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November 2009

 
 

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Book It! Salon Edition: November 20, 2009

Where to score a last minute appointment this week.
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What philly's coolest people are loving this week.
Carrie Denny
 
 

ON THE HOMEFRONT: A Designer's Dwelling

Lauren McCutcheon gets us a sneak peek at Kayte Terry's cool pad.
Lauren McCutcheon
 

STORE UPDATE: Beans Beauty's Soon-To-Open Center City Location!

Here's the latest on this Best of Philly winner's downtown expansion.
Noelle Kearns
 
 

STREET STYLE: Wandering in Rittenhouse

Our style-savvy editors prowl the streets to find the latest fashions. 


carrie Denny
 

The SALE REPORT: More Than 15 Sales & Events in the City and 'Burbs

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 
 

THE SALE REPORT: Sales & Events in the City and 'Burbs

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 

THE SALE REPORT: Sales & Events in the City and ‘Burbs

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there an
Carrie Denny
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Military Jackets

This Goods reporter is looking for a fall jacket-with-a-twist to jazz up her wardrobe .
Brittany McLeod
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Statement Necklaces

This Goods reporter is on the hunt for a bold necklace for the holiday season.
Noelle Kearns
 
 
 
 
 

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Seasonal Style: Wild Thing

Animal prints have returned, and the traditionally racy patterns are more approachable and versatile.
Carrie Denny
 
 

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DesignPhiladelphia 2009: The Oughta-Do-At-Least-One-of-These List

Hit up these events at this year’s DesignPhiladelphia.
Lauren McCutcheon
 

GETTING OUTTA HERE: Autumn Getaways

Travel editor Christy Speer has fall’s color-changing leaves on her mind.
Christy Speer
 
 

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: Typhaney B. Jewelry

The former owner of Old City’s Conspiracy Showroom is turning out designs we want to get our hands on.
Annie Monjar
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 
 

ON THE HOMEFRONT: Fall Foliage From Local Florists

Our favorite seasonal arrangements from shops around the city.
Lauren McCutcheon with research by...
 

Street Style: Wandering in Rittenhouse

Our style-savvy editors prowl the streets to find the latest fall fashions.
Carrie Denny
 
 

THE SALE REPORT: Drexel University Hosts an International Fashion Event, Plus Fall Sales and Deals

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 

THE SALE REPORT: Fall Events and Sales Throughout the Region

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop …
Carrie Denny
 
 

THE SALE REPORT: Fall Events and Sales Throughout the Region

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 

THE SALE REPORT: Sales and Events in the City and Beyond

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Fur Accents

Check out how Philly’s boutiques are stocking one of this season’s most fashionable trends.
Carrie Denny
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Long Sweaters

Fashion Editor Carrie Denny wants to wrap up in a long, cozy sweater.
Carrie Denny
 
 

Zahra Saeed’s Fall Collection

Our favorite looks from this local designer’s Rittenhouse boutique.
Carrie Denny
 
 
 
 

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: Studio 47 West

The brightly hued pieces by this local family-run jewelry company are on our...
Annie Monjar
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 

ON THE HOMEFRONT: The Shopping Without The Drive

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon is pumped about Terrain’s new e-commerce site.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

STREET STYLE: Strolling on Walnut

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the newest fashions.
Carrie Denny
 

THE GREEN SCENE: Greenable Goes to NoLibs

Check out this local home renovation center's new space.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

THE SALE REPORT: Events in the 'Burbs and Sales in the City

Here's our latest roundup of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 

THE SALE REPORT: Special Deals and Events From the City to The ‘Burbs

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 
 

THE SALE REPORT: Suburban Events and City Sales

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 

THE SALE REPORT: Summer Saling

A Girls’ Night Out in A.C. and discounts at Best of Philly menswear shop Pants.
Carrie Denny
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Animal Prints!

