The Wild Wild West Steampunk Convention was a hit, as former movie studio/living history theme park Old Tucson Studios came to life this weekend, full of folks showing off costumes that reimagined the Victorian era. The parameters of the steampunk genre are loosely defined as Victorian science fiction, which in…
Be still our hearts. Spanish mega-retailer Zara is setting up shop at Scottsdale Fashion Square. Much like competitors H&M and Uniqlo, the fast-fashion chain has hit it big with style-conscious shoppers worldwide, gaining fans for its low prices and on-trend items. See also: – Cellar Door Vintage Opens with Punk…
Because nothing says “Let’s celebrate International Women’s Day” like a bidding war over a sex doll, we bring you Valentina. Valentina is the brain child of Sexônico, an online sex shop, and is the first sex doll to have “human-skin,” plus “fleshy lips, full breasts, and a body that inspires…
We salute you, spring breakers. As does Kelly Lewis. The globetrotting travel writer founded Go! Girl Guides to publish guidebooks targeted toward women traveling solo in such places as Thailand and Argentina and share a slew of tips. Que sorpresa, coeds, Lewis and Go! Girl Guides: Mexico author Ellen Guill…
Now, we’re not big believers in signs and superstition, but the abundance of bizarre in our own town (of course) and nationwide had us wondering: What’s up with people claiming we’ll be immortal by 2045?, Who thinks leg advertisements are a good idea?, Since when were zombie-hunting trucks a good…
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: April showers bring May flowers, and with spring come floods of florals. Embrace the flowery fun with a vintage A-line miniskirt sporting a busy arrangement of small, colorful…
Because not all advertisements can be slapped on a graphic tee, Japanese advertising company Absolute Territory PR came up with a new “sexy” way to sell content: Women’s thighs. See also: – Urban Outfitters Celebrates Back-to-School with Boozy T-Shirts … And Pisses Off Mothers Against Drunk Driving – Meggings: When…
Ben Ruiz’s makeshift office is located in a quiet corner of a Tempe coffee shop where he currently is working on his love letter to the beat-’em-up genre,Aztez. Aztez is a stylized brawler with an art style ripped from the wall of an Aztec pyramid. Gameplay in Aztez is split…
If you (or someone you know) could use $500 for a creative project, pay attention. New Times is presenting our fourth annual Big Brain Awards this year — which means $500 cash prizes for creatives in each of the following categories: performing arts, visual arts, online, design, craft and culinary…
Time to dust off your keys and replace your ribbons, friends — the fourth Phoenix Type-In is just around the corner. The geek-out/meet-and-greet/show-and-tell is a chance for local typewriter fans and connoisseurs to drool over each other’s machines and show off their latest tips and tricks. Get ready to Instagram…
Tempe native Brennan O’Mara is passionate about two things: music and art. The 27-year-old ASU fine arts graduate and drummer incorporates elements of both in his daily wares. What are you wearing right now? The weather is great right now, so I am wearing some frayed, purple corduroy shorts. A…
If you’re headed out for a few shows, or if you’re just looking for some pretty cool things to buy/see/eat/drink in downtown Phoenix we’ve got you covered. Introducing Quick PHX. You’ll spot our paper guide on newsstands, counter tops, and coffee tables starting today and if you’re lucky, throughout the…
When most people think of video games, they don’t think of romance. However, video games can produce relationships just as powerful as any other art form can. We’ve compiled a list of the best couples in video game history — and while some are harmless or heartwarming, others are just…
A garden-variety First Friday art walk is typically fraught with vibrant distractions, lively activity, and even a few hazards along the way (Ever run into those Bible-thumping preachers witnessing on street corners?) as attendees bounce between various galleries and venues. Ditto for its annual three-day counterpart Art Detour, the latest…
Now that some time has passed since Sony announced the PlayStation 4, we’ve decided to take a step back and compile what we do and don’t know about the next-gen console. Sony has announced many great features and a couple of unpopular ones, but the company is still quiet on…
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: Yes, emerald is Pantone’s choice color for 2013. But spring runways featured a more muted green — sea foam, specifically — with such designers as Carolina Herrera, Diane…
Just as movies based on video games tend to fail, so do video games based on movies. Almost every movie these days has its own licensed game tie-in, and most such titles are so bad that many gamers write off all movie-related releases. It gets even worse when games are…
Gigi Arredondo has been working in the industry for nearly a decade as a hair stylist, makeup artist, and beauty consultant in Old Town Scottsdale. She’s constantly learning, trend hunting, and shopping — all with access to beauty products not available to the public. And she’s here to share the…
The caffeinated, sugar-induced craft bonanza that is Coffee, Cookies & Crafts will usher in a marathon of gifts, craft supplies, and interactive activities at downtown’s Bragg’s Pie Factory this weekend during Art Detour. (Stay tuned for our map and a list of our must-sees.) And while there will be plenty…
To the joy of anyone with a Tumblr account or a cat thing, the Internet-famed Grumpy Cat (real name: Tardar Sauce) from Arizona has surfaced on YouTube performing the Harlem Shake. See also: – Our Nine Favorite Faces of Tardar Sauce, The Grumpy Cat from Arizona – Top 10 “Harlem…
Kelley Roach is motivated by creativity. Following her interior-decorating dreams, the 25-year-old spends the nine-to-five shift at Jaime Herzlinger Interiors in Arcadia, a safe haven where she can use her talent for domestic touch. When Roach isn’t transforming homes, you can catch her (and her trendy threads) at shops and…
