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LIFESTYLE LETTER

SEPTEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Candice Berube | candice.berube@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Style + Beauty Abounds Across Westfield and Southwick MY FAVORITE PART ABOUT BRINGING WESTFIELD LIFESTYLE TO THE COMMUNITY IS THAT I HAVE THE PRIVILEGE TO BE PART OF WESTFIELD AND SOUTHWICK'S AMAZING GROWTH MONTH AFTER MONTH. The Style and Beauty industry are a big part of this growth, and how fun to inspire you with their stories and shed light on our unique finds in our gift giving guide!

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Matthew Endersbe L AYO UT DESIGNER

Kelsey Proctor CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Andrea Bugbee, Nicole Wzorek, Kelly Miller CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Kat Kattler Photography, Hannah Josephine Photography

You may not be aware, but Westfield has a talented dress designer in Nicole Wzorek - isn't our cover stunning? Southwick town staple, Designer’s Edge Salon and Spa, continues to bring cutting edge hair and cosmetic services to the community. And perhaps you've wondered about The Spa in Westfield. . .read ahead to learn more! Have you heard about permanent makeup? It is more than just micro-blading, and Kelly Miller shares how she brings her expertise to her clients. Additionally, it is our pleasure to share Southwick Insurance Agency's story as they celebrate their 35 years in business. Lastly, be sure to read up on our Local Experiences, and check out the different locations for fashion and beauty!

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Proverbs 3:5-6 Westfield Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the Westfield areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Westfield Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2021

FEATURES 18 Southwick Insurance Agency Keeping promises close to home

22 Nicole Wzorek Designs Bringing my customers’ vision to life!

26 The Spa A Med Spa at New England Dermatology & Laser Center

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34 Designer’s Edge Salon and Spa Beauty’s Best with a Homey Feel

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GOOD TIMES

Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce The Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce held it’s first in person After 5 Connection in 2021 at the Westfield Starfires field on July 20th. They were so happy to see their members again and enjoy an evening of networking while watching a great game! www.westfieldbiz.org.

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SOUTHWICK 250TH BIRTHDAY PARADE The Southwick 250 Committee is holding the rescheduled town birthday parade on October 16, 2021. Interested parties may sign up on the Southwick

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GREAT FAMILY PHOTO SHOOT LOCATIONS + Grandmother's Garden portrays the perfect background for any kind of photoshoot! Smith Ave, Westfield, MA + Amelia's Garden at Amelia Park is a great location for some portraits. 21 South Broad Street, Westfield, MA + Half Mile Falls Park offers beautiful scenery for any photoshoot! 3 N Elm St, Westfield, MA + Hampton Ponds State Park provides a great beach background! 1048 N Rd, Westfield, MA + Any spot in Stanley Park is a stunning location for a family photo shoot. 400 Western Ave, Westfield, MA

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LOCAL FASHION FINDS + Rosewood Home & Gifts is your local destination for all gifting, home decor and women’s clothing needs! 34 Elm Street, Westfield, MA + At Pilgrim Candle Co make sure to browse through the lovely jewelry, clothing, handbags and accessories that will make your look complete! 16/36 Union Avenue, Westfield, MA + Head to Giftology Westfield to find the perfect gift! 99 Springfield Street, Westfield, MA + Looking for the perfect date night outfit? Visit Be Bella Boutique! 34 School Street, Westfield, MA + A Sophisticated Boutique is a boutique where you can create your own unique endless styles! 28 Main Street, Westfield, MA

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OUR TOWN

Southwick Insurance

Agency KEEPING PROMISES CLOSE TO HOME ARTICLE ANDREA BUGBEE PHOTOGRAPHY HANNAH JOSEPHINE PHOTOGRAPHY

BACK IN THE 1980S, SOUTHWICK NATIVE DAN HESS LEFT

“We had a family whose house burned down last winter.

