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On the cover: The Lytle Park Hotel
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Sophisticated Giving Charity Register 2025
A comprehensive guide to non-profit organizations and philanthropic initiatives in Cincinnati. Presented by Western & Southern Financial Group and Fort Washington Investment Advisors, Inc.
Highlights from the May/June 2025 Issue
Cincinnati keeps getting better and better, and The Lytle Park Hotel is proof.The AAA Four-Diamond luxury property is celebrating its fifth anniversary thisyear and has quickly become a top destination in its short tenure as a premier hotel. Ranked as the best hotel in Cincinnati and Ohio by U.S. News in 2025, it's quickly become a destination for sophisticated travelers and luxury staycations alike.
Text: Lindsey Himmler
Cover Story: A New Classic
Meet Me at Carmelo’s
Longtime friends and restaurateurs, Billy Grise and Mitch Arens open their first collaboration together at Carmelo’s in Covington.
Text: Matthew Millet
Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Building the Future
The University of Cincinnati's School of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) is consistently ranked as one of the most prestigious design schools in the country. Its School of Architecture and Interior Design (SAID) produces graduates who don't just enter the profession—they transform it.Ten architecture graduate students were recently awarded a scholarship grant from Pella of Cincinnati that was designed not only to help the students financially, but to strengthen their professional competencies and prepare them for their future careers.
Text: Lindsey Himmler
Thriving During Uncertainty
Everyone goes through tough times. When the world feels chaotic, even the most successful and resilient individuals can find navigating life's uncertainties a formidable challenge. But there are ways to cope. The mental health experts at the Lindner Center of Hope have identified four essential strategies to cultivate resilience and help you thrive during difficult time.
Text: Lindsey Himmler
Society Calendar: Presented by The BMW Store
Happenings of note in May & June
Sophisticated Society: Presented by the BMW Store
Sophisticated Society: Presented by the BMW Store
Xavier Jesuit Academy Spring Social
Tisdel Distributing’s An Inspired Evening for La Soupe
Sophisticated Giving Launch Party
Ohio Valley Voices Gala
Meals Madness Gala Gala
Mardi Gras for Homelessness
Paint the City Pink Gala
Dragonfly Gala Pre-Party
Cincinnati International Wine Festival
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At Sophisticated Living, we are dedicated to and passionate about all of the finer things that life has to offer. Whether your interests are close to home or reside in far-flung locales, each issue shares highlights of the good life in Greater Cincinnati and beyond.
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Matthew Millett - Publisher
“In every issue of Sophisticated Living, we try to highlight the tristate community in various ways. Whether through dining and home features, to arts and business leaders, to the ever-important philanthropic and society features, passion abounds in this community.”
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