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February 6th, 2009
We remember those days when our phone number was on weekend warrior speed dial and we were always VIP at any house party or art opening. We also remembered when the phone calls stopped and our Saturday nights consisted of microwave popcorn and Skinemax. We’ve always been a bit wary of social networking sites, especially after our experience with MySpace and being the oldest person on there. But recently a bestie forced us on Facebook. Before we knew it, we’d reconnected with people who put the sparkle and shimmer into our childhood. We’re telling you ladies, somehow being reunited with high-school pals and old BFFs not only helped this Stella get her groove back but reminded us that our awkward, geeky youth was almost better than any John Hughes flick. P.S. If you've decided to create your own Facebook page too, and would like to update your photos with recent pics of yourself, be sure your eyebrows are arched to perfection first! Swing by Sofia Facials and Waxing for a Free Eyebrow Design and 20% off services to get your skin glowing like the good old days (see below for details!) |
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| 1 | Organized Chaos |
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| 2 | Mmm… Pie. |
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| 3 | Baby Grand Everyone should be so fortunate to have a mentor, and ours has always been our older sister. From what books to read to our childhood attempts to get our bangs as high as hers, she has always been our own personal “Go-To” guide for being cool. Just like our way cooler big sis, the proprietors of the spanky new street-style boutique Grandiose are ready to take the AZ hip-hop scene under their wing. The hip kids who run the joint are transplants from established scenes like Chicago, L.A., and San Diego and are ready to show Phoenix how their big bad cities roll hip-hop culture. You can get in their groove with a wide assortment of new and used vinyl, from hip-hop and R&B to metal and punk to random gems like “The Goonies” soundtrack. And while you’re body rockin’ to their beats, you’ll want to sample some of their street-inspired wares—check out clothing from Free Gold Watch and Mishka, plus local art, and even vintage copies of Waxpoetic magazine. It’s big! Grandiose |
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| 1 | Prepping for Summer? One of the perks of winter is not shaving our legs. However, swimsuit season is right around the corner, which means it’s time to replace our delusional thoughts of being a 70s feminista and instead become a well-coiffed woman in a slinky bikini. We rely on Kerry Berman at Sofia Facials and Waxing to take care of us. She has the golden touch when it comes to preparing for those days by the pool. Happily, Kerry is offering 20% off her services and a Free Eyebrow Design if you mention Phoenix Picks! |
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| 2 | archilochus colubris This morning while eating cereal with the little miss, we pondered and discussed some heavy thoughts and world issues. Like: if you could be any animal what would you be? She said a pink horse; and we said a bird (but not a rooster, duck or a chicken). As you know, we have a soft spot for outlandish jewelry, and when we came across Erica Weiner’s collection of hummingbird skull necklaces, we wanted to invite Erica to our breakfast roundtable. What kind of tree would she be? |
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| 3 | Eerie Aesthetic |
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| 1 | Your Beating Heart… Will Tell On You Did you know one of yours truly is a Maynard James Keenan (lead singer of Tool) groupie? We didn’t either. But she’ll be front and center at PAM’s “The Heart is a Drum Machine” film premiere, scoping the scene for Maynard. It will be quite the celebrity/rock star event, so be sure to add a little leather to your ensemble. What: “The Heart is a Drum Machine” film Premiere |
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| 2 | Medieval Babes You’ve been going to the Renaissance Festival since you were wee little boogas. Now, you’re ready to pass the turkey bone to your own babes. We guarantee the fam will have a blast at this medieval amusement park with a 12-stage theater, a 30-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a jousting tournament and a feast. You know you want it. What: The Arizona Renaissance Festival |
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| 3 | A Magical Horsey Show This month we’ve been on pony rides, lugged around pony toys and have read so many horse books we could give a 101 lecture to a bunch of horse-loving tots no problem-o! So when we came across Cavalia, a Cirque de Soleil-type performance with 30 horses and acrobats, we knew it would send our equestrian-in-training into pure fantastical bliss. What: Cavalia |
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