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On the cover: Dynamic Duo
Michael Trotter, Jr. and Tanya Trotter of The War and Treaty performing onstage during the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year honoring Jon Bon Jovi during the 66th GRAMMY Awards on February 2, 2024 in Los Angeles.
Photo by Monica Schipper / Getty Images for The Recording Academy
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Carolyn Smith Bryant steals a moment with the Michael Trotter, Jr. and Tanya Trotter of The War and Treaty for an interview
Photos courtesy of The War and Treaty
Cover Story: Dynamic Duo
Nashville City Club unveils their stunning new space.
Text: Dave Mahanes
Photo courtesy: BRND House
New View
Southern Comfort
A timeless treasure owned by Trisha Yearwood hits the market.
Text: Melissa Mahanes
Photos: Fridrich & Clark Realty
Henderson Beach Resort is certainly a worthwhile Destin-ation
Written by Melissa Mahanes
Photos courtesy of Henderson Beach Resort & Spa
Hello Sunshine
Ask the Experts: Fine Jewelry
Kentshire Galleries' Carrie Imberman and Matthew Imberman on curating a perfect fine jewelry collection.
Interview by Melissa Mahanes
Photos Courtesy of Kentshire Galleries
MUSE-UM
The Frist Museum of Art presents a fashionable time capsule of a designer and his muse.
Text: Melissa Mahanes
Photos: Barrett Barrera Projects
Top Pick
Carter Vintage provides the ultimate vintage guitar shopping experience.
Text: Dave Mahanes
Photos: Carter Vintage Guitars
Sweet Spot
SusieCakes at The Mall at Green Hills is a delightful new addition to the neighborhood.
Text: Melissa Mahanes
Photo: Courtesy Nashville Guru
Sophisticated Wedding
Angela Bostelman and Thomas “Tom” Kaczmare
Photos by Jeremy Harwell
She said “Yes”!
A fun new musical revue comes to Nashville.
Text: Melissa Mahanes
Photos: PLA Media
Race Day
Get ready for tradition, style, fashion & excitement at Steeplechase.
Text: Melissa Mahanes
The Mint Julep
Keeping It Simple.
Text: Rex Lyons
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It’sthe beginning of summer, and kids everywhere are getting out of school for the summer. So, in the spirit of the season, I would like to share some of the summer jobs I had when I was young, which were diverse, great experiences, and a hell of a lot of fun.
Text: Dave Mahanes
From the Publisher
Get To Know Us
At Sophisticated Living, we are dedicated and passionate about all the finer things life has to offer. Whether your interests are close to home or in far-flung places, each issue shares highlights of the good life in Nashville and beyond.
Dave Mahanes, Publisher & Melissa Mahanes, Editor-In-Chief
Melissa and Dave have been married for 26 years and moved from NewYork to Nashville 18 years ago. Melissa is originally from Greenwich, CT, graduated with B.A. in Fine Arts from Vanderbilt University, and is also a graduate of Sotheby’s Fine Arts Program. During her career, Melissa worked for Sotheby’s and contemporary art dealers Larry Gagosian and Anthony d’Offay in New York. Her graphic design company, Kalligraphia, has designed invitations for many popular Nashville fundraisers. Since moving to Nashville, Melissa has been very involved in the Nashville community serving on the boards of Nashville Ballet and Sexual AssaultCenter, as well as Co-Chairing The Mad Hatter, Ballet Ball, Symphony Ball, and Swan Ball Auction.
Dave grew up in Nashville, attended Ensworth and MBA, graduated with a B.A. in Economics from Duke University, and received his M.B.A. from Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management. Dave spent most of his career as a banker in New York and Nashville. Also very active in the Nashville community, Dave has served on the boards of Belle Meade Plantation and Equal Chance for Education, the advisory boards of W.O. Smith School, and the Nashville Symphony as well as serving as a Deacon for the First Presbyterian Church.
Melissa and Dave look forward to bringing their creativity and passion for the arts, the finer things that Nashville has to offer, and the Middle Tennessee non-forprofit community to Sophisticated Living Nashville and Sophisticated Giving.
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