Shopping Calendar
A Crackberry is a terrible thing to waste on shrink appointments and court dates. Wouldn't it be nice to squeeze in some fashion happenings, too?
A CrackBerry is a terrible thing to waste. Instead of penciling in appointments with your shrink and court dates with your landlord (no judgment), wouldn't it be nice to squeeze in some fashion happenings, too? We've compiled a list of style stuff going on around town, today through early July, so T9 it all before you waste another Sample Sale Saturday slummin' at the dentist's office.
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Thu., April 26
Esque Eyewear, 53 N. Third St., 215-923-1523
Loree Rodkin's visionary collection mixes modern and medieval styling for a contemporary-Gothic look that suits both lads and ladies. Fans of her frames include Cher, Madonna, Mary J. Blige, the eds at In Style magazine and Aerosmith. Aerosmith!
Sat., April 28
Gallerie Isada, 3320 Collins St., 267-808-1701
Featuring works by artists Cheryl Durgans, Willis Nomo and Leroy Johnson, and designers Simply Netfah and Second World Productions, plus fashion shows and various art media.
Fri., May 4
Conspiracy Showroom, 910 N. Second St., 215-925-2153, www.philacraftmafia.org
You know Angela Ricci's clutches, Typhaney B.'s wood and semiprecious jewels, Milkshake Crafts' pretty lil' pins and Suzie Morris' teensy shrugs. Bet you didn't know they're all family, though. Hang with the Mafia every First Friday through summer for sales, cocktails and totally wearable prizes.
Tyme Gallery, 17 W. Eagle Road, 610-789-5566
Local artists Angela Duffin and Susan Rifkin are doing the old shake 'n' sign. Duffin's organic sterling silver and mixed-metal jewelry pops with colorful semiprecious stones (pictured, below); Rifkin's pieces, made of sterling silver or filled with 14-karat gold (pictured above), are a throwback to more classic designs.
Artista, 7151 Germantown Ave., 215-248-2450
Kathy Robinson, Andrea Abrams-Herbert and Mary Lui Yoder are the crafty ladies behind Mount Airy's newest shopping boutique. In addition to selling ceramics and collage art, Artista specializes in hand-painted jackets, scarves, purses and recycled polar fleece hats.
Sat., May 5
Fancypants Lane goes fun and casual from noon to 5 p.m., featuring art, fashion shows, cooking demonstrations, live music, cafe events and more.
Mew Gallery, 906 Christian St., 215-625-2424
Before NYLON was all "we know what's up more than you do," there was Sassy, a stylish, alt-girl mag with a major cult following. Kara Jesella and Marisa Meltzer, authors of How Sassy Changed My Life (Faber & Faber), sign their ode to the saucy glossy.
Neiman Marcus, The Plaza at King of Prussia Mall, 267-402-2055, www.firstpersonarts.org
Presented by First Person Arts, this brunch with Steven Lagos, of LAGOS jewelry fame, discusses the 30-year vet's career in fashion. The event also features a silent auction, jewelry show and, uh, singing.
Baltimore Avenue and 43rd Street, 215-387-0919
Everyone's favorite flea market gets busy with 60-plus vendors shilling antiques, ethnic arts, bikes, etc.
Sat., May 12
Marketplace Design Center, 2400 Market St., 215-895-0324, www.millabymail.com/trunk
This shopping soiree features fun stuff from JLo, Anja Flint, Tarina Tarantino and more. Don't forget to visit the Beauty Bar for free makeovers, manicures and cocktails.
Sun., May 13
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Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing, 201 S. Columbus Blvd., 215-965-8586, www.moore.edu
Moore College is revving up for its spring fashion show, the finale of which features silk jersey gowns designed by seniors. While the sophomores have to focus on kids' clothes (snore), the juniors are doing sportswear inspired by famous couples (Ike and Tina, Sid and Nancy, etc.). What, no Brig and Flav?
Sat.-Sun., June 2-3
1030-1040 N. Second St., 215-238-1557
Organized by Art Star Gallery, this bazaar features live music, crafty demos and crazy sales on paintings, prints, jewelry, purses, fuzzy creatures and more.
Thu., July 5
South Moon Under, 1731 Chestnut St., 215-563-2298, www.southmoonunder.com
Warm-weather goods by Sanctuary, Alice & Trixie, Ella Moss, Ben Sherman, Citizens of Humanity, Juicy Couture and Betsey Johnson — all on the cheap.
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