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June 6th, 2008
We are already sick of the Sex and the City movie. Full disclosure: We haven't even seen it, but the onslaught of hype is kind of ticking us off. Sure, we want to ogle the shoes and fab handbags, but we'll happily wait for the movie to show up on cable before we plunk down 9 bones to cram our behinds into tight theater seats with 249 giggling women wearing "I'm the Charlotte” tees. And—no joke—we can totally see SATC becoming a kind of working-girl's Rocky Horror Picture Show. Imagine it! Ladies of all ages packing theaters at midnight on Saturdays, dressing up like their favorite characters, comically acting out the parts in front of the screen and throwing Circus Peanuts every time Big changes his mind about Carrie. Now—honestly—we mean absolutely no offense if you went opening week and loved the movie—the truth is we'd probably love it too if we weren't so gosh-darn bitter about the whole thing. Wait... does that make us the Miranda??? |
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| 1 | Love, Exciting and New Despite what Mother taught us, we are firm believers in love at first sight—especially when it comes to our love affair with boutiques. Our boutique of the moment? Betsey Johnson—yes, you heard right—the Betsey Johnson, queen of fashion f-u-n—is now in PDX. The boutique is chock full of Betsey’s signature style—bright patterns, polka dots, girly bows and short hemlines perfect for summer flirting. With Tea Party dresses, cocktail dresses, summer dresses and elegant eveningwear, we couldn’t help but try on one of everything in the store. Must-haves included the Printed Cotton Butterfly Baby Doll with Ruffle Neck for everyday style, and the Evening Goldmine Strapless Sheath Dress for special occasions (even if every day is our reason to celebrate!) The pink walls and black-and-white checkerboard floor lured us in, and the Betsey Johnson handbags, shoes, belts, watches, sunglasses, jewelry, perfume, leg wear and lingerie kept us occupied for hours. Forget courtship, we’re in love and ready to move in! Betsey Johnson |
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| 2 | Let's Get Physical It's no surprise that we love fashion. We love looking at it and reading about it, but somehow stop short of buying it. We start to second-guess ourselves. Will high-waisted pants hide or accentuate our muffin tops? Do culottes make our thighs look big? Leggings? Let's not even go there. We were convinced that only models could pull off high fashion—that is, until we found Physical Element. We've always prized Physical Element for their fabulous workout clothes. But when they recently remodeled and changed their focus from fitness to fashion, our muffin tops did a happy dance. Their casual urban lines by European, Japanese, and local designers are made of body-skimming fabrics with lovely, feminine details. We never thought we'd use "sexy" and "windbreaker" in the same sentence, but Cop.Copine makes the sexiest windbreaker ever, and PE is the only place in town that carries it. At Physical Element, functionality and fashion go hand in hand. So enough with the second-guessing; run over to Physical Element and tell them Portland Picks sent you. Physical Element |
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| 3 | Ren & Stimpy? Some things just naturally go together. Peanut butter and jelly, Laurel and Hardy, us and designer handbags… But who’da thunk that some seriously oddball mixtures—citrus and pistachio, for example—would wind up giving classic combos a run for their money? The answer is Eva Bernhard, the brains behind Cool Moon Ice Cream Company, our favorite sweet spot in the Pearl. Open just a few short months, Eva has worked hard to create frosty concoctions that just can’t be found anywhere else. You’ll flip for the ultra-tart Campari-grapefruit sorbet, swoon for coffee-caramel and eat up the chocolate-Zinfandel. You can even try them all with The Real McCall, featuring 10 scoops, 5 sauces and lots of public participation. With all-natural, Oregon-grown ingredients combined in some of the most innovative ways we’ve ever seen, the pairing of us and Cool Moon is sure to last all summer long. Cool Moon Ice Cream Company |
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| 4 | Go Downtown, Young Woman! We don't get downtown as often as we'd like, what with all the funky little shopping areas Portland has to offer. But on a recent trip with our girlfriend, we discovered that the 30-year-old downtown mainstay, Mercantile, had moved. And re-finding it, we fell in love all over again. |
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| 5 | A Wild Hair We used to be so daring with our hair. Once we shaved the underside of our head a la Jason Newsted from Metallica, circa 1992. Unfortunately, that cut was later the topic of a documentary starring “real people with really bad hair.” Nowadays, leaving our hair down is as bold as we get. So to get out of our ponytail rut we decided to go short with the help of Fusion Cut and Color. Multnomah Village’s quaint salon doesn’t scream fancy, but we found it’s the place for us budgetistas to go for A Really Good Hair Cut. And when we say that, we mean A Really Good Hair Cut. Together, mother and daughter team Adrienne and Tamara have more than 20 years of experience in hair design, edging on fun and funky. Let’s just say we felt safe even as huge chunks of our hair fell to the floor. Thanks to Fusion, our wild hair is back! If anyone wants to make a documentary about people with really great hair, you know where to find us—at Fusion! Fusion Cut and Color Salon |
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| 1 | Decorate Your Life As home-décor junkies, we know our way around the Web. We know where to get everything from mod wallpaper to vintage pillows, but we keep coming back to Burke Décor.com. We’re obsessed with the Surya serving tray—durable enough to take outside for afternoon snacks, and cute enough for indoor functional art. We also love their accessories, and you can receive 10% off by entering “GETIT” at checkout, or enter “TEA” when you spend $50 or more for a free Beautea Bar of Soap! |
