Year in Review: Members Reflect on 2022 With The Scout Guide

2022 was a big year for The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale. It saw substantial growth of our local Scouted network, a broader reach within the Valley, the expansion of the TSG team, and – most importantly – the launch of Volume 2. 2023 is poised to be even more exciting. 

But, before diving headfirst into the promise of a new year, we chatted with inaugural members of The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale to reflect on the past year of living and loving locally. Pillars of our community Amy Yount (AMY Atelier), Erik Peterson (PHX Architecture), and Dr. Emma Whitman (All Saints’ Episcopal Day School), shared what drew them to The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale and the highlights of being scouted in 2022. To hear what they have to say, watch the video above.

Interested in learning more about being Scouted in 2023 for Volume 3? Inquire here.

Time to Shine: Glitzy Accessories for This Season & Beyond

Originally published by THE SCOUT GUIDE on December 13th, 2022.

You’ve decked the halls, and now it’s your turn. We asked our editors across the country to share the luminescent accessories—from earrings and bracelets to clutches and heels—they’re coveting right now. All of their selections are classic pieces that will bring a little sparkle to winter’s darkest nights.

SMALL RAINBOW SPUTNIK NECKLACE // Available for purchase online from Metalmark Fine Jewelry in Phoenix, Arizona.

NICKHO REY KATIE EARRING // Available for purchase online from Amy Atelier in Scottsdale, Arizona.

JULIE VOS SAVANNAH HINGE CUFF // Available for purchase online from Cornelia Parkin Scottsdale, Arizona.

38 Festive Dresses for the Holiday

Originally published by THE SCOUT GUIDE on December 6th, 2022.

It’s the season of soirées, and whether you’re meeting friends for merry cocktails, attending an intimate dinner party, or going all out for a glitzy NYE affair, this selection of frocks from scouted boutiques across the country will have you ready to hit the holiday party circuit in style.

MARTINA MIDI DRESS // Available for purchase online from Amy Atelierin Scottsdale, Arizona.

Women's Boutiques in the West, Midwest, and Southwest You Need to Know

Originally published by THE SCOUT GUIDE on November 21st, 2022.

There’s something about a shopping trip that brightens the spirits—it’s called retail therapy for a reason. Doing so at a small business instead of a chain retailer makes it an experience you can feel good about. This collection of women’s stores across the west, midwest, and southwest are some of our owners favorites and not to be missed. On the hunt for a darling vintage frock or a flattering pair of designer denim? Read on for 14 boutiques where we’re currently filling our online carts or making plans to visit.

Photography by Carl Schultz.

SHOP: Amy Atelier
LOCATION: Scottsdale, Arizona
WHAT THEY CARRY: An owner-operated contemporary women’s boutique that carries a selection of seasonally curated clothing and accessories.
WHAT OUR EDITOR SAYS: “From casual to date night, and everything in between, their seasonal selections, along with their personalized styling, make Amy Atelier a one-stop shop to elevate your wardrobe,” touts Sasha Clements, editor of The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale.

Layer It On: Essential Coats for Her

Originally published by THE SCOUT GUIDE on November 14th, 2022.

The winter chill has finally arrived and for help selecting that essential outer layer, we asked our editors which coats, jackets, and parkas they’ll be adding to their wardrobes to stay toasty this season. These seasonal warmers selected from small boutiques across the country are both chic and utilitarian, keeping the wearer stylish ‘till the first signs of spring.

ULLA JOHNSON UMBRA COAT // Available for purchase online from Amy Atelier in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Amy Atelier on Styling for the Season

In late October, TSG Phoenix & Scottsdale, AMY Atelier, MAN Atelier, and The Phoenix Heart Ball teamed up to host the Valley’s most stylish residents for a fashion show and shopping event in preparation for the upcoming social season. From jaunty runway styles to the attendees’ own looks, it was a fashion-fueled afternoon that left Phoenix & Scottsdale’s well-heeled ladies - plus a few gents - with ample style inspiration and more than a few shopping bags.

The afternoon was also a unique opportunity to see firsthand, how deeply the Valley’s culture and community, inform the locally owned and operated, AMY Atelier and MAN Atelier, - from buying to styling, and every personalized service in between. To dive deeper into this, we chatted with founder Amy Yount for more insight into her businesses’ ethos.

From A Runway Social Event in October ‘22. Photographed by Scott Foust.

The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale: You first approached TSG Phoenix & Scottsdale about partnering on an event in the Spring of 2022. What was your vision and how did it evolve?
Amy Yount: Initially, we were planning to host a shopping event, but when Sasha posed the idea of holding an event that continued the story of our TSG spreads and to do it in collaboration with other Scout Guide members, that vision quickly shifted. A few calls were made, and we had partners at the table who seamlessly aligned with the new theme of “Styling for the Season”.

The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale: One of our favorite looks was one you styled for the Phoenix Heart Ball, who was also the event’s beneficiary. What was this partnership like?
Amy Yount: Collaborating with fellow TSG Members; Amanda Garmany Chairman The Phoenix Heart Ball and Amy Ross of Drybar (also a Heart Ball committee member) was a no-brainer! And we were excited to use our fashion show as a platform to raise awareness of The Heart Ball and its mission, as well as donate a percentage from the show’s purchases!

