Life + Culture

A Pride of Her Own

the craving for connection in our female communities Article by Lauren Piland Since the dawn of time, many life forms have been built around its communities. And at the heart of most, are the females.    Females that nurture.  Females that lead.  Females that connect.    From prides of lionesses and queen bees, to matriarchal indigenous tribes and bands of voices for women’s rights, to the lifelong bonds of female friendships - to know, and to be cared for by women is something fierce.  ...

Entertainment

"The Girl"

Talking animals, singing creeks, a strange and fantastical land! This is where a young girl finds herself suddenly embarking on an adventure! Article by Leeah V. Books | Photography by Sammy Jay Art Chapter 7 She awoke the next morning to the sight of a horse drinking water from the creek that lay next to her. She sat up staring at him as she rubbed the sleepiness away from her eyes. She saw the horse was mostly white and dappled with dark gray spots all over his tall muscular body that was...

Beauty

Empire State of Glow

redefining beauty & restoring confidence, one body at a time Article by Lauren Piland | Photography by G. Nichols Photography To glow is to emit light, radiate heat or emanate a feeling of passion.    A feeling that Angie Ramirez believes women should feel about themselves everyday. Growing up in Bogota, Colombia, radiating energies are evident in their culture, their spirit, and their way of life.    She explains that Colombian women are known to be very in tune with their appearance...

Wellness

Fighting Her Fire Within

how one woman got curious, and found her own path to healing Article by Lauren Piland Many early twenty-somethings yearn for exploration, adventure and finding purpose to set the stage for entering adulthood. From jungles to the outback, from rocky roads to smooth sails.    And, Koehl Robinson felt that itch. With a natural entrepreneurial spirit from her parents, and an indomitable heart that thrived on curiosity, it came as no surprise that she had already ventured into starting three...

Local Services

From Misfits to Monarchs

one woman’s fierce fight for rebirth and reemergence Article by Lauren Piland Monarch butterflies are known to most for their beautiful reemergence. Meandering from a once prickly caterpillar, and growing into an illustrious marvel. One that takes determination, strength and instinct before embarking on their journey ahead.    Tyler Smith has personified that journey. One that started with self-imprisonment and addiction, and leading to actual incarceration and rock bottom. But, what...

Life + Culture

A Toast to Katy

In our inaugural issue of Katy City Lifestyle, we want to toast to you, Katy, TX! Our home, sweet home. Article by Lauren Piland | Photography by City of Katy From the historic whispers of Katy Heritage Park,  to the neighborly strolls of Cane Island, to the meandering shops of the historic district,  to the crepe myrtle dotted boulevards of Cinco Ranch,  and everywhere in between.    Katy, Texas has become a quintessential community spurring from our portly neighbor to the...

Life + Culture

Get To Know Katy's Lifestyle Publisher

These Are a Few Of My Favorite Things Article by Shawna Hinman My Pool An outdoor enthusiast at heart, I find my reset in the sunshine, mostly poolside during Texas summers. If my husband were on board, I’d happily trade it all in for a treehouse one day.  Until then, you’ll find me soaking up every moment outside whenever I can. Dogs My family has three dogs, but I am completely obsessed with my German Shorthaired Pointer, Magnolia. If you’ve ever had a “soul dog” or a dog that felt like...

Health + Wellness

Cold Dips & Hot Sips

Cinco Ranch’s one stop wellness spot for all things icy, steamy, chilled or infrared Article by Lauren Piland | Photography by Jeannette Stagg One might think of wellness as an individual commitment, but in Cinco Ranch, both health and community are at the CORE.    Nestled as cozy neighbors on Katy-Gaston Rd, CORE Recovery Lounge, Happy Cactus Coffee Co. and F45 Training Cinco Ranch West are making wellness routines and healthy habits a group effort.    You might have heard of F45 Training...

Home + Design

The Making of a Home

Envisioning Home, Envisioning Possibilities for Every Phase of Life Article by Lauren Piland | Photography by Luxury Lens Media & Diaography Many people dream of working hard and owning their own house one day. But making that space truly feel like home, might feel like a daunting task.  As the Founder and Lead Designer of her own studio, Shauntelle Parham designs spaces for clients that feel like an inviting escape, function like a seasoned orchestra, and surround the senses like an...

Food + Beverage

Josiah’s Culinary Adventures: A Cozy Beginning with Hearty Vegetable Soup

Every brand has a heartbeat — and for me, part of that heartbeat lives in my kitchen.If you’ve followed along for any amount of time, you know that design and lifestyle are deeply connected in my world. The comfort you feel in a beautifully layered home is the same comfort you feel when something warm is simmering on the stove. Design elevates the space… but food brings it to life.And that’s exactly why I started sharing more of my son Josiah’s journey into cooking through Josiah’s Culinary...