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H K.
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Philadelphia, PA, 19103
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Phoenix Salon and Spa
The last haircut I got was here at the Phoenix. The staff was incredibly friendly and I never behaved snooty at any moment- something my friends and I have noticed about certain upscale spas and salons in the Center City area. It is great to know that top quality service doesn't need to come with an attitude and sense of superiority. My stylist was fabulous, although I cannot recall her name and the shampoo/conditioner gals made me so incredibly relaxed while washing my hair which is probably the best part of getting a cut.
Philadelphia Flower Market
In a pinch en route to a dinner party and having missed my first train I was wandering around Suburban station and came across this flower shop which is a true diamond in the rough amid guady jewelery shops and fried chicken eateries. I picked up a lovely bouquet of sunflowers that the staff handpicked for me after inquiring what occasion I was looking for a bouquet for. Reasonably priced, this flower shop is a must for anyone seeking a quick gift or pick-me-up surprise for your loved one. They have a few plants, but not many.
Taws Presentation Plus
Without the ever affordable A.C.Moore within walking distance, I have had to find other means of gaining the supplies to express my creativity. Taws has a large selection of arts and crafts supplies, as well as staionary and they also offer framing services. They have gorgeous, chic paper stock for invitations and letters and other professional looking paper for resumes and busines related documents. They have a pretty big supply of paints, although I thought some of the name brand paints to be overpriced above regular value. However, they do offer a line of generic type paints. When I went I was in need of canvases and I found them to be slightly pricey as well.
International Salon
I have searched high and low for a moderately priced Brazillian waxing place here in Center City. My search was over when I was alerted to the International Salon. They women who work here are extremely friendly and you can get a wax for $35.00! The only downfall is that they do not take appointments so sometimes you may have to wait. I have found it best to try later in the day as opposed to lunchtime or weekends.
Campus Copy Ctr
I have visited this University City store nestled across from Penn's campus numerous times. They have several high tech machines that can copy rapidly. They also do brochure and invitation printing and have a wide array of stock and colored paper to choose from. They also have a mail center in the store which makes speedy copying and sending melded into one swift process. They also sell binded books for university classes here for the professors. The staff is also very great with tips and advice on how to copy what you need with the best possible paper.
Joseph's Tailor Shop
When the hem fell out of my only clean skirt suit and I had a meeting at 9:00AM the next morning. I rushed over to Josephs right before they were about to close and begged them to please repair my faulty hem. Despite closing, they agreed and I was so incredibly pleased with their willingness to serve me, if it ran over their store hours. I have had things tailored before at cleaners and they have been acceptable, but Joseph's did it with precision. I have always recommended this tailor to friends who have expensive clothes and want the utmost care to be taken with them.
Natural Cleaners
I am still searching for a fabulous laundry cleaning service that is hands down my signature place for dry cleaning and bulk laundry. My building had laundry on its floors, but sometimes I am so pressed for time between business traveling that I need clothes cleaned without the actual effort. While this can get pricey- as they charge per the lb. of laundry (wet or dry? i dont' know!) they also deliver your dry cleaning/laundry/tailored items to your residence
Lagos-The Store
I love looking longingly at the displays in the window that are promptly removed when the store closes- they always have lovely pendants with simple precious gemstones. I have only actually entered this store once and I have a feeling the clientle that shops in here usually spends big money on the gorgeous jewelery. They have designer collections, vibrant gemstones and metals that have a truly unique look. If you are looking for a gift that is hands-down the most exquisite- check out Lagos.
The University of Pennsylvania Bookstore
The UPenn bookstore is a quite, clean and bright haven for anyone looking for an extensive selection of text books and reading material. I wanted to get a text book on Management techniques that had been recommended to me. I could not find it at the Temple bookstore and called ahead to UPenn. They had it in stock and actually held it for me until I came to pick it up. As usual, all text books are extremely pricey, but their service was excellent and overall selection, once I arrived, I realized was so much better than Temple's. They also carry regular novels, books, etc. that you would find in any Barnes and Nobel as well as Upenn geat.
Brandis World
When I still drove I visited Brandi's after seeing a client on Lancaster Avenue. My breath was taken away by the lovely display. I abosolutely adore tropical flowers and arrangements and Brandi's had an overabundance of these. They also had lovely gifts- which although slightly pricey- were not the corny, sentimental selection I was use to from local shops. They had tasteful stuffed animals and cute balloons which were not overpriced I am happy to say. So I was able to get a gorgeous bouquet of tropical flowers, as well as a few balloons for a birthday party.