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An Open Letter to “Hawaiian Shirt” Guy

September 7, 2010
An Open Letter to “Hawaiian Shirt” Guy

By Ashley Robinson Dear Hawaiian Shirt, I am writing to you today because I am asking you to cease and desist. Last Friday, after I had spent over an hour getting ready for a date with my husband, we arrived at a very nice restaurant in Sacramento, and you were there. Not only did...
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Worth It? Brazilian Blowout

August 24, 2010
Worth It? Brazilian Blowout

By Jamie Romas Like many Californians, summer is my favorite season. Summer brings with it all that is good in the world, like baseball, barbecues, beer festivals and beach vacations. The days are longer, produce tastes better, people’s moods are improved…just about everything is better in the summertime. With one notable exception: summer hair....
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Found: Best of Sacramento Etsy (Part 2)

August 19, 2010
Found: Best of Sacramento Etsy (Part 2)

By Laura Braden For those of you that have been living under a rock, Etsy is an online marketplace where anyone can create a “cyber storefront” to sell their goods. Awhile back, we profiled some of the best Sacramento artists and merchants. Since there are hundres of thousands of vendors spread out over 150 countries,...
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Friday Night: Hot Moms, Cool Kids Fashion Show

July 29, 2010
Friday Night: Hot Moms, Cool Kids Fashion Show

By the Editors This Friday, be sure to head over to 33rd Street Bistro (3301 Folsom Blvd) at 7pm for a fashion show to benefit the Sacramento Children’s Museum. The twist? The show will feature local moms and their kids. Tickets are $10 (though you can donate more – all proceeds go to the...
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Ode to the “Jegging”

July 27, 2010
Ode to the “Jegging”

By Laura Braden First there were skinny jeans and then there were leggings. Welcome the newest kid to the block – the “jegging” (jean+leggings). I for one, am obsessed. Jeggings have been around for awhile, but lately I feel like I’m seeing and hearing about them everywhere. And a lot of friends who didn’t...
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Girl on the Grid: Misha Lindsey of Delaney Designs

July 7, 2010
Girl on the Grid: Misha Lindsey of Delaney Designs

By Chantel Elder Meet Misha Lindsey She is a Grid Girl at heart, even though she resides in South Land Park. Misha is the genius behind Delaney Designs (http://delaneydesigns.net). If she can dream it she can probably build, make or design it, and that is exactly what she does for herself and others. I...
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Sizzling 4th of July Style

June 30, 2010
Sizzling 4th of July Style

By Devon Carey Berrier Our nation’s most patriotic holiday is just around the corner, and I want to share some festive and fun fashion options that will brighten any 4th of July celebration. These J. Crew gingham shorts are perfect for the American holiday and are adorable worn with gold flats, a white ruffled tank...
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Sacramento Mid-Century Modern Home Tour

June 15, 2010
Sacramento Mid-Century Modern Home Tour

By Gretchen Steinberg On Saturday, June 26, the Sacramento Mid-Century Modern Home Tour will provide enthusiasts of architecture and design an opportunity to discover what it’s like to live, work and play in more than 15 quintessentially Californian residential and commercial structures built between 1945 and 1970. This year’s tour features homes within Sacramento’s...
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Found: All Things Preppy

June 14, 2010
Found: All Things Preppy

By Laura Braden Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you I go through phases – especially with fashion. Sometimes I try to go all “European chic” with tailored lines and lots of black. Other times I prefer the “hippie/bohemian” look with flowy tops and funky patterns. And other times, I barely make...
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Midtown Bazaar – Sacramento’s Newest Shopping Mecca

June 14, 2010
Midtown Bazaar – Sacramento’s Newest Shopping Mecca

By the Editors We can’t WAIT to check this out… This Saturday, a new open-air market is hitting Midtown. The Midtown Bazaar (16th and J) promises to feature local produce, art, gifts, musicians, service providers and eateries. The Bazaar is the brainchild of local entrepreneur Aaron Zeff and will occur every Saturday from 7am-1pm...
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