shorter, and the presence of palpable ‘ripples’ also is more common with these after about five to 10 years compared with silicone.”

Major advancements in surgical centers have maximized patient safety, comfort and recovery. “And new techniques are less invasive, allowing for quicker healing time and less scarring, all without compromising desired results,” Gurley says.

WHAT IS THE RIGHT BREAST SIZE?

WHAT IS A BREAST LIFT?

Gurley recommends women choose a cup size that lies within the average range. “Outside of that norm, too small or too large, can be disfiguring and uncomfortable,” she says.

Koo explains this procedure as the removal of excess skin and repositioning of the nipple areolar complex to the middle of the breast mound. A breast lift is always part of breast reduction, and may be needed with breast augmentation.

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WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT DURING RECOVERY?

Most patients experience minimal discomfort and only a few days of downtime. They typically can return to light exercise within two weeks, and will be fully recovered in 4 to 6 weeks. Both procedures are usually under $10,000, Gurley says.

HOW WILL I KNOW IF THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH MY IMPLANT?

There will be hardening (capsular contractures) and distortion in the shape and feel of the breasts if there is leaking or frank rupture of an implant, Koo explains.

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SHOULD IMPLANTS BE REMOVED OR REPLACED AFTER 10 YEARS?

If you are happy with your implants and there is no sign of a rupture, no. However, some women choose to remove or replace if the breasts have increased in size or started to descend. The surgeon typically also will remove any hard scar tissue that might be causing the breast to feel unnatural, Koo says, and may also perform a lift at the same time.

HOW SHOULD I CHOOSE A SURGEON?

Do your homework. “Find a surgeon you trust, view lots of before and after photos of your surgeon’s previous work, and talk to former patients,” Koo recommends. “And make sure the surgeon shares your opinion of what your perfect breasts should look like.”

Question: What is pelvic organ prolapse and how do I know if I have it?

Answer: Pelvic organ prolapse is the downward descent of the female pelvic organs, resulting in protrusion, or bulging, of the vagina, uterus, or both, into or through the opening of the vagina. Women may be able to actually see or feel a bulge or may experience pressure or heaviness in the pelvic area. While women are often told their bladder and/or rectum is “falling out,” the tissue they see or feel is actually the vagina and/ or uterus. We call prolapse of the front wall of the vagina (which holds up the bladder) anterior vaginal wall prolapse, and prolapse of the back wall of the vagina (which supports the rectum) posterior vaginal wall prolapse. Prolapse of the top of the vagina is called uterine prolapse (if the uterus is still present) or post-hysterectomy apical vaginal prolapse (if a woman has had a hysterectomy).

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Women can have varying symptoms, most often related to the part of their vagina that is prolapsing. Anterior vaginal wall prolapse is often associated with bladder symptoms such as urinary frequency, urinary incontinence and difficulty voiding. Posterior vaginal wall prolapse often leads to bowel symptoms, such difficulty passing bowel movements or accidental loss of stool or gas. There can also be a combination of bladder and bowel symptoms, pressure and heaviness and sexual dysfunction related to prolapse. Women often wonder what caused their prolapse. It is usually due to multiple factors and not any one particular reason or event. Pregnancy, vaginal childbirth, advancing age and obesity are some of the most common risk factors for prolapse. A simple clinical exam can determine the presence and extent of prolapse. A board-certified female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery specialist can help you determine an individualized treatment plan depending on the stage of prolapse, how much it bothers you and if the prolapse is affecting the function of other pelvic organs. | f 14 SEPTEMBER 10, 2014 | townandstyle.com

