Carmel, IN September 2023

Style Issue

STYLE + BEAUTY CLOTHING FOR THE AGES

FITNESS

LIFTING IN LUXURY

Stepping Out in Style

Hello friends,

This issue celebrates the essence of style. As I reflect on this word, memories of my personal style journey come to mind. It has been intertwined with the process of discovering my authentic voice and granting myself the liberty of self-expression. In my youth, my style was heavily influenced by my peers, driven by the desire to fit in. However, as I've grown and become more comfortable in my own identity, my sense of style has evolved into a bold statement of my individuality.

When our family moved to Carmel from my home state of Oklahoma, I reflected on the ways that I hid parts of myself to fit in. With the energy of a fresh start, I made a conscious decision to show up authentically and let my personal style shine in all areas of life. One of the big things this included for me was a career change that is more authentic to me and includes creativity, connection and community. My hope is that this edition will inspire you to infuse your unique authenticity into your own sense of style in every aspect of life.

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 resonate with, from the books we read to the way we carry ourselves in conversations, style permeates every facet of our existence. Style is deeply personal, evolving as we embrace our quirks, passions, and desires. Style is a form of self-expression that communicates who we are, how we perceive the world and what we value. Thus, style becomes a powerful tool for connection, allowing us to find like-minded individuals who share our aesthetic sensibilities and what we hold dear.

In this issue, we explore a local boutique that gives options to those from the young to the young at heart, a local gym that provides a chance to work out in style, three unique getaways for families  and a how-to on home styling.

May this edition encourage you to embrace your uniqueness and allow your personal style to shine brightly. Remember, there is only one you on this planet, and there are countless others eager to connect with the authentic and remarkable individual you are!

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PUBLISHER

Andrea Kulsrud | andrea.kulsrud@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Hillarie Finley | hillarie.finley@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Emma Fitzgerald, Heather Hunter, Nadine Bubeck

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Maverick Marketing, Emily John, Nadine Bubeck

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry

VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES Tiffany Slowinski

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson

DIRECTOR OF FIRST IMPRESSIONS Jennifer Robinson

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Josh Klein

CONTROLLER Gary Johnson

AD DESIGNER Mary Albers

LAYOUT DESIGNER Kathy Nguyen

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Camp Bow Wow

Camp Bow Wow is a premier dog care facility in Carmel offering indoor and outdoor play yards your pup can romp and play in all day. We understand that your dog is more than just a pet to you – they are a beloved member of your family that deserves lots of love and attention, even when you’re away. We believe they deserve the same and treat every Camper like our furry family members.

Along with being the home of Hollywood Allstars Cheer and Tumble, this 83,000-square-foot building offers: gymnastics, karate, rhythmic gymnastics, theatre, art classes, a fine arts preschool, agility sports training, Pickleball, baseball, laser therapy, yoga, Hope Training Academy, and Crossroads Kombucha. Stop by their new location at 201 W. Carmel Drive, to check out all this space has to offer.

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House of Colour

House of Colour is a leading global image consulting company specializing in Color and Style Analysis. At House of Colour Carmel, we believe in celebrating individuality and instilling confidence. We assist clients in building sustainable wardrobes and empower individuals to embrace their authentic selves. We offer two initial appointments.  A Color and Style Analysis. We are lifelong resources offering a range of bespoke services beyond the initial appointments for all of life’s events and transitions.

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At House of Colour Carmel, we are celebrators of individuality and curators of confidence! It is our mission through bespoke color and style sessions to help clients build a lasting, easy to manage, sustainable wardrobe that not only looks great and provides confidence, but also represents each client’s authentic self. V @houseofcolourcarmel

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Clothing for the Ages

APRICOT LANE HOUSES PIECES FOR WOMEN FROM ALL GENERATIONS AND FEATURES MULTIPLE LOCAL VENDORS.

Shelly Hudson is passionate about fashion and helping shoppers at Apricot Lane (AL) find that perfect article of clothing that skyrockets their confidence. Working alongside her mother, sister, and daughter, Shelly strives to create an atmosphere to suit all generations and bring shoppers joy amid the chaos in our world.

A little back dress is a musthave for every woman, regardless of age. AL features many styles, including an elegant tulle floorlength gown with a v-neck bodice and criss-cross back, perfect for evening events. Consider a capsleeve lace mini dress with a silk tie at the neck for a classy feel for a daytime look. Feeling fun and flirty? Opt for a lacey, tiered halter mini dress. Pair it with colorful heels and your favorite dangle earrings for a look that doesn't miss.

