So6ix Magazine September 2013

SEPTEMBER 2013

FALL

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BEAUTY HOW TO: HOW TO PERFECT

HOW TO BRING YOUR SUMMER CLOTHES INTO FALL

YOUR POUT!

By Madi Taylor P. 24

BEST

BUTT JEANS

FASHION 2013

By Eva Roubert

By Jacqueline Larocco P. 26

P. 28

Hasheem

THABEET

Heard It Through The Grapevine Photography By Clifton Roberts P. 32

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INSIDE

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

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• BEAUTY & THABEET

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• OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR

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• BEAUTY HOW TO:

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• BEST BUTT JEANS

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• HOW TO BRING YOUR SUMMER CLOTHES INTO FALL FASHION 2013

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• SEPTEMBER WISHLIST

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• HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE

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photography by Clifton Roberts

by Alex Wehrley

HOW TO

by Madi Taylor

PERFECT YOUR POUT!

by Jacqueline Larocco

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by Eva Roubert

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by Britta Newton

A FASHION PICTORIAL

photography by Clifton Roberts

• SO6IX EATS

by Mindy Gasspari

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• HOROSCOPES

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SEPTEMBER 2013

by Dadhichi Toth

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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• SO6IX EVENTS

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photography by Clifton Roberts, Debbie King, Myke Smith and Jesse Stinson

• SO6IX PROFESSIONALS SEPTEMBER 2013

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photography by Clifton Roberts

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LEGAL AND CREDITS

PUBLISHER

Jack McBride jack@so6ix.com

PRODUCTION MANAGER Clifton Roberts clifton@so6ix.com

SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR Ericka Williams ericka@so6ix.com

FASHION DIRECTOR Britta Newton britta@so6ix.com

THE 6 APP DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Lisa Sedlacek lisa@so6ix.com

PHOTOGRAPHY

Clifton Roberts, Abby Coyle, Debbie King, Myke Smith and Jesse Stinson

MANAGING EDITOR Jensen Smith

WEBSITE DESIGNER Clifton Roberts

DISTRIBUTION

ON THE COVER...

PHOTOGRAPHY BY: CLIFTON ROBERTS STYLING BY: BRITTA NEWTON FEATURING: HASHEEM THABEET Hasheem is wearing Perry Ellis button up, Perry Ellis vest, and Cremieux bow tie from Dillard's at Penn Square Mall.

Nathan Stager and Connor Kach

STAFF WRITERS

Jacqueline Larocco, Beth Ann Mock, and Dadhichi Toth

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Eva Roubert , Mindy Gasspari, Madi Taylor and Alex Wehrley FOR ADVERTISING: jack@so6ix.com 8

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L E T T E R F R O M T H E S TA F F Thank you for picking up the September Fashion Issue of So6ix Magazine!

city filled with more culture and we hope to follow the same path! Keep your eyes peeled for some

All year long, I look forward to September. The

new changes in the magazine, and please contact

weather finally becomes bearable, and all the

us through our website if you have any ideas for

fall apparel is out on the racks. This year, we can

improvement.

start dreaming about slouchy slacks, oversized

Happy Fall, everybody!

trench coats, and wrapping up your neck in a thick cashmere scarf. I say "start dreaming" because in Oklahoma we are still experiencing 80-90 degree days. In this issue, we wanted to be aware of the fact and show some summer-to-fall transitional clothing, while still keeping on trend. Here at So6ix, we LOVE Oklahoma City. We are excited to see it grow and evolve into a bigger

Britta Newton

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SUCCESS

Beauty &

THABEET PHOTOGRAPHY BY

Clifton Roberts

Special Thanks to Myriad Botanical Gardens for allowing us to shoot at their location in downtown Oklahoma City.

We took an exotic trip downtown to our own Botanical Gardens with one of Okc's most stylish couples.

Together, Bee and Hasheem enjoy traveling, photography, and fashion. Check them out on instagram at @lovequeenbee and @hasheemthedream!

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Hasheem Thabeet, center for the Oklahoma City Thunder, is currently the tallest man in the NBA standing at 7'3". After three successful years at The University of Connecticut, he was selected as the 2nd overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft. Known for his big smile, unique sense of style and the infamous blonde patch in his hair, the Tanzania native embraces his African roots in his off-the-court sense of style.

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Bee

Anderson,

a

former

model

for

Wilhelmina and Ignite Modeling Agency, is a celebrity hairstylist and makeup artist. While training under some of the best hairstylist and makeup artists in Las Vegas, New York and Atlanta, Bee found her passion in making her guest feel glamorous while keeping the integrity of their hair and skin top priority.

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SOCIETY

Oklahoma

STATE FAIR BY

There’s a “Bacon Bloody Mary,” “Bacon Explosion Sandwich,” “Bacon Wrapped Caramel Apple” and many more uses for ol’ porky on the new food list.

Alex Wehrley

I’ve been to many State Fairs, but never in Oklahoma. Before I dug into the deep-fried details on this state’s annual fair (coming up on September 12th through 22nd), I wrongfully assumed it would be just like all the others -- fried food, rides,

If you go to the fair for music, you're in luck! Big

livestock, music and fabulous people watching. I

name musicians rock the Oklahoma State Fair

quickly discovered the Oklahoma State Fair went

stages this year, including Eli Young Band, Randy

way beyond the basics when I took a look at the

Houser and Jerrod Niemann. Head over to the

schedule and saw activities like: “Ropes, Whips &

Oklahoma LIVE stage if you prefer local talent.

