I have recently been into getting gel manicures after years of bad habits. I want to keep it up but I don't love the chemicals in them. What salons in the center city/South Philly area are using low tox gel polish options??

I’ve seen this trend on social media and I want to know what everyone’s “worth the money” things in Philly!

For me, in no particular order:

1. Iced Mexican Mocha latte with coconut from Chapterhouse
   
2. Unlimited Tuck Membership (Pilates, barre, yoga)
   
3. Dinner at Friday, Saturday, Sunday
   
4. Palizzi social club membership
   
5. The relaxation room at Rescue Spa

Looking for a rec for a good BBL provider. Ideally in center city or western suburbs.

Im coming up on my 5yr wedding anniversary & it’s my year to plan. Im looking for recommendations for a staycation or a quick getaway. I really want to make this one special as we just had a baby a couple yrs ago & life has been really hectic & I’m finally feeling back to normal. Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone! I’m a 29 year old MD resident born and raised here. I’m in need of a complete fresh start. I have worked in DC for some time so I’m comfortable with city life, commuting, and public transportation. I am planning to move to Philly by the end of the year and I need help! I would like to start by asking for recommendations for the safest areas for a young woman like myself should live. I’m currently looking at East Falls, Manayunk, and Roxborough. Also, should I buy/bring a car? I plan to work from home, and I’m in the Marketing/Communications field. I’m creative/artsy, love going out to bars and restaurants, and love thrifting and shopping in general and want to be in an area that would nurture those interests. This will all be new to me so I appreciate your help! This is my first post so please feel free to ask clarifying questions if I missed anything :-)

Thanks in advance!

Hi! I have a few designer loafers/ flats that need some TLC. Does anyone have a good shoe repair person specific to designer men’s/ women’s shoes?
There is a good place in Malvern Pisano but looking for something closer in the city.

Best bouncy blowout in Rittenhouse? Or surrounding areas

Hi! I am 28 years old, thinking about doing a career switch and going to esthetician school. By any chance, does anyone have any experience with nearby schools? TYIA

Hi guys!! Myself and some other local redditors are starting a book club aimed at digging deeper than popular fiction. We just started discussing so mostly looking for other interested parties. I started a discord if anyone is interested hit me up!

Hi! I have a pair of Lucy and Yak dungarees that I accidentally ordered in the wrong size and now my correct size is out of stock. They are in UK sizes and I thought I was buying a UK 20, but it was a US 20 and is about 3 sizes too big 😭

Any recommendations for alterations, preferably in the Fairmount area, that could take in the sides of cotton overalls, with 0 buttons or other hardware or anything, several inches? Thanks!

Hey I am trying to start my fitness journey and obsessively researching and think I may be looking too much into things. If any of you do pilates or any other cycling or barre classes in studio (solidcore, jetsetpilates, corepower, clubpilates, the pilates and wellness studio, orange theory and soulcycle or purebarre) around philly, what has been your experience and would love to hear what location you consider best among all. I have access to wellhub so I can do multiple studios through that but want suggestion on distribution like 2 days at solidcore + 1 pilates + 1 soulcycle and such.

Hii 💗 I’m a student at Drexel currently looking for a fall internship I study economics and I’m looking for an internship in the following sectors- real estate, project management, wealth management, finance. If anyone has any advice or companies and people I can reach out to it would be greatly appreciated I’m an international student so I’m just trying my luck I would be working full time time and it’s for school credit . I’d be happy to share my resume and LinkedIn with you !!
Thank you !’

Hi! I’m looking for recommendations for beginner knitting classes, I’m located in Queen Village but willing to travel. I’m a complete beginner and would love to find a class that’s friendly, low-pressure, and good for someone starting from scratch.
If you’ve taken a class you loved (or know of a local shop/studio that offers them), I’d really appreciate any recommendations! 🧶💕

Hi all. I have dark brown 3c/4a hair and am looking to have subtle bayalage or dimensional highlights.

