Two decades ago, Columbus had little high-end fashion. Saks and Nordstrom were years away from opening, and boutiques were almost nonexistent. Connie Leal Ballenger was sure that women wanted more. So she gave up her lucrative career at Arthur Anderson and opened Leal in Upper Arlington in 1993. … Read more about WOMEN WE LOVE: Q&A with Connie Leal Ballenger
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TEAM INSIDER: Team WT’s Father’s Day Gift Guide
With Father's Day just a week away, we've got your gift-giving under control! Check out what we are loving for the dad in your life. And by the way, has anyone else noticed the amazing sales going on right now in stores?! Perfect time to summer shop!! Perfect Penmanship The creator of this … Read more about TEAM INSIDER: Team WT’s Father’s Day Gift Guide
TEAM INSIDER: Team WT’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is this weekend, and we’ve got you covered. Here are eight picks to show Mom your love. Polish Perfection This James Robert John polish is amazing—and made by a fantastic Columbus momma. The polish is 5-free, vegan and never tested on animals. The colors … Read more about TEAM INSIDER: Team WT’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide
WOMEN WE LOVE: A Q&A with Debra Penzone
She is a small-town girl turned big-city woman leading one of the most celebrated salon concepts in the nation, but Debra Penzone remains as authentic and unpretentious as they come. Today, in our inaugural “Women We Love” feature, Kristy Eckert talks with Deb about her vegan adventure, her passion … Read more about WOMEN WE LOVE: A Q&A with Debra Penzone
Dress to Impress: Spring (closet) cleaning
Ah, Springtime! The sun is shining and the birds are chirping..oh wait, it snowed just last week. Ah, Springtime in Ohio, where it snows, rains, hails, and spurts rays of sunshine and rainbows in the span of just several hours ;) Okay, Midwest weather pattern jokes aside, the time has come (we … Read more about Dress to Impress: Spring (closet) cleaning