The Curio Cabinet • May 9, 2025

Cosmic Collective Combines Wellness and Community

In a time where wellness is a priority for many, Cosmic Collective is the answer. Enter the space and you’re engulfed with warmth and the opportunity to fulfill all holistic and integrative medicine needs.

The Curio Cabinet • April 22, 2025

Ameliora’s New Everyday Bag Is Your Next Style Sidekick

I have yet to find a bag that can serve any purpose, match every outfit and that could quite frankly, give me so much joy. But as soon as I unboxed my Ameliora bag, I knew it would become my new staple. Founded by Adrienne Kronovet, the new collection of “Ready Set Go” bags are effortlessly chic and functional.

The Curio Cabinet • March 27, 2025

Kick Off Color of Fashion: Season V at the St. Paul Collection

Color of Fashion is ringing in Spring by launching their fifth consecutive season of runway shows with a kickoff event on April 5. Hosted by the renowned St. Paul Collection, don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate fashion and Color of Fashion’s efforts to champion diversity and inclusivity in the fashion industry.

The Curio Cabinet • March 21, 2025

Bête Noire's Gothic Couture is Elegant, Dark and Different

“Bête Noire” is French for “black beast” and is used in English as “to be despised.” The phrase is also the name of Denver-based gothic couture brand founded by designer Alicia Rau, who has experienced that feeling of “being despised” firsthand.

The Curio Cabinet • March 6, 2025

We're Not Standing Down - How Her Haven Supports the Community

In today’s current political climate, it’s easy to feel helpless, overwhelmed and unsure of how to approach change. Here at The Curio Cabinet, we are experiencing all of those feelings and feel compelled to support our community in the way we know we can. Her Haven: Beauty Beyond Barriers, is our way of combining efforts with local fashion nonprofit Color of Fashion and Denver’s Museum for Black Girls to support organizations focused on providing resources and supporting women in Denver.

The Curio Cabinet • March 4, 2025

Garrett Ammon Redefines Ballet with 'Agent Romeo'

Wonderbound, Denver’s intimate contemporary ballet company, is showcasing a modern perspective on “Romeo and Juliet” through March 9. We all know the story of “Romeo and Juliet,” but in the newest show at Wonderbound, a clasic story written by William Shakespeare, takes a twist. The contemporary ballet company pushes boundaries through engaging ballet performances that are both modern and expertly choreographed and executed.

The Curio Cabinet • February 13, 2025

Did You Know Denver Is Home to A Month Long Photo Festival?

This March, Denver’s Month of Photography Festival celebrates photographic artists. The Colorado Photographic Arts Center (CPAC) was started in the early 1960s to showcase and support photographic artists. Many may not realize how prevalent the photography community is in Colorado, as the state is home to photographers, enthusiasts, educators, businesses and more.

The Curio Cabinet • January 24, 2025

Luxury Fashion Does Exist in Denver

As a hotel property filled with stylish nods to the natural environment along with modern touches like a tequila locker program, the Hotel Clio offers an elevated experience for guests to immerse themselves in the upscale district of Denver’s Cherry Creek North. Now, the hotel is adding fashion to the list of its amenities with The Fifth Avenue Club Denver, an intimate styling experience and a unique take on shopping.

The Curio Cabinet • November 13, 2024

ARTcade Brings Games to Life Through Immersive Art

Denver is filled with opportunities to not only appreciate art, but to experience it. Immersive art allows viewers to interact with the art itself, often activating some or all of their senses and creating an experience that brings the art to life.

The Curio Cabinet • November 1, 2024

Closet Tours: Meet Sydney

Sydney Scarola has an eye for unique garments and accessories. She shops with intention while supporting brands with strong missions rooted in sustainability, ethical practices and offering beautiful products that will withstand the test of time. With a collection of staple loafers, luxury handbags, a ravishing dress collection and everything in between, Scarola’s style has reached new heights, and is not afraid to show it.