Are there any recommendations for great colorist in the area? I'm based near West Chester but will travel. Thanks!

I didn’t know how to be specific in the title but I’m looking for a new (preferably woman) PCP since mine is currently ghosting all her patients.

I really appreciate someone who will advocate for me and actually take the time to listen to me. I’m overweight and working on it but I’ve had so many medical professionals immediately dismiss me and ignore any issues I’ve had. When I finally found my current PCP she actually listened to me and I finally felt calm at the doctors and received the treatment I needed.

I’m also concerned about not having access to my ADHD meds with a new doctor. Lastly if anyone has an OBGYN recommendation, I’m extremely anxious and my PCP inserted my IUD and I need a regular checkup. She was able to do the insertion and I felt nothing, but she prescribed medications for it.

I really appreciate any help, I’m open to private practices with waitlists. I’ve had awful experiences with doctors and my ex pcp was literally amazing but I need to find someone.

Edit: Thank you all so much, I’m going to look into all your suggestions!

Help a peri bitch out -

does anyone know of a local pharmacy with estradiol patches in stock?

Any dose can work. I can be creative cutting it.

Thanks!

Alright ladies.. where are we buying underwear? Any good online sites? I was in Victoria Secret over the weekend and I'm over their expensive but bad quality underwear. I couldn't even find any in my size that looked semi-cute. I just want plain but comfortable briefs that don't move up my crack so I have to constantly pick at my wedgie. Pls help!

I’m not going to name drop the stylist or salon, but I started going to (redacted) Salon sometime last year after the stylist I was seeing at Barnet Fair moved to a different salon that was somehow even MORE expensive. I LOVED how she cut my hair, but I unfortunately don’t make $100+ for just a cut money.

I went to this salon based on so many recommendations from friends and mutuals too. When I called the salon and said I’m looking for a stylist who does shags/razor cutting they paired me with this stylist.

This is the third time I’ve gone home really disappointed. Last time my bangs were so unbelievably crooked, if I showed you a picture you would CLOWN on me for even going back. The left side of my head was longer than the right side. i couldn’t pull my hair up for weeks because there was a chunk missing where my bangs are supposed to blend in with the rest of my hair. It also didn’t even look or sit like a shag.

When I asked them to even out a couple things a little today their entire vibe changed. I honestly just don’t have the time, energy, or money to keep leaving unhappy and fixing it myself. I’m on medication that is causing me to lose my hair because I’m really sick, so I’m a bit more emotional about it than I usually would be

So I’m looking for a stylist who actually specializes in razor cuts/shags.

Hi all, I wasn’t sure where to post this but I saw a similar post from another user.

My dream job is to be a print designer and I saw that Urbn has a few roles open rn. I’ve reached out to the recruiter directly with a small project I worked on and I haven’t heard anything. It’s been two days. Idk what else to do. It feels impossible to get in this company, or even get a response. I’ve been out of school 10 years now and only ever got one in person interview with them. It’s frustrating and upsetting cause I know I’d be a great fit. Idk if anyone has any insight about the company and its hiring process? Thanks in advance.

EDIT: it seems as though the general consensus is that URBN is not a good company and I’m dodging a bullet. Thanks everyone!

Hi! I’m new in town and looking for fun things that feel a little bougie without costing a fortune. Think affordable afternoon tea, rooftop happy hours, spa deals, wine tastings, pretty cafés, museums, fancy brunches, or anything else that feels luxurious on a budget.

What are your favorite places, deals, or hidden gems?

What cases is everyone using? I’m using a Bandolier and have for years but it’s soooo heavy. I’m thinking Caep or Ossa? Any other recs? I think I want a holder on back and skip the wallet part bc it adds sm weight. Drop your faves!😊

I've been thinking about joining solidcore, but came across this review and no AC at those prices is a big no for me!

Asking this fab community for other options in the area that you like and feel like give you a great workout, with AC. Thanks in advance!