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Dr. Steven Couch, a Washington University oculofacial plastic and reconstructive specialist, explains that upper eyelid blepharoplasty treats excess skin, fullness and heaviness in the upper eyelids. Additionally, surgeons can perform conservative skin and fat removal to get a safe and natural appearance. Lower eyelid blepharoplasty can address lower eyelid bags, puffiness and dark circles. Many patients choose to have both upper and lower procedures done simultaneously to achieve the best overall look. But these might not address some of the attendant issues of aging. Dr. John Holds, a surgeon at Ophthalmic Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Inc., notes that on its own, blepharoplasty typically cannot reverse the dynamic smile lines caused by loss of muscle tone or the secondary bags that extend into the cheek area. Laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels can treat eyelid wrinkles. Couch says blepharoplasty patients should expect “a tailored surgical plan with any combination of cheek lifting, skin resurfacing with lasers or chemicals, dermal fillers, facial fat transfer and cosmeceuticals.” Some patients even can avoid lower eyelid surgery altogether with dermal fillers, adds Holds. And, the physicians note that eyelids will continue to age naturally, along with the patient, from the date of surgery.

costs The total cost of eyelid surgery is dependent on the exact procedures being performed and the location of the procedure (office procedure room versus operating room), but can range from $2,500 to $8,000, Couch says. If severe drooping of the upper eyelid skin overhangs the pupil, as can be the case with older patients, that could constitute a ‘functional’ blepharoplasty, Holds explains. The removal of that skin to improve vision would likely be covered by insurance, although any attendant fat contouring or adjustments might not be.

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Do You Need a Brow Lift, Too?

As with any plastic surgery, the best outcomes start with choosing the right surgeon. Couch and Holds recommend looking for a surgeon who specializes in this procedure, has a number of treatment options to offer and has like-minded cosmetic goals. Ask to see before and after pictures from previous patients.

::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Changes in the collagen and elastin of our skin, along with loss and redistribution of facial fat, affect more than just your eyes, says Holds. Often when patients request an upper eyelid lift, it would be better instead to do a brow lift or a combination of the procedures. Doing them together allows surgeons to raise and smooth the forehead and brows, reduce overhanging skin, reduce upper and lower eyelid puffiness, and make everything look balanced and normal.

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According to WebMD, rhinoplasty is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure among teens. Dr. L. Mike Nayak, director of Nayak Plastic Surgery, says teens can consider elective rhinoplasty when they are physically and emotionally mature—generally around age 14 for girls and 16 for boys. Dr. William Hart, director of Hart Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery Institute, reports that about 75 percent of his rhinoplasty patients are women, and while most are young or middle aged, he also has done the procedure on patients in their 70s. Rhinoplasty can be used to remove a bump in the nose, straighten the bridge, reshape the tip or open breathing passages. These days, surgeons remove less cartilage and bone and even use small cartilage grafts and sutures to support the tip and middle, according to Hart. That explains why rhinoplasties from 30 years ago (when they did not take these measures) don’t look as good today. Patient preferences also have evolved. “I believe a natural, softer look is more desirable now than it was in the past,” Hart says. “The scoopedout ‘Debbie Reynolds’ look is not as popular as it once was. Patients are more attuned in most cases to a contour that fits their face and, perhaps, in some cases, retains more of their ethnic character.”

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WHILE THE NOSE STICKS OUT, it shouldn’t stand out. The face needs to be a harmonious blend of features, with no single aspect dominating. Thanks to social media and selfies, though, more people than ever are scrutinizing their noses—and they don’t always like what they see. This has caused an uptick in rhinoplasty, the already popular ‘nose job.’

EVER-EVOLVING

According to Nayak, patients are generally happy with rhinoplasty, but the result can change—for better or worse —over time. “If the result changes over time and the patient becomes less pleased, revision may be considered. But sometimes, the opposite happens: As swelling settles, they like it more,” he says. But this ‘touch-up rate’ is not significant, 5 to 8 percent, according to Hart. “And most of them can be done under a local anesthetic in the office. Most rhinoplasty surgeons do not charge for these, either.” Nayak points out, though, that rhinoplasty is an unforgiving operation: A good result can last forever, and so can a bad one. “It is worth seeking out a true expert in the field,” he says, “and paying a little more for expertise, judgment and experience. Your first shot is your best.” Pricing varies, but generally ranges between $3,000 and $6,500, Hart says. And many surgeons now can offer 2D or 3D simulations of what the new nose will look like, though both doctors caution that these are estimates, not guarantees. Always ask to see before and after pictures of previous patients.

