Recent Style & Beauty Articles

Shop Smarter!

Shop Smarter!

We could all use a few tips on shopping smarter—on how to shop and what to know. Next time you shop at a local boutique, a mall, even online, consider these points. Arm yourself with information, so you can shop with direction and purpose. The result? Clothes you'll...

Beauty Beat: Deb Clark

Beauty Beat: Deb Clark

Merchandise Manager & Women's Clothing Buyer | Leigh's What are your top five beauty tips? Always remove your makeup at the end of your day—and moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! Apply a lip liner to define your lips and prevent streaking. Add eyelash extensions...

Pampered to Perfection

Pampered to Perfection

Enjoy your best hair day—every day. The Parlour Blow Dry Bar + Full Service Salon, located inside CityFlats Hotel in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, is a luxurious experience within walking distance of many other must-see Grand Rapids destinations. Enjoy a glass...

A Creative Resilience: Heidi Henion

A Creative Resilience: Heidi Henion

Heidi Henion started making decorative wooden signs for her child's nursery when she couldn't find the right ones she wanted. She was churning out gorgeous script signs that say "hello," "thankful" or "gather" (and almost any other expression you can think of) for...

Consignment and the Art of Editing Your Closet

Consignment and the Art of Editing Your Closet

Have you ever consigned your clothing? If not, now's the time! Consignment is a great—and sustainable—way to make money from your gently used clothes. It feels good knowing someone else can love one of the items that you have moved on from. Keep in mind that...

Invest in You

Invest in You

Know the value of style with a new take on investment. "You should invest in pieces that you need to fit your lifestyle," said Deb Clark, merchandise manager and buyer at Leigh's. "You can be litigating at a law firm or heading into a business casual office, so an...

Beauty Beat: Veverly Austin

Beauty Beat: Veverly Austin

VEVERLY AUSTINFounder | Girl, Get Your Fight Back Inc. | Rock'n the Runway | Confident Wear Boutique What are your top five beauty tips? Smile. A lot! I've decreased stress in my life with consistent meditation, lots of water and prayer. Always wash your face at night...

Outdoor Recreation Is for Girls!

Outdoor Recreation Is for Girls!

Getting on a trail, slope or waterway is beneficial to everyone's physical and mental health. Through outdoor recreation, you can relax, get a thrill and make lasting memories. Yet it often feels like adventure recreation is a domain mainly for men; equipment,...

Accessories, Anyone?

Accessories, Anyone?

Simple, yet fashionable add-ons take your winter ensemble up a notch. We have classic, shiny, sporty and strong style supplements—something to fit all interests. Photo courtesy of Dear Prudence. Ponchos make life easy. Wearing a T-shirt and jeans? Add a poncho and a...

Beauty Beat: Liz Powell

Beauty Beat: Liz Powell

Liz PowellRetired | American Cancer Society | Best Mom Ever What are your top five beauty tips? Moisturize daily.I like to apply my lotion right after I step out of the shower, while my skin is still a little damp. Work with what you have.I think it's important to...