AL has perfect options for upcoming weddings or black tie events, like our midi mint-blue floral dress with long sleeves and a modest v-neck. Choose a champagne satin dress with a corset bodice, bustled skirt, and a subtle slit for a stunning evening look.

Whether it's for a date night or a girl's night out, the possibilities are endless at AL. From lace and tulle to satin and florals, there's something for everyone, including pleather pants!

If there is one staple everyone needs in their closet, it's a good pair of jeans for versatile outfits, including Good American. Overall, there is something for people of all stages of life.

LIFTING IN LUXURY

How Steve Pirt is Bringing Class and Style to the Fitness Industry

Steve Pirt

UNLIKE A WAREHOUSE GYM, YOU’VE MADE FLEXWERK FITNESS PRIVATE, PREMIUM, AND PERSONALIZED. WHAT MAKES IT “PRIVATE” AND “PREMIUM”?

FlexWerk Fitness is not your ordinary gym. Boasting private, premium, and personalized spaces for elevated workouts, the sleek, high-tech facility is a fitness professional’s dream come true. Carmel City Lifestyle talked with founder Steve Pirt about what makes the facility so revolutionary compared to the typical gym.

Each booking is handled by a friction-free ecosystem proprietary to us, and nobody gains access to the lobby or FlexSpaces without enrollment in our FlexWerk app. We secure your privacy and data inside the FlexSpaces with a private VPN server. Inside the spaces, everything from the Ecore flooring and beyond is handcrafted for serious and intense workouts. Every piece of equipment is customized and manufactured in Italy, all with an environmentally friendly approach and expert craftsmanship. You can come in and do exercises that you couldn’t even think about doing at a normal gym because of all of the personalization options.

“Every material, design, and piece of equipment was relentlessly reverseengineered from one question: How do I provide fitness professionals the space, equipment, and technology they need to succeed?”

WHAT ABOUT PERSONALIZATION? HOW CAN YOUR GUESTS STYLE THE SPACE FOR THEIR WORKOUTS?

We have three “FlexSpace” tiers: Plus, Standard, and Connect. All of them are customizable, but Plus and Standard have technology walls that allow you to cast from your phone with a commercial-grade sound system. Play your own music, put on a YouTube workout, view your personalized workout of the day from our FlexWerk Pro app up on the screen, or film your own content – which is something we encourage. If you’ve ever wanted to become a fitness influencer, FlexWerk’s amenities will help you get there. You can program the color of the light tiles, which modulate noise and have presets for both audio and video. And it can all be done in seconds.

WHAT TOOLS DOES FWF PROVIDE FOR FITNESS PROFESSIONALS TO STYLE BESPOKE WORKOUTS FOR THEIR CLIENTS?

Our equipment gives fitness professionals nearly unlimited possibilities for in-person training: nearly 1000 kilos of weights and multiple racks that can support any type of workout. They can also record their own content in our spaces, then send their clients to FlexWerk to follow those pre-recorded workouts on the same equipment. FlexWerk provides unique opportunities for trainers, clients, and our guests. For example, we had a group class recently where the trainer filmed his workout live and broadcasted it in each FlexSpace.

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO CREATE A UNIQUE FACILITY LIKE THIS?

I became a certified personal trainer in 2000. Since then, I climbed the corporate ladder in the fitness industry, observing the need for this type of solution nationwide. Along the way, I’ve been creating teams, removing inefficiencies, and working on building simple processes that give fitness professionals opportunities to succeed. 80% of fitness professionals need a second career. I thought if I could build a model that provided private space, tools to win, and the right equipment, it could empower millions in the fitness industry to become their own boss, earn great money, and have long-lasting, rewarding careers doing what they love.

WHAT’S YOUR HOPE FOR YOUR GUESTS AND FOR THE FITNESS INDUSTRY AS A WHOLE?

My general hope is that we get more people involved in fitness globally. As for our guests, our mission is to provide the private, premium, personalized spaces to have great fitness experiences and live healthier, productive lives.

Three UltraUnique Getaways for Families

A TRIO OF FUN-FILLED ESCAPES THAT WILL LEAVE YOUR FAMILY BEGGING FOR MORE

Introducing Vermejo...

“At the end of the day, your feet should be dirty, your hair messy and your eyes sparkling.”

Bienvenidos to Raton, New Mexico, home to Vermejo Ted Turner Reserves. Flaunting over 550,000 acres of picturesque terrain, Vermejo will welcome your family to a crown jewel of natural beauty.

