13th Annual Boston Volvo 5k Road Race

Thanksgiving is coming up next week. I am sure that most people will have plans on that day. Spending time with family and friends, having a big Thanksgiving feast, traveling, or simply just relaxing at home, or maybe do something meaningful. The 13th Annual Boston Volvo 5k Road Race will take place next Thursday, November 25 from 9am to 11am. Registration starts at 7:30 am. So there's plenty time left before the Thanksgiving feast. It costs $20 for runners to register online before November 22. After that registration fee will cost $25 for on-site registration. Runners will be helping to raise money to cure Multiple Sclerosis. There will be prizes for the top finishers. Another bonus: running helps you to burn calories before the big Thanksgiving feast at night. Feel free to leave comments for the event and we would also like to hear what's your plans for Thanksgiving Day.

Location: Boston Volvo Village
                 75 North Beacon St. 
                 Boston, MA 02134 

 Phone: (617) 778-0522

To find out more info on the race, please visithttp://main.nationalmssociety.org/volvo5k

Preppy Meets Chic on Newbury Street: Jack Wills in Boston

         
Word to the wise: Rugby might want to consider their options about subletting their space on Newbury Street before they're forced to swallow a foaming pitcher of defeat; for Jack Wills is in town.....

All Access Boston contributor Grace and I recently had the pleasure of getting to chat with Ben Jones, Marketing and Event assistant for Jack Wills, and Jack Wills Seasonnaire Red Rainey (both of whom  were so chill and easygoing, and couldn't have been nicer about welcoming us to the store)  about the opening of Jack Wills in Boston and about the concept behind the outrageously popular British clothier and lifestyle brand.  For those of you not yet acquainted with the name, London’s resident “University Outfitter” has marked its territory here in Boston (and on the Vineyard and Nantucket) and has seemingly won the affection of New England college students alike.  Including, yours truly ;).  Step into the store and you’ll immediately feel inspired to fulfill the wants and needs of the urban prepster inside all most of us.  While no doubt (and rightfully so) anyone affiliated with the brand laments at the inevitable Ralph Lauren Rugby comparison, it’s admittedly hard for my mind not to immediately revert to that.

However, I would say to any unfamiliar admirer of Jack Wills that the key attribute differentiating the latter from the former is AUTHENTICITY.  It’s funny, when thinking about how to write my reviews/thoughts on the brand, I couldn’t help but equate the name as just that, a brand and not merely a clothing designer. Jack Wills truly is a lifestyle brand that whole-heartedly and sincerely embodies all the accoutrements of the ever-enjoyable collegiate lifestyle.  From the very design and layout of the physical stores and the visual merchandise which include broken beer bottles and shattered glass to resemble the aftermath of one kickass party that I wish I had attended, to the various ingenious marketing initiatives they set forth [they’re rumored to have hosted a beer pong tourney on the Vineyard this past summer to connect and interact with current and potential future brand loyalists (read: genius idea)], to the incredibly laid back and stylish people they have working the floor in their stores [of course, I'm also partial to charming men with British accents and seemingly impeccable style (who isn't partial to that??)-so I'm sure that didn't hurt in the formation of my views…]; these people seem to have got it down to an exact science on how to successfully create a brand AND following.  After visiting the store and exhaustively browsing their official website and all related social media sites (if you've watched any of their vids on youtube of past JW Seasonnaire antics, you'll further empathize with my conclusion); I legitimately want to live the “Jack Wills” life.  Not to demote Rugby or anything, but when I walk into a Rugby boutique, I don’t leave feeling inspired to embrace all that comes with the name-I leave satisfied (nonetheless) with a new tweed blazer or monogrammed sweater. (and maybe the urge to re-watch an old Harry Potter flick?)

Ahhh, and of course, then comes the clothes.  Not only are their designs cute and functional, they're also constructed of the highest quality materials and combine the perfect mixture of sophistication/style/and arrogance embedded in the designs to create classic, timeless pieces. Want to pretend for a day that you’re getting dressed for day school again (minus the hideously ill-fitting uniforms)? They’ve got the goods for you to indulge in that, as well as the perfect knit to pair with your riding boots for a stroll through Boston Common on a chilly afternoon.  Their henley tee’s and logo'd casual wear can also be used to create the perfect balanced look of hipster gone prep when paired with one of their signature blazers and a pair of their fantastically fitting jeans or one of their colorful, feminine and flirty skirts.  I could go on for days about "Head to Toe looks" Jack Wills Style--but you can head to the store and and be inspired for yourself. 

So you get it, I’ve developed a crush. An infatuation of sorts. With Jack Wills.  Just one peek inside the store and I promise you, you’ll no sooner be professing the same.

Jack Wills

Located at 179 Newbury Street, Boston.
Show your support and welcome them to the neighborhood by becoming a fan on Facebook!
Jack Wills USA

AND check them out on twitter!

Special thanks to Ben Jones and Red Rainey  for meeting with us and agreeing to be in the video! You guys were great!!