The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale: How does the Valley’s culture and community inform AMY Atelier and MAN Atelier?
Amy Yount: As a locally-owned boutique, I make every effort to be involved with and support what’s going on in our community. It informs my buying strategy, and I make sure to shop for the community and stock styles that align with local events’ themes and colors.

The Scout Guide Phoenix & Scottsdale: This event’s theme was, ‘What to Wear to This Season’s See and Be Seen Events?’ How do you help clients prepare for their closets for the upcoming season?
Amy Yount: We work very closely with many clients to meet their style needs, social calendars, and travel schedules, offering private appointments, at-home deliveries, rush shipping, family styling, picturing and packing of looks, and more.

Read more about the story behind the business in AMY Atelier | Member Spotlight from Volume 1.

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Stop in or reach out HERE to shop with Amy or one of the members of her team to experience their excellent personal styling services.

Don’t forget to tell them Scout sent you!

Event Recap: A Runway Social: What to Wear to This Season's See & Be Seen Events

In late October, one hundred of Valley’s most fashion-forward gathered at Dominick’s Steakhouse to prepare for the social season ahead. The afternoon - a joint effort by Amy Yount and Lisa Stanley of AMY Atelier and MAN Atelier, Amy Ross of Drybar, Amanda Garmany and Natalia Mihilli of Heart Ball, and TSG Editor Sasha Clements - included sips, light bites, and ample fashion.

Guests previewed the looks, expertly styled by AMY Atelier & MAN Atelier and FORD, then were set free to shop. The afternoon was a sartorial success that outfitted the Valley’s well-heeled crowd for the upcoming season’s “see and be seen” events with both trend-setting styles and closet perennials. Keep reading to meet the talented locals who pulled off the gathering and find ample style inspiration for your social calendar. Interested in learning more about Amy Yount’s approach to buying for the Valley? Read more here.

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THE SHOW

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While there are hundreds of events to look forward to this season, Amy Yount narrowed down favorites, styling looks for each experience. From Rococo Sand, Self Portrait, and Brackish for the Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championship to Azulu and PatBo for The Heart Ball Gala, Amy and her team sent stunning ensembles down the runway.

BENTLEY SCOTTSDALE POLO CHAMPIONSHIP

Featuring Rococo Sand, Self-Portrait, and Brackish

ELTON JOHN FAREWELL SHOW

Featuring L’Agence and Cinq A Sept

THE PHOENIX HEART BALL

Featuring Azulu and PatBo

CHRISTMAS AT THE PRINCESS

Featuring Valley, Veronica Beard, and Mizzen + Main

BARRETT-JACKSON, THE WORLD’S GREATEST COLLECTOR CAR AUCTIONS

Featuring Pro, Zadig Et Voltaire, and 7Diamonds

PHOENIX ART MUSEUM GALA EXHIBITION OPENING

Featuring Ulla Johnson and A.L.C.

THE WASTE MANAGEMENT PHOENIX OPEN

Featuring The Upside, Sea, and Bad Birdie

SUPER BOWL LVII

Featuring Frame and Mother

AFTERNOON TEA AT THE PHOENICIAN

Featuring Tanya Taylor

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THE DETAILS

Dominick’s Steakhouse Rooftop provided the perfect setting for the poolside show. Jen Moser of J. Moser & Co. donated her event expertise to ensure every moment of the guest experience welcomed eager shoppers. Special thank you to Scott Foust Studios for capturing the event, FORD Models for providing stunning ladies and gents to model the looks.

Following the show, guests were set free to shop all of the styles and accessories they’d watched sashay down the runway. Champagne in hand, they stocked their closet for the season ahead.

To help them complete their looks, guests were given insider deals to Drybar goodies and services. Getting ready for your own gala? Owner Amy Ross of Drybar AZ recommends investing in the following at-home essentials: Tiny Trio to Go, Straight Up Magic, Glossy Gang on the Go, and Double Shot Jackpot!

Thank you to the fabulously stylish ladies who joined us for a wonderful afternoon of sipping, shopping, and supporting local.

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All of these styles - and more - are available to shop at AMY Atelier and MAN Atelier. Stop in to shop and take advantage of their excellent personal styling services. Don’t forget to tell them Scout sent you!

33 Chic Boots for Fall - And Beyond

Originally published by THE SCOUT GUIDE on October 11, 2022.

The time has come for us to swap out our strappy sandals for a shoe better equipped for the colder days ahead. Enter the boot: the closet workhouse essential for the transitional months and with the power to carry you through late-spring. From a snakeskin knee-high to a classic black ankle bootie, The Scout Guide Editors from around the country have scouted a fantastic selection of boots for you to choose from. First up? A locally available find.

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LOCAL PICK

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TORAL BLACK HEEL BOOT // Available for purchase online from Amy Atelier in Scottsdale, Arizona.

34 Pieces to Achieve Equestrian Elegance

Originally published by THE SCOUT GUIDE on August 24th, 2022.

You don’t need to own a thoroughbred to adopt timeless equestrian style. The Scout Guide editor/owners have identified essential pieces from scouted boutiques across the country from dapper leather riding boots and tailored tops to quintessential accessories that are perfect on and off the track. First up? A local find…

To find a scouted women’s boutique near you, browse The Scout Guide Directory.

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LOCAL FIND

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L’AGENCE INEZ BISCUIT LINEN BLAZER // Available for purchase online from Amy Atelier in Scottsdale, Arizona.