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a wicked good july
WICKED will return to the Academy of Music on June 26th and will run through July 4th. Those who purchase tickets to see the show between July 1st and 7th can save up to $50 per ticket by using the promo code “GLINDA” online.
Click here to purchase tickets.
For more information on WICKED.
full time luxury
LAGOS, a luxury jewelry brand, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced FULL TIME Sales Associate at their Rittenhouse Square Flagship Store location. Individual must represent the LAGOS brand by providing a luxury experience for LAGOS clients.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Responsibilities include greeting clients, showing product and helping clients with repairs, sizing and alterations. Stocking product and maintaining merchandising standards. Must be friendly, professional, dependable and able to work a flexible FT schedule up to 40 hours per week, to include evenings, weekends and overtime during peak selling periods. Candidate must be a team player, organized, open to sharing ideas and learning new things. Must understand and have good working knowledge of MS Office to include WORD/Excel/Outlook. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Candidates should forward their resume including references and SALARY REQUIREMENTS to Click Here to Email Your Resumé or fax to 215.567.0773. No phone calls or visits please.
JOB SNAPSHOT
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Type: Retail, Sales
Education: 4 Year Degree
Experience: At least 2 year(s)
Manages Others: Not Specified
Relocation: No
Required Travel: None
who runs rittenhouse?
The first summer heat wave has finally broken which means it’s a great time to get back in to a fitness routine with Philadelphia Runner.
This Wednesday at 6PM join them for a special group run in honor of National Running Day. Meet at the store at 16th and Sansom and run an easy 3-4 miles finished off with some FREE Rita’s water ice. Rock N Roll Philly and TriRock Philly will be there and they will raffle off a free entry to the Half Marathon in September.
Can’t make the running group? Try their next Urban Scramble- “Scramble on the Schuylkill.” on June 13th.
You will have 1 hour to run to up to 10 businesses, collect raffle tickets and make it to the post-run tailgate on the Schuylkill for a giant raffle and cookout. A suggested donation of $10 will cover your food and beer and proceeds will also go to Schuylkill Banks, a nonprofit that advocates the re-use of the Schuylkill river as a place for recreation for all of us. This will be the best Urban Scramble to date but you must RSVP to attend.
ULTA-mate beauty
Welcome to 1619 Walnut Street ULTA Beauty! Ritt Row’s newest addition will officially open the doors of their first Philadelphia location this Friday, May 31st. Meet supermodel and actress Molly Sims, as well as Devyn, the winner of Oxygen’s newest reality show, THE FACE. Andrea Pomerantz-Lustig, author of “How To Look Expensive” and contributing Glamour editor will be providing on-site consultations and signing copies of her book.
WHAT’S HAPPENING:
8:45-9:00AM
Ribbon Cutting
9:00-10:00AM
Molly Sims-Meet the Supermodel and Actress
9:00-11:00AM
Devyn-Meet the winner of Oxygen’s newest reality show, THE FACE
On-site consultations and book signing with Andrea Pomerantz-Lustig.
THE 2013 RITTENHOUSE ROW SPRING FESTIVAL
Each year more than 50,000 people converge on Walnut Street from Broad to 19th Streets, for Philadelphia’s most upscale festival. The event features food, entertainment, shopping and family fun. This is the only event where Walnut Street is closed to automotive traffic. Pedestrians stroll Walnut and 18th Streets and explore 120 booths.
Saturday, May 18, from noon to 5:00 p.m., rain or shine, on Walnut Street from Broad to 19th, 18th Street from Locust to Sansom.
The Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival features:
Affordably priced cuisine from Rittenhouse Row’s restaurants: 500 Degrees, a. Bar, a. Kitchen, Alfa, Alma de Cuba, Applebees, Barclay Prime, Ben and Jerry’s, Butcher and Singer, Capogiro Gelato, Cavanaugh’s Rittenhouse, Continental Mid-town, Corner Bakery Café, The Corner Foodery, The Dandelion, Devon Seafood Grill, Di Bruno Bros., El Rey, Happy Rooster, Hip City Veg, Honeygrow, Il Pittore, Lacroix, Le Bec Fin, Marathon Grill, Oyster House, Parc, The Prime Rib, Pub and Kitchen, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Rotisseur, Rouge, Sbraga, Schlesinger’s, Shake Shack, Smith and Wollensky, Square 1682, Tavern 17, Termini Brothers Bakery, Underdogs, Vernick, Village Whiskey, Wok, and XIX.
