Tucson All Souls Procession 2014

The All Souls Procession is perhaps one of the most important, inclusive and authentic public ceremonies in North America today. The Procession had its beginnings in 1990 with a ritualistic performance piece created by local artist Susan Johnson, who was grieving the passing of her father. Inspired by Mexico’s Dia de los Muertos holiday, Johnson felt she should honor her father in celebration and creativity. The performance was very well received and many artists were inspired to continue growing the Procession into its modern incarnation. ( taken from All Souls Procession ) 

Holiday Recap : Mingle : Fete at Holiday Mercado

Phew! What a season of wonderful mercados and fairs. Such a blast, working with some of my favorite local vendors, and meeting new people! Hip Hip Hooray for a fun Holiday, can't wait until the next!

Holiday Bazaar at Mercado San Augustine 

Mingle : Tucson Holiday Pop-up

Idlized will be joing Fete Boutique Tres + Soire Girls for Mingle a holiday pop-up shop on fourth avenue in Tucson for Street Fair December 13-15 , 10 AM - PM

Lotsa goodies- clothing, jewelry, hand-made, vintage , party supplies , unique one-of-a-kind gifts, 

SHOP LOCAL 

Tres Boutique + Idlized at Hotel Congress for Art Mart

Such a wonderful evening at Hotel Congress for Art Mart, reuniting and collaborating with Tres Boutique. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and came out to support small local business.

And big thanks to Slobby Robby for coordinating such a successful and fun evening!

The evening was truly a blast and if by chance you weren't able to stop by

make sure to come to the next.

Finished the evening with some delicious cocktails at 47 Scott to celebrate Tres' ( Akiko + Michael ) recent engagement! Congrats to the beautiful couple... So, glad to have friends like you both.

I know I am having a hard time deciding what to wear to the CALA AIAS Beaux Arts Ball.... here are some ideas if you are stuck too!

Obviously not enough time to order... So stop into Tres Boutique on 4th Ave (right before underpass). Men and women's wear! Support local, Support downtown for this downtown event! 

It is the trend for Spring... 

boutique

has tons of vintage dresses that are perfect for Spring!

210 North 4th Avenue , Tucson, Az

shop local. shop tucson. vintage. boutique. unique. 

I spy...

2012 Summer Fashion. Woven. Simple. Dress. Stripe. Denim. Jeffrey Campbell. Shorts. Vintage. 

Window. Shop Display. Tres Boutique. Tucson. 

Barrio Viejo serves as one of the largest concentrations of adobe buildings in the U.S.

-Border Beat

Established in the 1800s, Barrio Viejo is one of Tucson’s oldest neighborhoods and through itsHispanic style and culture it takes Tucson back to its roots.

Known for its adobe row style homes, like those seen in Mexico, some of the structures in this historic neighborhood have been standing for more than 100 years.

While the adobe is wearing, and the buildings' ages are no secret, many argue that the historic look is part of what makes the barrio such an important piece of Tucson history.

Barrio Info

I checked out the new bar last night that opened Thursday on Congress; Playground.

Playground opened by Kade Mislinski who also owns The hub- has done a wonderful job.

The atmosphere is fun!

Lots of intimate private areas and creative fun visuals.

My favorite the hanging swingings above the bar!

I had “The Sling” which was tasty ( I am craving one just thinking about it).

One thing that did bother me on the menu was there was not a large price

range between the drinks on the menu. I believe they had 8 dollar drinks and 9 dollar

drinks- which is  expected with fancy fun choices but it seems like most places have a

page with six dollar & eight dollar, seven & ten… you get my drift!  Some drinks have way

more alcohol, better quality & quantity not worth eight bucks. Just my opinion. 

OH, and the guys in the front with the suits- really ought to go. If they had been at my Playground. I would have been hiding for all of recess. Maybe something nice but comfortable…. not creepy CIA.

http://www.facebook.com/playgroundtucson

Anyhow, Playground is fun. Something very different from the usual downtown Tucson.

Check it out!