April's Letter from the Editor.
We ask and answer this very question almost daily as webrprepare every issue of Southlake Style.brFor some, it’s wearing exquisite clothing; for others, it’s enjoying a meal atbra fine restaurant or attending a first-class arts event. Although it might bebreasy to get caught up in this literal translation, style is more than fashion,brluxury and elegance on display. In our offices, we also categorize style as abrway of life — and the style of our readers is such to take active roles,brvoluntarily working for the betterment of those around us.
In this, ourbrfirst-ever Style Issue, we profile eight men and women who embody both stylebrand substance. Top entrepreneurs, artists, a chef, community servants and a significantbrmember of public safety are among those we feature, and we couldn't be prouderbrto tell their stories (and show off their stylish outfits courtesy of Malouf's).br
Also at thebrforefront of style and substance are the women of the National Charity League'sbrSouthlake chapter who are prime examples of what it means to give fashionably.brIn last month's annual fashion show, local mothers and their daughters workedbrtogether to raise more than $70,000 for charities including GRACE Feed OurbrKids, Metroport Meals on Wheels, Southlake Special Olympics and more.
Additionally,brwe're excited to introduce our cover girl, Abby Williamson. At just 15 yearsbrold, she's already an accomplished IMG model with an impressive print portfolio.brAnd with a dad like Southlake city councilman, Randy Williamson, it's evidentbrAbby has a good head on her shoulders.
Each inbrtheir own way, these individuals are shining examples of those making our homebra more stylish place to live.