Spring fashion booths: Joan Shepp, South Moon Under, Knit Wit, Town Home, Kembrel, Hope Chest, Born Yesterday, Heads and Tails, Duke and Winston, The Children’s Boutique, Tumi, The Shops at the Bellevue and more.
The Infiniti Lounge on the 1500 Block. Hope Cohen, author of Fast, Fresh + Simple and culinary show host will be in the Infiniti Lounge sampling one of her refreshing recipes
The Starr Culinary Demonstration Stage at 19th and Walnut will host live food and beverage demonstrations and segments from renowned balloon twister and storyteller Allyn Gordon. Drop-off non-perishable food items or a monetary donation (10 cans, $10, or both) for Philabundance and you’ll be entered to win one of three prizes from STARR Restaurants. Drop locations are at 15th Street, between 16th and 17th Streets, and 18th Street. Visit the Starr Smallwares Sidewalk Sale to purchase discounted china, glassware and other tabletop accessories from STARR Restaurants. (all proceeds benefit Philabundance.)
Family Fun: On 18th Street between Walnut and Sansom, The Center City District Craft Pavilion will feature make-and-take crafts and activities led by Philadelphia’s finest cultural organizations including: Arden Theatre Company, Please Touch Museum, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Historic Philadelphia, Philadelphia Art Alliance, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Walnut Street Theatre, and Peter Nero and the Philly Pops. KYW Newsradio will host the Kidcasting Tent, where kids can create their own mock-radio interview newscast. Also join Beneficial Bank, Capital One 360 Café and TD Bank for Family Fun stations.
Tasting areas of 20 of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s Chairman’s Selection wines with a concierge and on-site store, Peroni beer, Rex Goliath wines, Cintron and festive cocktails.
The Whisper Outdoor Lounge on the 1700 block. Enjoy the DJ and lounge with specialty cocktails from G Lounge, Whisper and The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co., and food from the Corner Foodery.
one stop bridal shop…
Planning your wedding? Let the Hope Chest Philadelphia be your one-stop-bridal shop. From foundations, bustiers, garters, lingerie and more they have everything a bride needs to look and feel fabulous from the big day through the honeymoon.
To start they have all the foundations needed for under the gown from strapless bras to shapewear. For normal strapless bras, they do well with Simone Perele. The style that brides prefer is “Celeste” because it offers a nice plunging silhouette for those sweetheart necklines.
They stock strapless bras in 30-36 bands and A-F cups, and can make special orders for the more busty brides. All of their strapless bras come equipped with a silicone grip along the band for added support, this grip also makes it possible for the strapless bras to be scooped down about 2 inches for those dresses with lower backs.
If Simone Perele isn’t a perfect fit, they also carry Le Mystere in regular strapless bras as well as long-line bridal bustiers. Brides with a cut-out-back dress may opt for the bridal bustiers because they offer great support and scoop down the back about 10-12 inches.
The boutique currently carries two different styles of bridal bustiers. One is a shorter long-line bra that stops mid-way a bit above the belly button and the other is a full long-line bridal bustier equipped with detachable garter straps. The boning in the bustiers give great lift and support as a nice alternative to a regular strapless bra.
For under the wedding dress, many brides opt for a perfectly seamless panty. The Hope Chest carries Commando boyshort and thong, Cosabella Aire boyshort and thong, and Simone Perele Invisi’bulles in a thong, shorty, and a gainette. The gainette is nice because it is a higher rise cut and offers moderate control of the lower stomach in addition to the zero panty lines. (If panty lines aren’t an issue for the bride, they have many other beautiful panties.)
