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Nov 11,2008
New Boutique, Amai Unmei, A Must Visit
by northwest nola
A friend of mine recently opened up a great boutique on NW 23rd, Amai Unmei . I know I'm partial, but what a cool store! When I found out she was opening up shop right down the street from me, I was excited. But when I walked in to her brand spanking new lair o'fashion, I was even more excited, as I totally got it. This lady is in the fashion business for a reason; because she gets fashion. Not only do the the fashions rock, but the store itself is gorgeous. It is clean and bright. You feel like you can get your shopping done while you're there. I also think it's neat that Allison, the owner/designer, spends a fair amount of time manning the mothership. How cool to walk into a store and actually speak with the designer who made the dress you're about to buy. I spent a good twenty minutes salivating over the rich silky dresses and trendy winter coats, while silently deciding what I'm not going to buy at other stores this month in order to buy one of Allison's dresses. Full disclosu
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Nov 11,2008
Three Monkeys -- Expanded and Even Cooler
by northwest nola
I went by one of my favorite stores today -- Northwest Portland's Three Monkeys. Recently, they expanded their store, combining what was once Three Monkeys (vintage housewares) and Three More Monkeys (clothes) into one giant Three Monkeys store. And I know I'm partial because I already loved this store to begin with, but I love it even more in its newly expanded space. The new space is larger, warm, welcoming and calls to your inner shopper. Maybe it's because there are all sorts of bright and shiny objects to choose from; maybe it's because I like that vintage-y style of decor, but something about the new store is worth at least a look -- especially as the holiday season comes rushing upon us. As far as fashion goes, they just got in a giant selection of holiday dresses, so if you're in the market for one, take a gander at their selection. Since I am a "touch" shopper (I like to touch appealing fabrics and such) I was in a little paradise of sorts trying to find a dress f
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Oct 30,2008
Radish Underground Opens in West End
by pearlgirl
Radish Underground is an independent fashion boutique and gallery space in Portland's West End Fashion District. They're all about treating fashion a little bit more like art, minus the sparse cold gallery feel. Their mission is to bring together independent designers, artists and artisans to expand Portland's vibrant arts community, and share this passion with their guests. Owners Celestial Sipes and Gina Johnson plan to feature a different apparel designer and visual artist or accessory designer every month. In addition to showcasing their line, each designer creates one or two exclusive garments that will only be available at Radish Underground. Join them on the First Thursday of each month to be a part of these artist/designer openings. Radish Underground is celebrating its Grand Opening this First Thursday, November 6th from 5pm-9pm. This event will fea
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Oct 30,2008
Save the Date » Denim Swap at Nolita
by pearlgirl
Portland fashionistas have an opportunity to do good, and looking good doing it. Nolita , Portland's destination for premium denim and designer fashions, is holding its Denim Swap to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Columbia Northwest (BBBS) . Here's how it works: customers bring in their gently used denim (kids and adult sizes welcome) to Nolita November 3rd-17th and, in return, get $25 off the purchase of new jeans. People can donate as much denim as they like, but deal is good for up to three pairs of full-priced jeans. Nolita will then give those old jeans new life by donating the denim to Big Brothers Big Sisters. But Nolita is doing more than just collecting the jeans and passing them on to BBBS. They're also throwing a Big Denim Party for the kids at the store, filling their racks with the donated denim and letting the kids "shop" for their jeans in a high-end boutique atmosphere to make them feel special. Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors at-risk youth he
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Oct 25,2008
Timely Tonics for Tired Tootsies
by NoPo Ness
Holidays on your feet and the drying effects of winter weather will have your tootsies needing a little TLC. Trying to come up with the perfect way to pamper yourself or that special someone? Look no further, as Portland is a town with a fetish- a foot fetish. From the feet only havens, to luxury spas that are foot-friendly, the at-home soak to the DIY pedicure- if your toes need attention take note we've got the goods for you. Pampering Ashiyu Co
8015 SE 13th Ave
(503) 232-0920 John Condon and his sister Carolyn run this foot spa showroom that doubles as blissful soaking scene. John invented these affordable, cozy and portable Footopia spas that are perfect for one but can accommodate your friends as well. Filled with smooth stones and bubbly hot water- Ashiyu's spas take their inspiration from the soothing hot spring foot baths peppered throughout Japan. Not only can you buy one for your own home but John and Carolyn encourage folks to come in an
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Oct 22,2008
Denim Swap at Nolita
by pearlgirl
Attention denim addicts. Gather up your 'previously loved' jeans and head to Nolita November 3–17 for its Denim Swap. Your jeans will be donated to teenagers in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program and you will receive $25 off a new pair. Good swap, right?As you might suspect, there are a few rules:
-Donated denim must be in good wearable condition.
-Cannot be combined with any other promotion/coupon/offer
-No price adjustments to previous purchases.
Nolita
923 NW 10th Avenue
Portland OR 97209
503.274.7114 p
503.274.7334 f
nolitaportland@hotmail.com
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Oct 17,2008
Free People Clothing Boutique Opening First Portland Location
by pearlgirl
Just read this juicy tidbit: Free People Clothing Boutique will open its first location in Portland. Free People is the wholesale line of Urban Outfitters . The brand evolved from juniors into a more mature and contemporary market—and by mature, they mean girls in their mid-20's. In 2002, the brand opened its first boutique, and now has stores nationwide. Read the Free People story and check out their collections of apparel , accessories , shoes and intimates on the website. Oh. You want to know where the boutique will be located? You'll have to visit Willamette Week to find out. Kudos on this, and other, fine retail scoopage!
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Oct 13,2008
Portland Fashion Week 2008
by shooter
I only made it to one night of Portland Fashion Week. Check out these photos from Friday night's show... Alula Dimitri May Tee Nike Sameunderneath
Read what others had to say about Portland Fashion Week 2008: Ultra PFW Wednesday PFW Thursday PFW Friday PFW Saturday The Portland Mercury Day 1 PFW Day 2 PFW Day 3 PFW Day 4 PFW Willamette Week Day 2 Recap Day 3 Recap Day 4 Recap LivePDX Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4
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Oct 9,2008
DB Clay Folds It Up
by pearlgirl
I've always enjoyed the unique wallets made by NE Portland's DB Clay . (I'm not sure which NE Portland neighborhood they're located in) This local company successfully transformed the utilitarian wallet into a design object. Their seasonal releases of new designs are something I always look forward to—and now, it's something I'll miss. Yesterday, I learned that DB Clay is closing its doors due to economic conditions. It's really sad to lose such a great local business. You can still order online—orders must be placed by October 15—or visit one of DB Clay's exclusive retailers to shop the limited inventory. Read More...
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Oct 2,2008
Portland Fashion Week Updates
by pearlgirl
Two updates from Portland Fashion Week... Nike Considered to launch "Sports Inspired" collection at PFW For the second year running, Nike Considered , the eco-conscious Nike label that is the pathfinder for the entire Nike organization, will debuta never-before-seen collection here in their own "backyard," at Portland Fashion Week. Nike Considered Design:
• Nike has always been about performance innovation for the benefit of the athlete, however, since we began measuring our environmental footprint back in 1998 we've gained insight into how we can innovate for the benefit of both the athlete and the environment.
• Nike's Considered philosophy is about combining product performance with environmental sustainability and giving consideration to how decisions made at the beginning of the product design process impacts sustainability at the other end.
• Considered product has provided us with so much learning that is has evol
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