Daily Find
South Lake Union's Vida Wellness Spa just might be my favorite new spa. It scores big points for offering Ayurvedic treatments, an infrared sauna, three rooms for couples and a spacious but cozy fireplace-warmed lounge. Oh, and did I mention a great location? It's in the 200 Westlake complex, across the courtyard from the swanky Pan Pacific hotel and right upstairs from Whole Foods Market.
By Kathy Schultz | May 30, 2008
Daily Find
The salon that launched a thousand bobs has settled into a new flagship location at Pacific Place. Formerly located on Seventh Avenue adjacent to the Grand Hyatt Hotel, trendsetting salon Seven has been a hair hot spot since 2003, boasting some of the most well-trained stylists and client-pleasing results in the city.
By Natalie Broulette | May 28, 2008
Convergence Zone
Even in Seattle, where Crocs line front porches like pockmarked little rubber trolls, "Sex and the City" made Manolo Blahnik a household name.
By Monica Fischer | May 22, 2008
Daily Find
A steady stream of warm herbal oil poured onto my third eye, located in the center of my forehead. This ancient Ayurvedic treatment is meant to bring psychological and spiritual balance, and heal a plethora of ills, including stress, insomnia, depression, hair loss, hormonal imbalances and headaches. All I know is that I was completely relaxed, and when the last drop of oil dripped on my forehead, I felt blissful. And very oily.
By Kathy Schultz | May 22, 2008
Convergence Zone
Through June 1, Cortiva Institute of Seattle is offering 75-minute massages with
a handful of its recent graduates -- for just $50! The goal of the
promotion is to help the newly licensed massage therapists jump-start
their practices.
By Monica Fischer | May 2, 2008
In the Pacific Northwest pampering and "going green" aren't mutually exclusive. This year, Spa Week (April 14-20) gives those who normally...
By Heather Larson | April 3, 2008
Daily Find
The Eastside may not readily come to mind when you think of an antidote
to the stress and hubbub of daily life. But what if you discovered --
in the midst of Bellevue's myriad jackhammers, rising office towers and
extravagant retail canyon -- an escape to peace?
By Scout Colmant | March 17, 2008
Convergence Zone
Independently owned spa and boutique Spa Scotta has left University Village, but they haven't gone far. Their new digs can be found at the nearby Northcut Landing, just across the street from the open-air mall. According to owner Jessica Campbell, it was important to keep the spa in the same neighborhood, easing the transition for clientele.
By Natalie Broulette | February 15, 2008
Seattle Style File
New fashions, home furnishings, beauty products and great gifts are trickling into local shops, promising a veritable flood of style in the coming months. This is just the beginning of what promises to be a very fashionable fall.
By Kathy Schultz | December 10, 2007