Owner Jen Sachs says that the Simone Perele Celeste strapless mentioned earlier has a matching tanga with a stunning flat lace that is “literally breath-taking.”
For brides that want complete shaping under their wedding dress they have two great brands to choose from. They carry Spanx but have been doing really well with Body Wrap, which comes in a few different styles. The most popular are the high-waisted panty, high-wasited long, and high-waisted with leg that comes about mid way down the thigh for extra shaping of the bum and legs. These three styles come right up to the bra band and will even act as your underwear. They can be worn under a bustier or paired with a strapless bra for a perfect smoothed look. And what’s best is they do not roll.
And now for the garters….
Sometimes they can be hard to come by, but they do have them, in ivory and white, Satin or lace, from Only Hearts and Cosabella.
Now for the fun stuff….
Besides your wedding gown foundations, the boutique has a selection of luxury bridal lingerie for the night of and the honeymoon. Whether you’re looking for a traditional peignoir set from Francis Smily or just a classic comfortable chemise, they have it. Their lingerie is partly comprised of fine silk chemises, teddies, camisoles, tap pants, and robes – mostly made in the USA, Italy, France, and the UK. They carry brands such as Brulee, Ari Dein, Fleur of England, Shell Belle Couture, Zinke, Jane Woolrich, and more. Some are even exclusive to the Center City location.
If traditional lingerie isn’t the bride’s forte, they also carry beautiful bra and panty sets – both molded and non-molded styles. These speciality bras are made of silk and lace like Mimi Holliday and Fleur of England.
2013 Spring Festival Preview Party
Tickets are still on sale for the 2013 Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival Preview Party honoring Meryl Levitz, President and CEO of GPTMC.
On Monday, May 13th from 6-9PM at The Rittenhouse Hotel, get a sneak peek of the best of the 2013 Spring Festival with delectable cuisine and cocktails from: a.bar, a.kitchen, Alma de Cuba, Barclay Prime, Butcher and Singer, C19 cicheterria venezia, Capogiro, Continental Mid-town, The Corner Foodery, The Dandelion, D’Angelo’s Ristorante Italiano and Lounge, Devon, Di Bruno Bros., El Rey, Elixr, Franklin Mortgage and Investment Company, G Lounge, Lacroix, Le Bec-Fin, Le Castagne, Le Pain Quotidien, Marathon Grill, Metropolitan Bakery, Metropolitan Cafe, Parc, Ranstead Room, Ten Six Club, Termini Bros. Bakery, Rouge, Sbraga, Shake Shack, Square 1682, Village Whiskey, Whisper and Zama.
Featuring butlered hors d’oeuvres from Chef John Marinelli and the culinary team of the Banquets Department at The Rittenhouse Hotel.
Tunes will be spun by DJ Adrian Hardy and Norma Michaels Entertainment. The evening will also feature a silent auction with wonderful items and experiences from Ritt Row members and friends.
Proceeds benefit Rittenhouse Row, a non-profit organization devoted to promoting the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood.
The Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival will be held on Saturday, May 18, from noon to 5pm, rain or shine. Held on Walnut Street from Broad to 19th, the annual event showcases Philadelphia’s finest fashions, cusine and entertainment and attracts more than 50,000 people to enjoy the best of Rittenhouse Row.
special opps
See the complete Chanel and Tiffany Eyewear and Sunwear lines for Spring 2013 at a special West Coast Optical event on Friday April 19TH. View two very special collections in the same day and receive a gift with all purchases.
On Friday, April 26th Gucci will bring eyewear and sunwear to the store for a one time a year event. Enjoy a free gift with all purchases as well.
whichever way you wave…
Salon Vanity by Edmondo Blando now offers American Waves! American Waves is a new waving technique that can make straight hair curly and can soften curly hair. For a limited time, clients interested in learning more about American Waves can schedule free consultations. Call today to schedule 215.925.2211.
ooh la la…and ouchless
The European Wax Center is officially opening in Rittenhouse and you are invited to premiere week, where glamor and pampering will take center stage.
