Bozeman, MT September 2024

Think big. No. Even bigger.

• Property types: Single-family residence, 1–4 Unit, planned unit development and warrantable and non-warrantable condos

• Occupancy types: Primary, Second home and investment

• Loan types: Purchase, Rate and Term Refinance, Cash-Out Refinance*

• Stick within your budget with multiple term options offered: 15, 20, 25 and 30–year FIXED and ARMs (Adjustable-Rate Mortgages)

• Down payment options starting as low as 10%

• Loan amount options greater than Conforming loan limits and up to $4M

• We offer efficient, in-house loan processing from application to closing.

Sara Koelzer

SVP of Mortgage Lending C: (406) 580-6604 sarak@rate.com 1001 W Oak St, Building C, Suite 110, Bozeman, MT 59715

Welcome

This Bozeman boutique is a locally owned small business. We carry everything from clothing to accessories & gifts. We pride ourselves on our customer service. We understand the difference between fashion and style. We love to help you style any outfit or wardrobe. Have a piece of clothing that you love, but not sure what to wear with it? Bring it in and we will help you finish off your look. Whether it’s for a branding shoot, family photos or you’re a wedding guest, our stylist’s will help you find the perfect outfit.

31st, 2024

Fashion you can buy, style you possess

I hope this letter finds you in high spirits and full of creative energy.

Today, I want to take a moment to celebrate and explore the fascinating world of style. Style is not limited to the clothes we wear or the way we adorn ourselves; it encompasses every aspect of our lives. From the way we decorate our homes to the music we listen to, from the books we read to the way we carry ourselves in conversations, style permeates every facet of our existence. It is the thread that weaves together the tapestry of our lives.

Style is deeply personal. And it evolves as we celebrate our quirks, our passions, and our desires. Style is a form of self-expression that communicates who we are, how we perceive the world and what we value. In this way, style becomes a powerful tool for connection, as it enables us to find common ground with others who share our aesthetic sensibilities.

As individuals, we have the freedom to embrace established styles, blend them together, or forge entirely new paths, becoming trendsetters ourselves. We hope this issue inspires you to forge new paths or perhaps explore familiar ones. There is so much here in Bozeman to uplift our spirits, boost your productivity and ignite your creativity.

What I’ve found is that the best style is an authentic expression of who you really are. And that’s something no one on earth can duplicate.

Here’s to being uniquely you!

Cheers,

September 2024

PUBLISHER

Maggie Hebron | maggie.hebron@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Tara Johnson | tara.johnson@citylifestyle.com

PUBLISHER ASSISTANT

Hailey Livingston | hailey.livingston@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Katie Thomas

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Bruce Muhlbradt | 406 Photo

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson

AD DESIGNER Evan Deuvall

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kelsey Ragain

Proverbs 3:5-6

CURATED DESIGN

Curating a design plan is more than just copying a Pinterest or Instagram photo. It involves real people, their lifestyle, their expectations and their point of view. Unique personalities are reflected by lifestyle choices; design can mirror that. Curation accounts for all the nuances of life to provide space for experiencing while expanding the opportunities for growth and change. Design is not static - it flows.

The Nature of Bozeman is also how I feel about its reflection through design and architecture. For whom are we designing? What do our clients want to experience in that space that we help them create?

Curated Design is about giving more that expected, surprising the senses, and exceeding expectations. It is a personal experience.

- Kris Nunn

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Guaranteed Rate Rebrands as Rate

Guaranteed Rate has rebranded itself simply as Rate and unveiled a new logo as they usher the mortgage industry into a new era of tech and A.I. enabled mortgages. “Rate's rebrand is more than just a name change; it represents a new era of growth and innovation."  Same company, new era! Apply now at Rate.com/SaraKoelzer

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Derek DeYoung To Open Livngston Gallery

The distinguished fine artist who uses oil paints on canvas and artfully captures all the subtle intricacies fish possess—their patterns, dimension and texture—is opening a gallery in Livingston this Fall. In his artwork DeYoung is constantly pushing the limits by painting fish in beautiful and original ways.

Shan Reopens After Expansion

Shan, a semi-finalist for the James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant serving Thai and Chinese dishes, has reopened in the Cannery District after completing an expansion project which now doubles their seating capacity. The expansion still maintains the intimate charm and warm vibes it always had. Be sure to snag a reservation in advance and check out their new bar serving more local beers and interesting wines to taste.

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My Favorite Things: Beth Ann Kennedy

THE STORIED PRODUCER AND THEATRICAL DIRECTOR SELECTS HER FAVORITE THINGS

Leather Garden Journal

One of my favorite things is being in the garden. Last year I took a winter long workshop on Permaculture with Broken Ground. I now have eight raised beds, level beds and a food forest and am growing vegetables, fruit and flowers.

