Mark Twain once said that “Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society.” In 2010, Lauryn Grinnell, a hairstylist at Intermezzo Salon and Spa came up with the perfect response: Runway to Freedom. Grinnell created this charity fashion show to raise money and generate awareness about New Beginnings, a Seattle-based nonprofit that offers support to
Fashion is going back in time this fall. Whether it be lady-like touches a la the ‘50s, hippie influences of the ‘70s, or leather circa the ‘80s — what’s old is new again! And we all know that’s good news in this economy. We chatted with Ken Downing, fashion director at Neiman Marcus, for the lowdown on all the leading looks.
When it comes to favorite clothing items, nothing beats that perfect t-shirt. You know, the lived-in, soft as can be, comfortable, classic and quirky tee that you just couldn’t live without. Everyone has one — and if you’re a fan of Tuxiz, you probably have quite a few.
Seattleites will be dressed to the nines this Thursday evening for Fashion First, Seattle’s longest running independent fashion show.
Backpacks are back! These bags are not what you used to don in the school yard; they are fashionable and functional, just what you need when you’re on the go.
As summer fades and fall temperatures drop, it’s time to step out in comfy and rain friendly jackets. Instead of grabbing the over worn raincoat, step out in style with one of these fall trend jackets.
Asher Anson, a chic men’s and women’s boutique in Ballard, closed this last March. That’s far from saying that the store is done with fashion! Asher: Men’s Clothing and Goods opened in June 2011 just across the water in Kirkland, and they’re right back in the swing of things already.
As technology advances we keep looking for all purpose gadgets. For a break from techno overload, consider a return to the simple luxury of a classic staple – the wrist watch.
Seattleite takes on the trends and tells you what looks you’ll crave this fall season — with a little help from our friends at Nordstrom.
Guys, if you think figuring out which wine to pair with dinner is difficult, then you’ve probably also struggled with finding a comfortable dress shirt that looks good untucked to wear to the restaurant.
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