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| 2 | You Are a Rock Star Okay maybe you’re not a rock star—maybe you’re a stay-at-home mom or a college student or a graphic designer or a gardener—but who says you can’t go glam now and then? We love these gorgeous handmade leather bracelets by Portland artist Gordon Dent. They’re paved with Swarovski crystals and rhinestones and they make us feel like Goddesses of Glamour, whether we’re wearing them to a concert or the co-op. Available at Anne Bocci Boutique. Check it out! |
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| 3 | The Lollipop Guild We're getting older and more single by the day. Yet, admittedly, we find ourselves looking forward to mommyhood, and even that marriage thing. Until then, we're cool with dating a few Mr. Right Now’s, and spoiling cute kiddos in our life with really cute duds! Like Munchkin Designs' "Big Brothers Rock" or "Big Sisters Rock" tees. Drum up some excitement for a pending munchkin with these adorable, super-soft, fully customizable shirts. They're bound to make a big brother or big sister proud! |
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| 5 | The Science of Skincare We’ve heard about the magic of PerriconeMD Cosmeceuticals but, with our cheapo habits, we never tried them. So when a friend offered us a bottle of hers to sample we jumped at the offer. After a week with the Advanced Face Firming Activator, miracle of miracles, it diminished those fine lines on our foreheads and shrunk pores like a laser ray! We felt like we looked 10 years younger, and decided to make this a regular investment in our beauty regime. |
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| 1 | Father’s Day Specials at Hair M Give Dad the gift of relaxation with the Father’s Day Pamper Package from Hair M! It includes an Emperor’s Cut, a 30-minute Targeted Massage and an Ultimate Hot Towel Shave for just $120. Plus, during June you can book father/son haircuts and save $5 off each service! Heck, bring Grandpa, too! Both locations are open on Father’s Day. What: Great gift! Father’s Day specials at Hair M |
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| 2 | Pilates Your Body We can speak from experience—NW Pilates is amazing. Their chic, intimate studio is ultra-convenient and instructors are super-friendly, plus their prices are the lowest in town for private and semi-private lessons. It’s a fabulous way to get in shape or enhance your current workout. Call now to get 10% off a package of 20 private lessons! What: Summer sale at NW Pilates |
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| 4 | Drop a Dress Size This Summer! June 15 is your last chance to sign up for Recess’ amazing Health Immersion Program (formerly Boot Camp).You’ll meet three times a week to get a totally do-able plan that will last you a lifetime, plus everyone is supercool, and they give you nutritional advice + prizes (like a free facial) just for regularly attending. Call Recess now! |
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| 5 | Dinner & A Show After making its debut at the Sundance Film Festival, The Go-Getter comes to PDX with a wealth of randomness and adventure, following the story of a young boy who steals a car and sets out on a journey—across Oregon and beyond. Playing at the chic, dine-n-view Living Room Theaters, it’s a definite Date Night event. What: The Go-Getter |
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| 6 | 10K… 10 Cane? Ready, Set, Split! It’s the first annual 10K to benefit the Children’s Cancer Association. If nothing else will motivate you, Split Dine & Drink will serve 10 Cane Mojitos post-run to runners of age. And don’t forget the small fries! Runners ages 3–12 can enter the Kids Split and enjoy a post-run party (each one receives a ribbon!) What: Split 10 Cane 10K run and Kids Split |
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| 7 | Work Out with Hubby (or Meet Some Guys!) Want to challenge and improve your body like never before? Want to work out with some hot, sweaty men? Power Outdoor Fitness is the newest co-ed boot camp to hit Portland. For one hour, 5 days a week, you’ll run faster, jump higher and push harder than ever before. Join anytime—your first class is free! What: Power Outdoor Fitness co-ed boot camp |
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| 8 | FundFest 2008 Don't miss your chance to help Pink Martini share the love, as they hit the Crystal Ballroom for the last of four nights of fundraising for four local non-profits: Friends of Trees, KBOO Community Radio, Outside In and the Bicycle Transportation Alliance. Help support a great cause—it makes our home the gem that it is! What: Pink Martini's FundFest 2008 |
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| 9 | Happy Anniversary, Anne! Anne Bocci Boutique is celebrating their 1-year anniversary with a thank-you party tonight! Itʼs First Friday in Multnomah Village, so make an evening of it. Stop into Anne Bocci Boutique for wine, appetizers, chocolates, live music and sales! Save on designer apparel from Mac & Jac, Seth Aaron Henderson, Kensie, Suzabelle and more. Mention Portland Picks to get an extra 20% off.What: 1-Year Anniversary Party at Anne Bocci Boutique |
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| 10 | Great Deals at Eastwest Fusion! Eastwest Fusion—full of gorgeous home furniture and accents—is celebrating their 6-year anniversary with a new look and great deals—many items are up to 50% off! There will be additional savings the opening weekend of the sale. Plus, print out this ad and bring it in the opening weekend to receive a free gift with purchase! |
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