Curated by Corina

08/19/2025

7:30 a.m., in a quiet Chicago alley, I kicked things off by interviewing my sister before we stepped inside AIRE. (Maybe I missed my calling as a news reporter? 🎤✨)

What makes AIRE so unique is the way it blends history with intention. Inspired by ancient Roman, Greek, and Ottoman traditions, each space feels both timeless and elevated. Candlelight, stone, steam, water, and even their signature massages—layered in a rhythm that slows you down and draws you in.

The Chicago location, inside a restored 1902 factory, is their largest yet. With thermal baths, steam rooms, a saltwater flotarium, and massage offerings, it’s more than relaxation…it’s a reminder to pause, breathe, and return to yourself.

That’s why I love it. Not just a spa day, but a curated experience I’ll carry with me long after I leave. Follow along with Curated by Corina and let’s start planning yours.



Sydney Burkhart Corina Lee DeOrnellis

08/15/2025

We made the news! 🌸

Thank you, Moberly and surrounding area, for helping make The Art of Blooming possible! This event gave girls in foster care a day to feel truly seen, valued, and empowered; with a custom bouquet bar, music, sound healing, and more.

We were surrounded by amazing volunteers, sponsors, and community members who made the day unforgettable. I’m so proud to share that it even made the local news!

Grateful for every single person who helped these girls bloom. 💛

Former Moberly resident Corina DeOrnellis held an event on August 4 that was geared towards providing girls in foster care an opportunity to express their personalities in a unique way: through creating bouquets of flowers.

08/12/2025

The Art of Blooming was more than just an event. It was a reflection of what Curated by Corina is all about: growth, empowerment, and living with intention.

Whether I’m planning travel or curating events like this one, my mission stays the same – to create meaningful experiences that invite reflection, connection, and alignment with the life you want to live.

Every bouquet the girls built was more than flowers. It was a moment of choice. Bold. Soft. Vibrant. Strong. No matter what life has looked like, you still have the power to choose how you show up in the world.

This community came together in the most beautiful way to surround these girls with love and support. From the goats and gift bags to the sound healing, music, and photo station, every detail was intentionally curated to say: You are seen. You matter.

One of the girls said, “Everyone here is so nice.” Another shared that her past would not define her future. That’s legacy work, and the ripple effect didn’t stop there. Every volunteer, sponsor, and person who helped spread the word left feeling connected to something bigger.

To all of you – the sponsors, the Bloom Crew, the volunteers, the friends who shared and supported – thank you for helping make this vision possible. Because when we curate with intention, everyone blooms.

Timber Lake Christian Church - event space

14th Circuit Children’s Division (Holly Calvert) - Bloom Crew Member and partner

Carla Hardy Whittaker (Fostering Brighter Futures) - $500 donation

John & Elana Hausman - $125 donation

Faith Bridge Foster and Adoptive Family Support -$100 donation

Matthew Morton - $100 donation

Caring Communities - $100 in Walmart gift cards

Amy Owen - $50 donation

Lindsay Bailey: Weichert, Realtors - House Of Brokers - $50 donation

Rooted 242 (Amy Martel) - Boots on the ground, Bloom Crew Member, charcuterie board

Spotlight Entertainment (David Cammack) - Bloom Crew Member, DJ

Dots bakery - Custom Cookies

Moser's Foods, Rockbridge Hy-Vee Floral, Bratchers Market, Willow Farms, Battlefield Lavender AWG Kansas City Our Garden - flowers, lavender

Peony Lane Farms - flower stand

A Stroke of Magic - marquee letters, balloons

385 Keepsake Rentals - mirror with vinyl design

Fast Yowi Custom Tees - custom T-shirts

Macon GOAT Experiences (KD & Sydney Burkhart) - goat therapy

The Lighthouse Counseling Center (Ann Elliot) - boots on the ground, Bloom Crew Member, vase donation

Radiant Links - vase engraving

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline - journals, stickers, magnets

ABC Printers - entrance sign, affirmation cards

Vintage Whimsy Rentals - easel for entrance sign

Wilder Rays Photography - photographs

Hair by Emily Smith - plates, napkins, markers, bouquet holders, twine

Sandy Leyva-Gamble - name tags, flower tags, Poppi soda

Rebecca Brockman - boots on the ground, Bloom Crew Member

Amanda Kroner - Bloom Crew Member

Becky Jo Ordway - Sound Therapist

Red Barn Canvas - Custom bouquet wraps

08/07/2025

Excited to share my latest collaboration with Legacy Acres Farm through Curated by Corina!

Less than two hours from Atlanta, Georgia, across the Alabama line, there’s a luxury glamping tent on 64 acres of farmland - a place that feels like it’s in the middle of nowhere, yet sometimes that’s exactly where you find yourself.

I came here to step away, find quiet, and reflect, and it was exactly what I needed.