These secretly versatile patterns are all over Philly boutiques this fall. ...
Carrie Denny
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Over-the-Knee Boots

Fashion editor Carrie Denny is on the hunt for her perfect pair.
Carrie Denny
 
 
 
 
 

Shopping & Style

August Sales

Sales on Keri Golf bags and at Ventresca.
Allison Stadd
 

Local Spotlight: Dress Up

Our DIY obsession comes to adorable toddler clothes thanks to three Main Line moms who started CPC Designs.
Allison Stadd
 
 

Now Open: A New Home

East Passyunk residents get a shelter store to call their own.
Allison Stadd
 

Salons: Think Fast

Salon Vanity owner Edmondo Blando new flash color service for blondes is his best idea yet.
Allison Stadd
 
 

Seasonal Style: Short ’n’ Sweet

There’s something so laid-back and casual, yet completely sophisticated and stylish (kinda like Philly!), about shorts ensembles.
Carrie Denny
 

Trimmings: Bolly-Good

We love these big, bold Slumdog Millionaire-inspired danglers popping up at our favorite boutiques.
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

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BEST OF PHILLY: Get Shopping!

Here’s a taste of what you can find in this year’s roundup of Philly’s best shops.
Carrie Denny
 

Book It! Salon Edition: August 14, 2009

Where to score a last minute appointment this week.
 
 

Book It! Salon Edition: August 7, 2009

Where to get a last minute appointment this week.
 

Book It! Salon Edition: July 31, 2009

Where to get a last minute appointment this week.
 
 

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: JJewelz by Jan Pecarsky

We’ve got our eye on this local jewelry designer and her LBD-perfect necklaces.
Lauren Jennings
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What Philly's coolest people are loving this week.
 
 

ON THE HOMEFRONT: Whale Watching

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon fills us in on what she’s shopping for right now.
Lauren McCutcheon
 

STORE SNAPSHOT: Plage Tahiti

Our stealthy stakeouts of shop-worthy area boutiques.
Lauren Jennings and Julie Rapp
 
 

STREET STYLE: Keeping Cool in Center City

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the newest fashions.
Carrie Denny
 

THE GREEN SCENE: Close to the Chest

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon has got her eye on a special bedroom piece from a local eco-friendly furniture designer’s new...
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

THE SALE REPORT: Summer Saling

Philly’s stores are gearing up for fall with oodles of sales on warm-weather clothes.
 

THE SALE REPORT: Summer Saling

A national retailer opening in Center City, a party at an Old City shoe store, and oodles of sales —...
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Chic Blazers

The heat’s still here, but this Goods reporter has got fall clothes on the brain.
Lauren Jennings
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Short ’n’ Sweet

There’s something so laid-back and casual, yet completely sophisticated and stylish (kinda like Philly!), about shorts ensembles.
Carrie Denny
 
 
 
 
 

Shopping & Style

Breaking News: Y-3 Boutique-in-Boutique Coming to Joan Shepp

The renowned designer’s first U.S. shop of its kind is landing right here in Philly.
Carrie Denny
 
 

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Buy Local: Shirt Tales

A shirt that stays neat and tucked-in throughout the workday.
Allison Stadd
 

Now Open: Casual Is King

A new store — filled with oodles of carefree apparel — comes to King of Prussia.
Allison Stadd
 
 

Retail Report: July Sales

Reduced prices on items that you rarely see discounted.
Allison Stadd
 

Seasonal Style: Green Pieces

Utterly stylish, I’ve-totally-got-to-have-that finds that just happen to be eco-friendly.
Carrie Denny
 
 

Take Note: Groovy Galleria

Stop by during the July 3rd-5th celebration for special sales and events.
Allison Stadd
 

Trends: House Party

The Avon Lady is back, and more welcome than ever.
Janine White
 
 

Trimmings: Color You Happy

Of all the trends you’ll see around town this summer, this is by far the sunniest.
Carrie Denny
 
 

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Book It! Salon Edition: July 17, 2009

Where to get a last minute appointment this week.
 

Book It! Salon Edition: July 24, 2009

Where to get a last minute appointment this week.
 
 

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: The Nap Nanny

Philly sports anchor Leslie Gudel is earning sighs of relief from mothers across the country.
Allison Stadd
 

Obsessed: Picks from our Style Squad

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OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

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OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

What these stylish Philadelphians are loving this week.
 
