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Charles Barkley Phoenix Suns Jersey at Cellar Door Vintage

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: It's hard to explain our unique brand of all-out affection for ex-Suns star Charles "The Round Mound of Rebound" Barkley, but, boy, did our eyes light up upon...
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Shwood Sunglasses at Hard Goods

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: There's plenty of desirable loot packed into the Hard Goods retail space. One of our favorite finds is the selection of Oregon-made Shwood sunglasses, in particular the Canby...
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Harlow Necklace at Kendra Scott Jewelry

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: Supremely wearable (and gift-worthy) is this statement necklace with hefty green onyx stones from jeweler Kendra Scott, who recently opened a boutique in the Valley. Where: Kendra Scott...
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Bison Made Leather Wallet

What: We are entirely positive that if Parks and Recreation's Tom Haverford were to stage a Treat Yo'self 2013, this fine leather wallet would be on his to-buy list. Where: Bison Made is a leather goods manufacturer housed in monOrchid. The brand specializes in handmade wallets, like this rustic and...
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Vintage Aqua Rhinestone Earrings from Found Around

What: This week's find is partially inspired by Sunday's premiere of Downton Abbey, which found our royal Crawleys celebrating a wedding and fearing the aftermath of a ruinous railroad investment. Like that episode, these earrings with their aqua stones reflect on elegance and downfall, as some of the art deco-style...
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Michael Stars Hooded Duster at The Willows

What: Reality, is that you? Prying us away from our cookie-induced holiday stupor? Surely, our fellow sluggards are about as ready for sugar plum-free days as we are. Which is to say: begrudgingly. Very Scrooge-y of us, we know. But this hooded duster (real talk: it's a glorified/glorious robe) will...
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Who Decides What Rock Is “Classic Rock?”

Not everyone has the luxury of having an auxiliary jack in their car stereo. With the amount of leaks, holes, and weird noises coming from my engine, I'm lucky my beat-up truck still runs period. I can't be asking for a decent stereo. So my commuting music consists entirely of...
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Donald J. Pliner Chukka Boots at The Clotherie

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: They say that clothes make the man, but too often we see gents who don't apply that credo to their footwear. Thankfully, The Clotherie offers up trend-conscious shoe...
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Plaid Wool Cape at Phoenix’s Petit joy Vintage

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: To wear a cape well is no easy feat. There's the association with superhero costumery, Little Red Riding Hood and James Brown connections, and its use as a...
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BB Dakota Belted Coat at Lilly

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: BB Dakota's belted wrap coat makes it all too easy to forget about this season's billowing cocoons and oversize blazers. In a Southwestern-style black, white, and brown print,...
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8 Kids More Metal Than You

See also: The Most Anticipated Heavy Metal Releases of the Fall See also: The 10 Hottest Chicks in Metal See also: Six Desert Metal Bands You Need to Hear See also: A Closer Look at KUPD's MILF Contest 2012There are few things in this world that have the ability to...
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Best Radio Morning Show

Holmberg's Morning Madness on 98 KUPDWith morning radio shows dropping like flies, it’s nice to know that we still have the antics of 98 KUPD’s Holmberg’s Morning Sickness to get us through our weekday mornings. The Morning Sickness crew has been going strong and keeping Valley folks tuned in for more than a decade by bashing everyone from politicians, local […]
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Maptote Makeup Pouch at Frances & Charlie

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: 'Tis the season for holiday travel, when zipping up all your necessities into a small carrier becomes an art. To stow your makeup and other must-haves, pick up...
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The Most Anticipated Heavy Metal Releases of the Fall

See also: The 10 Hottest Chicks in Metal See also: Six Desert Metal Bands You Need to Hear See also: A Closer Look at KUPD's MILF Contest 2012Long running alt-metal combo The Deftones have announced that Tuesday, November 12, will be the release date for Koi No Yokan, their first...
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Rob Zombie on His New Record, New Movie, and Why Metal Shows Need Girls

Rob Zombie isn't out to terrify you. He's out to blow your mind. He holds a number of titles: director, artist, musician, actor, writer, lover, and freak show. And everything he does is loaded up with theatrics, subtle intelligence, and aggression. Zombie is fresh off his August release Mondo Sex...
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Digital Summer’s Kyle Winterstein on Playing Desert Uprising

Since 2006, local band Digital Summer has been garnering fans from all over the country, with a Facebook count of almost 50,000 fans. They have a distinguishable style of heavy, melodic guitars and raw vocals that not only comes off as radio-friendly, but also sets them apart from other local...
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Floral Corduroy Blazer at Merry May Shoppe

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: Equal parts thrift-obsessed art student and Dorothy Jane Torkelson, we're not entirely sure how this floral corduroy blazer exceeds the sum of its description. All we know is...
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Rob Zombie’s Guitarist John 5 Has a Motto: “More is More”

"I love Phoenix," Rob Zombie guitarist John 5 says excitedly. "Rob [Zombie] and the other guys in the band, they like the colder weather, but for some reason I love the really hot weather." He pauses, then anxiously asks, "It should be really warm there still when I'm there in...
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Will Backpack at Bonafide Goods

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: Every guy (and gal, too) needs a sturdy, stylish backpack, the ultimate in utilitarian fashion. This leather and canvas carryall from Will works as a city sack for...
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Saturated Watercolor Scarf at Lizard Thicket

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: Bright and bold, this scarf from Lizard Thicket provides a perfect pop of color. Where: Lizard Thicket Cost: $14.95 See also: - Merry May Shoppe Launches Online Store...