Guns, Oh My!” and “Swampmaster Gator Show”!

KSBI's talk show airs live from the State Fair for

My personal favorite on the list is “Disney on Ice:

five days, September 16th through 20th, from 4:00

Rockin’ Ever After”. You’re telling me I can eat a

to 5:00 p.m. You can expect lots of food, fun and

deep-fried Twinkie and watch a princess dance on

performances from local musicians like Ali Harter

skates? Yes, please!

and Jenny Simms Band.

Princesses aside, it’s worth going to the fair just

If you’d like your fair fun at a discount, I suggest

to see what new food they discovered could be

heading there on opening day, September 12th,

fried or put on a stick. Here are a few newbies

when admission is only $2.

to tantalize your taste buds: “Deep-Fried Butter

Regular admission for adults is

On-A-Stick,” “Deep-Fried Philly Cheese Steak,”

$9, kids (ages 6-11) are $5 and

“Deep-Fried Watermelon,” and “Deep-Fried B-B-

kids (5 years and under) are free.

Gater On-A-Stick”. Is your mouth watering yet?

For more information head to

If that’s not doing it for you, maybe bacon will…

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okstatefair.com.

Alex Wehrley Host of Oklahoma Live

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SELF-HELP

BEAUTY HOW TO: How To Perfect Your Pout!

BY

Madi Taylor When starting your lips, first line the outside (and yes, I do mean the outside of your lips) with concealer. Then, get a sharp lip pencil and start in the left hand corner of your mouth. Take a line following your natural lip line, but slightly over it. I mean barely! Any more than this and you will look like Ru Paul. Once you reach the tip (highest point) of the left side start on the other corner, leaving the

I get a lot of questions about lipstick. What

Cupid's bow empty. Once you've got these babies

seems like a simple task can actually be quite

evenly applied, star a deep V on the Cupid's bow.

complicated, so I have created a step-by-step

Don't be shy! This is what gives shape! Don't have

tutorial for applying lipstick.

a Cupid's bow? Make one! Once you've finished, it's time for the bottom lip.

After you've finished your foundation, powder, bronzer, blush, eyes, mascara and hair, you may be sitting and wondering what color to put on your

The easy part, eh? Just roll your bottom lip

lips. Or, maybe you have smaller lips and want

up over your teeth and stretch out the bottom

some fullness. Here are a few tips from my vanity

lip. Line it precisely. Next step: Color in the lines.

to yours!

Always use a brush to apply lipstick for the first

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application. Throughout the day, you can reapply regularly straight from the tube. Once you've finished filling in with your color, you can finish your pout off with your powder (use a medium sized eye shadow brush) and dust around your lips. Flawless! For bigger looking lips, add a shimmery or wet-looking gloss!

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SELF-HELP

Best Butt

Jeans BY

Jacqueline Larocco

Jean shopping has to be one of the most frustrating tasks we undergo. Nothing is more pathetic than grabbing multiple pairs of jeans off the shelf and tragically returning them all after determining they just “didn’t look right” on you as you stood in front of the mirror.

PEAR-SHAPED FIGURES: Pear-shaped figures are smaller up top and

This isn’t because you don’t have the right

larger in the rear and hip area - hence the

body for jeans, it’s because you simply have

“pear” shape. Since the pear-shaped figure

the wrong jeans for your body. Jeans can be

typically has large hips and a small bust, those

frustrating, but they can also be very versatile.

who want to flaunt their figure should stay away

They come in so many shapes and sizes to

from jeans that are tapered or too tight. Instead,

complement nearly every body type.

look for a small flare trouser style that is also low

So, instead of resorting to a winter of yoga

rise. This will elongate the torso and add some

pants and leggings, consider trying a new style

curves so that the focus is off the chest and on

or cut that perhaps fit your body better. That

the hips.

way, you can show off the assets you want others to see and hide or camouflage the ones you don’t.

PLUS-SIZED FIGURES: Dark denim is a godsend for those of us who want to appear slimmer. Find a pair of jeans

HOURGLASS FIGURES:

that have a darker rinse, and make sure they

Hourglass figures typically have average to

are straight legged or trouser style. It’s okay if

large chests, slender waists, and average to

they are form fitting. You aren’t trying to hide

wide hips. Most who aren’t hourglass shaped

your body, just flaunt the aspects you like. Dark

will claim that hourglass figures are lottery

denim, straight-legged jeans that hug the hips

winners of the body-shape world. But even

show off your derriere without bringing the

hourglass figures can have trouble finding

focus to areas you don’t want.

jeans that flaunt their sexy curves without making them look boxy or too short.

TALL FIGURES:

Try to find a classic, wide-legged trouser

Tall figures have an advantage, because like

with a flat front that comes up about mid-rise.

the hourglass figure, there are many styles that

These will keep your hips looking thin while still

flatter a tall figure. Don’t be afraid to be bold and

showing off your curvy body.

go long and lean with your jean style.

