The Funtastic Fun location on South Broadway has been closed since mid-2011. For years, people have driven by that white chunk of concrete and wondered what would become of it. Maybe they even spotted the glass jutting out of the top and puzzled over what the hell it once housed…
What’s the must-have accessory this season? Tickets to the second annual Westword Whiteout Fashion Show, set for Thursday, January 30 at the McNichols Building in Civic Center Park. And this is your chance to snag those must-have tickets before they go on sale to the public. See also: 2013 Whiteout…
Sometimes the stylish people we spot on the streets are Denverites, and sometimes they’re visitors passing through the Mile High City. This week fashion fashion-conscious consultant Yuya Xiong caught our eye while he was here on a business trip. Read on to learn where he shops, and also what city…
Z Davis Robison loves anything and everything that is cool. He collects vintage furniture, local art, antiques, products from local brands and all other items that fit his definition of “cool” to stock his shop, Curating the Cool, in Lafayette. Robison wanted to give customers a place where they could…
Denver Fashion Weekend lit up City Hall on Saturday and Sunday with fashion and hair shows that turned the spotlight on local talent. Photographer Jim Wills was in the house for opening night, capturing images from on the runway and behind the scenes. Following is a taste to get you…
The dynamic duo of Patrick and Mike Liberty, owners/designers of Akomplice Clothing, have teamed up with the Nature Conservancy to create a line of socially conscious streetwear. “Our partnership with the Nature Conservancy is right in line with our goal to deliver a socially conscious approach to streetwear,” says Patrick…
What do you get when you combine a street rider with Mother Nature? You get Deb Henriksen, designer and owner of Equillibrium Clothing, one of the featured designers at Denver Fashion Weekend that starts Saturday, November 9. See also: Charlie Price, producing style for 303’s Denver Fashion Weekend…
With Denver Fashion Weekend 013 just two days away, we spoke with Lindsay Maynard, editor-in-chief/fashion editor of 303, to get the scoop on this weekend’s events and her thoughts on the local fashion scene. See also: Meanswear Monday: Ulysses Gonzalez…
It’s not often that people can mix patterns and do it right — which is why we were so happy to spot Los Angeles-based actress Jessica Reid. And as it turns out, she likes to make people happy with her look. Read on to learn where she shops and what…
#34: Janet Feder Denver musician Janet Feder started out a classical guitarist, but couldn’t be held back by classical constraints. Experimentation with prepared guitar became her invention and her ouevre, and over the years, she’s quietly become an integral working member of the experimental-music community not only on the Front…
One of Denver’s most anticipated fashion events, 303’s Denver Fashion Weekend hits City Hall on November 9 and 10. One of the creative forces behind 303’s Denver Fashion Week is Charlie Price, the show’s producer and former reality star of Shear Genius. We caught up with Price to find out…
A little part of me broke off and fell between my laptop and stretch pants yesterday when I found out that the Gunther Toody’s location by the house where I grew up had closed. The fake ’50s diner where I spent a good amount of time in the ’90s pandering…
Stina, which is nestled in a quaint block at 1409 Ogden Street, is a one-stop shop for one-of-a-kind upcycled furniture, vintage finds, vibrant art and home goods from local artisans. Walk in, and you’re hit with the smell of fresh-cut flowers, which owner Christina Hatanaka always keeps around the place…
#35: Brit Withey As artistic director of the Denver Film Society, Brit Withey is the man behind the curtain pulling all levers when it comes to bringing innovative, rare and artful film to the Sie FilmCenter for special screenings throughout the year. But at the annual Starz Denver Film Festival,…
On Friday, MAX will present its 28th annual fashion show — a benefit for Children’s Hospital. Although the event is sold out, Scott Seale, MAX’s CEO, spent a few minutes with us to talk about MAX and the upcoming fashion show. See also: Four best fashion events, so far, this…
On Sunday night, American Crew held a men’s hair professionals’ competition at the Infinity Park Event Center in Glendale. We spotted a DJ from New Mexico in the chic audience; keep reading to learn about the style of Ulysses Gonzalez, his favorite accessories, where he shops, and who inspires his…
Contrary to what one might think, bronies — cosplaying fans of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic — aren’t just bros with pony ears: They come in all ages, sizes and genders. And that describes the crowd that gathered this past weekend at the Ramada Plaza Northglenn for Running of…
Suzanne Brown, longtime Colorado lifestyle editor of the Denver Post, was honored at the Volunteers of America annual Service with Style luncheon on Friday, November 1 at the Four Seasons. The very stylish event benefited the VOA’s Brandon Center, a 118-bed shelter that provides food, shelter and life-skills training for…
Firmly settled into fall, we continue to look for new and exciting things to wear in this chilly season. And this month, we can also wrap ourselves around several exciting fashion events. See also: Colorado Fashion Week 2013 a marathon for fashion lovers…
The leaves have turned and the weather’s gone cold, but we geeks aren’t concerned — all of our favorite activities take place indoors, anyway. And this November will give Denver geeks plenty to be thankful for between now and Thanksgiving. In addition to the usual buffet of turkey and pumpkin…
Though the holiday known as Day of the Dead — Día de los Muertos — sounds mournful, its festivities are rooted deep in a traditional celebration of life. After tonight, Halloween will be finished for the year and the merrymaking turns honoring the souls who have passed, with an array…
Everyone has their holiday. Romantics love Valentine’s Day. For Christians and capitalists, nothing satisfies like Christmas. And geeks? For us, Halloween is as good as it gets. If there was an official holiday of geek culture, Halloween would definitely be it. See also: How Stephen King scared me into loving…
