Owners of warehouse district space The Duce Andi and Steve Rosenstein are not afraid to multi-task. After leaving Chicago, selling their casual clothing business Fitigues, and seeking a mellow Valley retirement, the duo scrapped relaxing and instead opened the bar, eatery, gym, and shop in 2010. With the launch of…
The legends of La Llorona, hoof man, and skinwalkers long have lurked in the dark corners of desert dwellers’ dreams and run-amok imaginations. Venture into the landscape at night with an Arizonan with a knack for yarn spinning, and chances are good that you’ll end up shakin’ in your proverbial…
For rock ‘n’ roll buffs, jetting to Memphis to tour Sun Records is a pilgrimage that makes the bucket list. Standing in rooms where the genre’s innovators and most popular players Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis gathered and recorded is damn near holy. Million Dollar…
A day of outdoor sporting sounds utterly English, and, while our minds drift toward the idyllic landscape of Downton Abbey and equestrianism, this summer marks London’s third go-round hosting the Olympic Games. Although upper-crust activities like shooting, bowls, and fox hunting won’t be included in the two weeks of world-class…
If there were a patron saint of Palm Springs-apporpriate duds, Trina Turk would be it. The designer’s based in the Southern California desert city, lives in this awesome house that looks like a cruise ship, and specializes in high-end pool-worthy designs with flowy silhouettes and loud, colorful prints. Naturally her…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: Blame The Sartorialist and his snapshots of gorgeously effortless outfits if you must. But with inspiration from those striking ensembles we’re jumping on this playsuit bandwagon and not…
Sometimes a movie screens for one night only, and sometimes it shows for weeks or months. That’s why when it comes to moviegoing, planning ahead is crucial. Planners that we are, we’ve selected five must-see flicks screening in the Valley this month. Stock up on your preferred salty, sweet snacks…
Get off the couch. Get outta the house. Here are our top picks for things to do this weekend. Douchebag Party @ Smashboxx Fear not the douchiness within. Embrace your inner fake tan, hair spikes, popped collar, and roid arms. Young d-bag, repeat after us: “If you’re looking for douches,…
Describing something as “twice in a lifetime” doesn’t have quite the romantic ring that “once in a lifetime” carries. But when it comes to cosmic events, the transit of Venus makes for an astronomically must-see occurrence. Every 243 years the planet named for the goddess of love (and, interestingly, the…
“See the music, hear the dance,” renowned choreographer George Balanchine once said. The co-founder and ballet master of the New York City Ballet was big into music (also marrying ballerinas — he wed a total of five), and he extensively collaborated with composer Igor Stravinsky. So it’s no coincidence that…
Ira Glass’ nasally, comforting voice leisurely moving through our speakers on a Saturday afternoon means one thing: WBEZ Chicago’s This American Life is on. Well, okay, two things; it’s also laundry day. But when the show’s This American Life Live! episode screens at Phoenix Art Museum, we’ll leave the mountains…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: Hankies are happening, people. Whether knotted around the neck or peeking out of a pocket, this is one summer trend we can get behind (unlike these seven that…
Eat your perfectly shaped heart out, Martha Stewart. Arizona’s own Cheryl Najafi is about to give you a run for your (probably) ironed and flawlessly folded money. Instead of banking on impeccable everything when it comes to entertaining at home, Najafi relies on enjoying herself and her guests, improvisation, and…
Whether you’re looking for art, fashion, literature, poolside partying, or William Shatner, here are your best bets for being out and about this weekend. 5. Phoenix Comicon @ Phoenix Convention Center Nerd alert. Comicon’s back and this year features a massive lineup of pop culture-infused haps including an appearance by…
Consider yourself warned. Whether IRL or in an ill-advised Instagram-in-the-dressing-room pic (really, why is that a thing now?), we shudder to imagine these seven trends on you and your loved ones. Even your worst enemies don’t deserve subjection to such upsetting dressing. 7. Ankle Socks with Sandals So maybe on…
So, first off, yes — America’s Next Top Model is still on television. The longtime model competition is on the cusp of its 19th season, er, “cycle,” and this time around Tyra Banks and her model-coaching accomplices are plucking potential superstars from college campuses. Valley-based 18-year-old Brittany Brown is in…
Dorothy Gale contended that there’s no place like home. But if we recall correctly her extended dream sequence that included a trip to Oz, it would seem that all she really needed throughout her yellow brick-paved journey was her little pup, Toto. The awh-inducing terrier bit old, mean ladies, barked…
Eat your perfectly-shaped heart out, Martha. Arizona’s Cheryl Najafi is about to give you a run for your (probably) ironed and flawlessly folded money. Instead of banking on impeccable everything, when it comes to entertaining at home Najafi relies on enjoying herself and her guests, improvisation, and kooky creativity. Have…
Upon hearing the news that former Vogue Paris editor Carine Roitfeld will host a fashion show in Cannes with all-black clothing and accessories, the world of fashion must be in desperate need of a shockingly colorful remedy. Lucky for Arizona’s trend-obsessed, Latino Fashion Live will bring a bright spot to…
Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it’s a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it’s on our have-to-have list. What: From Native designer and FIDM grad Bethany Yellowtail (who’s a member of the Crow and Northern Cheyenne tribes), this sculptural, structured black leather mini dress with an exposed…
The Valley’s famed for its summertime slowdown. Lucky for locals, it’s easy to find ways to rev up the weekend. Tonight’s Third Friday (stay tuned for our must-sees) and hotel pools are at their finest. Here are five more recommendations for this weekend. 5. Dulce Dance: Core @ Tempe Center…
Butter Toast Boutique co-owner Traci Nelson knows hot summer days are ahead. “I’m totally regretting wearing these boots today,” she laughs, pointing to some dark leather lace-ups. But the shop girl has a few tricks up her vintage, flowy sleeves for staying cool (and fashionable) throughout the summer months. Here…
