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2 months ago | 
wellingtonquarterlymagazine.com | Colleen Richmond
Nestled directly on the sand in Fort Lauderdale, the Pelican Grand Beach Resort is a rare gem—one of the only resorts in the area that sits right on the beach, with no busy road separating you from the ocean.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Brie Williams |Colleen Richmond
Ingredients: 1 ½ oz bourbon or whiskey1 tbsp honey½ fresh lemon (juiced)1 cup hot waterLemon wheel and cinnamon stick for garnish Directions:Combine bourbon, honey, and lemon juice in a mug. Add hot water, stir, and garnish with a lemon wheel and cinnamon stick. Ingredients: 1 ½ oz peppermint schnapps1 cup rich hot chocolateWhipped creamCrushed candy canes for garnish Directions:Prepare hot chocolate, stir in peppermint schnapps, and top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.
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Nov 12, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Colleen Richmond
MEET JANE UBELL-MEYER-A DYNAMIC ENTREPRENEUR WITH A KNACK FOR TURNING CREATIVE IDEAS INTO GROUNDBREAKING BUSINESSES. AFTER A STELLAR CAREER AS A TV AND FILM PRODUCER, JANE MADE A SURPRISING YET INSPIRED LEAP INTO THE WORLD OF BOOK MARKETING. TODAY, AS THE FOUNDER OF BEDSIDE READING, SHE'S RESHAPING THE WAY TRAVELERS EXPERIENCE LUXURY HOTELS BY OFFERING THEM A UNIQUE ESCAPE: A CURATED SELECTION OF BOOKS RIGHT AT THEIR BEDSIDE.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Colleen Richmond
When a family with two young boys and busy careers decided to embark on a complete home renovation, they turned to Meredith Beregovski of Georgia Street Design to bring their vision to life. The goal? To create a stylish yet practical space that could accommodate the demands of their fast-paced lives while reflecting their unique personality.
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Nov 8, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Colleen Richmond
IN RECENT YEARS, THE SECOND-HAND LUXURY MARKET HAS TRANSFORMED FROM A NICHE SEGMENT INTO A BOOMING INDUSTRY, WITH THE LUXURY RESALE MARKET PROJECTED TO REACH $64 BILLION BY 2025. DRIVEN BY SUSTAINABILITY AND THE THRILL OF DISCOVERY, THE DEMAND FOR PRE-OWNED LUXURY GOODS IS BOOMING, PROMPTING LUXURY BRANDS TO RETHINK THEIR APPROACH TO THIS UNREGULATED RESALE LANDSCAPE. By Colleen Guilfoile RichmondTHE RISE OF PRE-OWNED LUXURY Several factors contribute to the rising clamor for pre-loved items.
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Nov 8, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Colleen Richmond
Photography: Shannon Dupre / DDReps (Instagram @shannondupre) | Home Styling: Staged to Sell Home www.stagedtosellhome.com (Instagram @stagedtosellhome)Nestled in the heart of Park Slope, Brook- lyn stands a Neo-Italian Renaissance masterpiece that has recently undergone a stunning transformation. Originally designed by the renowned architect Montrose Morris in 1898, this 9,000-square-foot limestone townhouse has been reimagined by Jason Saft, the visionary founder of Staged to Sell Home.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Colleen Richmond |Dorian May |Brie Williams
In fall, Tuscany's vineyards are alive with the last whispers of the harvest season. The warm sunlight filters through the leaves, casting a golden glow on the grapes that have been meticulously cultivated throughout the year. Visiting renowned wineries like Castello di Ama and Antinori, I had the pleasure of tasting the region’s finest offerings. The Chianti Classico, with its vibrant cherry notes and hints of leather, provided a perfect introduction to Tuscany’s rich viticulture.
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Oct 16, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Marci Moreau |Colleen Richmond
After you hand your car off to the valet, you will find the entrance to Elastika quietly hidden next to Thom Browne, a few stores down from Tiffany & Co. On entry, you are massaged with waves of sophistication in the form of highly detailed interior design in every direction you look. The hostesses engage with kind banter and refined beauty, floating you to your table. The calming shades of brown, white, and muted green, arranged with high order, keep you busy as you sit in the back corner booth.
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Oct 15, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Colleen Richmond
By any measure, a 30+ year career as an uber-successful model, representing top fashion and beauty brands like Chloe, L’Oreal, Neutrogena and Pantene, plus shooting an international campaign with the likes of George Clooney, would be enough for anyone to take their foot off the pedal. Not so for model Dara Tomanovich, who checked all those big-goal boxes and many more, yet still harbored a secret dream of someday creating a fashion line.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
vivantmagazine.com | Colleen Richmond |Georgette Gouveia
Charleston Place is more than just a hotel—it’s an immersion into the charm and sophistication that define the city. Positioned on Meeting Street, Charleston Place is within walking distance of the city’s most cherished landmarks, from the Charleston City Market to the pastel-painted homes of Rainbow Row. It serves as the perfect launching pad for exploring the cobblestone streets and centuries-old architecture that make Charleston one of the most beloved cities in America.
