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I always get nervous before a big sale -- like I should've trained harder, stretched more, recruited more friends to help fend off crazed shoppers. But the Crave Spring Market Party, from noon to 4 p.m. June 1 at Seattle Center's Fisher Pavilion, is nothing to stress about, particularly since there will be plenty of opportunities for pampering.
By Jen Harper | May 23, 2008
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Last year was my first Mother's Day as a mom, and all I wanted was some sleep. This year, while I'd still like some sleep, I also want every single body-care product from Belli Motherhood, a sibling to the pregnancy and baby-care collections made by Seattle's Belli Skin Care.
By Alison Brownrigg | May 7, 2008
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Spring has a way of reinvigorating my senses. Cherry blossoms -- fluffs of vibrant pink that stand out against gray Seattle skies -- are a sight for sore eyes, and birdsong, which swells as the season unfolds, is music to my ears. Nature also provides plenty of sweet scents this time of year, but I find myself craving products that are not only fragrant, but that will leave my dry winter skin soft to the touch.
By Alison Brownrigg | May 5, 2008
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Recently, a friend of mine informed me that my pug smells like a Caesar salad. With anchovies.
By Alison Brownrigg | April 16, 2008
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If you were one of the thousands in our state who showed up to caucus last month, then you're probably already jonesing for more election action. But while the opportunity to vote for the next occupant of the Oval Office is still months away, you can cast your vote this weekend in something a little more lighthearted -- the Bliss "eau-lection."
By Natalie Bow | March 14, 2008
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As a starving (but resourceful) student at NYU, I treated the Kiehl's flagship store in Manhattan's East Village, a mere two blocks from my dorm, as my own personal beauty counter. En route to class, I would pop in and slather on moisturizer; prior to a date, I would sample a spritz of their signature musk. Did I ever purchase anything? Probably not.
By Natalie Bow | February 5, 2008
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It may come as no surprise that a shopping columnist would give little heed to an old adage like "It's what's on the inside that counts," but when I first saw Mor, an Australian line of body-care products and home fragrances, I was so struck by the gorgeous packaging that I purchased several items without even stopping to sniff the candles or test the lotions.
By Natalie Bow | January 29, 2008
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I tend to think there’s no such thing as a bad foot soak. (I believe there are guys who feel this way about pizza, beer and… some other things.) But I didn't know that a foot soak could be elevated to near-heavenly heights until I discovered JellyBath.
By Natalie Bow | June 21, 2007
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Known for unique and slightly wacky handmade bath and body products that are both fun to use and good enough to eat (exhibit A: the "Mange Too" bar – an edible massage bar flavored and scented with honey, vanilla, sweet orange and peppermint), Lush will make its Seattle debut Saturday, March 10, when it opens the doors to its newest store in Westlake Center.
By Sarah Jio | March 8, 2007
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The gift haven has everything from edible lavender goodies to sleep aids, bath and body products and candles. One of her top sellers is the squishable lavender stress ball ($6). "Everyone from nurses to teachers to executives loves these," says Jordan. Smush these fragrant fabric-covered balls filled with lavender to relieve tension. Also popular are eye pillows filled with lavender ($20), lavender-filled neck and shoulder bags that can be heated up in the microwave ($30), and pretty organza scarves with beaded fringe filled with just a bit of lavender hiding in the folds of the fabric ($33.95).
By Kathy Schultz | December 6, 2006
