Phreaked Beginnings: Julia Child is my kindred August 15, 2008

Howdy!

Sorry I’ve been a bit MIA lately folks! I’ve been doing some moving but on top of that developed a nasty case of strep! I know, I know, who gets sick in the middle of the summer?

Today is cause for celebration however, because it is Phreaked’s birthday!! (Same day as stealth-with-a-spatula Julia “I bake metal files into pies” Child)

Diabolical

It’s shaping up to be a lovely day in the city and I was up early to enjoy it. Grabbed some coffee (fab) and a bagel (eh) from Manhattan Bagel and then strolled through Rittenhouse. It was one of those lovely, perfect moments that makes me happy I was born.

I have plenty of Philly in Review coming your way in the next week: dishing on the dishes of Ten Stone, The Sidecar Bar and Grill and The Creperie… I ALSO have been trend forecasting Fall Fashion 2008! Found y’all some truly unique items online which I will be sure to post! Please be patient and stay tuned!!

My plan for today is to grab lunch with some friends at Honey’s Sit and Eat (a FAV) and then later tonight I want to try some place “new to me.” I was thinking maybe My Thai or Palace at the Ben??

Any suggestions? Sound Off!!

Oh, Lady of the Night July 17, 2008

I composed this letter in my head last night as I was trying to take my dog for a late-night jaunt and found myself aggravatingly trolling behind a ‘lady’ of questionable reputation.

Trannie-licious…

Dearest Trannie Hooker,

I know you feel the need to saunter, shaking that jello-o all about, what with, trying to attract the ‘Johns’ and all… but could you please speed it up before I let my dog chomp on your STD-ridden ass? We both know what corner you’re walking to, so get your ass there already. Slut. And a word of advice, stop looking behind you at every car that passes darling, it looks a little desperate. Oh, wait. Nevermind, Get Money Guuuuuurl!

Always Your Neighborhood Bitch,

Phreaked

Eventually I just crossed the street… and then on the way back home I think I saw one of her ‘co-workers’ coming out from behind some building with a guy. Ah, Philly at it’s best.

Summer Loooove: It’s a Battlefield May 7, 2008

Gladiators. The shoe of course, although if you can find a sexy bronzed Spartan to escort you about Walnut Street as you wear these, please do.

A favorite fashion warrior look? The knee high gladiator of course. The style graced the worst dressed pages in 2007 on the likes of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, but 2008 will prove to be the year of the Gladiator!!

Furthermore, NEVER doubt the Olsens. MK single-handedly brought back cowboy boots, tights (abet, ripped) AND oversized dresses YEARS before so-called fashion merchandisers saw the light. Ashley’s new line The Row is simply ingenious.

What to pair it with: This look is not for everyone. You must have the long slender legs to pull off short dresses (or short shorts) with flats. Remember not to go overboard with skin. If you are showing off your legs, keep the chest under wraps, also, do not over accessorize. Knee high gladiators are a statement all on their own. Throw on some sunglasses and stroll the shops diva!!

Other gladiator considerations:

If you are shorter and curvier consider a heel with a T-strap to balance you as well as keep you trendy!

These ‘halfies’ as I like to call them are perfect for longer outfits and just $20!! Phreaking unbelievable!