Sophisticated Living St. Louis

08/04/2025

Just opened at Westport Plaza is Basso on the Plaza.

It is fast becoming the place to be and be seen.

Whether it's dining on the Basso patio while watching St. Louis' Hottest Happy Hour every third Thursday.

Or watching the action on the Plaza from your table through the floor-to-ceiling windows anytime.

You will have a blast with your friends for lunch, dinner, or happy hour enjoying the finest cuisine with an Italian accent.

Visit them soon in person at 545 Westport Plaza Drive. Or get the scoop virtually before you head out at basso-stl.com.

08/04/2025

Saint Louis Fashion Fund just announced the recipients of its inaugural Susan Sherman Fashion Scholarships named after the Fashion Fund’s Co-Founder and Board Chair Susan Sherman. The formal announcement took place in conjunction with Fashion Fund’s 2nd Annual “Fashion Futures Sendoff” in partnership with Caleres and Neiman Marcus. See more. https://www.sophisticatedstlouis.com/home/fashion-fund-awards-inaugural-susan-sherman-fashion-scholarships-at-nieman-marcus-event

08/04/2025

A culinary vision nearly two decades in the making debuted earlier this year. Acclaimed chef Alec Schingel opened the doors to Robin Restaurant. This highly anticipated first solo endeavor burst on the scene and has impressed both patrons and critics in the culinary world ever since — the reviews are outstanding. See for yourself here. https://www.sophisticatedstlouis.com/home/chef-alec-schingels-robin-restaurant-opens-new-midwestern-dining

08/04/2025

What's the hold up? We know you're busy designing and building, but don't you want recognition for your hard work?

Enter the 2025 Sophisticated Living St. Louis SOPHI Awards competition today. Time is running out. You must register and submit your work by midnight Monday, August 11th. Judges begin evaluating entries on Friday, August 15th.

We know you do stellar work. Now, show the world. Win a SOPHI. It at once labels you as an industry star!

Enter at theSOPHIawards.com

08/01/2025

Happy Friday!
Discover Basso for lunch today.
Party with the in crowd for Happy Hour this evening.
Indulge in a decadent dinner with an Italian accent this weekend.

Basso on the Plaza at Westport Plaza is the trendiest place in the STL.

Make it yours.

Visit them at https://www.basso-stl.com/westport/

Experience Basso on the Plaza, a vibrant restaurant offering Italian-inspired cuisine in a lively atmosphere in Westport Plaza.

08/01/2025

ATTENTION: Designers and Architects. BIG NEWS! We're extending the submission deadline for the SOPHI Awards to Monday, August 11th! This is the only extension there will be, because our judges begin work evaluating submissions on August 15th.

We've heard from many of you who are working on last-minute entries and want to ensure everyone has ample opportunity to showcase their incredible work. This extension is designed to accommodate those who have contacted us, and to ensure we don't limit anyone who is planning to enter this year's prestigious awards.

Take advantage of this additional time to finalize your submissions and present your projects for consideration. We can't wait to see your innovative designs!

Register and submit your work at theSOPHIawards.com

Sophisticated Living St. Louis's SOPHI Awards: an annual celebration of the city's top design, architecture, and building professionals

07/31/2025

Time to get your book on!

Book lovers, collectors, and avid readers all anticipate the J’s Used Book Sale – held in January and August each year! The summer event is held Staenberg Family Complex Arts & Education Building Sunday, August 24 through Thursday, August 28, 2025. Thousands of titles are available. Details at https://www.sophisticatedstlouis.com/home/calling-all-book-lovers-to-the-js-summer-book-sale

07/31/2025

Since summer is the perfect time for a swim, it might be time to go to take a deep dive into your jewelry box and see what you find in the treasure chest. If you come up a little short, perhaps it’s time to replenish your supply of summer trinkets. Enjoy these selections plucked from distinctive treasure troves that you may want to dip into. Take the plunge are ensure that your next visit to a resort, dinner out with your significant other, or trip to a summer party at the club will make you sparkle, both inside and out. https://www.sophisticatedstlouis.com/home/summer-sparkle

07/30/2025

Internationally acclaimed photographer and Sony Artisan of Imagery Andy Katz mesmerizes global audiences with his breathtaking photography that explores the intersection of nature, light, and raw beauty. His lifelong passion for photography, nature, and storytelling propels his ongoing quest to unite and inspire through the lens of his camera. What started as a childhood fascination quickly evolved into a profound calling that would take him across continents, to over 90 countries, capturing the beauty and mystery of far-flung destinations. See more.
https://www.sophisticatedstlouis.com/home/andy-katz-captures-the-raw-power-of-nature

07/28/2025

Here’s a recipe for the perfect society event for a scorching St. Louis summer day. Take one part historic mansion. Mix with 75 patrons of the arts. Add the cast of Tennessee Williams’ hottest play. Stir in a heaping helping of brie, beignets, and berries. Garnish with a spritz of sparkling summer libations. Splash liberally in a newly-installed pool. And voilà! You have the ingredients for the Tennessee Williams “Brunch with Blanche” Pool Party Fundraiser to raise a record sum for the storied institution’s 10th season. Click here to see all how it all turned out. https://www.sophisticatedstlouis.com/home/tennessee-williams-festival-boosted-by-record-amount-raised-at-annual-society-pool-party

07/28/2025

When these homeowners built their home, the primary bedroom became a sea of serenity — so also is the entire house now. That was the goal when designer Julie Abner began working with the homeowners. Take a journey with us to discover how the mutual goal was met and the home is now peaceful and serene. Feel the tranquility at https://www.sophisticatedstlouis.com/home/simply-serene

07/28/2025

It's Monday, July 28th. Guess what happens on Thursday, July 31st? Your last chance to win a SOPHI.

Register today! You will still have until Thursday to gather your photos and final materials for the judges.

Time is running out to win one of the most prestigious awards in the interior design, architecture, building, landscape design, and furniture design industries.

Imagine the excitement you will have when all your peers are applauding you at the lavish awards presentations on November 5th. Imagine the beautiful award sitting on your shelf. Imagine the credibility it will give you when you show potential clients the tangible proof that you were chosen the BEST OF THE BEST.

Make your imagination a REALITY. Enter to WIN a SOPHI today at theSOPHIawards.com.