July 3, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Get out of the city and go shopping. In New Hope. Yes, we mean it.

DIG
What: Love Saves the Day
Why: In business since the late ’60s, this giant boutique is so packed with vintage clothing, toys, and collectibles that you won’t know where to look.
When: Thurs.-Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 1 S. Main St. (215-862-1399).

What: Night Bird
Why: Specializing in ’60s and ’70s vintage, with lots of great stuff under $25.
When: Thurs., noon-7 p.m.; Fri., noon-8 p.m.; Sat., 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 12 W. Mechanic St. (215-862-1902).

BUY
What: Thirteen
Why: Eclectic boutique with everything from vintage Betsey Johnson to the latest silhouettes — at seriously incredible prices.
When: Daily, noon-8 p.m.
Where: 11a W. Mechanic St. (267-266-9737).

What: God Save the Qweens
Why: Rock tees, baby clothes, and shoes in classic punk rock style (of course).
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 13 W. Mechanic St. (215-862-2696).

What: Madcap
Why: Rockabilly boutique with enough skull, tattoo, and cherry motif clothing to keep you in pinup style.
When: Thurs., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: 115b S. Main St. (215-862-9650).

PRETTIFY
What: A Beautiful Life
Why: The sumptuous boudoir-style cosmetics shop stocks just about every makeup and skin care line worth carrying — including nontoxic nail polish Priti.
When: Thurs. & Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 15-19 W. Mechanic St. (215-862-8838).