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SELF-HELP BIG-BOOTY FIGURES:

BOYISH FIGURES: For those who have no hips and few curves,

Decorations

and

embellishments

add

the best option for jean choice is to choose

volume. For those with quite a bit of junk in

something that is mid-rise and boot cut. Flare can

their trunk, try to stick with solid pockets and

work, as well, to create a curvier look from top

clean lines. Also, a higher waist can ensure

to bottom, but beware of dramatic flares that can

total coverage and be more comfortable.

make you look shorter.

PETITE FIGURES: Petite girls often want to look taller – we always want what we don’t have. If you are vertically challenged and want to appear taller, try staying away from jeans that are bulky or too wide. Flares

TINY-BOOTY FIGURES: Since flaps and beading can add volume, try finding a pair of jeans with designs and embellishments on the back pockets. If bejeweled jeans aren’t your

are almost always shortening for petite figures

style, try simply choosing a pair

and can oftentimes make you look stumpy.

with smaller pockets that are

Instead, opt for something slim-cut and tighter,

close together in the back and

which show off your curves and can elongate

have other bulky decorations,

your legs.

like flaps or buttons.

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HOW TO BRING YOUR SUMMER CLOTHES INTO FALL FASHION 2013 BY

Eva Roubert

Many of us spent a lot of money on trending

caps, fedoras and berets transition right into the

Summer threads this last season. We do this every

new season, spicing up the simplest sweater and

time a new style emerges or the temperatures

jeans to chic, business attire. And remember,

change - but this tends to cost of a lot of time and

when in doubt, put a beanie on it! Beanies are

money, right? Well, put away that wallet and the

the BEST accessory to any outfit, especially this

brown box labeled “Summer Clothes,” and learn

coming fall. They’re sticking around and making a

to recycle your style in a new way!

huge statement these next few months. So, don’t miss out on a cute puffball beanie or rock out your

Here are a few examples of how your summer

man’s favorite sports team!

trend can transition right into 2013’s fall style: 2. Print neutrals are ALWAYS your friend. Don’t 1. Keep the hats around. Hats aren’t just for

put away your leopard print flats or hounds tooth

keeping the sun out of your eyes anymore. Baseball

mini skirt just yet - or ever! These accessories

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S AT I S FAC T I O N don’t look like they’re going away anytime soon,

they are definitely not ready to fizzle out yet. So,

so continue to have fun with them! By pairing

don’t be afraid of a little hue! Bring attention to

solid-colored pieces with a print purse, leggings,

those plump smoochers with a bright lip color

shoes or hat, you’re creating a fall look with a contrast that is sure to draw the eyes to you! Who

and turn his thoughts from Fantasy Football to a fantasy with you!

would have ever remembered, in September, you rocked that floral mini in July?

5. Put ALL your summer clothes on! Okay, not 3. Make ‘em green with envy... Emerald green is the “it” color for fall 2013. Summer 2013

really, but layering is consistently a fall fashion staple, and much of your warm-weathered attire

introduced us to bright solid-colored accent bags

lends itself to the job. Sometimes, the only thing

and shoes, so I know there’s got to be green in

keeping your summer outfit from being a fall

there somewhere! Even if you rock the emerald

outfit is a denim jacket and cashmere leggings!

green jewelry with your go-to little black dress,

Keep your slim-fitting peplum top that you’ve

stand out with the color that makes everyone’s

been wearing with shorts and pair them with your

skin tone look fabulous! “Going green” has a new meaning this year.

favorite jeans and combat boots. Once the colors suit the season and tan lines are hidden, we’ll be all good!

4. “I just need your extra time and your… brightcolored kiss.” We all saw the red-hot lipstick movement on the beach and at your friend’s pool party last season and we’re going to continue

So, before you put last season’s duds into the “friend zone,” fall in love with them all over again

to see it at Oktoberfest and that same friend’s

in this new season by using a different approach

Halloween shindig. Hot pinks, oranges, reds and

and seeing style in a whole new perspective. Fall

burgundies came back with a vengeance, and

2013 will be a new day with a retro flare!

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STYLE

SEPTEMBER WISHLIST

BY Britta Newton PHOTO BY Abby Coyle HAIR BY Madi Martin Taylor MAKEUP BY Chelsey Ann

1.

Cashmere Tee is the perfect transition item, layer over or under a fav warm weather item!

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3.

This is actually the button-up I am wearing in the photo! I own about 7 of these!

Throwing in another color with accessories adds depth to a simple color story.

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These fun striped shorts are a good way to bring in a nuetral pattern to break the outfit up!

6.

Throwing in a very trendy fall accessory will ease the season transitional phase.

1. J.Crew Collection Cashmere Long-Sleeve Tee, jcrew.com 2. Merona Women's Sleeveless Button Down Blouse, target.com 3. Jimmy Choo Rebel Neon Textured-Leather Shoulder Bag, net-a-porter.com 4. 8 Other Reasons The Fantastic Metal Plate Statement Choker, karmaloop.com Pull & Bear 9 Pack Selection Of Bracelets, pullandbear.com N2 Sorbet Ring, ahalife.com River Island Pink Platform Wedges, riverisland.com Coconuts By Matisse Women's Casey Flat, amazon.com 5. Lemon Meringue Striped Shorts, shopruche.com 6. Bright Eyes Beanie, beginningboutique.com.au 30

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To read more of Britta's style tips check out our fashion and beauty blog at sixstyle.wordpress.com!