The Curio Cabinet • October 16, 2024

Woman-Owned Custom Hat Bar Gem Hats Celebrates One Year

Nestled on the second floor of a building also home to an upscale French restaurant on a bustling street in Denver’s LoHi neighborhood, lies the woman-owned and operated Gem Hats. The custom hat bar is filled with natural light and character, along with hats upon hats of various colors.

The Curio Cabinet • September 30, 2024

OULA Celebrates 10 Years at Color of Fashion

Erika Dalya Massaquoi is a multidisciplinary creative. As an artist, fashion designer, entrepreneur, writer and a mom, creating a fashion brand wasn’t an easy feat. Now celebrating its 10th Anniversary, her brand OULA, available at Nordstrom, Shopbop, Liberty London, Wolf and Badger and Pendleton, continues to grow and gain recognition nationwide.

The Curio Cabinet • September 20, 2024

Color of Fashion Season 4: Tristan Blake

Atlanta-based fashion designer Tristan Blake focuses on details and material. The result is bold and dashing looks fit for a confident and stylish woman seeking stylish ready-to-wear pieces. The Tristan Blake Collection, which is both mysterious yet fun and expressive, will be on display at the season 4 Color of Fashion runway showcase on Saturday, September 28.

The Curio Cabinet • September 11, 2024

Art Hearts Fashion Unveils Trends at New York Fashion Week 2024

Art Hearts Fashion, a fashion design platform bringing runway shows to various cities, celebrated fashion and the designers behind couture brands during the New York Fashion Week show located at the Angel Orensanz Foundation on Saturday, September 7. The Lower East Side was alive and well with lingering fashion-forward groups littering the streets, many joining the audience to witness three designers focused on elevated fashion.

The Curio Cabinet • September 5, 2024

Color of Fashion Season 4: SHYE

SHYE, a fashion brand founded by New York City-based designer Sunghye Park, is defined by dark silhouettes and otherworldly pieces. Deriving from its namesake, meaning “different direction,” SHYE intends to offer garments that will instill freedom in the wearer; the freedom to express oneself, the freedom to embrace a unique aesthetic and the freedom to wear what makes them feel their absolute best.

The Curio Cabinet • September 3, 2024

Women's Wear on Display at Color of Fashion's Fall Soirée

Well-dressed guests brimming with excitement filled the Clayton Members Club on Friday, August 30 for the Color of Fashion Fall Pre-Show and Soirée. Themed Luxury Never Goes Out of Fashion and as a precursor to the upcoming runway shows for the fourth season of Color of Fashion, women’s wear brand Ameliora showcased a collection of looks with a nod to business casual, wearability and the transformation of a look with accessories.

The Curio Cabinet • August 26, 2024

Color of Fashion Season 4: Zayden Drape De Luxe

Zayden Skipper first sat down at a sewing machine in 2010 and has never looked back. His journey in creating something beautiful from nothing and evolving into a professional fashion designer is defined by his resiliency and perseverance, which will both be on display in the Zayden Drape De Luxe collection at Color of Fashion’s season 4 runway showcase on Saturday, September 28.

The Curio Cabinet • August 14, 2024

Night Lights Denver Projects Art on Downtown Buildings

If you find yourself in downtown Denver after dark, you may notice projection maps on the D&F Clock Tower, illuminating the city with unique light designs. As one of only a few projection mapping installations in the U.S., the permanent project, named Night Lights Denver, is brought to life by the Denver Theatre District (DTD).

The Curio Cabinet • August 12, 2024

Color of Fashion Season 4: ADDICTEDTOFITS

As a self-taught fashion designer, Lauren Cooperwood is used to the pressure behind creating unique pieces. Her journey began with teaching herself how to sew and construct looks. In September, she will showcase a collection under her brand ADDICTEDTOFITS at Color of Fashion’s runway showcase on Saturday, September 28, proving that the obstacles to becoming a designer are worth it.

The Curio Cabinet • July 25, 2024

D’CHRIS Handbags Combine Function and Style

We all have our go-to handbag that might be the first thing we grab on the way out the door in the morning. This is the bag that also might hold our secret weapons like that one lip liner that we can’t live without, or it may be home to our laptop as working women on the go.