Elizabeth WellingtonWhat I DoAs a columnist, I write about gender, race, fashion, culture and wellness. I share my personal take on the way we live and how we style our lives.(215) 854-2704How is this Eagles fan keeping the faith? By churning out Billy Joel parodies Content creator and Hamilton native Robert Williams III's videos have garnered many fans. Including Questlove, State Rep. Joanna McClinton, and even the famously estranged Hall and OatesElizabeth Wellington Jan. 10, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhiladelphia’s latest fashion craze? A coat inspired by Kalaya’s Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon. And her dogs.In sustainable fashion brand Lobo Mau's latest swinging offering, Peggy Guggenheim meets Chef Nok meets Pomeranians.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 31, 2025Link copied to clipboardMove over Versace, Taylor Swift debuted her first outfit ‘that goes hard’ at age 11 before a Sixers game A red duster, an American Flag top, and white pants was the tween's outfit of choice, the Berks County native revealed on "The Late Show."Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardJoan Shepp named one of the best clothing shops in the country by the New York TimesThe eponymous store was founded by its owner in 1971 and was arguably Philadelphia's first concept boutiqueElizabeth Wellington Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard‘It’s Always Sunny’ star Rob Mac will create and star in a ‘Far Cry’ video game adaptation for HuluThe show, based on the first-person shooter video game, will feature different cast and setting each season. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboardThe CROWN Act gets closer to protecting Pennsylvanians from being fired for wearing Afros, braids, or locs The act especially impacts Black men and women who are required to cut or straighten their natural hair, often using heat and harmful chemicals.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboardRuth E. Carter’s AAMP exhibit shows how her genius has shaped Black America’s image Her “Afrofuturism in Costume Design” show is making its longest stop in Philadelphia, with a special appearance from Michael B. Jordan's clothes from "Sinners."Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardWhat was the first city-sponsored New Year’s Day procession in America? The answer lies in Philly.The Mummers Parade, with all its boisterousness, is an annual nod to Philly's immigrant communities. And has a rich history of communities coming together to celebrate the new year.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboardAmerica’s 250th birthday is the moment Philly museums have been waiting for Cultural institutions are planning America's biggest bashes. Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard‘Eat a cheesesteak’: Will Smith’s advice to a younger Will on ‘Bel-Air’ is the perfect ending to the seriesThe show's Will (played by Jabari Banks) is returning to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania. The older Will has some tips.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboardWhat do you think Taylor Swift’s wedding dress should look like?And what about Travis Kelce’s outfit?Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboardHow to have a perfect Philly day, according to author Diane McKinney WhetstoneIt includes a lot of walking, a visit to "the Frankie," and some first-class fresh seafood.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 22, 2025Link copied to clipboardThe best things we ate this weekAn extraordinary burger from an oyster bar, crispy chicken cutlet at a new Sansom Street 'dive,' and tasty olive oil cake from a local caterer.Craig LaBan, Michael Klein, and Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboardPhilly’s Ralph Rucci is the winner of the Council of Fashion Design’s Geoffrey Beene lifetime achievement awardRalph Rucci received the prestigious award along with celebrities A$AP Rocky and Ralph Lauren.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 6, 2025Link copied to clipboardAmerica’s first balloon ride happened right here in Philly, the birthplace of American aeronauticsWith Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Adams, and George Washington in the audience, an American first took place where the Athenæum now stands.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboardHarriett’s Bookshop among bookstores receiving a $500 Christmas bonus from James PattersonThe bestselling author has been doling out cash to bookstores since 2015. “Publishing and publishers as we’ve known them are at stake," he said.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardWhite is the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year. They say the choice isn’t political. Standing here on the brink of 2026, I say Cloud Dancer as Color of the Year is an eerily spot-on harbinger the direction of American politics under Trump. Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboardInside the Philly traveling museum where Black collectors finally take the spotlightMuseums routinely curate exhibitions centering collectors’ works but this traveling art museum is a unicorn. Its "walls" are solely dedicated to the collections of Black collectors. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboardColman Domingo will deliver Temple University’s commencement speech next MayThe West Philly born actor, who studied journalism at Temple before dropping out to pursue acting, will also receive an honorary degree.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboardPhiladelphia’s Holiday Tree is in town and Ashanti will sing at its lighting ceremonyR&B star Ashanti will headline Philadelphia’s annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Dec. 4 at City Hall, joined by local performers and broadcast live on 6ABC.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
