A Sophisticated Guide to the Holidays 2025
The holidays are in the air. Everywhere you look you can see it. The holidays in St. Louis are as electric as the lights that dot the cityscape. Neiman’s and Saks are decked in gay apparel. Keyboards are clicking rapidly ordering from Amazon. Thanksgiving feasts are being planned. Travel arrangements are made. And you want to do it right. You want to do it with style. We can help. Here, we present our annual Sophisticated Guide to the Holidays. We’ve assembled a curated collection of places to eat. Places to go. Things to give. Things to do. And Things to see. From A-Z, there’s a virtual charcuterie of board goodies to select from in St. Louis.
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Summer May Be Glorious, but It’s Brutal on Your Hair. Kiwabi of Japan to the Rescue.
Summer may be glorious, but it’s brutal on one’s hair and scalp. UV rays, chlorine, saltwater, and heat can all leave it dry, faded, brittle, or frizzy, whether it’s color-treated or not. Kiwabi, the premium Japanese scalp and hair care brand, is known for merging traditional Japanese botanical ingredients with cutting-edge science. Their haircare essentials offer an elevated line of UV-protective, damage-defying formulas that keep all hair types looking vibrant, healthy, and glossy in any climate.
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Spoil the Man in Your Life With Pisterzi Luxury Italian Grooming Gift Sets for the Holidays
For those who want to spoil the man or men in your life for the holidays, Pisterzi Italian Grooming Art is offering up nine different gift sets. The luxury men’s grooming products are made of the finest ingredients from Italy. Read more about how you can acquire the most sought-after brand in male skin care this season.
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Sun, Sand & Spa
If venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Rick Langley has his way, the cerulean waters lapping the soft sands at Grace Bay won't be the only blue hue drawing tourists to the Turks & Caicos.
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Beauty Buzz 2022 at Neiman Marcus
St. Louis Press Club's annual Beauty Buzz event, in partnership with Neiman Marcus, will take place on September 17, 2022. The event raises funding for student journalism scholarships.
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That Summer Glow
Cortney Vaughn dishes on her skin care regime, perfected by Racquel Frisella.
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What is Microblading?
A new cosmetic phenomenon, microblading combines self care with looking your absolute best. Want to learn more? SL met with Kristi of Boss Brows LA in Clayton to get the scoop.
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Photo Ready with a Photofacial
We’ve all done it. You are enjoying a luxurious beach vacation a little too much and forget to reapply sunscreen as often as you should… insert intense pulsed light therapy (IPL), also known as photofacial to treat the color and texture of your skin without surgery!
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Reinvent Yourself with High Fashion Hair Stylist Ric Pipino
The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta recently hosted celebrity hairstylist Ric Pipino for a pop-up event and guess who was able to snag a seat in his chair? Yours truly left feeling (and looking) nothing short of a star!
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The Skinny on Holiday Hair
We sat down to chat with Reese at Salon 210 to get a few tips and tricks for Holiday hair this season. Here's the skinny on what makes them who they are!
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International Mentoring Program + Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus St. Louis recently hosted members of the International Mentoring Program for a fall fashion and styling event.
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Metro Medspa: A Walk-In Botox Bar
Although talking about Botox was considered taboo several years ago – the reality is that more people are using it (whether they talk about it or not). So meet Metro Medspa, a walk-in Botox Bar.. among other things!
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St. Louis Press Club + Neiman Marcus Beauty Buzz
In case you missed it, St. Louis Press Club and Neiman Marcus hosted their annual Beauty Buzz event! Get the Scoop on the who, what, where, and why here…
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Sophisticated Face
Heading out for a socially distanced event? Treat yourself to something silky soft across your face for a more sophisticated look. See what else you’ll need to put your best face forward!
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Transformative Skincare
Retrouvé is a luxury skincare line made up of high-octane ingredients developed by the founding family of Kiehl’s. Click for more details on when you can meet the founder and help a St. Louis organization.
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Winterize Your Skin!
What are you hiding under your mask? Don’t let your skin winterize as the temperatures change! We compiled tips that will save your face!
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The Gift of Time
An expression of personality and possessing the potential for permanence as a functional family heirloom are two of the many reasons why timepieces make the best gifts!
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Your Skin and Face Masks
Behind the mask: Dermatologist Elizabeth Mullans addresses frequently asked face mask questions.
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Blow Out the Humidity!
Blowouts sure help control tresses when St. Louis heats up and brings on the humidity! Find out how to get a free blowout at Drybar.
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The Essential Hair Dryer
It’s been called the most powerful and intelligent hair dryer on the market. Read about what makes the IQ Perfetto… perfect.
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