February 17, 2010

Name: Sugarcube Location: 124 N 3rd Street Hours: Mon-Sat, 12-7; Sun, 12-5 Contact Info: (215)238- 0825 Categories: Women’s and Men’s Apparel, Shoes; new and vintage When I first walked through the door of Sugarcube, I was struck by the fascinating mix of trendy party clothes, the one-of-a-kind vintage pieces, and the eclectic and interesting array of shoes. There were red [...]



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February 17, 2010

Name: Sioux Zanne Messix Location: 54 ½ N 3rd Street Hours: Tues-Sat, 12-7; Sun, 12-6 Contact Info: (215)928-9250 Website: look for link on www.philadelphiadress.com Walking into Sioux Zanne Messix, I felt as if I had been transported to different era. Glimmering pearl necklaces, lush fur coats, sparkling jeweled clutches, and adorable pill box hats surrounded me. I was in vintage [...]



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February 17, 2010

Name: j. karma Location: 62 N 3rd Street Hours: Mon-Sat, 11-7; Sun, 11-5 Contact Info: (215)627-9652 Website: www.JKarmaBoutique.com Category: Women’s Shoes and Handbags; Jewelry Imported sterling silver jewelry? Check. Designer shoes? Check. Funky leather handbags? Check. What is this mystical place? J. Karma Boutique. Located in the heart of 3rd Street, J. Karma, previously Ethnics Jewelry, was opened with the goal [...]



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February 5, 2010

Name: Art Star Location: 623 N. 2nd Street Hours: Tues-Sat 11-7, Sun 12-6 Contact Info: (215)238-1557 Website: www.artstarphilly.com Category: Women’s Apparel, Gallery, Accessories Because of its bright and open atmosphere, walking into the Art Star feels like entering an airy gallery. However, unlike the bank-breaking numbers hidden in the typical nondescript price list, this boutique’s often hand-made pieces are affordable and [...]



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