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The Forest Has Been Waiting for You: A Hudson Valley Nature Photo Story About Mindfulness, Wildflowers and the Pleasure of Paying Attention

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 29, 2026

A mindful hike through the Hudson Valley begins with one wonderfully simple proposition: pay attention. Let the trail decide what deserves your gaze. Let sunlight interrupt the mental chatter. Let scent become memory. Let a mushroom become interesting enough to earn five whole minutes of your life. Research around forest bathing continues to connect […]

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You Make the Hudson Valley. Let’s Introduce You to the World.

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 26, 2026

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Hudson Valley makers, picture your next brand introduction with a white bathrobe, a cowboy hat, and a drink getting the golden-hour attention it deserves. Around here, dressing for cocktails leaves considerable room for interpretation, and a beautifully made local product can find itself in very good company. Your tea could inspire […]

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The Suburban Cowboy Philosopher: Sunlight, Privacy, Leisure and the Economics of Simply Being Human

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 24, 2026

In the $200+ billion vacation-rental market, travelers aren’t just booking a place to sleep—they are buying temporary access to a completely different biological reality. From ancient Russian dachas to modern country retreats, the true luxury of a second home isn’t found in granite countertops or smart TVs; it lies in unmediated daylight, total spatial […]

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Modern Strength: How BAYSYL’s Men’s Collection Fuels a New Era of Natural Masculinity

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 24, 2026

Masculinity today looks different—and stronger—than ever. It’s confident without being rigid, powerful without being performative, and above all, it’s a conscious choice—because modern men can freely affirm both masculine and feminine traits as part of their strength. From Gen Z fitness creators and gay men embracing body autonomy to natural bodybuilders redefining what real […]

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Happy Fall, New York: A 2026 Hudson Valley and Catskills Leaf-Peeping Guide

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 22, 2026

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – New York’s annual fall pilgrimage begins with an optimistic assessment of how many sweaters a weekend requires. By the time the bags reach the car, someone has proposed an orchard, someone has found a cabin, and the friend who dresses exclusively in black has developed strong feelings about burnt orange. Happy […]

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The Body and The Feast: Culinary Wellness Has Never Looked This Delicious

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 21, 2026

Hudson Valley Style Magazine’s The Body & The Feast Culinary Wellness Edition brings Maxwell Alexander’s world of bodybuilding, food, photography, emotional wellness, farm-to-table living, and unapologetic pleasure into one collectible 60-page print edition—copies available from the HVSM Shop. The Body & The Feast: Culinary Wellness Has Never Looked This Delicious – By Hudson Valley […]

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An Epicurean Journey through the Catskill Mountains: Unearthing the Charms of Peekamoose Restaurant and Tap Room in Big Indian, NY

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 21, 2026

The Catskill Mountains, with their rugged, untamed beauty, never fail to ignite my wanderlust. As a seasoned travel and lifestyle photographer, the allure of the unknown and the thrill of capturing the raw magic of natural landscapes have taken me to numerous places. This time, I found myself being drawn towards Big Indian’s “forever […]

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Guests Love This Warwick Airbnb Cabin: Discover Their Top Reviews and Why It’s a Must-Visit

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 21, 2026

Welcome to a tale of a cabin in Warwick, NY, where rustic meets modern, nestled among whispering trees and the kind of rock formations that make you wonder if you’ve stepped into a fairy tale. This isn’t just any cabin; it’s a slice of Hudson Valley heaven, as featured in magazines and loved by […]

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The Human Side of Hospitality: Overcoming America’s Exploitative Tipping Culture

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 19, 2026

What is a smile actually worth? Behind America’s polished luxury hospitality industry lies an uncomfortable economic relic: a tipping culture that forces workers to depend on the subjective approval of strangers just to earn a living wage. In this thought-provoking third installment of Experiential Hospitality 101, Maxwell Alexander dismantles the deep historical roots and […]

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The Best Apple Picking in the Hudson Valley: HVSM Editors’ Fresh 2026 Orchard Roundup

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 13, 2026

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Apple season has returned to the Hudson Valley, and with it comes the annual New York ritual of driving into the countryside and becoming surprisingly opinionated about Honeycrisp. By October, perfectly reasonable adults will be debating Macoun versus Empire while carrying twenty pounds of fruit they had originally planned to pick […]

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How to break old habits and create new ones with meditation

