Daily Find
When I recently walked into shimmering new boutique Dolce Vita, which
opened last month in Ballard, I was overwhelmed with the sense that I
had somehow been transported to L.A. -- or more specifically, West
Hollywood, where local actress Josie Bissett ran fictional "Melrose
Place" boutique Jane Mancini Designs.
By Scout Colmant | July 2, 2008
Daily Find
The casual, often colorful espadrille is the perfect shoe for spring. Iconic and timeless, it adds just the right touch of bohemian flair to the season's lighter, brighter outfits.
By Alison Brownrigg | May 1, 2008
Daily Find
If you're a fan of chic shoe boutique Mu.Shoe, but not of the drive from Seattle to Edmonds, you'll be happy to learn that your trek just got a bit shorter -- about six miles, to be exact. Owner Susan Wilson opened her second MuShoe store in Kirkland late last month.
By Natalie Bow | March 31, 2008
Daily Find
Does a pimpin' pair of sneakers make you weak in the knees? How about underground hip hop and indie rock? Provocative pop art? If you're defenseless in the face of any of these, then you should consider Triple armed and dangerous. The new Ballard shoe store functions not only as a temple to sneakers, but also a gallery for awesome art and a showcase for local music.
By Cody Ellerd | March 7, 2008
Daily Find
Any woman who has ached for relief from heels midway through the day, or who has yearned for the glam injection that comes with a few extra inches of height, should check out Camileon Heels. Available locally only at downtown boutique the Finerie, the shoes have ingenious convertible heels that go from 1 1/2 inches to 3 1/4 inches with the flick of a wrist.
By Marika McElroy | September 4, 2007
Daily Find
If it's been a while since you've been to J. Gilbert Footwear, now's the time for a return visit. The purveyor of comfortable, wearable and fashionable shoes (note the –able, meaning you're able to walk in them) is having a big, fat spring sale starting May 30.
By Kathy Schultz | May 25, 2007
Daily Find
The first hint that you're in for a treat is the amazing steel shoe sculpture on the storefront of this West Seattle shoe salon. The bow-tied pilgrim pump is the work of local artist Rachel Alber, who makes some progressive metal jewelry as well, available inside the cozy shop.
By Kathy Schultz | January 8, 2007