Honoring Earth

One of my favorite things is coming up with strategies on how to honor Earth. I love to recycle, compost and find better ways to use water. Happy Trash is my recycling go to and Eco Montana for compostable products.

Pickleball

I learned how to play pickleball with Gallatin Valley Newcomers Club. It's great to be involved with a club that provides social, philanthropic, cultural, and recreational community-oriented opportunities for members which also produces fundraising events that benefit local nonprofits.

Fly Fishing

Since childhood, one of my favorite things is wading in a river and dancing. Fly fishing is a combination of both for me. It is also fantastic how many organizations in Bozeman are working to keep our rivers and streams clean.

Gift Giving

Since 1995 I have been directing Bending Towards the Light...A Jazz Nativity in cities around the country. In 2023 I produced and directed the premiere of this fantastic event in Bozeman. One of my favorite things is hearing people say “seeing this show is such a wonderful gift.”

The Art of Metalsmithing

Explore your creative side and learn foundational skills to create your own earrings, pendants and rings to treasure

For 32 years, the Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture has stood proudly in downtown Bozeman, welcoming all to enjoy arts and culture within the walls of its century-old building. Art education is a cornerstone of the center’s mission, and with three teaching studios, they are able to offer extraordinary access to the public for the study of metalsmithing, ceramics, painting, drawing, and more. All of their top-tier instructors are locals that care about this community and are artists that are actively working in their respective fields of instruction. In 2024, after years of dreaming and planning, a state-of-theart RAD metals studio was completed. With capacity for courses ranging from introductory metalsmithing to advanced study, and weekend workshops, explore a new hobby and tap into your artistic side to create your own jewelry that you will hold dear. Check out upcoming classes at TheEmerson.org

Work Out In Comfort & Style

Amy, third from right, and her tribe at Pure Barre Bozeman are proudly wearing their cult favorite workout apparel by Beyond Yoga. The cult favorite Spacedye fabric is Beyond Yoga's original and best selling performance fabric that is buttery soft with 4-way-stretch and easy care that you can wash and dry. Perfect for everything from working out to working from home!

Beyond Yoga

Drop in by Pure Barre on E Mendenhall St. in Bozeman and check out their wide array of retail which includes everything from tanks to sports bras to leggings to socks. Open seven days a week with varying hours, you won’t be dissapointed as they always have a sale rack along with new drops weekly—or even try that barre class you’ve always been thinking about!

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Braids to Keep You Chic All Year Long

Braids are a great way to add style and uniqueness to your hair style rotation and have been a staple in hair styles dating back to the 3500 B.C. This historical hairstyle is here to stay, so we wanted to share some go-to impressive looks.

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ABBI SULASKI

PHOTOGRAPHY BY POPPY & CO. BY KELSEY

pull through braid with space buns

Part hair down the center. Create pull-through braids on each side of the head. Tie elastic at the end of the braids to create a ponytail at the nape of the neck. For extra volume in the buns, tease the hair in the ponytail before twisting it into a bun. Secure with hair pins and... Voilà!

Place a bandana on the forehead and tie it in the back. Create as many braids as desired in the back of the head, teasing the ends to avoid using elastics.

bandana braids

fishtail braids reverse

Part the top half of the hair in two sections. Create fishtail braids (or braids of choice) and tie them together in the back of the hair. Add a fashion accessory around a ponytail for a little extra fun!

GET INSPIRED EAT & DRINK

SHOP LOCAL

YOUR DIGITAL DESTINATION FOR LOCAL LIVING

PAMPERED PUPS

A whimsical book of spiffy dogs in magnificent style that’s a must have for your coffee table

PHOTOGRAPHY BY © GRAY MALIN

In Gray Malin: DOGS, the New York Times bestselling author and fine-art photographer captures the world’s chicest canines in a delightfully playful series of photographs. In this collection of work, Malin captures the adorable, the pampered, the well-dressed, and the glamorous pooches from Beverly Hills to Paris. With poodles sunbathing in Palm Beach to Bernese mountain dogs perfectly perched on Aspen chairlifts, this gorgeous 208 page book is filled with whimsical joy and the universal love of dogs. Officially on sale this October with pre-orders available now.

