Fashion

Light & Bright

Now that it’s heating up outside, it’s the perfect excuse to buy adorable summer outfits for your little ones. That can mean cute suits so they can splish like fish and all sorts of comfy shorts and tops. From sloth-printed button-ups to red bandana tanks, the options are endless at Carter’s, The Children’s Place and […]

Newsworthy Numbers

Once the snow stops falling and the grass begins getting hints of green, we all know it’s time to refresh our closet. Whether that means pulling spring clothes from last year out of storage or hitting the mall in search of this year’s trends, one thing’s for certain: You can’t keep wearing that wool sweater. […]

Bling It On

Although it may be a cliche, a small box with a bow on it is still one of the best — and safest — gifts for Valentine’s Day. We asked three local jewelers what the best choices for ring and bracelet gifts are this season, so that you don’t have to do the research; just […]

Well Suited

When it comes to menswear these days, dressing for business doesn’t have to be serious business. You can look perfectly polished and professional yet still exude a pop of personality. You can play with patterns and try textures, mixing a plaid jacket with a polka dot shirt. You can layer elements and add fun details. […]

Picture Perfect

A photo booth with props means fun photo opps! With their champagne flutes brimming with bubbly, our revelers are dressed to the nines in sparkle and shine and ready to ring in the New Year. Whether in a dramatic, full-skirted floor length creation (with pockets!) or a more form-fitting short sheath, models Lindsey Baxter, Kelly […]

Best Bet Booties

Booties — or short boots — may not have been around that long, but they’ve taken the fall shoe world by storm. They come in a range of heels, heights, details and materials, essentially making it impossible to have only one pair. A few trends we’ve noticed this fall are leopard and snakeskin print and […]

Handmade Halloween

Blink, and you’re already flooded with party invitations. You’ve dragged the pumpkins and fog machine out of the basement. Your kid won’t stop begging: “Can I be Spider-Man? Puh-lease?” October must be here, so, of course, all anyone can talk about is the 31st. Halloween is one of our favorite times of year in Columbia […]

Sweater Weather

October is perhaps one of the best months in Columbia. The scorching days of September have passed, there’s a slight nip in the air and trees begin their beautiful transformations. One of the best ways to take advantage of cooler weather — besides wrapping your hands around a warm mug of hot chocolate — is […]

Fiercely Fashionable

Tailgate gear doesn’t have to be made of spandex or nylon, and it certainly doesn’t need to say “Mizzou” on it. For a classier tailgate look, pair either black, white or blue jeans with different MU-colored blouses and tops, such as leopard print or gold. Complete your look with black or gold earrings — there’s […]

Getting Back to School in Style

Summer is winding down and it’s time to think about sending your kids back to school. What are the latest fall trends in school for every age group? Elementary school models Ava and Lily Neyens show off their sweet style, while middle-schoolers Carley Bieser and Carter Bremer put their best foot forward. Kennedy Flanner and […]

Summer Makeup

Summer is here and so is the 100-plus degree heat. Humidity can often lead to makeup smudges, smears and chapped lips. In hot days, applying makeup can be more of a chore than an enjoyment. But choosing the right makeup and applying it correctly can help you create a summery look that will last all […]

Sun-Sational Accessories

Every outfit needs the perfect accessory, and nothing says summer like a spark of color. So, put away those dark and drab pieces and replace them with bold, dynamic colors that are perfect for warm weather. Consider topping off your look with a light and airy straw hat that keeps the sun off and keeps […]

Take off In Style

Mother-daughter duo Diahann and Briley Bieser are ready for fun in the sun with these stylish pieces. There’s no need to overpack. Mix and match key basics to create multiple outfits for different vacation occasions. featured image, from left: Gianni Bini navy sundress with buttons Dillard’s $129, Round Beach Gold Bali handwoven purse Dillard’s $85, […]

Art With Heart

Art enhances our lives in many intangible ways. But for one weekend this month, it will help enhance the lives of countless Columbians in a very tangible way, thanks to the Fall Into Art showcase. Free and open to the public, Fall Into Art combines art, music and education with fundraising for The Food Bank […]

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It Reads Like a Script

photo courtesy of Andree Martis Think “National Lampoon’s Vacation.” But this story is real. “We were planning our first real vacation in several years,” Gina Overshiner recounts. Her family considered a cruise or Disney World. Her husband, Tim, commented that for the same cost, they could go to New York City. “We asked the kids. […]