When Danielle Luartes, owner of Greenwood boutique Tweed, and local eco-friendly designer Lizzie Parker met a year ago, each recognized a kindred spirit in the other. They share the same ideas about who their customers are, how clothes should fit and how much they should cost. After three months of collaborating, Luartes and Parker have opened the
Lizzie Parker Eco-Atelier store within Tweed. The shop features a mini
collection called Pieces of Eight, which was born of the idea that
despite tough economic times, women want to look their best and shop
their conscience (organic fabrics, local manufacturing), but are
looking for more bang for their buck.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 17, 2008
Each season, Hitchcock in Madrona dramatically changes its look. The enigmatic little accessories shop will unveil its latest transformation at a celebration of autumn and new arrivals on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. Along with champagne and noshes, attendees will receive a cosmetic gift with each purchase.
By Kathy Schultz | November 14, 2008
The annual Goodwill Glitter Sale is always a bargain-busting good time, and a great opportunity for cash-strapped shoppers to get all gussied up for holiday parties. This year's sale will take place Nov. 15 and 16 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Seattle Goodwill, 1400 S. Lane St.
By Kathy Schultz | November 13, 2008
Capitol Hill shop Retail Therapy knows just the right cards to play to entice shoppers. On Nov. 13 at 7 p.m., owner Wazhma Samizay will host a girl's night out extravaganza, with yummy treats, sparkling beverages, a new shipment of clothes, shoes and jewelry, and to top it all off, an acoustic performance by Rob Marcus, a local musician who is, shall we say, easy on the eyes.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 12, 2008
I first encountered Kristen Loffer Theiss' work a few years ago at Lucca on Ballard Avenue. Her thread drawings of an owl, a crow and a nest full of eggs stopped me cold. They were little works of art for the sofa, perched on plump throw pillows. After learning that Theiss "drew" those evocative images freehand in one continuous motion using a sewing machine, I was even more impressed.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 11, 2008
It's not easy to tell the difference between Oh Bella women's clothing resale boutique in Seattle's Roosevelt neighborhood and a pastry shop in Paris. A glance in the window reveals mouth-watering confections, like a three-layer cake of high-heeled shoes, a pair of dark chocolate Ferragamo riding boots, a caramel suede skirt and a burnt-sugar, 100-percent silk pashmina.
By Sheryl Wiser | November 10, 2008
Ballard's newest boutique, Asher Anson, has many things going for it -- not the least of which is its location. It's situated in the old Ben and Jerry's space, smack dab in the middle of Market Street, the perfect spot from which to lure style-conscious Ballardites on their way to a cupcake, coffee or a movie.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 7, 2008
The new greeting cards from Seattle stationery company Banana Blossom Press were created for both fair-weather runners, and the rain-or-shine variety of runners, walkers and fitness fiends who suffer through blisters, aching muscles and long miles in the rain to reach their goal, their personal best or their bliss.
By Monica Fischer | November 6, 2008
Flourishing fashion destination Portland may be home to Leanne Marshall, the newly crowned fifth-season winner of "Project Runway," but Seattle continues to be a thriving city for independent design. On Nov. 6, some of the brightest stars in Seattle's constellation of young designers will show their work at "Get YR Fash On," a runway event at Mission in West Seattle.
By Alison Brownrigg | November 5, 2008
With its light-filled space, white faux-porcelain chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling velvet drapes, Turquoise Boutique is a treasure trove of stylish apparel and accessories -- without the budget-busting price tags.
By Sheryl Wiser | November 3, 2008