Monochrome has been a huge trend this past year, but mostly done in neutrals, or black and white. I really love the idea of doing a colorful monochrome style for fall. One reason this look has been so popular is because of how slimming it is. It elongates your figure because your eye goes from head to toe subconsciously. By mixing items of different textures and similar hues (even same patterns for you innovators!), you can choose your level of subtleness or boldness. My look to the right is a little on the bold side as far as how bright the colors are, but don't let that scare you away. Pick a favorite item out of your closet and use it as an inspiration! I love to use accessories as bookends, so I chose a charming pink necklace and pink espadrilles to add another level of color to the look.

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Heard It Through The Grapevine PHOTOGRAPHY BY: CLIFTON ROBERTS STYLED BY: BRITTA NEWTON CLOTHING PROVIDED BY: RUTH MEYERS, GIL'S CLOTHING & DENIM BAR AND DILLARD'S IN PENN SQUARE MALL BEAUTY LOOKS CREATED BY: MADI MARTIN & COEL BISHOP OF RAYLYN-TAYLOR SALON FEATURING: ALEX E & MICHELLE B FROM BRINK MODEL MGMT SHOT ON LOCATION AT: STREBEL CREEK WINERY & VINEYARD

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Alex rolls around in a breezy Peppermint dress ($48), with some necklaces available at Gil's.

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Michelle wears a tank by Groceries ($36), layered with with necklaces available at Gil's.

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By adding blazers & jackets cute summer clothing can easily be transitioned for cooler weather. Alex wears an Amy Matto Jacket available at Ruth Meyers. The jacket comes with a matching dress for $470. Michelle wears a lime BCBG Blazer available at Ruth Meyers for $268. so6ix.com | SEPTEMBER 2013

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Dressing up in fall doesn't have to mean you have to hide your summer glow. Selecting a dress with thicker material than your summer dresses, you can easily wear it throughout fall. In this photo Alex wears an Artelier

by Nicole Miller dress ($410 at Ruth Meyers). This dress has so many great lines- keeping it simple with minimal jewelry is key.

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Choose a great bag like this quilted Mz Wallace bag ($425 at Ruth Meyers).

Michelle wears Nicole Miller ($385 at Ruth Meyers) topped with a mesh Gianni Binni Athletic Jacket ($99 at Dillard's).

She carries the Foley + Corinnna buff combination tote ($450 at Ruth Meyers).

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The best way to take your clothes from Summer to Fall is by keeping the color alive! Layering bright summer silks under new cashmere sweaters will take your closet into the next season.

Alex wears a Pink Ellison button up ($42 at Gil's), with a White + Warren Cashmere sweater ($225 at Ruth Meyers). She is also wearing a bright tag necklace available at Gil's.

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Michelle peeks through the vineyard wearing a Tracy Reese blouse from Ruth Meyer's ($270).

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Alex looks very casual chic in this laid back ensemble.

She wears a Judith & Charles top ($350 at Ruth Meyers) with layered necklaces from Gil's, and a very comfy pair of Level 99 green jeans ($104 at Gil's). She brought along a great sweater from Ruth Meyers just in case!

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Michelle wears a sassy printed BCBG Blazer for $268. Paired with a BCBG quilted skirt for $198. Both available at Ruth Meyers.

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BY

Mindy Gasspari

EATS

Cafe

ICON

When we walked into the restaurant, I was pleasantly surprised. The décor was elegant, classy, and yet contemporary. I was immediately impressed. We were greeted by a very friendly staff and instantly taken to our table. Upon entering the dining area I noticed the unique lighting along the wall, behind a set of booths. The main lights were dim, as it was evening, so the colorful lights were a nice addition to the already beautiful ambiance. There were three dining areas separated by either a glass wall or a mesh curtain made of metal, as well as a sushi bar. We chose to sit behind the mesh curtain in order to view the entire restaurant. It had a long booth that curved along the entire section of the dining area and a beautiful, hand-strung chandelier.

Let’s get to the meat of this experience. I could go on for hours about the decorations and atmosphere but food is where my true opinion of Café Icon was decided. It is by far the best part of the evening and definitely the best meal I’ve had in a while. We ordered a few of the most popular appetizers and dishes, and then chose a few of our own liking. Below is a list of what we ordered: APPETIZERS: The Honey Moon – A customer favorite and now a favorite of mine. YUMMY! Spicy Edamame MAIN COURSE: Sushi Rolls – Spicy Baby and Kaboom (a favorite) Both were very delicious and absolutely a work of art!

LAVA SHEET (EXCLUSIVELY AT CAFÉ ICON): This was hands down one of the best steak dinner experiences I’ve ever had. You may choose from several types of meats to be served. I chose the 14 oz. rib-eye for my first try. I’ve had dinner at some amazing steak houses all over the country but never have I had one served on a beautifully cut inch-anda-half thick lava stone! I usually like my steak a medium to medium-rare. Cutting into the meat is a fun event every time. While it sits in front of you, it is cooking on the heated lava stone. If the steak is a bit under-cooked for your liking, simply slice off a piece and let it COOK on the lava serving platter! It also comes with zucchini, cucumber, asparagus, mushrooms, and onion.