Indulge in a complimentary wax of your choice and see why beauty mavens and waxing fans adore them. Plus, you’ll experience their exclusive 4 Steps To Gorgeous™ wax process that ensures the most efficient and “ouchless” wax possible.
But don’t wait—spaces are sure to fill quickly, so make a reservation now. Click here or call 215 561 1250 to join their Grand Opening Guest List.
more than just matzo
Bring Schlesinger’s home for the holidays and order their Passover Catering Menu by March 22nd. $18.95 per person, minimum of 5 people.
Click here for the entire menu.
free the girls.
Join the Hope Chest this Wednesday, February 13th for a Free the Girls bra-drive and a Carly Marly Jewlery Trunk Show.
From 6-9PM enjoy complimentary drinks and light bite and meet the LA based based designer, Carly Marly.
Bring a gently used bra to support “Free the Girls” and get 10% off any one Hope Chest item and/or a handmade piece from Carly Marly Jewlery.
The Hope Chest will be accepting bra donations now through February 15th with the goal to collect 100 bras.
re-pair the homeless
The 20th Annual Kenneth Cole Shoe Drive will take place from February 1st through the 15th. During the past 20 years, they have collected over 1.5 million pairs of shoes donated to Help USA and many other local homeless organizations.
Customers who bring in a gently worn pair of shoes will receive 20% off their purchase of a new pair.
romance under one roof…
We all have a “last minute Louie” in our lives. The ultimate procrastinator, a guy who waits until right before the deadline to get his shopping done. Luckily, The Bellevue has everything your love is looking for, all under one roof.
Nothing says, “I love you” quite like chocolate, especially Teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland, VOTED THE #1 CHOCOLATE IN THE WORLD by National Geographic. Satisfy your sweet tooth and sip complimentary champagne while picking up a beautiful heart shaped box for your valentine.
Everyone knows diamonds are a girls best friend – but, if you want that signature Tiffany blue box without breaking the bank, check out the Tiffany & Co. “Yours” bangles, pre-engraved with adorning phrases like “Love makes the world go ’round” and “Close to my heart” starting at $375.
It’s inevitable – You’re already 10 minutes late for your dinner reservation, and she texts: “But I have nothing to wear!” Alleviate the dress distress with the help of the city’s most sought after fashion experts at *Nicole Miller Philadelphia. *With an incredible selection of affordable designer sportswear, cocktail, evening, and more, she’ll think of you every time she pulls that special Nicole Miller piece out of her closet. But, that’s not all. Make a purchase of $150 or more on Valentine’s Day only and receive a free gift at VOLT Salon.
Who doesn’t love being pampered? The newest addition to the Bellevue property, VOLT, a full service, state of the art salon, is the perfect place to pick up a quick gift certificate and check out the new home of acclaimed stylists Francis and Joseph. Don’t forget to bring your Nicole Miller receipt for a special free gift!
Grab a quick heart healthy bite for lunch in the Food Court, take the edge off with a cocktail at Tavern on Broad, or receive TWO hot Chocolates for the price of one at Starbucks.
Your shopping is almost done.. But with a big meal ahead of you, you can’t neglect your workout! Head upstairs to The Sporting Club, and prepare to fall in love with the most incredible 93,000 sq ft. fitness club in Philadelphia. Hit the showers and head down to Ralph Lauren, where you’ll be suited up in style for your big night out.
Opt for a delicious Surf & Turf meal at The Palm, ora special four course pre-fixe dinner at Bliss Restaurant.
If you’d rather show off your own culinary skills, make it easy on yourself with the gourmet foods and professional quality cookware available at Williams-Sonoma. We promise not to tell!
Last but not least, create a Valentine’s Day precedent you may have to live up to again next year at XIX (Nineteen) Cafe and Restaurant at Hyatt at The Bellevue. Impress your valentine with a 3 Course Prix Fixe Dinner for $55 per person from Thursday, February 14 through Saturday, February 16 and the romantic ambience of XIX (Nineteen). To make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable, take advantage of the Romance Package and spend the night. The package includes overnight accommodation, champagne and chocolates, breakfast for two and a 2:00 pm check out. For reservations in XIX call 215-719-1919 and for our Romance Package go to www.phladelphia.bellevue.hyatt.com
brews, bra, bling…
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Hope Chest Center City is hosting Brews, Bras, & Bling, a men’s happy hour and shopping event, complete with cocktails, appetizers, lingerie models, giveaways, and more.