HIS FIRST CAREER AS A MIDDLE SCHOOL HEALTH AND PE

They had a newborn, a week old,” he said. When he found

TEACHER TO TRY SOMETHING NEW. He began selling insurance.

out, Hess immediately sounded the alarm with friends and

“I was taking a chance, that’s for sure,” this entrepreneur said,

associates to secure the family a place to stay while their

harkening back to Southwick Insurance Agency’s earliest days. “I

house was being rebuilt.

remember taking a loan from the Money Store for $25,000 to get

“We found them a home within a week. I take pride in that.

started. It’s very difficult for a new agent. You don’t have customers.

Those are the things that make you feel good,” Hess said.

You don’t have money. All you have is your license.”

“Insurance isn’t selling people a shiny new object. It’s selling

Thirty-five years later, it’s safe to say Hess’s chance was one worth

a promise, and I like to keep my promises.”

taking. Today, Southwick Insurance Agency has 8,000 customers

More than that, Hess said, “It’s part of my DNA to protect

from across Hampden County, and he says his business has been

the community.” He donates regularly to the police. He paid

growing at a rate of 5% to 10% per year.

for a dumpster to rid North Pond of trash and debris, and

As with many of today’s small businesses, his biggest competitors come from the internet.

he’s been a backbone supporter of residents’ groups such as Citizens Restoring Congamond and Save Southwick.

“People think if they go online they’re going to save money,” Hess

Asked why he supports our area so staunchly, Hess

said. “But I’d say we take two customers for every one the online

offered an answer no internet company ever could. “Well,

companies take from us. Our rates are competitive, and we provide

because I live here,” he said.

a lot more service.” Southwick Insurance shops multiple companies for the best prices. They also provide registry service, claims assistance, and

“Southwick is a beautiful community. We have our farms. We have our lakes. We have such a nice town. I just want to keep it that way.”

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NICOLE WZOREK BRINGING MY CUSTOMERS’ VISION TO LIFE!

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WHAT INSPIRED ME TO START DESIGNING. I was never into

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fashion design, until one day in college I signed up for a design

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competition. After making a gown for the contest, I was fasci-

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WHAT MAKES THE SPA DIFFERENT FROM OTHER MED SPAS? We work as an extension of our physicians. This is unique at our location as our physicians are on site. We offer medical treatments like

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STYLE AND BEAUTY GIFT GUIDE ARTICLE MADELINE LEBLANC

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I love all things fashion and food, when choosing these items my inner fashionista came out! I hope you enjoy!

STYLE IS THE BEST WAY TO EXPRESS YOURSELF AND WHO YOU ARE. We set out to discover the best style and beauty gifts for women at our local boutiques and here is what we found...

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06 01 HILLTOWN CHIC, customizable hats $25 each or 2 for $45, 24 School St, Westfield | 02 ROSEWOOD HOME & GIFTS, home decor and accessories range from $25-$77, 34 Elm St, Westfield | 03 BE BELLA BOUTIQUE, accessories and clothing items range from $22-$62, 34 School St, Westfield | 04 PILGRIM CANDLE CO, Caroline Hill accessories range from $15-$60, 36 Union Ave, Westfield | 05 BUDSUDS SOAPERY, hand-made soaps $8 each or 4 for $24, 14 School St, Westfield | 06 GIFTOLOGY WESTFIELD, handmade from sand, Dune jewelry, range from $225-$325, 99 Springfield St, Westfield

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Owner, Ashley Augustus

BEAUTY’S BEST WITH A HOMEY FEEL

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Staff at Designer's Edge

DESIGNER’S EDGE IS A CORNER OASIS LOCALS RELY ON FOR EVERYTHING FROM QUALITY HAIRCUTS TO SIGNATURE, HAND-BLENDED BALAYAGE. This sophisticated salon is Southwick’s source for color maintenance, root shading, skin treatments, brow shaping, Brazilian blowouts, disaster corrections, first haircuts, special-day makeovers, and spa “aaahs.” Designer’s Edge offers top-shelf amenities - yet it’s the comfortable, family atmosphere customers love most of all. “We like positive energy. We don’t want any negativity here,” said Ashley Augustus, Designer’s Edge lead artist and owner. “Everybody says when they come in here they can talk with anyone, not just their stylist. We try to create that homey feel.” One reason Designer’s Edge feels like family is because it’s a family business. Augustus’s mom, Denise Jenkins, started this Southwick icon forty years ago when puffy perms and blue eyeshadow were all the rage. Styles have changed, but Jenkins’s warmhearted ways and attention to excellence remain this business’s brand. “We have a tradition of mentorship,” explained Augustus, a talented artist in her own right and just as cozy to chat with as her mom. Through their Associate Program, Designer’s Edge hand-selects new stylists they feel will flourish, then pairs them with a senior stylist who guides their growth as they master beauty’s complex science, perfect their technique, and hone their hearing to understand each client’s unique challenges and ideals. CONTINUED >

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“The goal is to grow, and continue to grow,” Augustus said, referring to the constant education she offers her staff of nearly 20. Beyond the Associate Program, Designer’s Edge is a Redkin Elite Salon and regularly hosts outside artists for professional trainings. Augustus added, “We’re a very sharing staff, too.” Stylists swap tips, friendly conversations flow between booths, and there’s zero drama if a client is desperate for a haircut and needs to see someone new. The result is a salon where customers leave looking great - and feeling like they just spent the hour catching up with friends. “We try to bring out our clients’ inner beauty, too. You know what I mean?” Augustus asked. Occasionally, she said, she’ll have a client who fixates on a perceived defect with their natural looks. “I have to tap them on the shoulder and say, ‘Stop it. You’re beautiful.’” The tone she uses, like a sister’s, is honest and kind. After all, Augustus is a stylish woman not afraid to let her customers know that beauty goes far beyond what they can buy in a bottle. “It’s ‘look good, feel good’ for sure, but you can only change your hair so much. Maybe try a new lipstick or buy a new outfit,” she said. “And don’t forget about all the other aspects of life that make you feel good, too.” Sage advice and the best in beauty aside, “Our niche is, ‘You’re going to come in here and you’re going to get a good haircut.’ That’s what we’re known for,” Augustus said. “We always want to be the best of Southwick hair. We’ve been blessed to be super busy.” www.designersedgesalonspa.com

“ It ’s ‘ lo o k g o o d , fe e l g o o d ’ fo r sure, b ut d o n’ t forg et ab o ut all t h e ot h e r a sp e c t s of life t h at m ake yo u fe e l g oo d , t o o.”

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Stylist, Adina Pignatare

GIFTOLOGY WESTFIELD NOW OPEN!

Giftology specializes in unique gifts from over 150 vendors. After revamping the concept to focus on supporting small business, we wanted to adjusted our approach to our customers’ shopping needs and experience. We still offer Pandora Jewelry, Brumate, Mud Pie, and many others. However, we now also carry over 100 small vendors such as Dune Jewelry, Lynn and Lianna Serveware, Scout, and the wildly popular Love Mich coozies. Giftology is also collaborating with The Vintage Petal to offer fresh flowers with a vintage twist.

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1 WESTFIELD WOMAN'S CLUB 23RD ANNUAL SUMMER TEA

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Trifles, Raffles, and a light lunch! 1pm-4pm at Stanley Park. Tickets are $25. Make checks payable to Westfield Women's Club and mail to WWC Summer Tea, P.O Box 651, Westfield 01086.

3 ACOUSTIC KG WITH CHRIS CIRULLO

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Free concert at Westfield River Brewing featuring Acoustic KG with Chris Cirullo 6pm-9pm. For more info, visit www.westfieldriverbrewing.com.

3, 10, 17, 24 HOLISTIC FARMERS MARKET

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7, 9 GENTLE YOGA

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8 TAI CHI

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Adults come join us for a gentle Tai Chi Class, 3:30pm 4:30pm in the Lang Auditorium! To inquire, email Becky at bblackburn@westath.org.

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13 AFTER 5 CONNECTION

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19 ARCADIA FOLK FESTIVAL

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This outdoor fall musical event will bring the community together around music in the heart of the

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20 SOUND MEDITATION

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Join Denise for a Sacred Sound Journey and Guided Meditation. Come immerse yourself in the synergy of sacred sounds and guided meditation with crystal and Tibetan bowls, rhythm of drums, gongs and more. 6pm. 413-642-5587.

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