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Beauty & The Beats with Krystall Poppin
ByErin CoulehanCreative DirectorShelley MozelleEditorial photography byJordan LiconVivian Serrano (assistant)Glam@VanderVanity Additional photography provided byKrystall Poppin’ Downtown El Paso is buzzing with activity on a...
What to Know About Back-to-School Mental Health
ByLajward Zahra As summer’s idle dog days wane, thousands of students across El Paso will be returning to school in August and September. For most students, this is an expected transition they will begrudgingly adjust our...
Covering the City with the ‘People’s Museum’
ByErin Coulehan A Victorian-style mansion nestled in the Montana Avenue Historic District is home to the International Museum of Art, otherwise known as “the People’s Museum.” Acclaimed architect Henry Trost designed the structure, which was home to State Senator...
Date Night at The Yard
As El Paso grows out of the title of a “small town” and expands eastward, one only needs to drive down Montana to find The Yard.
The WOW Factor
As El Paso continues to assert itself as a destination of culture, tourism, and economic growth, the upcoming Way Out West Festival (WOW Fest) promises to be a cornerstone of this vibrant evolution.
Getting Dark with Deady
With the Fall season coming up, many people may be searching for the fall spirit by decorating for Halloween, Dia de Los Muertos, or watching horror movies.
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For the Love of Fall… and Pho
Trang “Tracy” Vu remembers the day she opened her first restaurant on El Paso’s West Side. Having owned previous businesses, she never thought about expanding into the food industry.
Boost Your Bliss
Positive psychology is transforming the way we think about mental well-being, shifting the focus from trying to fix what’s broken to enhancing what makes life truly fulfilling. Traditionally, psychology has been synonymous with diagnosing and treating mental health issues…
From Wheels to Washington
The pitter-patter of happy little paws sounds different for one special pup in the community named Mario Kart, who was fighting a battle that no one could have predicted. His story began with heartbreak.
Part Creation, Part Collection, and Nearly a Museum
By: Janene Rojas
Photos By: Art Moreno, Jr.
Styled By: Ladonna Apodaca
Welcome friends, I invite you to have a gas exploring a whimsical west El Paso abode built in the 1960s. This is a multidimensional home in the sense that here dwell two artists of many styles, who double as collectors of antiques and curiosities…
Sleek Transitional Style
By: Toni Moon
Photos by: Robert Ordonex
Styled By: Ladonna Apodaca
Throughout the years the architecture of homes has changed dramatically. From exterior architecture to color schemes, the trends have changed. Today, the use of geometrical shapes have been apparent in modern homes. One El Paso home, by Pacifica Homes, keeps up…
A House of History
By: Hope Alegre & Zak Hansen
Photos By: Art Moreno, Jr.
Styled By: Ladonna Apodaca
Some things are meant to stand the test of time. More than 130 years after it was first built, the Warren House, as it’s known today, stands as a testament to the spirit of the old…
Welcome: A Guide To Pampering Your Wedding Guests
By: Janene Rojas
Wedding gifts, you spend days thinking up the perfect thing, hunting for the bride’s favorite color to wrap it in, and top it all with a big puffy bow. Wouldn’t it be nice to receive an equally thoughtful gift upon arrival on the big day?…
The Wedding of Kelsey Burns and Marcelo França
October 6, 2018
They Met: We were both living in Australia at the time and had a mutual friend, Kelly. She introduced us over FaceTime and soon realized we were both going back to the States for a wedding, the same wedding. My sister was getting married to Marcelo’s childhood best friend! I was the maid of honor and Marcelo was a groomsmen. We first…
Remembering Rob “The Rabbit” Pitts of Tex Mex Motors
The community is celebrating the life of Rob “The Rabbit” Pitts, a cherished figure whose vibrant spirit and entrepreneurial zeal touched the hearts of many. At 45 years old, Pitts’ unexpected death in August made an impact on our community…
Sip, Savor, Celebrate: Fall’s Ultimate Tequila Experience Unveiled at the Plaza Hotel
As we anticipate the crisp days of Autumn, it’s the perfect time to indulge in seasonal festivities that tantalize the senses. Recently, Ambar Restaurante set a high bar for fall events with an exclusive agave tasting dinner, featuring the esteemed Felipe Camarena of Don Vicente and G4 Tequilas.
Beauty, Spice, Skincare Advice: Pat McGrath’s Beauty Revolution
Let’s face it… Iconic doesn’t begin to describe one of the most influential makeup artists in the world: Pat McGrath. Recognized by Vogue and celebrated globally, Pat has transformed beauty with her artistry…
The Borderland Roller Derby League: Fun, Fast, and Fierce
The year 2006. The sport, Women’s Roller Derby. The place is El Paso, Texas. This is where a group of women wanted to build a derby league by El Paso women for El Paso women, since the closest derby league was in Austin, Texas.
A “Mish-Mash” of Worldly Design and Functional Beauty
By: Veronica NevarezInterior
Designer: Ross Landers
Assistant Stylist: Ladonna Apodaca
Photos By: Art Moreno Jr.
Eclectic as it is remarkable, the home built by Ross Landers, noteworthy interior designer for the Sun City and beyond, proves that beauty and function can…
Kern’s Hidden Treasure
By: Toni MoonPhotos
By: Art Moreno, Jr.
In one of the oldest, most sought after neighborhoods in El Paso, sits a 1935 home with updated looks. This Kern home has been given a face lift that transforms the neighborhood, while preserving its rustic charm. Realtor Yari…
Elevating Design With a Comforting Feel
By: Janene Rojas
Photos By: Jonathan Weingers
Interior designer Catherine Call transformed this 1970s ranch-style home into a modern and elevated space, which for her was a personal pursuit. Mary Lee and William Johns, Catherine’s beloved parents, purchased the…
The Sound of Smartphones
By: Stephanie Aviles
As we age, we slowly start to notice the differences in ourselves that, until this point, we may have overlooked. One of those main differences involves our hearing, specifically when we lose it or it is hindered by endless ringing….
Playing Outdoors Isn’t Just for the Kids
Playing outside is not something exclusive to your grandchildren. Being active and using your muscles becomes more important as you mature, and lack of Vitamin D can be detrimental to your health. With all the amazing outdoor activities El Paso has to...