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Wedding Fashion

You've been dreaming about it since you were a little girl in pigtails. Now, let our experts help you find your dream dress — locally.

 

Cakes

Short, tall, round, square or cupcakes ... it's time to choose the sweetest part of your reception. Let these bold and beautiful combos show you how your cake and flowers can live in harmony.

 

65 Cool Philadelphia Coffee Shops

Even if your morning regular is a tall skinny decaf latte with Splenda, you'll love our triple-shot whipped-cream-on-top guide to 65 great local coffee shops.

 

50 Meals Under $50

Why cap your dinner for two at 50 bucks? Because if you spend less for dinner today, you can eat out again tomorrow.

 

30 Dirty Little (Shopping!) Secrets

Where Philly's fashionistas go for the best deals around town

 

Wedding Q&A

Whether it's confusion over your gown, your bridesmaids or how to make it through the planning process without morphing into a bridezilla, we have all of your wedding questions answered!

 

The Guide to the Shore 2008

Our totally insider, town-by-town guide to what's new, what's hot (and we don't mean the sand) and what's legendary on the Jersey Coast - along with the stuff you absolutely must eat, do, buy, indulge in to make the most of your summer.

 

OUTDOOR DINING

From Center City to the Shore, our 20 favorite places to dine alfresco

 

Flowers

There's so much more than flowers to bring the beauty of nature to your wedding day. View our slideshow for instant inspiration.

 

Beyond the Tea Party

Throw a chic — but simple! — girls' get-together

 

Our Guide to the Green Life

Eco-friendly tips and trendy green design ideas. Browse our Guide and learn what “green” means!

 

How to Be a Better Philadelphian

There are at least 9 ways to become a better Philadelphian: help the poor, rescue an animal, preserve the environment… Discover 92 great local groups worthy of your time, energy and money.

 

Best Places to Work: The 20 Best Companies

If you are looking for a job or an important switch in you career, you may want to have a sneak peek at our guide to the best Philly-area firms. Got your rsum ready?

 

The New Philly Workplace

What if your company could make the office feel a little more like home? We found some local companies that are working to make office hours more relaxed, creative and rewarding.

 

The Pampered Pet’s Guide To Philly

Whether you are looking for a pet hotel with cable TV or an artisan restaurant with a dog menu, this is the right reading to make sure that your furry friend never has to ruff it.

 

Trips That Will Change Your Life

We find for you fabulous destinations, five-hours yoga classes, meditation tips and much more, in this guide to places that will really change your life.

 

Fall Travel Guide

Whether you want to try the mud wraps in Sedona, AZ, or relax on the beach at Royal Plantation resort, Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica, have a sneak peek at our Fall travel guide.

 

Time for Beauty

You know what you need to do. Now the only question is when? Follow this timeline, so you can be your best self.

 

Fitness Tips

Question: Your planning is not all logistics. When it comes down to it, you want to look your best...

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Special Occasion Guide

You don't have to live in Hollywood to throw a fabulous fete. Learn how to create "wow" events in Philadelphia, using our Special Occasion Planners Guide!

 

Wedding Checklist

Wedding planning can be overwhelming, but we're here to help! Check out our comprehensive, month-to-month guide (with great tips and gorgeous photo  galleries!) to get it all done in fabulous style.

 

The Philly Mag 50

Our first-ever ranking of Philadelphia's 50 best restaurants

 

Philadelphia's Best Steakhouses

Our meat and potatoes guide to the region's best steak restaurants

 

The Best Brunch Spots

Our 21 favorite places to spend a Sunday morning

 

The Best Philadelphia Take-Out Food

When you want it to-go, here's where to go

 

Philadelphia Mexican Food

From authentic taquarias to elevated Mexican fare, we've got the spot for you