Shopping
In contrast to our weekly dude column Man Cave, I Am Woman adds a feminine touch by chronicling the weekend adventures of a single Philadelphia socialite.
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I should buy stock in H&M. All the cash I've spent in that store would make me one rich investor. What started out as a simple return on Friday, turned into a shopping spree thanks to a 50-percent-off sale that provided incentive to stay. Plus, spring is approaching, which means all of my favorite stores are rolling out new merch. So I have this irrepressible obligation to buy, buy, buy. And the shops in Rittenhouse, I'm sure, will thank me for it.
Saturday I wanted to reward myself for the amazing job I've been doing in school lately so I went for a simple manicure/pedicure and called up a few friends for lunch that afternoon. The meal was decent and the price was reasonable. I had to let my wallet heal from the beating I gave it shopping. We capped the night off by seeing Blue Valentine at the Ritz. I really liked it because it doesn't showcase the typical Disney-fied love story where everything is perfect. It also feed my anti-Valentine emotions that were still lingering. I am not a pessimistic person when it comes to love and romance. I just have a love/hate relationship with love much like the love/hate relationship I have with John Mayer or red meat.
The following day I took a drive out to West Philadelphia for a get together my friend Aaron was hosting. I was not in the mood to go because Aaron and his significant other have the type of relationship that feels like it's being crammed down your throat. But at least it would provide me an opportunity to wear one of my new outfits. I would just sit happily through the story about how they met at Woody's if they dared to tell it for the millionth time. I secretly wanted to Blue Valentine their love. At his house Aaron made martini's so the constant eye batting between the two love birds was ironically easier to handle.
Neighborhood Watch looks for Philly's most fashionable. This week, Kala switches it up by pointing her camera toward Old City's sexiest boutiques. Interviewing Philly residents about where they like to buy their clothes is interesting enough, but too often do we neglect the actual aesthetic experience of shopping. The way a store looks has a profound effect on how we perceive its wares, as well as the way we feel as we buy. Not to mention that store owners spend a boatload of time and money furnishing their spaces. Old City is packed with charming boutiques that do more than just display clothes they exude serious personality. Each of these clothing stores (and one breathtaking furniture store) is like each of your closest friends they have distinctive character traits, and you want to spend as much time with them as possible. Smak Parlour: The Wild, Quirky Friend
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J.Karma has the best shoes in the city, not to mention my personal favorite the super useful & chic purse holders. Luuuuurve J.Karma !!!
The Third Street Corridor is indeed filled with personality and quality. Numerous shops and galleries housing art, design and fashion have become a destination for their eclectic mix and chilled Old City charm. Your closest friends are right around the corner! Thank you Kala. --P.s. Our Visitor Information menu will help you travel to and from Old City. See you soon!
Neighborhood Watch looks for Philly's most fashionable. This week: Kala roamed one of Philly's chicest neighborhoods to talk to a few girls who work and shop there.
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Neighborhood Watch looks for Philly's most fashionable. This week, Kala catches up with a pair of Philly friends who use chic, funky accessories to add pizazz to their looks.
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| Photo | Kala Jamison |
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| Photo | Kala Jamison |
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THAT GIRL IS A FOX AND A DEMON IN THE SACK!!!! ;)
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Just to be clear, the first outfit is so bad that it becomes ironic, therefore making it cool?
Fashion is art, Kim. Everyone sees something different. :)
Neighborhood Watch looks for Philly's most fashionable. This week: Kala stopped into Green Street Consignment (700 South St., 215.733.9261) to chat with three visitors from Atlanta Leili Kasraie, Claire Rigsby and "Peanut" Jones about their personal style and take on Philadelphia fashion.
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Why these girls so stretchy in the second pictures?
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Vintage is the way to go! www.ViviVintage.com
wilbur vintage a treasure!
We'll be posting a full Golden Globes review later in the day, but until then let's run down the best and most horrific fashions we saw on the runway last night. It's my personal opinion that only those who really take risks are doing it right free gowns, free bling, so why not get a little creative? There's nothing less fun than a black dress at an awards show. Which is why I'm into the following three looks: I'll defend them thusly (special thanks to Buzzfeed's Just Jared for providing ample photos for judging purposes):
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Trunk Show Boutique (313 Bainbridge St.) is a tiny, cozy space in Queen Village that's filled to the brim with merchandise even now that the store is preparing to go out of business on Jan. 27. Before the impending last day, the boutique has marked down its clothing, accessories and jewelry at 50-60 percent off, and all of its equipment, furniture and fixtures are up for grabs as well.
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| jean-jacquesgallery.com |
| The storefront during less-snowy times |
I found a site where you can get coupons for restaurant called "Printapons" they are on all over the news, search online
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