This destination invites you to custom plan a swoon-worthy experience; choose between kid-friendly fishing expeditions, hiking tours, horseback rides, archery, and more. Indulge in your choice of luxe accommodations and take your taste pallet on a culinary adventure thanks to delectable dining options.

Notably, the property values conservation efforts including the protection of wildlife like bison and wolves.

Rates inclusive of meals and two daily activities.

Introducing Glenwood Springs...

“The greatest legacy we can leave our children is happy memories.”

Happy memories await in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Known for its hot springs, the Rocky Mountain resort city is rich with wildlife and sheer beauty. Offering an array of family-friendly activities, the area is home to the esteemed Glenwood Springs Adventure Park, a must-do with amusement rides and subterranean caverns—a magical geological excursion.

Surely, you’ll want to take a dip in the world’s largest mineral hot springs pool. Invigorating and rejuvenating for adults and super fun for kids, there’s a vast splash zone, water slide, diving board, and lap lanes.

Glenwood Springs is primed with pristine river spots; the white water is mild and ideal for guided rafting adventures. You can also rent duckies (inflatable kayaks) or paddleboards.

If you’re going to check one hike off your list, opt for the Doc Holliday memorial, and for older kids, explore mountain biking paths for every skill on the paved Rio Grande Trail. In addition, Bair Ranch, located in Glenwood Canyon, offers several activities like horseback riding, ATV & Jeep tours, and sport clay shooting.

Family accommodations include Hotel Glenwood Springs, located at the Glenwood Gondola base that goes to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park. The property also flaunts a small indoor water facility. For included admission to the hot springs pool, families can also book the Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge. The exciting city has over 80 restaurant choices as well.

Introducing Snow Mountain Ranch...

“Never underestimate the importance of having fun.”

Consider Snow Mountain Ranch a fun hub for families; a camp-like atmosphere for those seeking a genuine back-tothe-basics escape. Located in Grand Country Colorado, the YMCA of the Rockies destination is what vacation is meant to be... packed with frivolous play. Awake to breathtaking mountain views and the sound of songbirds, and after an actionpacked day, witness a dreamy sunset from your personal porch.

Accommodations vary; choose between private cabins, spacious lodge rooms, scenic campgrounds, or yurts. Cabins can sleep up to 12, and are equipped with full kitchens, a fireplace, and a deck. You’ll likely spot some deer outside your front door.

Included in all stays: roller skating, swimming, mini-golf, sports, hiking/biking trails, nature walks, and more. But

what makes Snow Mountain extra special are the entertaining “extras.” To make the most out of your stay, partake in archery, axe throwing, horseback riding, arts/crafting, knot-tying, geocaching, and beyond. Plus, there are tons of educational programs that teach guests about local wildlife like bears and wolves. And here’s a tip; if you’re craving some adult-only time, choose to register your child (ages 3+) for summer day camp. Grown-ups can do some adventuring of their own while the kids get a taste of what summer’s supposed to be. And as for food, there’s an array of on-site dining options available.

Everyone will feel like a kid at Snow Mountain Ranch, and the secret’s out; cabins book far in advance, so be sure to secure your spot well ahead of time.

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Modish Pools specializes in unique designs and custom features tailored to each client’s specific needs. Whether it be the design and construction of a new pool or the renovation of an existing one, let Modish Pools help you make your backyard dreams a reality.

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CREATING YOUR HOME

The art of styling your home.

Home styling is more than space planning and staging - the most important part of the discovery is you. It’s personal. It’s about learning what brings you joy, sourcing and coordinating the things you love, and arranging them in a way that functions beautifully, looks stylish, and, most importantly, feels like home.

When it comes to styling your home, Sandy Mahoney from Create Home, a curated home store, encourages you to keep in mind these three simple things:

FAVORITES

“Some people don’t recognize their own favorites,” says Sandy. “We have a job to find what favorites work.” She understands that people know what they like generally but can struggle to pull those things into their home. Incorporating a client’s favorite aspects into a design, even small things like an antique clock, a gift from a family member, or a piece of art that they love, are what turns a space into a home.

COLLABORATION

More than knowledge of home decoration, architecture, and style, a big part of an interior designer is simply pushing people out of their comfort zones. “Stylists get people to think about something they haven’t thought about before,” Sandy explains. “Crafting ideas between the expertise of the designer and preferences of the client produce better ideas than any single party could come up with on their own.”

