Some people wear their heart on their sleeves, others wear their opinions around their necks. This is a gorgeous purple rayon scarf from Sir Alistair Rai has a message: Peace. Handmade in India, this clothing line is helping to create global awareness. Found at Sway & Cake, this new arrival is $128.
Sway & Cake
1631 Sixth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: 206-624-2699
Hours: m-w 10a-7p; th-sa 10a-8p; su 12p-6p
www.swayandcake.com
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A great pair of earrings can really make an outfit and these Swarovski crystal hoops would do just that. The old-world feel of the antique brass hoops along with the bright crystals will draw attention upward. Handmade my Kristin Friesen of “Sweeter than me Designs” these earrings are completely customizable. These aqua crystals are in a graduated color pattern. Want all red ones? No problem, Kristin can do it. Several shades of pink? Just ask. She has many colors and will make whatever you want. They’re available online for $28.
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Sometimes you need big, flashy earrings. Other times you need understated elegance. Right now, that’s what I’m in the market for. These cobalt blue glass earrings on a 4.25 inch silver chain are beautiful. Erica, the owner of Hitchcock, started her own jewelry line nearly a year ago with antique gems and estate finds from her jaunts around the western half of the country. Each piece she makes is a one-of-a-kind. These earrings are $59.
Hitchcock
1406 34th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98122
Phone: 206-838-7173
Hours: Wed - Sat 10a - 6p, Sun 10a-5p
shophitchcock.com
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“Reduce, reuse, recycle” has been the mantra of Seattleites for a decade (or so). Beth Nielsen of Vintage Creations has heard the battle cry. Instead of throwing away that luxurious cashmere, she has created a line of recycled cashmere hats, scarves, mitts and tops. Each piece is an original, multi-colored and full of character. The pieces range in price from $38-$160 and can be found online at ekochic.com or the boutiques listed. This purple, gray & black ruffle scarf is $68.
Horseshoe
720 N. 35th
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone: 206-547-9639
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Violette
212 1st Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-652-8991
Hours: mo-fri 10a-6p; sa 12p-4p
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As I was taking my morning stroll around the information superhighway (can I call it that anymore?), I came across a great write-up about Kimberly Baker. Our local girl is getting some much-deserved national attention! According to Citizen Rain, her fabulous accessories have been spotted on the small screen. It seems the cast of Gossip Girls, which airs on the CW, has been sporting her designs this season. Here’s a screen grab that I pulled from Kimberly’s blog . Actress Jessica Szohr is wearing the Oona earrings in sterling silver. These danglies are $65.
Kimberly Baker
617 N 36th St.
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone: 206-545-1145
kimberlybaker.com
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As I search through my closet in the mornings trying to decide what to wear, I generally lean toward pants. Not because I like pants, but because it’s too cold for skirts - and the generic tights I own are boring. I am definitely not sock savvy… but that’s all about to change. Violette just got in a shipment of Hansel From Basel sassy legwear. With bright polka dots and stylish knee pads, these socks, tights and thigh-highs are anything but blah and will definitely keep my legs warm! They range in price from $25-$48.
Violette
212 1st Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-652-8991
Hours: mo-fri 10a-6p; sa 12p-4p
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This gal kicks butt! As a trained blacksmith, Steel Toe Studios designer Erica Gordon uses her awesome talent to make seriously chic belts. The steel buckles are hand finished and distressed for a subtly cool, but very bold look. There are 6 leather belts and about 50 buckles to choose from that range in color, shape and price. Each buckle snaps off the leather belt so you can change up your look as often as you want! This hand forged “Tunnel” design is $75.
Meet Erica Gordon and check out her entire line tonight (Friday 11/2) at Horseshoe during this month’s Fremont 1st Fashion Night. Discounts and events in several Fremont boutiques from 6p-8p.
Horseshoe
720 N. 35th
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone: 206-547-9639
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I’ve heard that diamonds and pearls go together, but concrete and pearls? My first thought was, “you’re joking, right?” But nope. These earrings are actually made out of colored concrete. The olive concrete is surrounded by sterling silver and those are freshwater pearls dangling in the middle. They’re not too big at 1.25″ high and 3/4″ wide. How fantastically creative! Designer & shop owner Frances Smersh hand makes all the jewelry in her local studio. These beauties sell for $72.
Click! Design that Fits
2210 California Ave SW
Seattle WA 98116
Phone: 206-328-9252
(Toll free outside the Seattle area: 877-328-9252)
Hours: Tu-Fri 12p-7p; Sa-Su 11a-5p
clickdesignthatfits.com
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Last week I went to the Be Jeweled event that was held on Lake Union. Jewelry designers like Regina Chang, FrancescaBrandy and JoAnn Smyth were all there. Knowing I have an addiction to accessories I went in with the attitude of, “I’m here to cover the event.. not purchase anything.” Thanks to my friend and partner in crime, Heidi, I didn’t last very long. At the Erin Jane Designs booth I fell in love with this necklace. I’d never run into Erin before and was extremely impressed with her work. While I didn’t buy this necklace I did buy a gorgeous bracelet that I wear often (I’m not yet past my bracelet phase). So that means this necklace with faceted aquamarine nuggets and fine silver links is still for sale. It’s $156.
Erin Jane Designs
erinjanedesigns.com
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I’m always inspired by someone who decides that they can do something just as well as someone else and runs with the idea. Erica, the owner of Hitchcock, did just that. After selling other people’s accessories for nearly a year she went on a road trip, found some great trinkets and is now designing her own line of jewelry. She loves to use old chains, watch faces and other antique baubles. This “Fish in Coral” is her most dramatic piece and her absolute favorite. This necklace sells for $225.
Hitchcock
1123 34th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98122
Phone: 206-838-7173
Hours: we-su 11a-7p
shophitchcock.com
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