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MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE 7 S. Mickey Mantle Dr. • Okahoma City, OK 73104 405.272.0777 • mickeymantlesteakhouse.com

CAFÉ 7 • 14101 N. May Ave #117 Okahoma City, OK 73134 • 405.748.3354 cafe7okc.com

Mickey Mantle’s has been a popular staple

The greatest thing about Café 7 Pastaria and

of Bricktown in Oklahoma for years. This classic

Delicatessen isn’t just the great eats – it’s the

steakhouse has a modern feel while keeping

fact you can get such high-quality food for an

with a classy, elegant theme. The large (more

affordable price. Most of their dishes are around

than 10,000 square feet) restaurant features a

seven dollars and you can expect to get a plate

comfortable dining room, private dining areas,

that is flavorful and delicious. Café 7 also offers

a full bar and the #7 Lounge, which can be

catering services as well as the option to host

rented and used for private events. The food is

private events. The restaurant is great for special

delectable, and there simply isn’t a better place

occasions, get-togethers or business luncheons

to get a steak and a great meal while also being

on a budget.

able to watch the game or enjoy time with friends and coworkers.

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PACKARD’S NEW AMERICAN KITCHEN 201 NW 10th St. • Okahoma City, OK 73103 405.605.3771 • packardsokc.com

THE SHACK • 13801 Quail Pointe Dr. Okahoma City, OK 73134 • 405.286.5959 theshackok.com

If you are looking for a fantastic place to eat

The Oklahoma Gazette recently honored The

that is steeped in Oklahoma City’s rich history,

Shack with the title of Best Seafood in OKC,

consider spending the evening at Packard’s.

and they continue to strive for greatness. The

Located in the historic Packard Building, this

Shack offers fantastic seafood and authentic

restaurant aimed to preserve the integrity of the

Cajun dishes right in the middle of land-locked

original building while also transforming it into

Oklahoma. They serve breakfast, lunch, and

a lively, comfortable place to enjoy a meal. The

dinner and offer a full bar, as well. Ask about their

menu features American classics that use local

catering or private events.

ingredients. A few of the menu items include homemade breads and pastas. If you’re planning an event, the rooftop offers private, attractive space to host parties and gatherings.

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RUDY’S BBQ • 3437 W. Memorial Rd Okahoma City, OK 73134 • 405.254.4712 rudysbbq.com

GARBANZO • 1389 E. 15th St #116 Edmond, OK 73013 • 405.254.5055 eatgarbanzo.com

Originally opened in Texas Hill Country, Rudy

If you’re looking for authentic, great-tasting

Aue began a tradition of convenient food that

Mediterranean food, look no further than

pleases the taste buds. Starting out as a mere

Garbanzo. They prepare and bake their pita

gas station that also sold groceries, the BBQ food

bread from scratch daily and have only the

was added and Rudy’s Country Store and BBQ

best ingredients for their gyros and other

began to bring in customers. Rudy’s fresh, high-

dishes. They have smaller, healthier meals for

quality BBQ includes brisket, sausage, turkey,

an afternoon out to lunch and they can cater an

ribs, chicken and more. They also offer gift

event for 200 people.

baskets and bottled sauces and have locations all over the southwest.

CREAM CHEESE PANCAKES These pancakes are not for the calorie conscious! But they taste amazing and are super easy to make - totally worth it, right?

Ingredients: 2 c. flour (sifted) 2 tbsp. sugar 1 large egg 1 ½ - 2 c. milk 3 oz. cream cheese (softened to room temperature) 1 tbsp. butter (melted) ½ tsp. vanilla Directions: • Combine the flour and sugar in a large bowl and make a well in the center.

• In a different mixing bowl, beat the egg. Add 1 ½ to 2 cups of milk, depending on consistency desired, then add cream cheese, butter, and vanilla.

• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until blended. Allow the batter to remain slightly lumpy.

• Heat your griddle to medium-high heat. These pancakes are a bit thicker, so you don’t want your temperature too high or they will cook too quickly on the outside and still be batter on the inside.

Pour ¼ to 1/3 cup of batter onto the griddle and cook until golden-brown on the bottom and bubbly on the top. Flip the pancake over and cook until golden-brown on both sides.

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self-confidence. You will, however, be at odds with the fact you also wish to spend some quiet time alone. Family members demand more time than you can afford. Work hard in a cloistered environment for the best results, especially after the eleventh.

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 22) Disputes with friends may occur as Mars opposes you just now. In the first week of the month, straighten out your differences so that the rest of September may go smoothly and worry free. The placement of Venus in your Sun sign is excellent for smoothing over any differences of opinion and for giving you the opportunity to attract the public and to persuade them to your way of thinking.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 21) Your career continues to dominate your awareness and Mars the proactive and warring planet moves through the upper zone of your horoscope indicating a somewhat aggressive tendency in your desire to get things done. Temper this if you can as you may incur the wrath of those you want help from. This is also a dynamic period to upgrade your physical well being through some exercise regime.