 

STORE SNAPSHOT: Third Street Habit

Our stealthy stakeouts of shop-worthy area boutiques.
Lauren Jennings and Erica Beinlich
 

STREET STYLE: Wandering!

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the latest fashions.
Carrie Denny
 
 

THE GREEN SCENE: Local Spotlight on Sand Shack

This young local designer is keeping the seas blue with his Shore-preppy, eco-chic accessories.
Allison Stadd
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Jelly Sandals

This Goods reporter is on the hunt for sandals that can stand up to summer rainstorms.
Allison Stadd
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: One-Shouldered Cocktail Dress

Our Goods reporter is desperately searching for a new frock for summer soirees.
Lauren Jennings
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Skinny Belts

We desperately want to find the perfect version of this wardrobe staple.
Lauren Jennings
 
 
 

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ON THE HOMEFRONT: Philadelphian Furniture

Our resident home expert is all over Area 919’s NoLibs exhibit of locally designed furniture.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 
 
 

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Experts: Family Jewels

Jewelry connoisseurs can stop mourning the loss of the Jack Kellmer Company, which recently closed after 72 years. Jeff Kellmer,...
Allison Stadd
 

Now Open: Sustaining Style

A beloved eco - everything store gets a second spot on South Street
Allison Stadd
 
 

Retail Report: June Sales

Lambertville’s Lime Boutique has curated an amazing handbag collection from brands like Kooba, Botkier and Rebecca Minkoff, to name a...
Allison Stadd
 

Seasonal Style: Fit to Be Tied

Tie-dye! Yep, it’s back — but this time, it’s all grown-up (so don’t bust out that old neon t-shirt just...
Carrie Denny
 
 

Shop Talk: Dolled Up

Main Line salon fixture Raya Yukhimov has opened an edgy two floor spot, Raya Coiffure/Boutique, with her husband, Leonard Kadyshes....
Allison Stadd
 

Trimmings: Linked In

Dad already has a silver pair of cuff links. For Father’s Day, give him some to jazz up his suited...
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

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AWESOME OPENINGS: JimmyStyle

This local style guru’s giving us one more reason to love South Philly
Carrie Denny
 

GREEN SCENE: Eco-Picnic

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon tells us how to make sure our picnic dishes don’t end up in a landfill.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

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OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

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OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the latest fashions.
 

ON THE HOMEFRONT: Stealing Ideas From the Homes We Feature

Our neighborhood Home editor pops by with her current obsession.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

ROUNDUP: 7 Manly Man Barber Shops That'll Pamper Your Pop

When it comes to salon pampering, Mom always gets first dibs. This Father’s Day, sign up dear ole Dad for...
Carrie Denny, with reporting by...
 

STORE SNAPSHOT: Sevilla Smith

Our stealthy stakeouts of shop-worthy area boutiques.
Lauren Jennings and Erica Beinlich
 
 

STREET STYLE: Rittenhouse Square

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the latest fashions.
 

Trends: Suddenly Scooter

We caught up with some unexpected ­scooterers to find out why they’re reinventing the urban commute 
Mara Zepeda
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Nude Shoes

They’re in, they’re essential, and we’re on a mission to find the perfect pair.
Carrie Denny
 

WHERE WE’LL BE SHOPPING THIS SUMMER: Avalon

These stylish fashion boutiques are almost enough — almost — to keep us off the beach
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

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Getting Outta Here: Three Great Deals for Summer

Travel editor Christy Speer shares three great deals she’s got her eye on this summer
Christine Speer
 
 
 
 

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Happening: Fair With Flare

In its sixth year, Art Star Craft Bazaar is a budding-designer event that has grown into a can’t-miss shopping stop
Allison Stadd
 

Local Spotlight: Minor Mane

Center City mom Tami Dimmerman had an aha moment after fruitlessly searching for a product to tame her baby’s hair
Allison Stadd
 
 

Now Open: Jean Queen

A national denim mega-store comes to South Jersey
Allison Stadd
 

Retail Report: May Sales

Solidify your summer style with a preseason sale at Bryn Mawr’s free-spirited Ooh La La boutique
Allison Stadd
 
 