How to Break Old Habits and Create New Ones with Meditation

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | April 2, 2022

How to break old habits and create new ones with meditation (BPT) – Trying to lose weight, exercise more or start on a difficult project? As Lao Tzu says, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Sometimes that first step doesn’t even require standing up. Studies show that even 11 […]

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Hunting for The Best Burgers, Beer, and Fries in the Catskill Mountains – Courtyard Bar and Restaurant Review

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 29, 2022

You don’t have to travel to Manhattan or wait until the weekend to get your fill of burgers, beer, and fries – the Courtyard Restaurant in Roscoe, NY serves all three up every day of the week! The Courtyard has been dishing out these delicious staples since its grand opening in 2011, and it’s […]

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Spring 2022 Men's Style and Fashion Guide – Presented by HARD NEW YORK

Spring 2022 Men’s Style and Fashion Guide – Presented by HARD NEW YORK

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 29, 2022

The men’s style trends from Spring 2022 call for graphic t-shirts and apparel to be worn with your designer gym bag for a casual and sporty vibe or dressed up with your favorite pair of jeans and casual high-top shoes. The best part? They are so stylish you can wear them anywhere and they’ll […]

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5 Essential Steps to Choosing Wall Art

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 29, 2022

A blank wall can be dead space, especially if you’re not going for a minimalist style. You might want your home to look homey and vibrant, and you might have already decided that the blank wall needs to be filled with some kind of art. But how do you choose the piece? Here are […]

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Interview with Randi M. Quick, Founder of the Hudson Valley Beauty Lab – Interview by Dino Alexander, CEO, ALLLUVION INC., Photography by Maxwell Alexander, Duncan Avenue Studios

Interview with Randi M. Quick, Founder of the Hudson Valley Beauty Lab

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 25, 2022

Just last week I’ve had an opportunity to sit down with Randi M. Quick, Founder of the Hudson Valley Beauty Lab recently opened in Newburgh, NY. Her amazingly inspiring story is something we all need to see these days, so check it out below. Interview with Randi M. Quick, Founder of the Hudson Valley […]

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Friends in Fashion – a Creative Collaboration of Marla Beth Designs and Zaltas Gallery of Fine Jewelry – Photography by Maxwell Alexander, Duncan Avenue Studios

Friends in Fashion – a Creative Collaboration of Marla Beth Designs and Zaltas Gallery of Fine Jewelry

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 25, 2022

Zaltas Gallery of Fine Jewelry has been a go-to destination in Mamaroneck, NY for over 27 years. Their Gallery is filled with custom creations of diamonds and gemstones, and designer brands such as Yossi Harari, Anzie, and Michael Bondanza, to name only a few. Friends in Fashion – a Creative Collaboration of Marla Beth […]

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Alluvion Vacations – The Best Airbnb and Vacation Rental Management in Hudson Valley and Catskills

Best Airbnb Photographer and Vacation Rental Management Company in Hudson Valley and Catskills

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 25, 2022

You want your vacation rental to look good and attract guests but you may not have the time or skill to do it yourself. Booking your vacation through Alluvion Vacations can provide you with a photographer to take stellar photos of your home and manage your Airbnb listing so that you don’t have to do it […]

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Searching for a Perfect Farmhouse – Consider Hudson Valley and Catskills Real Estate

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 22, 2022

What’s your dream home look like? Is it secluded in the woods with lots of greenery around you, or is it right off a bustling city street, with great restaurants and entertainment nearby? Maybe you’re looking for a fixer-upper that can be turned into the house of your dreams over time, or maybe you […]

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Hiking to the Summit of Mt. Beacon for Breathtaking Hudson River Views – Exploring Hudson Valley with Photographer Maxwell Alexander

Hiking to the Summit of Mt. Beacon for Breathtaking Hudson River Views

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 22, 2022

In the Hudson Valley, few hikes compare to the exhilaration of Mt. Beacon Hiking Trail in Beacon, NY. The spectacular hike takes you to the highest point in Dutchess County and offers you amazing views of Newburgh, NY, and all the way to the Catskill Mountains on the horizon. Starting from a parking lot […]

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5 Reasons You Need to Visit the Newburgh Waterfront

5 Reasons Why You Need to Visit the Newburgh Waterfront

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | March 20, 2022

Located just about an hour north of NYC, Newburgh Waterfront is known to be one of the hottest culinary destinations in the Hudson Valley and Upstate, NY. It’s one of my favorite places to visit, especially with my friends from the city, when they come up to the Hudson Valley to enjoy all that […]

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