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CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 19) You are lucky to meet someone like-minded who can open doors to spiritual insights in the first week of the month. Venus is lucky for you in your career zone and ushers in a new social agenda which means you can overlap your work and play.

The fifteenth to the twenty-first may be a rocky road with Pluto, Neptune and Uranus all shaking up your normal routine.

AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 18) This is a month of transformation with the new moon in your eighth zone of transformation indicating this. Sexual matters may be an underlying problem and this is evidenced by Mars transiting through your marital zone. Unless you speak about these issues they will only snowball and get worse. The tough aspect between Mars and Saturn on the ninth will bring things to a head.

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This is a quiet time with Mars moving into the secret zone of your horoscope.

Work behind the scenes for maximum results. You have a love of luxury but will spend too much. A new partnership can be formed after the nineteenth.

This is a period of the year when you can discover many new things about yourself and things, which you don't necessarily have to share with others.

This is a case of "me" time.

currently in. Some of you may become engaged or even married during this cycle.

PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20) You could make a strong impression on the people you meet particularly between the fourth and the twelfth. Any business activities, sales or marketing you are planning will yield excellent results. If you are advertising something for sale you will receive good review as well as positive feedback from others. Good karma, some sort of luck and selfsatisfaction is noted around the twenty-second to the thirtieth.

ARIES (MARCH 21 - APRIL 19) You're frustrated at work, either by your own efforts or the inability of an employer or supervisor to listen to what you have to say. You are particularly obstructed around the seventh, the seventeenth and again on the nineteenth. On these dates make yourself scarce. A holiday may be possible for you sometime after the twenty-first. It's probably perfect timing given the difficulties you may have in the earlier part of the month.

TAURUS (APRIL 20 - MAY 20) Once again the stars bless you with satisfaction in your friendships and romantic affairs. Venus enters your zone of marriage on eleventh and this is significant. Some of you may be at the start of a serious relationship or an opportunity to take greater responsibility in the relationship you are

GEMINI (MAY 21 - JUNE 20) You are on the move with Mars promising this to be a busy month. You are physically mobile but also can expect a great deal of communication.

Between the third and the eighth you can anticipate a hectic schedule. Eat well, and spend a little more time resting, as your journeys and social activities will drain you of energy.

CANCER (JUNE 21 - JULY 22) You are emotionally wired this month. Try to think with your head rather than your heart. There are some issues surrounding a love affair or children in the second week of the month and these may become more pronounced after the twenty-first.

Try to lead by example.

LEO (JULY 23 - AUGUST 22) You are creative and generous this month so be careful not to give away too much - both in terms of your ideas or your material resources. Those you are trying to help may not appreciate your efforts. Financial improvements, an increase in income or finding new ways to make money will be an important component of this month. You are clever in how you diversify your income streams. so6ix.com | SEPTEMBER 2013

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS LAURA LEIGHE BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY COVER ME BADD DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY STARS RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 6 ZERO2SIXTY BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY

TRENT TIGER CHIPS AND ALE’S NORMAN ANNIE UP RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN LOWER 40 THUNDERBIRD CASINO NORMAN CROSSLAND BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY VOODOO DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY

HANK WILLIAMS JR. September 6 Lucky Star Casino 7777 U.S. 81 Concho, OK You and your rowdy friends need to speed up if you want to see Hank Williams, Jr. at Lucky Star Casino. The only tickets left are standing room only (SRO) for the bargain price of $47.50.

Lucky Star’s venue is one of the best for SRO. The auditorium is roomy and so well laid out that there isn’t a bad place to be seated (or standing) in the house.

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NICNOS BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY STEVE CROSSLEY RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 5 SUPERFREAK DOWNTOWN GUTHRIE

MUMFORD & SONS September 6 Cottonwood Flats Guthrie, OK Grammy Award-winning English folk rock band Mumford & Sons joins the Gentlemen of the Road Tour this year. The doors open at 5 p.m. and you’re welcome to bring your children under five years of age at no charge at all. All tickets are general admission; there is no assigned seating.

Two-day passes are available for the whole musical enchilada for a mere $109.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS SQUADLIVE LOUIE’S ON THE LAKE OKLAHOMA CITY LAURA LEIGHE NONNA’S OKLAHOMA CITY DEREK HARRIS ACOUSTIC RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & GARY JOHNSON SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY AVENUE TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY BRANDON JACKSON TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 7 KEVIN JAMES ROSE STATE COLLEGE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER MIDWEST CITY THE MARK BRADLEY BAND BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY

RICK JAWNSUN CHIPS AND ALE’S NORMAN STARS RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN SHAKERS OF SALT AKINS NATURAL FOOD MARKET OKLAHOMA CITY BEN BROCK LIVE AKINS NATURAL FOOD MARKET OKLAHOMA CITY CROSSLAND BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY ELECTRIC AVENUE DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY STEPHEN SPEAKS RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY LAURA LEIGHE RUSSELL’S OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

MÖTLEY CRÜE September 13 OKC Downtown Airpark 1701 S. Western Ave Oklahoma City, OK The OKC Downtown Airpark has recently been completely renovated and is now Oklahoma City’s newest music venue. Safe, clean, and thoroughly refurbished, the Airpark brings all genres of music and fun for all ages. Bring a picnic blanket and let Motley Crue rock you. General admission tickets are available for $46 and you can upgrade to Express for $56. VIP treatment comes at a very reasonable $128.50.

