2021

  • VIE Speaks Episode 15: “Fashion, Art & Modern Design”
    August 19, 20210.7 min

    isidro dunbar Modern Interiors is a full-service showroom, retail, and design studio for modern home decor and furnishings in Miramar Beach, Florida, serving clients around the southeast and beyond.

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  • Fleuriste St~Germain Pop-Up Brings Cocktails, Flowers & Fun to NYC
    August 17, 20212.9 min

    It was a spirited weekend in New York City as Guests celebrated the opening events of Fleuriste St~Germain, an enchanting pop-up flower shop cum cocktail bar that opened in NYC’s Soho neighborhood created by St~Germain elderflower liqueur in collaboration with Oscar De La Renta/ MONSE Fashion Designer Laura Kim and American Ballet Theater Dancer James Whiteside.

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  • Beat the Heat in 15 of the Best Florida Hotel Pools
    August 12, 20219.9 min

    This summer's heatwaves don't seem to be going anywhere. Record-breaking triple-digit temperatures have been battering the US, and the Sunshine State is no exception. For those seeking a reprieve, a cool pool (and frozen drink!) may provide the perfect respite. We've rounded up 15 of the best hotel pools in Florida to beat the heat, from Key West and Fort Lauderdale to The Palm Beaches, The Panhandle, Celebration, and more.

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  • Jonah Allen : An Intentional Moment
    August 4, 20211.9 min

    Florida-based artistic photographer and filmmaker Jonah Allen celebrated the opening of his first art gallery on July 23, 2021 in Santa Rosa Beach. Congratulations were in abundance as the community also celebrated the release of Allen's new documentary filmed by Shane Reynolds, titled "Jonah Allen: An Intentional Moment."

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  • E. F. San Juan – Celebrating a Family Legacy
    August 3, 20212.6 min

    E. F. San Juan is celebrating its 45th year in business and is known for its custom architectural moulding, millwork, and cabinetry. Their craftsmen and designers, led by the company’s owners, create innovative, artistic and efficient solutions. They don’t just seek customers; they seek partners as committed to their experience as they are.

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  • The VIE Beach House Gift Provides Clean Water through The Sonder Project
    July 22, 20213.1 min

    When we live in a community abounding with beautiful beaches and gorgeous luxury homes, it is imperative to remind ourselves that this is not the reality for most of our world. At VIE, we feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to support important causes through partnerships with real-world heroes. As some of you may already know, our VIE Beach House Show Home, seen in our April 2021 Issue, was built to give back not only to our community but to others around the globe who need it the most. With the help of the home's developers Jim and Suzy Accola, we partnered with The Sonder Project and Food For Thought Outreach to donate a portion of the proceeds from the home's sale.

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  • VIE Speaks Episode 14: “Feeding a Community”
    July 16, 20210.8 min

    Our host, VIE's editor-in-chief Lisa Burwell, sat down with Food for Thought founder Tiffanie Nelson to discuss their latest endeavors for an all-new episode of VIE Speaks.

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  • Healing Hoof Steps Brings Equine Therapy to Northwest Florida
    July 14, 20215.6 min

    Healing Hoof Steps in Crestview, Florida, is a local nonprofit offering this type of service that focuses on building mental and emotional health through spending time around horses. Its founder, Narissa Jenkins, and her incredible healing journey through the help of these majestic animals is awe-inspiring. After experiencing the profound effects of horse therapy for herself, she felt called to share this with others. VIE caught up with Jenkins to hear about what's happened in the past few years and how Healing Hoof Steps is continuing to change lives daily. 

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  • Corcoran Reverie Raises More than $12k for the Sonder Project at One-Year Anniversary Celebration
    June 29, 20214 min

    Celebrating incredible success in its first year as an affiliate of The Corcoran Group, Corcoran Reverie – a boutique brokerage specializing in the high-end home market with offices in Seagrove Beach and Destin – hosted Reverie 365: A Celebration of Success on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at the firm’s Seagrove Beach office. Corcoran Reverie welcomed more than 300 guests to the celebration that included live music by Yacht Rock Schooner Trio, a live painting by local artist Maxine Orange, and a silent auction that raised $6,130 for The Sonder Project – which Corcoran Reverie matched – bringing the total donation to $12,260.

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  • The First Annual The Hampton Social Pink Party Celebrates RosĂŠ in a Big Way
    June 28, 20213.9 min

    Rosé is a way of life, and no place celebrates (and educates) better than The Hampton Social. With multiple locations across the US, the American restaurant is known for its rosé-all-day ethos and coastal-inspired cuisine. The aesthetically pleasing atmosphere and hand-crafted cocktails make it the crème de la crème for after-work happy hours or Sunday Fundays with girlfriends. On June 12, 2021, The Hampton Social in Nashville celebrated its favorite beverage—rosé, of course—with the first annual Pink Party! Learn more about the party and everyone's favorite pink drink from The Hampton Social's beverage director, Greg Innocent.

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  • VIE Speaks Is Live with Brian Kelley in a Sunshine State of Mind!
    June 25, 20211.8 min

    Brian Kelley's debut solo album, Sunshine State of Mind, is now available! Check out his interview with VIE's Lisa Burwell on our latest VIE Speaks: Conversations with Heart & Soul podcast episode as they discuss his songwriting process, living the Beach Cowboy lifestyle, his tips for living a balanced life, and much more.

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  • VIE Speaks Episode 13: ”Sunshine State of Mind”
    June 25, 20210.7 min

    Brian Kelley chats with our host, VIE editor-in-chief Lisa Burwell about his experience co-writing all 17 tracks on this country-meets-coastal album and expounds on his vision and passion for music and life.

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