Seasonal Style: Keep Your Pants On

Pants are having such a fashion moment that we implore you to give them a try
Carrie Denny
 

Trimmings: On the Fringe

If you’ve ever longed to explore your inner bohemian, this spring is the season to do it
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

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Event Planners You Can Take Home With You

You already love their stylish events. Now, with their cool retail stores, Donna O’Brien and Kendall Brown can give your...
Carrie Denny
 

GREEN SCENE: Make Your Shore House Eco-Chic

Philadelphia Home editor Lauren McCutcheon can’t get enough of the summer-perfect patterns from this local green textile designer.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

LAST MINUTE (AND YES, SURE-FIRE) MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS

Don’t worry — there’s plenty of time to still get your mom something just as lovely as she is
Carrie Denny
 

OBSESSED: Picks from our Style Squad

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STORE SNAPSHOT: Petulia’s Folly

We go browsing…so you don’t have to! This week: what’s up at one of Center City’s coolest boutiques
 

STREET STYLE: Center City

Our style-savvy editors scout the latest fashions. This week: graphic tees, spring jackets, and super-cool shades.
Carrie Denny
 
 

STREET STYLE: Old City

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the newest fashions
Carrie Denny
 

Street Style: Old City

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the newest fashions
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

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ON THE HOMEFRONT: Center City’s Newest (Literally!) Green Store

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon gets inspired by the flora at Midtown Village’s Verde
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 
 
 

Shopping & Style

Chatter: Brooke De la Villanova: High Society

Brooke dishes the latest gossip
 

How We Spend: Shopping: We’re Looking Good

The Rittenhouse Barneys — which opens this month — is so much more than a shiny new store 
Ashley Primis
 
 

Retail Report: April Sales

April's best sales and deals
Allison Stadd
 

Retail Report: Now Open: Moving Home

Brand new shops to check out around the city
Allison Stadd
 
 

Seasonal Style: Chill, Dude

Light jackets that will define any guy’s look
Carrie Denny
 

Trimmings: Shine On

Jazz up your look whether you’re wearing a sundress, jeans and a tee, or your Sunday best
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

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Barneys Co-Op Has Come To Stay

They built it, and oh, did the people come. It started last Thursday and hasn’t let up since — I...
Carrie Denny
 

My Buys: Amanda Barton

Amanda Barton, owner of State of Grace, dishes on her latest obsession
Carrie Denny
 
 

My Buys: Cindy Harris

Cindy Harris, owner of Georgie Girl Boutique, dishes on her latest obsession
 

My Buys: Elizabeth Ayerle

Elizabeth Ayerle, owner of Fresh Ayer, dishes on her latest find
Carrie Denny
 
 

My Buys: Monique Mason

Monique Mason, owner of Moko Beauty Studio, dishes  about her fave recent purchase
Allison Stadd
 

Obsessed: Picks From Our Style Squad

Danuta Mieloch, owner of Rescue Rittenhouse SpaCurrently loving: The Renewing Pack from Valmont “Essential to have stashed in my bag...
 
 

Our Favorite Spring Pedis

Local spas and salons are offering up luxe pedicures, perfect for buffing and polishing those winter-worn tootsies so. Here are...
Allison Stadd
 

Street Style: April Showers No More

Our style-savvy editors scout the latest fashions.
Carrie Denny
 
 

STREET STYLE: Rain, Rain, Go Away

Our style-savvy editors scout the latest fashions
Carrie Denny
 
 
 
 

Arts & Events

Brooke De la Villanova: High Society

Politics is the new black, dumplings
 
 

Shopping & Style

Now Open: Pretty Note-Worthy

A stationer and craft-paper store comes to Northern Liberties
Allison Stadd
 

Retail Report: March Sales

$50 designer jeans and 1/2 off fall merchandise!
Allison Stadd
 
 

Spring Eternal

How to reinvent your closet and make everything old feel new again
Carrie Denny
 

Spring-Clean Your Life

Ahhh, spring: the perfect time to get everything in your world back on track.
Jenna Bergen
 
 
 

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Retail Report: Movin’ On Up

Matthew Izzo has moved to Old City!
Allison Stadd
 
 

