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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Bouquet: The 411: Fashion

Tucked on half-quaint, half-hip Main Street is designer Dominique Daniela’s newest eponymous outpost — a cozy, months-old boutique with a plush bridal suite filled with […]

Bouquet: The 411: Catering

Forget (bland) chicken and (over-cooked) fish. Philly restaurant mogul Stephen Starr just launched Starr Events, a catering service that pulls from the menus of Starr’s […]

Bouquet: The 411: Planning

For 15 years, couples have been registering for super-stylish goods at Center City’s Scarlett Alley. They’ve also been picking up all the little oft-forgotten details […]

Bouquet: The Look: Taking Flight

Adorn your rehearsal-dinner frock — or even the one you wear on the Big Day — with Diana Vincent’s 18-karat white-gold bird brooch with diamond […]

Bouquet: The 411: Beauty

Let star stylist Laurentius Purnama teach you the tricks of the trade with his brand-new Bridal Bootcamp. Perfect for destination brides traveling sans stylist, the […]

Wedding: SS08: Perfect Pairs

Let these bold and beautiful combos show you how your cake and flowers can inspire each other and live in perfect harmony — just like […]


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


Honeymoon: Destination: Almost Paris

Where do French joie de vivre and a fairy-tale setting conspire to sweep you off your feet? In Canada’s oh-so-European (and closer-than-Paris) Quebec City. Lucky […]

Honeymoon: Destination: Viva Andalusia

Overflowing with romance, history and culture, Andalusia is begging to be explored with the one you love. Spain’s southernmost region is where quintessential elements of […]

Honeymoon: Travel Style: Jet-Setter Chic

Tano Debbie Metal bag in Tobacco, $195 at Leehe Fai, Philadelphia. Yves Saint Laurent sunglasses, $276 at Pileggi Boutique, Philadelphia. By Boe wire leaf earrings, […]

How to: Speak Now

Have you heard? Love is patient. Love is kind. Maybe it’s refreshing simplicitythat makes this biblical passage (1 Corinthians 13:4-7) such a popular wedding reading […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.