How is this Eagles fan keeping the faith? By churning out Billy Joel parodies Content creator and Hamilton native Robert Williams III's videos have garnered many fans. Including Questlove, State Rep. Joanna McClinton, and even the famously estranged Hall and OatesElizabeth Wellington Jan. 10, 2026Link copied to clipboard
How is this Eagles fan keeping the faith? By churning out Billy Joel parodies Content creator and Hamilton native Robert Williams III's videos have garnered many fans. Including Questlove, State Rep. Joanna McClinton, and even the famously estranged Hall and OatesElizabeth Wellington Jan. 10, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s latest fashion craze? A coat inspired by Kalaya’s Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon. And her dogs.In sustainable fashion brand Lobo Mau's latest swinging offering, Peggy Guggenheim meets Chef Nok meets Pomeranians.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 31, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s latest fashion craze? A coat inspired by Kalaya’s Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon. And her dogs.In sustainable fashion brand Lobo Mau's latest swinging offering, Peggy Guggenheim meets Chef Nok meets Pomeranians.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 31, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Move over Versace, Taylor Swift debuted her first outfit ‘that goes hard’ at age 11 before a Sixers game A red duster, an American Flag top, and white pants was the tween's outfit of choice, the Berks County native revealed on "The Late Show."Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Move over Versace, Taylor Swift debuted her first outfit ‘that goes hard’ at age 11 before a Sixers game A red duster, an American Flag top, and white pants was the tween's outfit of choice, the Berks County native revealed on "The Late Show."Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joan Shepp named one of the best clothing shops in the country by the New York TimesThe eponymous store was founded by its owner in 1971 and was arguably Philadelphia's first concept boutiqueElizabeth Wellington Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joan Shepp named one of the best clothing shops in the country by the New York TimesThe eponymous store was founded by its owner in 1971 and was arguably Philadelphia's first concept boutiqueElizabeth Wellington Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard
‘It’s Always Sunny’ star Rob Mac will create and star in a ‘Far Cry’ video game adaptation for HuluThe show, based on the first-person shooter video game, will feature different cast and setting each season. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
‘It’s Always Sunny’ star Rob Mac will create and star in a ‘Far Cry’ video game adaptation for HuluThe show, based on the first-person shooter video game, will feature different cast and setting each season. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 26, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The CROWN Act gets closer to protecting Pennsylvanians from being fired for wearing Afros, braids, or locs The act especially impacts Black men and women who are required to cut or straighten their natural hair, often using heat and harmful chemicals.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The CROWN Act gets closer to protecting Pennsylvanians from being fired for wearing Afros, braids, or locs The act especially impacts Black men and women who are required to cut or straighten their natural hair, often using heat and harmful chemicals.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 20, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Ruth E. Carter’s AAMP exhibit shows how her genius has shaped Black America’s image Her “Afrofuturism in Costume Design” show is making its longest stop in Philadelphia, with a special appearance from Michael B. Jordan's clothes from "Sinners."Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Ruth E. Carter’s AAMP exhibit shows how her genius has shaped Black America’s image Her “Afrofuturism in Costume Design” show is making its longest stop in Philadelphia, with a special appearance from Michael B. Jordan's clothes from "Sinners."Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
What was the first city-sponsored New Year’s Day procession in America? The answer lies in Philly.The Mummers Parade, with all its boisterousness, is an annual nod to Philly's immigrant communities. And has a rich history of communities coming together to celebrate the new year.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboard
What was the first city-sponsored New Year’s Day procession in America? The answer lies in Philly.The Mummers Parade, with all its boisterousness, is an annual nod to Philly's immigrant communities. And has a rich history of communities coming together to celebrate the new year.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboard
America’s 250th birthday is the moment Philly museums have been waiting for Cultural institutions are planning America's biggest bashes. Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard
America’s 250th birthday is the moment Philly museums have been waiting for Cultural institutions are planning America's biggest bashes. Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard
‘Eat a cheesesteak’: Will Smith’s advice to a younger Will on ‘Bel-Air’ is the perfect ending to the seriesThe show's Will (played by Jabari Banks) is returning to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania. The older Will has some tips.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