Designer SPOTLIGHT

CELEBRATING BOZEMAN'S PREEMINENT ACCESSORY DESIGNERS AND BREAKTHROUGH ARTISANS

In a world where mass production often overshadows individual expression, Kricia Storms found her calling in offering a unique approach to hat making where she learned learned the intricate art of hat making in Florence, Italy before returning to Bozeman. Unlike traditional retail models, Bang Bang provides semi-custom hat experiences, allowing individuals to choose their hat’s color and shape. Each hat is then meticulously shaped and embellished during a 2-hour appointment to reflect the wearer’s unique personality and style. Handmade from premium European hare and beaver felts, these hats are designed to be lived in, empowering wearers to feel bold and confident. For those seeking an even more personalized touch, they offer made-to-measure and virtual experiences, crafting hats that are molded precisely to the individual’s head. To maintain the quality and intimacy of the hat-making experience, Bang Bang operates by appointment only. However, the studio occasionally opens on weekends for walk-ins and those looking to purchase hat accessories. Their Fall Collection will be launching this month and will introduce fresh colors to the in-person hat experience and expand into more styles for men, ensuring that there’s a perfect hat for everyone.

“Bang Bang isn’t just a hat shop; it’s a place where stories are crafted, and individuality is celebrated.”

—Kricia Storms

A self-taught moccasin maker based in Bozeman, Shauna White Bear embarked on her moccasin-making journey at the historic Carter’s Boot location downtown in 2018. As an enrolled member of the MHA Nation, with Hidatsa ancestry—a sister tribe to the Appsáalooke, also known as the Crow—her lineage’s moccasins echo softly through the region. White Bear blends modern style with traditional finesse, crafting moccasins for all walks of life. Her choice of Bison leather as the primary medium stems from its exceptional durability, being three times stronger than cowhide. The bison, vital to the plains people historically and culturally, holds significance that should resonate with all of North America’s inhabitants. While bison leather remains her staple, she also employs elk and deerskin when available. White Bear Moccasins distinguishes itself as an Indigenous-owned company, with each pair meticulously hand-stitched by Indigenous college students representing various Montana tribes. The White Bear team comprises individual artists, with a commitment to passing down leatherworking skills to future generations and sourcing materials locally whenever feasible. Shauna’s innovative artistic vision shines through in her use of diverse materials like wool, elk ivories, brass spots, seed beads, antler toggles, and animal pelts.

Stacy Townsend Commonform Jewelry Shop at Commoform.co

Inspired by connection and the unique forms of self expression, Stacy Townsend’s jewelry line Commonform was born of inspiration, experiences, and conversation not in solitude, but in community. Drawn to both organic and geometric shapes, and the uniqueness of natural stones, her pieces focus on subtlety and timelessness — jewelry for living in and living with. Townsend is a multi-disciplinary creator. Her other works—as a graphic designer and photographer—can be found elevating the vision and work of others, as Townsend Collective. Their recent launch of the Bolo Tie collection has been a great hit, both online and locally. They are in the process of launching a collaborative bridal jewelry line with Jasmine Snyder of Jasmine Lilly Bridal. Their jewelry is made to wear and treasure; jewelry for living in and living with. Aiming to combine the love for creating with a fondness of gift giving, and finding a special piece. Commonform is designed and produced locally in Bozeman where they are guided by the belief that good design is for everyone. They strive to make effortless, modern pieces that are both high-quality and affordable. Signature styles are created alongside some experimental pieces that are often limited editions or special releases, and in collaboration with others.

“We are guided by our belief that good design is for everyone, and aim to make effortless, modern pieces that are both highquality and affordable.”

—Stacy Townsend

ELEVATE YOUR CLOSET

Every woman dreams of an organized and beautiful closet space, but it often comes last on the list of places that get their time and attention. Follow our nine tips for transforming and elevating your closet. How you organize your closet will of course differ based on the size of your space, the size of your wardrobe, and the kind of life you lead. But applying these guidelines will result in a much more organized and aesthetically pleasing space.

FACE CLOTHES THE SAME DIRECTION

It may seem silly, but when dealing with a small space, little things count. Hanging all clothes the same direction is a no-brainer for continuity in your closet.

USE REAL ESTATE WISELY

Reserve the front and middle of the closet for clothes worn most often. For someone who gets dressed for work each morning at 6 a.m., work clothes should be at the front of the closet. Store lesser-worn items like formal wear and out-of-season clothes toward the back and on the upper shelves. A large mirror and counter with chair provides the perfect spot to select jewelry and finalize finishing outfit touches. While every closet is different, the key here is everything has a home.

NEGATIVE SPACE

Using space efficiently is important, but keep in mind every good design includes some negative space. For instance, consider adding built-ins on the long wall of your closet but keep the short wall open with a mirror.

HIDDEN STORAGE

Hidden storage is a game changer in keeping a closet visually clean. Tuck folded clothes behind closed cabinet doors if the space is multipurpose. The floor-toceiling built-ins in Keri’s closet contain folded clothes, athleisure and other items she needs as she gets ready each day. Tuck away the least-used items: Use hidden storage and the very top of the closet for out-of-season items and stuff only worn a few times a year.