Surrounded by woods, open fields, farm animals, and sunsets that stop you in your tracks, this space invites you to slow down, reconnect, and experience the kind of getaway we all need sometimes. The owners are growing flowers, expanding their vegetable gardens and orchard, and dreaming up new experiences to share with future guests, creating a place that’s always evolving.

What inspired me most was meeting them and seeing the love they’ve poured into every detail. That same spirit fuels Curated by Corina: recognizing the flame in others, collaborating, and sharing stories that inspire connection and growth.

When was the last time you gave yourself permission to pause and discover something new?

Check them out here: https://www.airbnb.com/l/mw6hBUOv

08/06/2025

Built it. Earned it. Became it.

I didn’t wait for a seat at the table, I designed my own lane.

This is what it looks like when you stop asking… and start claiming.

I don’t just book trips.
I don’t just plan events.
I curate transformation—in how we move, how we heal, and how we show up.

Every part of this is intentional.
Especially the woman behind it.

Stay close, the curated life isn’t just mine. It’s yours, too.

📸 Wilder Rays Photography
🏙️ City of Moberly, Missouri
💄 Noir Beauty and Skincare LLC
📍 Moberly, MO
✈️ Curated vision. Small town roots. Big energy.


Corina Lee DeOrnellis

07/29/2025

You smell it before you see it.

Tucked along a busy street in Thailand, under fluorescent lights with cars passing and mopeds weaving through the crowd, a vendor pours thin batter onto a hot griddle. They call it a Thai pancake, folded around whatever you’re craving in that moment. I went with peanut butter and chocolate, but you’ll see mango, banana, coconut, strawberry—simple fillings layered with flavor.

One of those tastefully curated moments that makes you stop, just long enough to remember it.

07/22/2025

07/15/2025

This isn’t just an event. It’s part of my becoming.

This August, I’m returning to Missouri to host something that holds more meaning than I can fully explain.

It’s called The Art of Blooming ™ — an event I’m creating through Curated by Corina for girls in foster care who deserve more than survival. We’ll be building custom bouquets, but it’s not really about the flowers. It’s about choice. About self-expression. About believing you still have the power to bloom, no matter how your story began.

This is personal. Not because I’m sharing every detail of my past, but because I know what was missing. And now, I get to offer what I once needed.

I’m doing this through Curated by Corina because my business is rooted in growth. And this is what growth looks like: returning to your roots with clarity, purpose, and an open hand.

I’m incredibly grateful to the local businesses and community members who are already helping bring this vision to life behind the scenes. If you’re in or near Moberly and feel called to support this event through sponsorship or thoughtful contribution, I’d love to connect by July 22nd.

I’m not here to fix anyone’s story.
I’m here to remind them they still get to write the next chapter.

— Corina
Founder, Curated by Corina



The Art of Blooming™ is an original empowerment event series created by Curated by Corina, rooted in my personal experience as a former foster youth and survivor. I created this experience to help others reclaim their story. All materials, themes, and structure are part of a curated program currently in development.

07/11/2025

Excited to be a sponsor for this fun hometown event! 🛏️💥 Proud to support and partner with local businesses who care about community just as much as I do. Check it out and get your team registered!

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07/08/2025

Throwback to this stunning gender reveal
as part of a special collaboration with Kristen Hall Photography. It’s such a beautiful reminder of what it means to pause and celebrate the moments that matter.

If you’re entering this next season and thinking about a babymoon, I help parents-to-be plan trips that feel intentional, relaxed, and full of meaning. Whether that looks like an all-inclusive escape, a cozy mountain stay, or an overseas getaway, I’ll curate something that fits you.

Before the next chapter begins, take the time to celebrate what’s already here.

07/01/2025

Where bold views meet bold dreams: Riu Plaza España, Madrid 🇪🇸 ✨

From rooftop cocktails to stepping onto a glass skywalk 27 floors up, Madrid reminded me that perspective changes everything.

📍 Riu Plaza España offers:
🍹 Drinks with sunsets you’ll never forget
🏙️ Panoramic views of Madrid’s iconic skyline
🌟 Glass-floor walkways that turn courage into an experience
🛏️ Modern rooms blending Spanish style and comfort
📌 A central location perfect for exploring the heart of the city

Here’s to rising above fears, embracing every breathtaking moment, and discovering the world on your own terms.

Have you ever stayed at a Riu property before? They’re one of my preferred partners for unforgettable stays. If you have, I’d love to hear about your experience, or let me know if you’d like recommendations for your next adventure! ✈️👇

06/29/2025

A morning walk turned into 30 minutes of watching beekeepers work their magic deep in the woods. 🐝

I got to hold and taste honeycomb straight from the hive—one of those unexpected moments that reminded me adventure can happen right in your own backyard. 🍯

You don’t always need a plane ticket; sometimes wonder is waiting just down the trail. Near or far, I love helping you find the moments that make life extraordinary. ✨

Big thanks to Metro Atlanta Beekeepers Association for sharing your passion and knowledge!