Madame Mocktail and the Elegance of Choice
What struck me first about Madame Mocktail wasn’t the branding – though the branding is exceptional. It wasn’t the retro pin-up logo, the Mad Men confidence, or the way the bottle looks
The Smart Money Playbook
Forget fandom and hot takes. This is how a wise guy bets the Super Bowl: calmly, strategically, and always with the numbers in mind.
Dressed to Kill (the cold)
Whether you’re headed to a holiday party, hitting the slopes, or just braving your morning commute, here’s how to dress to kill (the cold) and look fabulous doing it. There’s power in
Daisy Jade, Unscripted
Costumes, live mics, refueling jets mid-air, a dress sewn from Carnegie Music Hall seats, and the slow-burn life Daisy Jade has built in Pittsburgh.
Pouring into Herself
When Kassi Renee talks about painting, her voice softens into a reverent rhythm, almost like she’s describing a sacred ritual.
The Grit & Grace of Country Music
When Melissa Quinn Fox steps onto a stage, there’s no mistaking her presence.
Designer Spotlight: Brian David
Brian David, a Pittsburgh native and self-taught couture visionary, is the creative force behind From Construction to Couture – the stunning gown worn by Daisy Jade on theCITYSCENE’s Fall 2025 cover. Crafted
Ask the Stylist
Whether you’re walking an actual red carpet or just dressing for a big night out, the 2025 award season trends are brimming with inspiration. From bold color choices to structured silhouettes, the
Self-Discipline vs. Self-Compassion
This by Chelsea Allen: structure-loving, early-rising, routine-obsessed Discipline isn’t about punishment; it’s about design. It’s the framework that turns intentions into outcomes, and dreams into lived reality. In a world full of
Poolside Confessions
There’s something cinematic about the lifeguard chair: perched above the pool, spinning a whistle, skin kissed golden by the sun. From below, it all looks breezy. You imagine a Baywatch slow-mo and