ORGANIZE BY KIND AND COLOR

Group clothes by kind first and color second. This ensures quick location of that favorite shirt when it’s needed. Bonus - it’s easy on the eye. Group like with like: Gather belts, sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, work pants, dresses, button-down shirts, jeans, shorts, etc., and decide the best place to store each item as a group (e.g., hang pants in the closet, fold and stack sweaters in a bureau). Working with groupings will help you figure out how much space you need and the best way to store each type of item.

UPGRADED HANGERS

The simplest and fastest way to make a BIG difference in your closet organization is to get matching hangers that go beyond the traditional plastic or wire hangers. And for sure ditch any with paper from the dry cleaner!

BAG & SHOE STORAGE

Alternate the way shoes are facing. This ultimately helps fit more on each row and provide a visually appealing way to display those prized possessions.

Everyone understands the frustration of searching for that one clutch when rushing out for the evening. Bags benefit from a space all their own. Get clear container storage for small bags and purses so you can locate and access them easily.

MAKE A STATEMENT

Why use an armchair when you have room for a sofa? Slide up a stool and colorful area rug to complete the look. If you have excessive wall space, consider a mini gallery wall or a statement wall with wallpaper to polish things off.

SEPTEMBER 2024

events

A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 6TH

Warrior Taste Fest

The Commons 794 E Baxter Ln, Bozeman

Now in it's 6th year, this annual culinary and art extravaganza, hosted by Warriors & Quiet Waters, is a celebration of resilience, camaraderie, and the indomitable spirit of post-9/11 combat veterans and their loved ones. As the most anticipated gathering of the year, there are offerings from local breweries, distilleries, and restaurants, as well as live and silent auctions. WarriorsandQuietWaters.org

SEPTEMBER 8TH

Bozeman Half Marathon & 10K

Element Hotel 25 E Mendenhall Ave, Bozeman

Race under the Big Sky—just as the Fall leaves begin to pop and the Bridger mountains show off spectacular sunrises. The Half Marathon & 10K events partner with the Bozeman Distance Project 501(c)(3) to send local youth XC teams and clubs to competitive meets, supply uniforms, and fund other running-related programs. You can also sign up to volunteer! BozemanMarathon.com

SEPTEMBER 13TH

Downtown Bozeman Art Walk

Downtown Bozeman

Don't miss the last opportunity to stroll around town and visit over 40 participating businesses and galleries featuring local artists who often provide hors d’oeuvres and complimentary refreshments. Also, keep an eye out for local musicians performing as your stroll Main Street. DowntownBozeman.org

SEPTEMBER 13TH-15TH

Mountain Hot Tub Warehouse Sale

Mountain Hot Tub 8488 Huffine Lane, Bozeman

Don’t miss Mountain Hot Tub’s Warehouse Sale—the biggest sale of the year! Enjoy deep cash rebates or 0% for 60 months AOC financing on everything in the store. Hot tubs, saunas, swimspas, filters, and chemicals—all on sale! Stop in to take advantage of these incredible deals. Your ultimate relaxation awaits! MountainHotTub.com/Warehouse-Sale

SEPTEMBER 21ST

1st Annual Bozeman Beerfest and Concert

Gallatin County Fairgrounds 901 N Black Ave, Bozeman

A celebration of local brews, delicious food, and live music. Headlined by Taylor Austin Dye and includes your own tasting glass to fill with beer from your favorite local breweries. Don't forget to bring your favorite blanket or lawn chair to lounge on while you enjoy all the amazing brews, eats and tunes. Rain or shine!

SEPTEMBER 21ST

Bozeman Public Library Gala

Kimpton Armory Hotel 24 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman

Suave sensation Terry Cunningham and disco diva Missy O’Malley will host this evening of nonstop boogie fever and retro revelry. Enjoy cocktails, gourmet dinner, live auction, a book pull, and more. Come together to celebrate and support our beloved Bozeman Public Library! BozemanLibraryFoundation.org

MOST COVETED

Only those who have tried this on can agree a square ring is almost more comfortable than a round. This unique Marina Kessler sterling silver ring is fun on its own or looks great stacked with one, two, or more. Set with a 4mm cabochon stone off to the side for a distinct look, this modern yet edgy ring is custom made to order in your size. Available stones include Amethyst, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Iolite, Peridot and Pink Tourmaline with other stones available upon request. Stop by the Marina Kessler Studio on S 5th Ave in Bozeman or shop at MarinaKesslerJewelry.com

Mid-tone, MAX appeal