Be sure to check out Red's blog Find Red Rainey  as he makes his way through the city of Boston!

Special Nightlife Events This Weekend in Boston!

11/18

Royale- Appearance from JWoww & Vinny with DJ Deka

Revolution Rock Bar-Rock N Flow Band Audio McSwagger

Umbria- Appearance from Kayleigh Severn from Bad Girls Club

11/19

Royale-Full on Suessville

Umbria- DJ Mifo

The Greatest Bar- DJ Josh Carl with The Haus Boys

11/20

Royale-The Dancers Strike Back with DJ Erik Velez

Estate-DJ Skeet Skeet

Venu-TNG Invasion: DJ Hectik, DJ Lus, DJ Incrediboi, DJ Caoz, DJ Triple Threat, DJ ALemo

Underbar- DJ Gogos: A night of European House Bliss

Fashionably Late with styleboston at The Liberty Hotel

(Photo Courtesy: styleboston.tv)

Looking for a fashionable way to celebrate your thirsty Thursday this week?  Join styleboston at The Liberty Hotel this Thurdsay, November 18, for an exciting fashion show as they unveil the lucky winner of their "Fresh New Face" contest!  metrostyle is slated to be providing the looks you see cavorting down the catwalk, while your ears will be treated to the latest beats from local Dj Michael Savant. 

Can't make it to the show? No problem! styleboston will be streaming the entire event LIVE here!

And be sure to check out the latest from styleboston at styleboston on Twitter and styleboston on Facebook to keep up with the latest trends and fashion forward events around Boston!

Whats Hot South Shore

11/17
DJ Doubletake-Club Vivid Marshfield
John Frattassio-East Bay Plymouth Waterfront

11/19
Dick and Jane-The Charliehorse West Bridgewater
Too Loud-The Beachcomber Quincy
Chaindrive-BBC Pembroke
Woot-Club Vivid Marshfield
Crazy DJ Skip & Naragansett Beer Promo Cabby Shack Plymouth
Itchy Bean-All Seasons Halifax

11/20
Jackson Wetherbee-Venus III Hanson
Dick and Jane-The Beachcomber Quincy
JD, Billy and Ken-East Bay Plymouth waterfront
Itchy Bean- Varsity Club Quincy
2nd Chance Duo-Cabby Shack Plymouth
Flydown-BBC Pembroke

THIS WEEK IN BOSTON: (November 15th-21st)

A lot of events around Boston this week… Celtics and Bruins are switching off nights… and the Patriots host the Colts for a showdown Sunday.

Allman Brothers are coming to the Orpheum both Thurs/Fri/Sat! I see some tickets on stubhub for $60, definitely worth it.

Furthur, the remerging Dead band, headlines Friday night. They’re playing in Worchester on the same night. Also Bare Naked Ladies down in Springfield.

^classic Allman bros.

As always, feel free to post comments about any other particular shows you are excited about…

Monday, November 15^th:

Boston Bruins vs. New Jersey Devils, TD Garden, 7:00 PM

Tuesday, November 16^th:

The Expendables, House of Blues Boston, 7:00 PM

Justin Beiber(What?), TD Garden, 7:00 PM

Wednesday, November 17^th:

Boston Celtics vs. Washington Wizards, TD Garden, 7:30 PM

Thursday, November 18^th:

Allman Brothers Band, Orpheum Theatre, 7:00 PM

Boston Bruins vs. Florida Panthers, TD Garden, 7:00 PM

Friday, November 19^th

Allman Brothers Band, Orpheum Theatre, 7:00 PM

Furthur, DCU Center, Worchester, 7:00 PM

Boston Celtics vs Oklahoma Thunder, TD Garden, 7:30 PM

Boyz II Men, Showcase Live, Foxboro, 8:00 PM

Saturday, November 20^th:

Medeski, Martin, and Wood, House of Blues, 7:00 PM

Boston Bruins vs. Los Angeles Kings, TD Garden, 7:00 PM

Allman Brothers Band, Orpheum Theatre, 7:30 PM

Sunday, Novmber 21^st:

New England Patriots vs. Indiapolis Colts, 4:15 PM

Juicy Couture Friend & Family Sale Event

Juicy Couture is a casual and dressy apparel line. It is signature for the velour track suits and other clothing and accessories. Juicy Couture also provides clothes and accessories for children, babies and pets. Juicy Couture is marketed as a high-end clothing line with an affordable price, and the target market is female ages 10 from 26.

Now you can get 30% off your purchase from November 10-17.
If you like Juicy Couture, please check it out these days.

Store Information:

• Boston - NEWBURY STREET

  12 Newbury Street
  Boston , MA 02116
  
  (617) 236-5514

• Natick - NATICK COLLECTION

  1245 Worchester Street Space #3052
  Natick , MA 01760
  
  (508) 653-1021

• Wrentham - WRENTHAM VILLAGE PREMIUM OUTLETS

  1 Premium Outlet Blvd.
  Wrentham , MA 02093
  
  (508) 384-0273