WEEZER September 13 Lucky Star Casino 7777 U.S. 81 Concho, OK It’s reserved seating only for Weezer, one of the darlings of the alternative rock scene. Tickets start at $42.50 and VIP tickets are available for only $125. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts promptly at 8 p.m. Check your ‘raditude’ ‘cause you know this band will never let you down.

SEPTEMBER 8 MONSTER ENERGY PRESENTS CARNIVAL OF MADNESS ZOO AMPHITHEATRE OKLAHOMA CITY TECH N9NE DIAMOND BALLROOM OKLAHOMA CITY EDGAR CRUZ SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 10 GRANT WELLS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 11 HALESTORM DIAMOND BALLROOM OKLAHOMA CITY

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS JOHN RILEY ROCK SHOW TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 15 EDGAR CRUZ SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 17 GRANT WELLS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 18 THE WEATHERMEN BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY BLAKE HENDERSON & THE SATELLITE BULLS DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY STEVE CROSSLEY RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 19 JOHN HIATT & THE COMBOS AND STEVE EARLE BRADY THEATER TULSA AVENUE BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY DRIVE DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY TIME MACHINE RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 20 1964: THE TRIBUTE HUDSON PERFORMANCE HALL OKLAHOMA CITY HOSTY DUO BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY GROOVE MERCHANTS UCO JAZZ LAB EDMOND

DAUGHTRY September 19 Riverwind Casino 1544 Oklahoma 9 Norman, OK SEPTEMBER 13 TRAVIS TRITT RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN THE GROWNUPS BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY BRANDON JACKSON CHIPS AND ALE’S NORMAN SUPERFREAK DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY MATT BLAGG RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & GARY JOHNSON SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY LAURA LEIGH TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY MELISSA BRETHAUER TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY

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SEPTEMBER 14 THE NIGHTLIGHTERS WITH BAT-OR KALO BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY DEREK HARRIS ACOUSTIC CHIPS & ALE’S NORMAN JIM THE ELEPHANT BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY CROSSLAND DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY LAURA LEIGHE NONNA’S OKLAHOMA CITY AARON NEWMAN DUO RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY THE WEATHERMEN BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY

LEE BRICE September 20 Riverwind Casino 1544 Oklahoma 9 Norman, OK

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A DAY TO REMEMBER September 25 Cox Business Center 1 Myriad Gardens Oklahoma City, OK PLANXTY MURPHY CHIPS AND ALE’S NORMAN SQUADLIVE DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY BANANA SEAT LOUIE’S ON THE LAKE OKLAHOMA CITY AARON NEWMAN DUO RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & GARY JOHNSON SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY 2AM TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 21 2AM BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY ERIC DUNCAN CHIPS AND ALE’S OKLAHOMA CITY AVENUE DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY STEPHEN SPEAKS RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 22 EDGAR CRUZ SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 24 GRANT WELLS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 25 WHO’S JOE FAZZIO RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST DAVID MORRIS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 26 100 BONES BAND BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY LIFE OF THE PARTY BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY CHINATOWN RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY SUPERFREAK REMINGTON PARK OKLAHOMA CITY

PIANIST TARA DILLARD SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 27 MOJO MEN BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY TYLER SMITH CHIPS AND ALE’S NORMAN M.I.C. BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY GROOVE MERCHANTS DAN O’BRIENS OKLAHOMA CITY AVENUE OKC ZOO OKLAHOMA CITY MATT BLAGG RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANISTS CHRISTIAN PEARSON & GARY JOHNSON SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

LEWIS BLACK September 27 Rose State College Performing Arts Center 6420 SE 15th St Midwest City, OK

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS BEN BROCK LIVE TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 28 OKC PHILHARMONIC PRESENTS: OPENING NIGHT FEATURING ANDREW VON OEYEN CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY CRASH RANDOM BELLE ISLE BREWERY OKLAHOMA CITY ERIC TAYLOR CHIPS AND ALE’S NORMAN

JASON YOUNG BAND RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN 2AM BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY DEREK HARRIS ACOUSTIC RED ROCK OKLAHOMA CITY PIANIST GRANT STEVENS SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY SEPTEMBER 29 EDGAR CRUZ SKIRVIN HILTON HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY

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CLEVELAND COUNTY FREE FAIR CLEVELAND COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS NORMAN

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FIRST FRIDAY SHAWNEE MAIN ST SHAWNEE WESTERN DAYS 1201 N MUSTANG RD MUSTANG FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK PASEO ARTS DISTRICT OKLAHOMA CITY GENTLEMEN OF THE ROAD GUTHRIE STOPOVER COTTONWOOD FLATS GUTHRIE

