Old City Philadephia is home to my favorite vintage stores. Primarily known for being the gallery district in the city, it is also home to several goldmines when it comes to thrift shopping.Β Shopping the secondary market is something in which I have been engaging more often, as it is a sustainable practice, especially when it [...]
I am always baffled at how late Philadelphia restaurants open for brunch. Cut to nearly three years ago and our first Sunday in this city. My husband and I wandered our neighborhood during the 9 am hour, during which I opted to get a manicure as the nearby nail salon opened prior to any bruncheries. [...]
My husband and I took a tour of the Lord Baltimore Hotel with the Director of Sales last week. I love any insight I can get into historic architecture and being granted the opportunity to look at elements that are not necessarily open to the public. Did you know that this hotel is owned by [...]
On a recent unseasonably warm Sunday morning, my husband and I took a walk around Independence Mall. With our days in Philadelphia numbered (I officially, albeit regrettably, put in my two month notice two weeks ago), it has become all the more a priority for us to savor every last minute we have in this [...]
Y'all last Saturday in Philadelphia was freezing. Philadelphia phreezing. Filiadelphia freezing? Let's just say it was epically cold. I had an appointment in Center City early in the am and by early I mean, 9:30. The week prior was especially tough. Monday I had a meeting with a potential client on site and thanks to [...]
In mid-December, my husband and I made a trip up to the Poconos to visit Ledges Hotel. Ten-out-of-ten recommend getting away from the city. I think the Poconos are underrated as far as Pennsylvania destinations go. After mentioning it to my manager at work, he told me that the Poconos has come a long way, [...]
read part I... read part II... What is better than a wrap waist sequin skirt? Have you ever heard of an elastic waist sequin skirt? Because I found another one and I am here for it! My husband once advised me not to pack anything with a static waistband (meaning anything but an elastic waistband) [...]