STYLING

Sandy laughs when pressed about styling. “I mean, we don’t cut our own hair,” she remarks. Her point here is that home stylists, like hair stylists, have a specific area of expertise. They enhance the function of space, solve challenges, and have a wealth of experience to draw from. They know how to build rooms around clients’ preferences while still creating an aesthetic space they know the client will love.

PRO-TIP:

When using a neutral palette combine texture and contrast to create a softer look that feels like home.

Weaving some of everyone’s favorite things into the design process creates a connection to the space and your home.

An important aspect of designing a home for the whole family is getting input from everyone. “If each person is involved, even in a small way, it creates a different connection to your home,” says Sandy. She adds that there are a lot of ways to involve every member of the family, from letting them add to specific rooms to simply including some of their favorites around the house. “We’ve had kids come paint part of the walls in their room with their favorite color to let them feel like they’re part of the process.” However, Sandy ensures that everything comes together in the end. “Don’t worry, we always re-paint.”

Sandra Mahoney, founder of Create Home in Excelsior, MN, has been sought out by clients and followers for her artful, eclectic design and keen ability to create home collections. As a real estate broker, interior designer, and home builder, Sandy loves helping people. For years, she has helped many find and design their homes.

events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

THURSDAYS IN

Innate Way Wellness: Postpartum Support Groups

7440 N. SHADELAND AVE., SUITE 204, INDIANAPOLIS | 10:00 AM

Join Hannah Anspaugh, FNP and perinatal mental health expert, for a transformative postpartum support group. Every Thursday (10:00-11:30 a.m.) in September, find solace and understanding, share experiences, build connections, and receive support. Don't navigate the journey of motherhood alone! Discover a safe haven that fosters healing and growth in the beautiful, challenging experience of motherhood. Infants under four months welcome.

SEPTEMBER 9TH

Artmobilia

CARMEL ARTS & DESIGN DISTRICT | 11:00 AM

Featuring nearly 500 enthusiast and collector cars on Carmel streets from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., the Artomobilia boasts one of the most eclectic gatherings of original, period-correct cars, including Supercar, Exotic, Sports Car, Classics, Racers, Historically Preserved, and more. Find something for everyone at ARTOMOBILIA. Enjoy automotive art and embrace the artwork of local galleries. No admission charge. www.artomobilia.org

SEPTEMBER 16TH

2023 Roundabout Ride

MIDTOWN PLAZA | 8:00 AM

Bike Carmel's Roundabout Ride offers two distance options: 25 and 50-mile rides. Rides have limited capacity, so register ASAP! Roads are still open to vehicle traffic during the rides, but the Carmel PD will manage traffic and safety. Day-of registration is from 7:00-7:45 a.m. and a post-ride meal is at Midtown Plaza. Visit: bikereg.com/bike-carmel-roundabout-ride for registration and ride information.

SEPTEMBER 17TH

Carmel Porch Fest

CARMEL ARTS AND DESIGN CENTER | 12:00 PM

Carmel PorchFest is a free, family-friendly community event from noon - 6:00 p.m.; where a variety of musical acts perform live on neighborhood porches. Food and beverage vendors are available. The featured musical acts range from acoustic to electric, solo to ensemble covering multiple different musical genres. This community favorite event draws a large crowd of music lovers! www.carmelporchfest.org

SEPTEMBER 23RD & 24TH

Carmel International Arts Festival (CIAF)

MAIN STREET AND RANGELINE ROAD | 10:00 AM

The CIAF is a 502(c)(3) organization whose mission is  Educating the Community Through the Arts. This mission is carried out through a 2-day festival in Carmel's Arts and Design District. CIAF brings over 100 artists in different mediums to provide the community with samplings to purchase and take home. The festival includes food, music, and family fun. carmelartsfestival.org/about/

SEPTEMBER 30TH

Children's TherAplay Hoe-Down

CHILDREN'S THERAPLAY FOUNDATION (9919 TOWNE ROAD, CARMEL, IN) | 6:30 PM

Dust off your cowboy hat, pull on your boots, and giddy-up! Join the fun from 6:30-11:00 p.m. Event includes live and silent auctions, music from Corey Cox, BBQ Dinner, meeting horses, and more! Your support and generosity help provide more than 950 equine-assisted physical, occupational, and speech therapy treatments monthly for kiddos with disabilities and/or unique needs. Details: https://www.childrenstheraplay.org/hoe-down2022#MainEventDetails

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