Featuring music by DJ Eddie Tully and hosted by Marisa Magnatta from 93.3 FM WMMR’s Preston and Steve show, Brews, Bras, & Bling will take place on Thursday, February 7th from 6:00PM to 9:00PM.
Intended to make Valentine’s Day shopping a breeze, men will enjoy in-store promotions, lingerie, and jewelry consultations, as well as a chance to win signed sports apparel. Men will find their ladies’ favorite brands, including Simone Perele, Cosabella, and Hanky Panky, as well as an exclusive trunk show with NYC-based lingerie designer ARI DEIN. In addition to lingerie, fine jewelry for modern and stylish women will also be available by ADORNIA.
Ladies, stop by Hope Chest prior to the event to receive a free bra fitting and create a personalized wish list for your man.
the clover market winter market
Ardmore’s popular outdoor antique and handmade market, The Clover Market, will be heading indoors on Sunday January 27th when 55 vendors will be setting up for a one day show at the historic 23rd Street Armory in Philadelphia. The event will take place from 10 am-5 pm, with ticketed VIP early entry at 9 am.
The carefully selected group of vendors will offer antiques and architectural salvage, finely crafted handmade items, vintage clothing and jewelry, and original art and photography. Attendees will find talented handmade items and shop for affordable antiques in one venue
The Winter Market will also feature an assortment of Philly-based food trucks, hands on DIY workshops with some of Philly’s finest makers including Art in the Age (handcrafted spirits), chez-sucre-chez (modern cross stitch), Sullivan Owen Floral Design (Philly Mag’s Best of Florist) and more.
VIP tickets are $20 each and are being sold online prior to the event. Ticketholders will be allowed entry at 9 am before doors open to the public and will be treated to a swag bag full of vendor goodies (first 50 entrants), “spirited” coffee drinks from Art in the Age, and first dibs on all of the goods. General admission tickets are $5 at the door or can be purchased in advance in a special 2 for 1 deal (two tickets for $5).
At the event make sure to grab a Rittenhouse Row map with special offers and discounts from our members.
Click here for a complete vendor list, information and ticket links.
plage please
Beginning today, the entire Plage Tahiti store will be on sale. Discounts will be 60-90% off EVERYTHING. The sale will include fabulous fall and winter pieces by designers like A.L.C., Alexander Wang, Diane von Furstenberg, Halston Heritage, Haute Hippie, Citizens of Humanity, JBrand, Blugirl and more. Coats, denim, dresses, sweaters, accessories, boots and shoes.
Helmut Lang Shearling Vest
Blugirl Down Jacket
Jill Sander Duvet Jacket
Paul Smith Polka Dot Dress
JBrand Rabbit Fur Vest
JBrand Suede Jodphur Pants
concierge of the year
Congratulations to The Rittenhouse Hotel’s Frank Marandino, named Concierge of the Year by Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report.
detox delivery
You’ve asked and they are delivering. The Lithe Foods Detox Plan now has three options for Detox Plan pick-up/delivery: (1) Monday night in-studio pick-up, (2) Tuesday early am in-studio pick-up, and (3) Monday night at-home delivery.
Click here for more information.
super celebration
Be the preschool parent of the year and check out the KidsInCenterCity.com Saturday Playdate with Sprout: The Super Why Celebration from 11AM until 1PM on Saturday, January 12th at The Market & Shops at Comcast Center. The free, public kids event includes story reading, a screening of Sprout’s favorite Super Why episodes and a special meet and greet with Super Why and Princess Presto. Market Merchants will offer kid-friendly lunch specials, fun arts & crafts, an interactive gaming station from SONY and cupcake decorating from Termini Bros.