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My Buys: Michelle Santarlasci

Co-owner of Lolita, Michelle Santarlasci, dishes on her latest find.
Carrie Denny
 

My Buys: Steve Duross

The co-owner of Duross & Langel tells us about his favorite recent find.
Allison Stadd
 
 

Street Style: Office Invasion: Tierney Communications Part Two

Our style-savvy editor scouts the latest fashions
Carrie Denny
 
 
 
 

Shopping & Style

Chatter: Hair Wars

Feuds! Flings! Finales! The newest chapter in the Main Line’s salon soap opera
Amy Korman
 

February Sales

Some of February's best deals
Ashley Primis
 
 

How We Spend: Fashionable Suffering

You knew beauty was painful, but fashion? Ladies, it just might be time to stroll Society Hill in — gasp!...
Carrie Denny
 

Retail Report: Local Spotlight: Tee Zone

Peruse Fred Lavner's locally inspired retro Jewish-culture tees
Ashley Primis
 
 

Retail Report: Now Open: Good Deal

Cute (and cost-conscious!) clothing comes to Rittenhouse Square
Ashley Primis
 

Retail Report: Teen Scene: First Dance

Holy Gossip Girl, who wants to show up at the prom in a dress another girl is wearing?
Ashley Primis
 
 

Trimmings: Pin Up

Spruce up your bundled look with a sparkly, pop-right-off-your-coat brooch
Carrie Denny
 
 

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Broke Folks: Cheap Is The New Black

So you’ve been feeling the pinch of the downturn … at least you’re in good company.
Victor Fiorillo
 

Seasonal Style: It’s a Date!

Make your V-Day special with the perfect outfit — and a little something flirty underneath
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

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Fashionable Suffering Web Exclusive

How to keep healthy without sacrificing style
Carrie Denny
 

Street Style: Back On the Streets — For One Glorious Day

Street Style is back on the streets for the few days of beautiful February weather
Carrie Denny
 
 

Street Style: Office Invasion: Tierney Communications

Our style-savvy editor scouts the latest fashions
Carrie Denny
 

Street Style: Office Invasion: University of the Arts

Our style-savvy editors scout the latest fashions
Carrie Denny
 
 
 
 
 

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Beauty: Winter Spa Treats

Local spas are offering remedies that will help conquer the winter blahs
Colleen Curry and Allison Stadd
 

Now Open: Sweet Spot

Mini-indulgences come to Chestnut Hill
 
 

Retail Report: January Sales

Some great sales going on in January
 

Seasonal Style: Keep Warm, Stay Cool

Philly’s overcast skies are no match for this season’s crop of well-tailored coats.
Carrie Denny
 
 

Trimmings: Topped Off

Gentlemen: Top off your look with one of these sleek hats.
Carrie Denny
 
 

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Local Spotlight: E Rock Designs

Local jewelry designer Ellen Rockower's stand out line
Melissa Noucas
 

Local Spotlight: Ellen Himic Designs, LLC

Extravagant rings, elegant earrings and jeweled necklaces that instantly add a touch of glamour to any ensemble
Lynsey Santimays
 
 

Local Spotlight: Sheila Frank

Escape to warmer climates with this local designer's Spring '09 line
Lynsey Santimays
 

Local Spotlight: Skeem

"Green" candles with packaging that is as reusable as it is beautiful
Carrie Denny
 
 

My Buys: Dana Bank

Dana Bank, owner of Town Home, spills about her fave recent purchase.
 

My Buys: Jessica Troiano

Jessica Troiano, owner of Piccolini, and her top 2 buys of the moment
Carrie Denny
 
 

Street Style: Frozen Fashion

What Philly's wearing this week.
Carrie Denny
 

Street Style: Office Invasion: Part Two

What Philadelphia is wearing this week
Carrie Denny
 
 

Top 5: NYE Party Dresses

Our top picks for fancy-fun frocks to wear to ring in the New Year
Emily Gagne
 
 

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At Your Service: No Sweat

Our guide to new classes, programs and studios guaranteed to get (and keep) you moving through ’09
Jenna Bergen
 
 
 
 
 
 
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