January/February 2021 Issue

Metropolis

City Life

City Commissioner Al Schmidt, Hero of the 2020 Election, Is Ready to Call It Quits

Attacked by Trump and targeted by his base, the embattled Republican explains why this term will be his last.

Scout

Life & Style

Stylish With Jenna Lyons Winner Mike Grady on His Favorite Philly Things

The South Carolina native is a freelance art director, a stylist, and the winner of a new HBO Max docuseries/competition show. Here, all the things he loves about his adopted hometown.

Life & Style

7 Buzzy New Philly Retail Arrivals to Have on Your Radar

From Zen Samad’s Fashion District boutique to a chakra-balancing treatment at the Four Seasons Spa.

City Life

One Reason I Hope We Never Stop Wearing Masks

An unexpected upside to wearing face masks in Philly? Getting a little anonymity in this small town.

Life & Style

Need a Mood Boost? Look Inside This Vibrant and Cheery Chestnut Hill Home

The design started with a hot pink velvet sofa and only got more fun from there.