‘Eat a cheesesteak’: Will Smith’s advice to a younger Will on ‘Bel-Air’ is the perfect ending to the seriesThe show's Will (played by Jabari Banks) is returning to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania. The older Will has some tips.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
What do you think Taylor Swift’s wedding dress should look like?And what about Travis Kelce’s outfit?Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
What do you think Taylor Swift’s wedding dress should look like?And what about Travis Kelce’s outfit?Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
How to have a perfect Philly day, according to author Diane McKinney WhetstoneIt includes a lot of walking, a visit to "the Frankie," and some first-class fresh seafood.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 22, 2025Link copied to clipboard
How to have a perfect Philly day, according to author Diane McKinney WhetstoneIt includes a lot of walking, a visit to "the Frankie," and some first-class fresh seafood.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 22, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The best things we ate this weekAn extraordinary burger from an oyster bar, crispy chicken cutlet at a new Sansom Street 'dive,' and tasty olive oil cake from a local caterer.Craig LaBan, Michael Klein, and Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The best things we ate this weekAn extraordinary burger from an oyster bar, crispy chicken cutlet at a new Sansom Street 'dive,' and tasty olive oil cake from a local caterer.Craig LaBan, Michael Klein, and Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 15, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Philly’s Ralph Rucci is the winner of the Council of Fashion Design’s Geoffrey Beene lifetime achievement awardRalph Rucci received the prestigious award along with celebrities A$AP Rocky and Ralph Lauren.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 6, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Philly’s Ralph Rucci is the winner of the Council of Fashion Design’s Geoffrey Beene lifetime achievement awardRalph Rucci received the prestigious award along with celebrities A$AP Rocky and Ralph Lauren.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 6, 2025Link copied to clipboard
America’s first balloon ride happened right here in Philly, the birthplace of American aeronauticsWith Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Adams, and George Washington in the audience, an American first took place where the Athenæum now stands.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
America’s first balloon ride happened right here in Philly, the birthplace of American aeronauticsWith Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Adams, and George Washington in the audience, an American first took place where the Athenæum now stands.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Harriett’s Bookshop among bookstores receiving a $500 Christmas bonus from James PattersonThe bestselling author has been doling out cash to bookstores since 2015. “Publishing and publishers as we’ve known them are at stake," he said.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Harriett’s Bookshop among bookstores receiving a $500 Christmas bonus from James PattersonThe bestselling author has been doling out cash to bookstores since 2015. “Publishing and publishers as we’ve known them are at stake," he said.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
White is the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year. They say the choice isn’t political. Standing here on the brink of 2026, I say Cloud Dancer as Color of the Year is an eerily spot-on harbinger the direction of American politics under Trump. Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard
White is the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year. They say the choice isn’t political. Standing here on the brink of 2026, I say Cloud Dancer as Color of the Year is an eerily spot-on harbinger the direction of American politics under Trump. Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Inside the Philly traveling museum where Black collectors finally take the spotlightMuseums routinely curate exhibitions centering collectors’ works but this traveling art museum is a unicorn. Its "walls" are solely dedicated to the collections of Black collectors. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Inside the Philly traveling museum where Black collectors finally take the spotlightMuseums routinely curate exhibitions centering collectors’ works but this traveling art museum is a unicorn. Its "walls" are solely dedicated to the collections of Black collectors. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Colman Domingo will deliver Temple University’s commencement speech next MayThe West Philly born actor, who studied journalism at Temple before dropping out to pursue acting, will also receive an honorary degree.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Colman Domingo will deliver Temple University’s commencement speech next MayThe West Philly born actor, who studied journalism at Temple before dropping out to pursue acting, will also receive an honorary degree.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 21, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s Holiday Tree is in town and Ashanti will sing at its lighting ceremonyR&B star Ashanti will headline Philadelphia’s annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Dec. 4 at City Hall, joined by local performers and broadcast live on 6ABC.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s Holiday Tree is in town and Ashanti will sing at its lighting ceremonyR&B star Ashanti will headline Philadelphia’s annual Tree Lighting Celebration on Dec. 4 at City Hall, joined by local performers and broadcast live on 6ABC.Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard