Beauty

The Capsule Wardrobe Every Man Should Own

Style doesn’t have to be complicated. Article by Amani Skalacki | Photography by Emmalee Rathsam A capsule wardrobe is all about quality over quantity — a streamlined collection of timeless pieces that work together and never go out of style. Think of it as the backbone of your closet, where every item earns its place and serves a purpose. Originally, the concept of a capsule wardrobe was geared toward men — not because men chase trends, but often because they skip the basics. Many overlook...

Food + Beverage

Club 27

Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Club 27 Restaurant, located within Sykes/Lady Overland Park Golf Club, has been perfecting the art of relaxed-yet-refined dining since its opening in 2019. Now, thanks to recent wins for Best Outdoor Dining and Best Happy Hour in the 2025 Kansas City Favorites Awards, what was once a local favorite is now officially on the map as a go-to restaurant in Kansas City. More than just a clubhouse restaurant, Club 27 has become the hangout spot for...

Local Services

Radiant Color Studio Helping Clients Discover Confidence Through Color

Article by Jamie Segall | Photography by Janie Jones Let’s face it, choosing what to wear can sometimes feel like a guessing game. We’ve all stood in front of the mirror wondering why that “perfect” top suddenly makes us look tired or washed out. Enter Ally Conner, founder of Radiant Color Studio in the Kansas City area, who is on a mission to take the guesswork out of getting dressed. Ally isn’t just a color expert. She’s a licensed cosmetologist with over 15 years of experience in beauty and...

Event Planning + Services

Paws & Purpose

The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City partners with event experts CREATEDkc Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Provided On October 23, 2025, The Oliver in Kansas City’s historic West Bottoms will come alive with the sound of dueling pianos, clinking glasses, and Kansas City’s unmatched energy, for a cause that hits home for thousands of local pet lovers. The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City is hosting its largest fundraiser of the year: Paws & Purpose . And this time, they’re...

Arts + Culture

The Style Approach

Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones When Danielle Huppe moved from the fast-paced fashion world of New York to Kansas City a few years ago, she didn’t leave her style instincts behind. Instead, she brought with her a deep passion for personal expression, a heart for community, and over 20 years of industry experience. The result is The Style Approach, a Kansas City-based styling company built on the belief that fashion should be personal, empowering, and accessible to all. ...

Arts + Culture

Breaking Through Barriers:

Operation Breakthrough’s Mission of Hope Article by Angela Broockerd In the heart of Kansas City, Operation Breakthrough is doing more than just offering help—it’s building futures. With a mission to surround the city’s most vulnerable children and families with opportunity, care, and support, this nonprofit is transforming lives from the cradle to college and career. Each day, more than 750 children walk through the doors of Operation Breakthrough (OB), many from families surviving on less...

Sports + Recreation

Children can find peace in the saddle

A horse mirrors the mood of a child and that connection is invaluable Article by Judy Goppert | Photography by Janie Jones When a young person rides a horse, that horse can have an amazing calming effect on their mood. For anxiety, the horse is a mirror to whatever we are feeling while we sit on them or are around them, so they learn to control their emotions. This is what Susan Tullock has seen through her years of teaching kids to ride at Tullock Performance Horses.  The benefits are far...

Local Services

Foster Light

Article by Alicia Holecek | Photography by Janie Jones Most days, Katie Welch juggles swim meets, tutoring sessions and dinner at a crowded kitchen  table. But amid the noise of family life, she’s quietly building something powerful. Three years  ago, Katie launched Foster Light, a nonprofit that offers behind-the-scenes support to foster  families across Kansas City.  Welch, a former inner-city art teacher and now mother to six, knows firsthand the emotional  chaos and beauty of foster...

Entertainment

MALEK AZRAEL & THE VIBEZ

Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones If you’ve been out and about catching live music in Kansas City lately, chances are you’ve heard the name MALEK AZRAEL & THE VIBEZ. Whether you caught their electric set at Boulevardia or streamed their newest release Feels Like..., this genre-blending band is turning heads. Fronted by MALEK AZRAEL, a singer, songwriter, and producer with deep roots in the Midwest, the group is making waves with a sound that slips between indie rock, R&B...

Life + Culture

Sit. Stay. Succeed.

Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones For many pet owners in Johnson County, their dog is more than just a companion; they're family. And just like any family member, our dogs deserve the right tools, structure, and support to thrive. That’s exactly what Zoom Room Dog Training delivers. A modern, upbeat training experience that goes far beyond basic obedience.   At its core, Zoom Room offers a wide range of training services tailored to meet the needs of every dog, no matter...