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Want to find some fun, new flip flops? Duck dive into Coastal Surf Boutique. With walls of "barely there" beach shoes and brightly colored bikinis, this So-Cal-style boutique fits right into the beach-town scene on the only true boardwalk in Seattle — Alki Beach.

Featuring surf, skate and snow sportswear depending on the season, Coastal offers men's and women's street wear for an active lifestyle with brands like Billabong, Da Kine, Element, Nikita, Roxy and Ride. In spring and summer months you'll find board shorts, swimwear, minis, tanks and T's as well as stylie sunglasses and hip beach hats. And for those who really want to dive into the beach scene, shoppers can hop onto one of Coastal's Del Sol beach cruiser bikes and hit the Alki bike trail (or wheel your bags back to the car). The shop rents out these classic comfort bikes for $7 per hour or $40 per day during sunny summer months.

Come fall and winter, Coastal cozies up to cute hoodies and cords. And the focus shifts from sunshine to snow with snowboard-inspired coats and beanies at this beachside boutique.

But don't let the "boutique" name throw you, as Coastal prices won't wipe out your wallet. The store sells mid-range apparel and offers shoppers value through frequent "gift with purchase" promos and sale events when you subscribe to the e-mail list.

So whether you're searching for the perfect pair of summer slippers, or you'd simply like to shop with a scenic backdrop while taking in the salt air and views of the Olympics, hang 10 without spending hundreds at Coastal.

By Lori Hinton
Special to NWsource