DINE & DESIGN // NAMI

Nami is an organic soy ice cream, coffee & vegan baked treat shop, located a few streets off from downtown Phoenix. The calming open space inside the shop makes you want to kick back, relax and really enjoy whichever treat you've decided to indulge in. Art from local artists adorn the walls, all for sale if you happen to stumble on something you feel the need to keep forever, that won't melt away.

Eat: Karma Corn & Pretzel 1 tsoynami // Style: Subway white tile, clean white walls, and a mixture of simple, modern furnishings.

DINE & DESIGN // CARTEL COFFEE LAB

Cartel Coffee Lab is a hidden gem found close to ASU's college central, mill ave. The large community tables and well-lived in couches invite guests to sit and mingle with friends, and make a few new ones while there at it. The industrial steel feel throughout the shop is highlighted with bicycle rim artwork, dark furniture installments and professional coffee roaster equipment on display.

 Eat: fresh scones and their slow brewed coffee // Style: neon accents, modern stainless reused furniture, DIY signage accents

A Successful Launch & A Thank You

Katherine here, trying to put into words all of the excitement, happiness, and complete awe I felt after our Phoenix Style Collective Launch party at the Growop. I'm speaking for myself, but probably for our founding group too, when I say that we want to thank each and every person who came out for the event, shop that donated food, gift card or gift basket, and the family members and friends who made a point to help out in any way they could. 

We'd like to give a special shout out to our event sponsors. Luncha Libre, the gourmet food truck, was cooking up some of the most delicious quesadillas & tortas all night, and the churros were a big hit!

Brenden, from Smeeks, was the culinary mastermind behind all of the treats at the party. The PB&J cupcakes, yellow cake cupcakes with lemon meringue frosting, mixed nuts, pretzel bite sandwiches with meat & cheese and the cashew popcorn with caramel and bacon, were incredible. Each and every one of the items were homemade...we know. It's crazy. Not only that, he was our official name tag button maker for the night, AND donated to the evening's raffle.

We received amazing support from many local shops, who graciously donated to our event's raffle. A huge thank you to Annie Boomer Vintage, Apothecary, Bunky Boutique, Butter Toast, Frances, My Honey Corner, Merry May Handmade, Nostra, Smeeks, Superstition Vintage, Roosevelt Row and Vintage by Misty. We highly suggest checking all of these shops out, they are fabulous!

We hope you enjoyed the event! If you couldn't make it, or didn't fill out a contact card, we want to hear from you. If you did make it to the event, we loved having you! Link to any of your blog posts or recaps about the event in the comments below!

Dine & Design // Liberty Market

Liberty Market is a casual dining spot in the heart of Gilbert, with industrial tables & chairs, bright, modern picnic flair furniture on the patio, and a collection of breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert options that are incredibly difficult to choose from. From their website, "Each owner is artistic and a visual thinker. We believe in putting the same effort into the physical design of the space, objects, packaging, signage, and clothing as into the food itself."

From the menu to the atmosphere, these people know good design.

Eat: wood fired pizza or the italia tossed salad // Style: Open windows, exposed brick, modern industrial accents, royal blue highlights

Dine & Design // Lux Central

The newly improved Lux Central is the perfect blend of eclectic furniture, mood music, art, food & drink. The location is filled with plenty of seating for a meeting with friends, casual date, study group or relaxing time to yourself.

Eat: Homemade pastries // Style: Refinished natural wood, lucite & metal.

Meet the Phoenix Syle Collective // Katherine

A twenty-something blogger, foodie & design enthusiast.
Lover of type, taking photos and searching for local Phoenix gems. 

Suffers from a serious case of wanderlust. Incessant coffee drinker and Martha Stewart fangirl.
Blogs at A Bit of SparkleFarkle.

Dine & Design // The Arrogant Butcher

Local restauranteur Sam Fox is known for his well-designed restaurant hotspots that offer beautiful interiors, styled waitstaff and fantastic eats. The Arrogant Butcher, located at CityScape in Downtown Phoenix is a hub for the business crowd at lunch and hipster local residents at night.

Eat: Grilled Chicken Tabbouleh // Style: Tan, Cream & Chocolate Brown. Splashes of red & fabulous fonts.