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Injectables are now being used as an alternative to surgery, reports Nayak. These can’t remove tissue from the nose, but in the right hands, they can alter the proportion and disharmony of the nose and create the illusion of a smaller one. And they can revise a previous rhinoplasty. Injectables are considerably less expensive ($600 to $1,800), and the results last for years, Nayak says. And unlike rhinoplasty, injectables can be reversed if the patient is unhappy. “As with all rhinoplasty, the quality of the result lies in the skill of the person performing it. Judgment and artistry are key,” he says.

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AS FAR AS I’M CONCERNED, all beauty products are aromatherapy. That’s because I wouldn’t dream of buying any product—for face, body or home—unless it smells wonderful. So what better way to increase the beauty in our lives than by adding appealing scents to the home? Just as we like to surround ourselves with attractive accessories and furnishings, we can use scent to enhance the ambience of our environment through candles, sachets and room diffusers. You have to look only as far as your favorite beauty brands to find these.

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THE STEPS EXFOLIATING by marylyn simpson

STEP 1: SO FRESH, SO CLEAN

Just like exfoliating your face, you’ll want to thoroughly wash your body before exfoliating. Use your usual body wash. Remember, bar soap can dry out skin so be sure to use a wash that leaves skin extra hydrated, since exfoliation also dries skin.

LUXURIES DON’T HAVE TO BE EXPENSIVE. In fact, it’s pretty easy to create your own pampered experience. A simple ritual like exfoliation can offer a quick escape from everyday stressors. During a recent visit to L.A.’s BeautyCon, I discovered BonBliss, a company that focuses on scented, all-natural, mini exfoliates in candy-inspired packaging. Never one to turn away from a truffled treat, I indulged—and saw that simple things like exfoliation and bubble baths offer an easy way to bring a little luxury into your life.

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Once you’ve washed, unwrap BONBLISS’S MOISTURIZING BODY TRUFFLE and gently exfoliate from the neck down. You can use your hands or a body scrubber, whatever you normally use. Break the Body Truffle into pieces or use all at once; these aromatic tiny treasures can go a long way.

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Now that you’ve washed, exfoliated and rinsed, step out of the shower and pat your silky smooth skin with a dry towel. Because of BonBliss’ moisturizing properties, you won’t need to apply lotion once you’ve dried off. Your skin will not only be left feeling smooth but smelling absolutely fabulous.

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[THE 100 MILES CHALLENGE by patty hannum

I KNOW WHAT I LIKE, and what I don’t. I don’t like being in nature; I like to look at it from the safety of my home. I don’t like to sweat, even though I make myself exercise three times a week. I do like a good joke, a stiff drink and dogs, all kinds of dogs—big, little, fluffy and scruffy—well, except for energetic dogs. I like my dogs lazy. My golden retriever, Riley, likes to swim, but only if she is being pushed on a raft. That’s my kind of dog. So I am not sure what came over my family when we decided to adopt a Siberian Husky mutt. After careful consideration, which consisted of looking at pictures on the Dent County Animal Welfare Society website (www.dcaws. org), we promptly chose Stella. Normally I fully research each and every decision. If I had, I would have learned Stella’s breed, is “energetic, active sporty, restless and destructive.” Also “a cold weather dweller” and “a bit willfull.” Stella was not going to lie around anywhere, much less on a raft in the pool. But once I commit, I commit for life. There is no going back or return to sender. You can ask my husband of 31 years or my friends from high school who have been trying to dodge me for the past 35 years. So even though I knew Stella may not be a perfect match for the Hannum family, we would find a way to make it work. I decided Stella and I would embark on the 100 Missouri Miles Challenge (www.100missourimiles.com), issued by Gov. Jay Nixon, as a way to bond and release some of her puppy energy while slowly helping me overcome my dislike of nature. Plus, at the end, I would receive a car decal from the state of Missouri announcing my 100-mile accomplishment. Never heard of the 100 Miles Challenge? Missouri is the ‘Best Trail State,’ according to American Trails. We have more than 1,000 miles of managed trails, including the Katy, which at 240 miles is the longest rails-totrails project in the nation. Gov. Nixon has challenged Missourians to walk, bike, float, kayak or run 100 miles by Dec. 31 as a way to promote the “health and benefits of outdoor physical activity.” Summer in St. Louis is not the perfect time to train a long-haired puppy to walk on a leash with an owner who hates to sweat. Or to run into anything that does not go inside to sleep. I firmly believe you should never make eye contact with a bird for fear you could end up just like Tippi Hedren in The Birds. Puppies like to put everything in their mouths. This includes dead birds and squirrels, trash, half-eaten food, and rocks. All of which must be removed from their mouths. Every walk ended with me sweaty and gross, and extracting