SEPTEMBER 7

STAMPEDE CAR SHOW MUSTANG CENTER MUSTANG

SEPTEMBER 12

CHOCTAW OKTOBERFEST 2001 N HARPER RD CHOCTAW ARTS FESTIVAL OKLAHOMA OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 4

OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR PARK OKLAHOMA CITY OKLAHOMA SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK PRESENTS: KING LEAR MYRIAD BOTANICAL GARDENS WATER STAGE OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 13

2ND FRIDAY CIRCUIT OF ART NORMANS ARTS DISTRICT NORMAN LIVE ON THE PLAZA NW 16TH BETWEEN CLASSEN & PENN AVE OKLAHOMA CITY

CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS PRESENTS: WICKED CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY

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OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONALS DRAG BOAT RACING OKLAHOMA RIVER OKLAHOMA CITY

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GUTHRIE ROAD CELEBRATION CAR SHOW MINERAL WELLS PARK GUTHRIE

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SPORTS SEPTEMBER 1

OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS MEMPHIS REDBIRDS CHICKASAW BRICKTOWN BALLPARK OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 2 OKLAHOMA CITY REDHAWKS VS MEMPHIS REDBIRDS CHICKASAW BRICKTOWN BALLPARK OKLAHOMA CITY

SEPTEMBER 7

HOT MAMAS RUN & BABY PARADE MITCH PARK EDMOND

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DAY OUT WITH THOMAS OKLAHOMA RAILWAY MUSEUM OKLAHOMA CITY ROCK ISLAND ARTS FESTIVAL ROCK ISLAND DEPOT CHICKASHA

SEPTEMBER 28 OU SOONERS VS WEST VIRGINIA MOUNTAINEERS GAYLORD FAMILY OKLAHOMA MEMORIAL STADIUM NORMAN

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BISON BICYCLE CLASSIC OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY SHAWNEE FORT RENO CANDLELIGHT TOUR HISTORIC FORT RENO EL RENO PLAZA DISTRICT FESTIVAL PLAZA DISTRICT OKLAHOMA CITY RESCUE ME 5K RUN MINERAL WELLS PARK GUTHRIE DOWNTOWN EDMOND ART CRAWL HISTORIC DOWNTOWN EDMOND EDMOND ULTIMATE GLADIATOR DASH 3501 NE 10TH ST OKLAHOMA CITY

OU SOONERS VS TULSA GOLDEN HURRICANE GAYLORD FAMILY OKLAHOMA MEMORIAL STADIUM NORMAN

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JAMICIA WYLIE Jamicia Wylie is the buyer and manager of Gil’s Clothing & Denim Bar on Western Avenue in Oklahoma City. Gil’s is a locally owned, contemporary clothing and denim boutique with the largest designer denim selection in the state. This year marks Jamicia’s twentieth year with Gil’s Clothing. Always street smart about fashion, she loves her job helping people with their denim and clothing issues. Every day is different as well as fun and satisfying. Jamicia has a passion for denim and is often referred to as the “Jean Queen” by those who have shopped at Gil’s throughout the years. She knows that trying on jeans can be a stressful experience for many people. Jamicia loves making the denim shopping experience fun and easy. Known by her infectious laugh and wonderful smile, she offers her customers a clothing boutique experience that is truly personal and comfortable without the intimidation and stuffy atmosphere so often associated with boutiques.

Jamicia travels to different markets to bring the best styles to her customers and to Oklahoma City. She loves finding the next cool trend and refers to her buying trips as “mini vacations”. She feels that being a fashion clothing buyer is a dream job! What girl wouldn’t want to get paid to shop?

An Edmond native, Jamicia’s degree in marketing from the University of Central Oklahoma provided a business-focused background, which she believes contributed to the success in her career. She works hard to keep the clothing prices at Gil’s competitive, a critical element in today’s retail environment.

Jamicia credits Gil and Janet Mitchell for giving her the opportunity to do what she loves. She has a very supportive husband who always picks up the slack at home. Both of her children literally grew up in the store. In fact, on some Saturdays you may see her nine-yearold daughter, Sydnie, “working” with her mom.

Jamicia is thankful for all of her long-time customers who she considers lifetime friends who have made such a contribution to her life.

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JACOB PEREGRIN Jacob Peregrin is the men’s clothing buyer and operator for Blue Seven, a locally owned department style shop in OKC. Blue Seven offers men’s and women’s apparel, home décor, gifts and local products. Jacob graduated rom the University of Oklahoma in 2009 and took a summer job at Blue Seven before starting law school at OU. After working two internships at different law firms, he had an understanding of the business but not much of an interest. Blue Seven offered a creative and free atmosphere, allowing Jacob to share his personal talents while helping grow the store.

When the first week of law school came around, Jacob decided to attend the Vegas apparel market instead as a buyer for Blue Seven. “This made mom proud,” he added.

Since then, life has not slowed down. “The job allows me to wear so many different hats,” Jacob said. “There is always something fresh and dynamic happening.” Many of his responsibilities include picking out brands for the store, ordering appropriate styles for the season, keeping track of sales and reorders, event and social media planning and interacting with customers.

Jacob describes Blue Seven as more of a twenty-person family than a work environment.

He highly values the shoppers who he compares to as friends.

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