Short of cash or tired of spending $80 for a haircut? The hip Belltown salon Vain offers $15 haircuts most days for walk-ins.
By Kathy Schultz | October 20, 2006
Does the thought of baring your less-than-perfect legs or sunless décolletage influence your choice of sexy party dresses? Then meet your new best friend: Body Bling by Scott Barnes ($49). This moisturizing, shimmering body lotion is infinitely better than a self-tanner. It goes on smoothly, stays on, and washes off. I like it better than a spray tan, too – it saves time and money.
By Kathy Schultz | October 18, 2006
This new shop is the answer to all your gift-wrapping problems. Whether you're all thumbs when it comes to presenting a pretty gift or you need new greeting cards, invitations or note cards, swee swee has it all wrapped up.
By Kathy Schultz | October 12, 2006
Girls who want great-fitting jeans should check out Pine IV, a line of denim out of Redmond.
By Kathy Schultz | October 10, 2006
Long-time friends Garris and White took their friendship and shared love of fashion to the next step by opening a neighborhood boutique that serves the community with eclectic offerings: stylish clothes for young girls and moms, maternity wear, baby clothes, comfy pajamas, sexy lingerie, casual accessories, jewelry and fancy dog collars.
By Kathy Schultz | October 6, 2006
I opted for the standard closet rescue and wardrobe update for $600. The process generally takes three hours, and additional consultations are $100 an hour (a bargain considering the prices of some consultants!). It starts with a thorough questionnaire you fill out on your own time followed by a one-on-one review with Howard. "I like to access a client's attributes and keep those in mind when going through a wardrobe. I want to make sure they're connected," she says.
By Kathy Schultz | October 4, 2006
The kitchenware and gadget emporium owned by Carol Bromel in University Village quietly flies under the radar, but you can depend on it whether you need a set of martini glasses, a festive tablecloth, a kitchen clock or a cooking tip. It's celebrating its 30th year in business this month with specials, giveaways and demonstrations.
By Kathy Schultz | September 29, 2006
Nancy, Schmancy, Fancy+Pants -- there's a lot happening on this short block on Second Avenue. The newest shop is Nancy, a tiny gallery and gift shop owned by artists Kate Greiner and Aaron Murray, who are husband and wife.
By Kathy Schultz | September 27, 2006
Once they got on a roll making hand-knit headwear and machine-knit beanies, they expanded to more fashionable styles including newsboy caps, driver caps, fedoras, derbies and military inspired caps. The team is adamant about good design with interesting details made from quality materials. They use a variety of fabrics including cashmere, acrylic blends and wools. Many hats are unisex, but some are made specifically for women or men. There is often a crossover. "A lot of the guys will pick up the women's hats and vice versa," says Scheuffele.
By Kathy Schultz | September 22, 2006
In the context of Eric Akines' new boutique on First Avenue, the term "polite society" refers to the quality and tradition of first rate goods. Indeed, that's what you'll find here among the urban decor of canted steel girders, artsy columns and walls stamped with ants to form repetitive patterns. Akines has amassed a wealth of fashion-forward clothing and accessories for men and women, as well as antique and modern home furnishings from around the world.
By Kathy Schultz | September 20, 2006
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