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something from Stella’s mouth while screaming that I was contracting West Nile virus. It could so happen. Anyway, I’d like to be able to tell you that Stella and I bonded, that our walks together wore her out and made her the dog that comes when I call her, lies by my side when I sit down, and stares at me lovingly. But I would be lying. Stella is Stella: a high-energy, garbage-eating canine who has wiggled her way into the hearts of our family. Oh, and Stella and I did not make it to 100 miles. We hit our limit at 76. But I did learn that Missouri trails are beautiful and not too scary. I also learned that three-fourths of the way is better than nothing. So even though we failed the governor’s challenge, I am really hoping that somehow I can still get the decal for my car.

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T&S HOME 2433 TOWN AND COUNTRY LANE ] by karyn meyer listing price | $1,675,000 listing agent | melinda johnson of gladys manion real estate MICHAEL AND VICKI LIESMANN SPENT NEARLY 30 YEARS in the Sunset Hills area before Michael accepted positions in London and New Jersey for his job as a partner with Pricewaterhouse Coopers. When he was approaching retirement, the couple knew it was time to head back home. They found a private house on 1 acre in Town & Country that met their needs perfectly. “We wanted to live in this area to be close to all our friends; we had a lot of connections here,” Michael Liesmann says. As members of Bellerive Country Club, the couple found the location especially convenient. They moved into the one-and-a-half-story house in 2009, two years after it had been built on a teardown lot, and say the quiet, single-street neighborhood provides both privacy and convenience to all the area has to offer. Liesmann also applauds the easy access to the pedestrian walkway along Clayton Road that runs the length of the city, built after they moved in. “It’s very popular among residents,” he says. Vicki says they often walk the trail, and it’s a great way to get to Straub’s for a cup of coffee. “Our daughter and son-in-law, who live in Des Peres, even use it,” she says. “They just park at our house.” One of the main attractions of the six-bedroom house is its open floor plan. “In our previous homes, my wife never liked being ‘closed off’ from everyone else if she was in the kitchen,” Liesmann says. “This house is totally open, creating a sense of togetherness.” The large kitchen with double islands, two sinks and top-of-theline appliances opens to the hearth room, the couple’s favorite place to relax. “We love its barrel ceiling and stone fireplace,” he says. Vicki adds that it’s a popular space for everyone who visits. “Whenever we entertain, no matter how many people are here, they always stay in the hearth/kitchen area,” she says. “We PHOTOS: TOM CHLEBOWSKI have all this room to spread out, but everyone congregates in the same place.” At more than 7,000 square feet, there is ample space for entertaining, and the Liesmanns took advantage of the first-floor great room and basement for that purpose. “We hosted a lot of large family gatherings, especially around the holidays,” Liesmann says. During his 60th birthday party, the great room made a perfect venue for a group of blues musicians to entertain guests. The couple wanted a main-floor master suite and were impressed with the amenities of this home’s master bath. Liesmann says the high ceilings and travertine tile create an attractive space, but the real bonus is the gas fireplace near the Whirlpool bath. “It was great in the winter to wake up in the morning and just hit the switch,” he says. Liesmann admits they are ready for a smaller place but have no desire to leave Town & Country. “We absolutely love it here,” he says.

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