Let’s talk beauty, fashion, art, music, living, food, drink and our social scene … because let’s face it! We are much more than clothes! PREEN & CHIC is a lifestyle, and I’ve got the key to our local hot spots, the trendy PYTs, the beauty and fashion gurus and of course an intimate setting of friendship with all the movers and shakers in town. The taste-makers have it, and I will share their secrets with you. So watch out, Sarasota! A new voice has arrived at TWIS, and this time [...]

This was the third year I participated in iConcept, and the second time I walked the runway. For those who don’t already know, Art Center Sarasota becomes “Project Runway” for a night when local artists use their abundant creativity to design catwalk creations for auction. An unsung local gem, iConcept raises funds for the Art Center, where I have the pleasure of conducting regular community programming. (Kudos to outgoing director Fayanne Hayes for transforming this community center into a vibrant and progressive player on the local arts scene). Two years ago, [...]

 Siesta Key’s No. 1 Beach sign restored after vandalism →  Some Siesta Key residents were worried the No. 1 beach sign was stolen, however, the sign had been vandalized a few weeks ago and sent for repairs. Siesta Key beachgoers might have noticed something missing the past few weeks. … [click here to read on!]     Commission to review park bench issue today  →  Sarasota city commissioners will decide at today’s regular meeting whether to keep benches out of Selby Five Points Park. The Sarasota City Commission will discuss this afternoon [...]

What do you get when you ask 29 unique Sarasota artists to design runway-worthy outfits using any materials they want? The answer is iconcept, Art Center Sarasota’s fourth annual fashion show and fundraiser. This year’s iconcept artists are a unique blend of bursting creativity, unorthodox materials and worlds of inspiration. Like an engrossing piece of artwork, this year’s iconcept show has a push and pull, a dynamic balance that promises to keep the audience enthralled and on the edge of their seat. The youngest iconcept designer ever, Willow Livengood (age [...]