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Does Baroness’ Yellow and Green Sound Like Nickelback?

Hell hath no fury like metal fans "scorned." On July, 17, Savannah, Georgia, Baroness released its anticipated double record, Yellow and Green. Embraced by the kind of people who often ignore metal and backhandedly complimented as a "thinking man's metal band," Baroness' string of recordings -- First, Second, A Grey...
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Marc Jacobs Quilted Stam at Ivy Boutique

See also: First Look at Reincarnation by Phoenix Designer Tiffe Fermaint See also: Frances Vintage to Open a New Location at Biltmore Fashion Park 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: The Stam is one...
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Carved Bakelite Ring from Beth Church Jewelry

See also: First Look at Reincarnation by Phoenix Designer Tiffe Fermaint See also: Frances Vintage to Open a New Location at Biltmore Fashion Park 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: Bakelite was one of...
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Gold Mesh Wallet at Pearls

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: This sparkly, yet minimalistic, Evans wallet that doubles as a small clutch makes for easy toting when out on the town. Covered in metallic mesh, the handheld is...
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The Coolest Metal Shows To See in Phoenix This Month

See also: Six Desert Metal Bands You Need to Hear See also: Do You Look "Metal Enough" For Metal Shows See also: Sci-Fi Thrash Group Vektor on Mexican Food in PhiladelphiaIt's tempting to dash off some sort of cliché metal salutation here, like "Get your devil horns up! It's a...
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Psychedelic Button-Up at Eclectic Monkey Emporium

See also: 2012 Olympic Fashion: The Good, The Bad, and The GloriousSee also: Five Favorite Project Runway Moments 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: For those scared (but eager) to try out a summery...
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Porkopolis Joins Two Other New Barbecue Spots in Chandler

When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions, share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that...
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Geisha Top at Studio Joy Li

See also: Phoenix Fashion Week: 12 Emerging Designers Announced, Half Arizona-Based See also: Three Phoenix Fashion Designers to Watch in 2012 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: We're not sure who originated the phrase...
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Basket Woven Bag at Mercantile

See also: Mercantile Brings Vintage Finds and Cutting Edge Styles Downtown See also: Misty Guerriero Craves Cartier, Collects Hats, and Travels the World to Get Dressed 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: This vintage...
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Red Blank NYC Jeans at Boutique Solie

See also: Boutique Solie Opens in My Florist Center See also: Vintage My Florist Sign Saved -- For Now See also: Neiman Marcus' Ken Downing Loves Fancy Pants, Lists Five Wardrobe Must-Haves Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on...
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Sheer Blue Dress at Arcadia Vintage

See also: Boutique Solie Opens in My Florist Center See also: Seven Summer Trends to Avoid (Please) 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: Airy dresses are a must-have when it comes to summer duds...
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Stella McCartney Skirt at Klury

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: Stella McCartney's bold floral and citrus prints are perfect and playful for summer, and this structured linen, sequin-embellished skirt with a tulip silhouette fits the sweltering bill beautifully...
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Vintage Needlepoint Purse at Waistland

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: No longer is needlepoint restricted to your grandmother's pillows and your "cute stuff!" Pinterest board. With designers including Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, Balmain, and Marchesa showing pieces for...
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R&R Surplus Thermal Henley at The Duce

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: This versatile casual top from R&R Surplus' new summer collection could go anywhere, from camping to shopping to long-lunching in a matter of accessories. And that makes it...
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Hannah Playsuit at Nostalgic Boutique

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...
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Faith Austin ’50s Handkerchief at Alchemy 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: 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...
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UFest @ Quail Run Park

Local rockers can always count on KUPD to ring in the summer with UFest, coaxing thousands to spend one last day in the sun before temps (theoretically) hit triple digits. This year, the high-energy festival's lineup is packed with hard-hitting acts that have new music in the mix, and a...
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Leather Tulip Dress by Bethany Yellowtail

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...
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Orange Blossom Charm Necklace at Mignonne Handmade

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 no easy task to feel (or for that matter look) cute when you're sweating buckets between drying out in hyper-air-conditioned buildings. Flushed faces, thighs sticking to seats,...