Category Archives: Shopping

Vespaio’s still a happening spot on South Congress, but be prepared for your pasta to be drowned in butter

Shannon and I decided to spend the evening on South Congress Avenue on Saturday night. We started with some finalizing of my Halloween costume by shopping at New Bohemia, where the wide assortment of used, vintage clothes gave me plenty … Continue reading

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Buffalo Exchange? What’s the deal? I thought we really had something…

I’ve always been a fan of Buffalo Exchange, as I think their business model is hip, smart, and responsible, but lately they’ve sadly been nothing but a disappointment.  If you aren’t familiar with the national franchise, allow me to fill … Continue reading

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Even if Sex and The City 2 isn’t quite Oscar worthy, it still proves to be a fun excuse for a glam girls’ night out

After a long, never-ending day running errands, going to class, and finishing up work, there is nothing better than walking into my home, setting down all my literal and figurative baggage, and discovering that my two precious roommates, lounging on … Continue reading

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Ten Thousand Villages empowers local artisans from around the world through my favorite hobby: shopping!

Last Friday morning, Chris and I really needed to find gifts for our moms for Mother’s Day. Chris’ mom’s birthday is actually May 8th, so he was in double need of shopping. On our way south to the Greenbelt, we … Continue reading

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