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September 7th, 2007
So this is week #21 of Seattle Picks! A milestone, indeed. We have a blast putting it together for you each week, and we are so grateful that you read Seattle Picks when there are many other ways to spend your time. So to show our appreciation, and share the love of some quite amazing local businesses, we want to "give back" when we can. For example, be sure to read down to the very end of each issue. If the stars align, we're able to share some really special treats--everything from Seattle Picks-only discounts to gift certificates at local businesses. Very cool for you, right? Last week your benefactor was Clover House, the week before it was La Rousse boutique, and this week? Well, you’ll just have to read on and find out! Seattle Picks' mission is to support and promote local, independent businesses. We are so lucky to write about the efforts of people who are following their dreams by opening boutiques and restaurants and bars and donut shops. We sincerely hope that Seattle Picks inspires you to visit at least one place that's new to you each and every week. p.s.: Today also marks two more milestones for us—the first issue of www.PhoenixPicks.com, and issue #2 of www.MinneapolisPicks.com! Be sure to check them out, and please encourage your PHX and MN friends to subscribe. It’s free, and they’ll get the scoop in their hometowns, just like you do here! |
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| 1 | Dance Hall Days |
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| 2 | What's Old is New Again The folks at Koap have an eye for cool that transcends generations. Koap may be the new kid on the block, but it has an old, hip, soul. |
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| 3 | Bella du Jour |
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| 4 | Got Milk-Bones? |
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| 5 | She’s So Inviting to Me When we were little, we used to "stage" our bedroom dresser by covering it with wrapping paper filched from our mom and arranging our knickknacks in ever-changing formations. This was, of course, way before we had any real taste or certainly anything of value. Perhaps all of that decorating explains how we became such junkies for little what-nots to spruce up our abode, whether they be scented candles in fab packages or funky serving dishes and hand towels. Of course, we love to spruce up our bod, too, and one place to find it all is the new Fresh boutique—they carry everything from fun, affordable tees, tanks and sweaters to handbags and hostess gifts, all in the sweetest little gem of a shop. We especially love their baby gifts, including hep little leggings sure to make any princess-in-training warm and fashionable. (Seriously, what's cuter than dressing up baby?). Ooh, and Fresh's greeting cards and wrapping paper are so fun we don't want to give them away! We seriously dare you to leave this shop without buying at least one item. Fresh |
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| 1 | Where Lawn Chairs Get New Lives When we reminisce about our grandparents, we remember them sitting in folding lawn chairs, enjoying “happy hour.” Sadly, like our grandparents, those chairs of old are long gone, giving way to the collapsible styles of today. At least we’re glad to know that the plastic webbing from these relics is living on in the form of durable pouches, wallets and bags created locally by Rosewebs. Available in super cute, bright colors, these gems are a great way to hang on to a little piece of history. |
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| 2 | Kinder, Gentler Gifts While we’ve sought out vegan-friendly restaurants many times before, we found a new challenge—finding vegan gifts! Where would we find something handmade, charming and kind to animals? Why, Never Felt Better by Jen, of course! This online store has adorable accessories, including pins, pouches and scarves embellished with woodland creatures. Every item is created with man-made materials—you won't find leather, wool, silk, animal-based glues or other byproducts. Hooray! |
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| 3 | Think Outside the Bra Fashion Stick Cups (their latest design) and PermaCups (waterproof and work under swimsuits) are quickly replacing uncomfortable strapless bras and unsupportive, stick-to-the-skin bra cups. These are the undergarment must-have! |
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| 4 | Ooh, That New-Car Smell We often visit thrift stores to check out vintage bags, but leave totally grossed out. Nine times out of 10, there are wadded up Kleenexes, pen marks and other unidentifiable materials inside, which leaves us entirely uninterested. Wouldn’t it be nice to find a bag that looks vintage, but hasn’t been used and abused? Enter Bari J., a site filled with retro-style offerings that are 100% clean and fresh. You can even choose a chic fabric to design a purse of your very own, guaranteed to be entirely unsullied by the masses. |
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| 5 | Delicious Lips There’s a new lip scrub on the block, called, well, The Lip Scrub. It eliminates dry, flaky skin and leaves lips ridiculously smooth and supple. It comes in all kinds of yummy flaves, like almond crème, peppermint and brown sugar. Yum! |
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Rain on a summer August weekend? Instead of foiling the weekend by curling up in a ball and drowning in Seattle angst, we decided to hit downtown’s very own Purple for a spontaneous dessert tasting. With the guidance of the charming and uber-informed Chris Horn, Assistant GM, we embarked on a journey of steadily intensifying flavors with perfected wine pairings. Round One: the Basil Panna Cotta with Blood Orange Gelee custard paired with Moscato d’Asti. Absolutely refreshing with the basil infused cream. Round Two: the Bacon Ginger Cookies with Fleur de Sel paired with the Pineau des Charantes (a marriage of brandy and white wine). Then, the Knock-Out Punch ... the Syrah Brownie. Mmm.... Just one more perk of life in Seattle. Purple |
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Hip Happenings: |
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| 1 | Toby Pomeroy Jewelry Trunk Show at Mario’s Jewelry designer and goldsmith Toby Pomeroy is pioneering a new era of conscious luxury. Featured in Town & Country, In Style and Vanity Fair, and worn by celebs, Toby’s pieces are made exclusively from ethically derived materials, including EcoGold, EcoSilver and conflict-free diamonds. Stop by Mario’s to see a host of his brand new styles. |
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Husy Baby to Open in Gig Harbor! What: Hush Baby to Open in Gig Harbor |
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| 3 | Back to School Bash at Diggs and Dwellings Get ready for fall at Diggs and Dwellings! Their “Back to School Bash” is the perfect time to see what’s new, or get great savings on select floor samples. Order furniture now to be here in time for the holidays. Bring a friend! RSVP to info@diggsanddwellings.com, and you’ll be entered into the drawing for a fun giveaway! What: Back to School Bash at Diggs and Dwellings |
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| 4 | Clementine Anniversary Sale Clementine shoes, bags & accessories is celebrating their 1-year anniversary, and it’s time to “make a purchase, get a wish”! Wishes granted will include discounts from 10-50% off specified items, as well as gift certificates for goodies like facials, an overnight getaway, and more from area merchants. What: Clementine Anniversary Sale |
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| 5 | Jewelry Trunk Show at Bleu Papillon
Bleu Papillon is hosting a Potluck Paris jewelry trunk show, just for you! Potluck Paris is a great line of mixed-metal jewelry, straight from Paris. If you haven't been to Bleu Papillon, it's a wonderful combination of vintage, old and new items. On the day of the trunk show, 10% of purchases will be donated to the school of your choice. What: Jewelry Trunk Show at Bleu Papillon |
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Made you look! Forward this issue of Seattle Picks to 5 friends and cc picks@seattlepicks.com, and you could win a gift certificate for the man in your life to enjoy a traditional straight-razor hot shave from Oslo’s! Can you think of a better way to make a man happy? (Wait … don’t answer that.) Just so he knows: Chad Oringer, Oslo’s barber, is one of 15 barbers in the nation that is trained and certified by the Art of Shaving, one of the industry’s premier men’s grooming product lines. The experience is guaranteed to make your man—and you—swoon. (Check out our write-up on Oslo’s here!) |
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