Since 2013, Garden GLOW has become a holiday tradition in St. Louis, offering a unique and immersive experience as guests walk through over 2 million lights. Each year, the light show presented by Wells Fargo transforms the Missouri Botanical Garden into a dazzling winter wonderland, complete with mesmerizing exhibits, musical light shows, delicious holiday treats, cozy rentable fire pits and plenty of photo opportunities to capture these unforgettable moments.

When it comes to decorating your home for the holidays, the fun doesn’t have to stop at your living room or dining room. Decorating children’s rooms is a festive opportunity for family bonding and to add some extra magic to the season. Experimenting with fun color palettes, sparkly ornaments and classic Christmas characters can add a touch of whimsy to these smaller spaces!

The Power of Pillows

Christmas decor doesn’t have to be red and green to be admired. White Christmas trees with pastel pink decorations at the Frontenac home of Emily Hickey were immensely enjoyed by participants of the 2023 Deck The Halls of Glennon Homes holiday tour—especially given that one tree was topped with a doughnut and the other a unicorn.

The festive season ignites a pursuit for the ideal wrapping paper, a harmonious extension of the holiday’s motif or a fresh palette to complement our decor. It’s a time when some elevate gift-wrapping to an art form, meticulously folding edges to crisp perfection, adorning packages with bows or ribbons placed just so, crafting presents that almost seem too precious to open. Yet, the essence of a gift lies in its unveiling, in the joy and celebration of what’s inside.

The homes of Lafayette Square are known for their striking architecture, vibrant culture and rich history. Combining the art of the past with the innovation of the future, Lafayette Square has become one of St. Louis’ most desirable neighborhoods. Sitting on the north side of Hickory Street between Missouri Avenue and Macay Place sits the Square’s newest addition: Lafayette Reserve. A 14-home project by Versa Development, tied together by a distinct vision of what the best city living looks like today.

Imagine setting sail on a vessel that seamlessly blends the casual elegance of a private yacht with the amenities of a luxurious cruise ship. Limited to just 312 guests, the Windstar Star Legend provides incomparable personalized service with one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios at sea. Here, you're not just a passenger, you're part of the family—this crew anticipates your requests before you even make them, from your own stateroom attendant whose answer is always yes to the bartenders who remember the precise way you like your cocktail.