An elegant vibe: Robin Vaughn builds a business through home and fashion in Galena, Ill.
An elegant vibe: Robin Vaughn builds a business through home and fashion in Galena, Ill.

Simply Elegant Boutique Simply Elegant Boutique   Location: 130 S. Main St., Galena, Ill. Phone: 815-777-3720 Online: simplyelegantboutique.com Robin Vaughn has developed a reputation for taking risks. “I think sometimes people think I’m a little crazy,” said the 56-year-old, with a laugh. “Like, ‘OK. We’re going to bring in furniture. And now, we’re going to […]

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Fashionista: Erica Brewer curates a space for looks to inspire life
Fashionista: Erica Brewer curates a space for looks to inspire life

Belle Allure Minkz & Boutique Belle Allure Minkz & Boutique Location: 1736 Central Ave. Online: Facebook.com/bellealluremink and Instagram.com/bellealluremink. Erica Brewer has endured heartbreaking loss, and many trials and tribulations to get to where she is today. But the 42-year-old’s philosophy can be summed up in the very words that adorn the walls of her downtown […]

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Motherhood journey: Tessa Anderson, of Dubuque, welcomes parenting with open arms
Motherhood journey: Tessa Anderson, of Dubuque, welcomes parenting with open arms

Tessa Anderson wasn’t sure she wanted to become a mom. “I had always been one of those people who dug her heels in and said, ‘Nope. I’m not having kids,’ especially when I was younger,” said the 30-year-old, of Dubuque. “People would say to me, ‘You’ll probably feel differently about it when you’re older. But […]

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The power of female relationships: She Unites connects Dubuque area women through activities, events
The power of female relationships: She Unites connects Dubuque area women through activities, events

Upcoming events Upcoming events Feb. 19: Recess — Kickboxing, Loras College. March 19: “A Life of Fulfillment,” Jordan Fullan,” The Innovation Lab. March 29: Guided meditation, The Health Spa. April 16: “The Art of Delighting,” Katie Bailey, The Innovation lab. May 10: Pickleball tournament, Veterans Memorial Park. More information: SheUnitesIowa.com When Nat Finley relocated to […]

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An EVolving business: Lindsey Einsweiler and Chelsea Vollmer bring self-care to the forefront with Dubuque spa
An EVolving business: Lindsey Einsweiler and Chelsea Vollmer bring self-care to the forefront with Dubuque spa

EVolve Day Spa EVolve Day Spa Location: 3430 Dodge St., Suite 2. Contact: 563-258-9200 or evolvedayspa@yahoo.com. Online: evolvedayspadbq.com Book online: evolvedayspadbq.as.me/schedule/b2b2def4 Open by appointment only. Closed Sundays. Lindsey Einsweiler and Chelsea Vollmer have a similar philosophy when it comes to new year’s resolutions. “We wish that people wouldn’t wait or see becoming healthier and making […]

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Green girl: Tiffany Vance crafts a business out of handmade decor from locally grown and upcycled treasures
Green girl: Tiffany Vance crafts a business out of handmade decor from locally grown and upcycled treasures

learn more Merry Millwork Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, Millwork District. Holiday Magic on Main: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, Platteville, Wis. Contact: Facebook.com/GreenGirlsWreathCo or email greengirlswreathco@gmail.com. On a quaint piece of land just hugging the edge of downtown Platteville, Wis., sits a small yellow workshop, converted from […]

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