Gigi Cardella-Arredondo’s BAMF Barbie Style

When it comes to finding the right look, it’s best to seek out a professional opinion — cue Gigi Cardella-Arredondo. As a stylist for Scottsdale’s Salon Tru, makeup artist for a photo shoot turned Valley Ho ad campaign, model, and occasional beauty bloogger, Gigi Cardella, doesn’t just follow style; she…

86: Sarah Hurwitz

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives . Sarah…

Five Life Lessons Learned from Phoenix Comicon 2012

From scantily clad anime babes to wiry Boba Fetts, geeks from all over the Valley flocked to Phoenix Comicon to celebrate both the 35th anniversary of Star Wars and the nearly religious monument to pop culture that brought them to downtown Phoenix. It’s over now, but the memories will live…

You’re So Invited to Cheryl Najafi’s Book-Signings

Eat your perfectly shaped heart out, Martha Stewart. Arizona’s own Cheryl Najafi is about to give you a run for your (probably) ironed and flawlessly folded money. Instead of banking on impeccable everything when it comes to entertaining at home, Najafi relies on enjoying herself and her guests, improvisation, and…

87: Emmett Potter

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives . These…

Top 5 Things to Do This Weekend

Whether you’re looking for art, fashion, literature, poolside partying, or William Shatner, here are your best bets for being out and about this weekend. 5. Phoenix Comicon @ Phoenix Convention Center Nerd alert. Comicon’s back and this year features a massive lineup of pop culture-infused haps including an appearance by…

88: Kirstin Van Cleef

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives . Kirstin…

Seven of the Most Expensive Spa Treatments in the World

Summertime means two things: more boozing, less clothing. And less clothing means you’ve got to be keeping that hot bod of yours in tip-top shape. From $30 for genuine dyed chicken feather hair extensions (guilty!) to $75 for the perfectly painted toes, we’ve been known to throw down a pretty…

DIY Scratch-Off Photo

Unless you play the lottery, you probably don’t run into many scratch-off activities these days. But we’re here to bring ’em back. I’ve had my eye on creating a scratch-off photograph for a while (thanks, Pinterest), but couldn’t settle on a photo. I didn’t want to risk ruining a perfect picture if this…

Feelings: A Comedy Tour Stops by Space 55 This Weekend

Social media and podcasts have given rise to a burgeoning post-80s comedy scene. And after the longstanding Tempe Improv announced it was closing its doors in June, it’s good to see comedy is still finding a comfortable home in Phoenix.  Los Angeles comics Matt Ingebretson, Dave Ross, and Jake Weisman will…

The Pétiller at Zinc Bistro

Matt Carter’s, Zinc Bistro is your French escape from the 100 plus temperatures of Arizona, offering fine dining and drinks in a metropolitan francaphone atmosphere. Located smack dab in the middle of Kierland Commons, Zinc Bistro is the perfect spot for ambitious outdoor shoppers in need of a refreshing pick-me-up,…

Seven Summer Trends to Avoid (Please)

Consider yourself warned. Whether IRL or in an ill-advised Instagram-in-the-dressing-room pic (really, why is that a thing now?), we shudder to imagine these seven trends on you and your loved ones. Even your worst enemies don’t deserve subjection to such upsetting dressing. 7. Ankle Socks with Sandals So maybe on…

89: Daniel m. Davis

When we last put the spotlight on 100 creative forces in Phoenix, it was no secret there were more than 100 individuals who were making waves in the local arts community. So as we count down to our annual Best of Phoenix issue, we’re profiling 100 more. Welcome (back) to 100 Creatives . Daniel…

Hayden Flour Mill Opens to Public Use After Renovation

After months of renovation, the Hayden Flour Mill in Tempe is now more eye candy than eyesore. The iconic Mill Avenue building reopened on Tuesday as an events venue, public space, and museum (of sorts). The $350,000 makeover, which was funded by the Rio Salado Foundation, upgraded the surrounding property…