Belltown’s Kuhlman is the ideal place to get sized up — or shop for designer threads.

We all know how good it feels to step into a custom-fitted garment. But in this modern age of outlet malls and retail stores, finding a good tailor can be nearly impossible. So, if you’d like to be fitted – or that 10-year-old suit of yours just needs a couple alterations – your best bet in this city is Belltown’s Scott Kuhlman.

From her Seattle roots and early career as a dancer with the PNB, fashion designer Amanda Brotman has brought elegance and femininity to her collection of high-fashion handbags and jewelry at Amanda Pearl.

From the sparkle and magic of the Pacific Northwest Ballet stage to the luster and glamour of specialty handbags and jewelry, Amanda Brotman expresses a style that is feminine and exquisite, but unique to her.

Seattle has long been known for its casual style (perhaps that’s our most common claim to fashion fame). But we’re not all slouches. Even the casualistas have some fashion flare. And that’s why we’re loving The Hazel Brown Collection out of L.A.

Its spring/summer collection is a fusion of structured silhouettes, careless (but calculated) frayed edges, cool nudes and earthy tones. It’s thoughtful bohemian at its finest. And you can find it locally in downtown’s Baby & Co. Say goodbye to the Birkenstock stigma for good!