Accessories
“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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Posted Dec 15, 2007
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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Posted Nov 29, 2007
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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Posted Nov 12, 2007
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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Posted Nov 2, 2007
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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Posted Sep 7, 2007
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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Posted Aug 25, 2007
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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Posted Aug 13, 2007
Wearing your heart on your sleeve is so last season. This year it’s hot to wear your thoughts on your wrist! I found this incredible bangle/conversation starter at Merge. The artist, Jessica Kagan Cushman, learned the craft of scrimshaw from her father and has transformed fossilized wooly mammoth ivory into extremely popular bracelets. Since not everyone can afford the fossilized ivory kind, she also makes them out of resin, which is what Merge carries. The bangles each have great sayings like, “Do you have any idea who I am?” and “You’re not the boss of me.” They sell for $125.
Merge
5000 20th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107
Hours: Tu-We 11a-6p; Th-Fr 11a-7p; Sa 11a-6p; Su 12p-5p
Phone: 206-782-5335
mergeboutique.blogspot.com
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Posted Aug 1, 2007
My new favorite accessory is the bracelet. From dainty and petite to large and clunky, I can’t get eough of them. While on the top of Queen Anne the other day, I strolled into Adelita (the owner had emailed me about a make-up sale which I’ll get to later). Flirty summer dresses, sassy lingerie and great jewelry filled the boutique. I immediately honed in on this Tarina Tarantino lucite cube bracelet. It’s crystalized with Swarovski and is extremely sparkly. Each bead is cut to reflect the light beautifully. The beads are strung on a jelly cord and will stretch up to 7″. I bought the medium beaded bracelet for $30, although I think these would look fantastic with 3 or 4 on your arm.
Now about that make-up sale. It seems Adelita has over-ordered their Nouba eyeshadows and lipsticks. Oops! Singles, doubles and quad eyeshadows and the lipstick collection are all on sale 2-for-1. I’ve never used the product, so of course I had to buy some! If you can’t make it into the store, you can also buy online.
Adelita
1422 Queen Anne Ave. N
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: 206-285-0707
adelitastyle.com
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Posted Jul 31, 2007
I have a thing for accessories, especially necklaces. Sometimes when I’m bored with my clothes I’ll buy myself something eccentric to wear around my neck, just so I don’t feel so drab. Alisha Louise makes some beautiful jewelry. She’s traveled around the world and has obviously been inspired by many of her trips. She’s an artist who doesn’t stick with just one style. She uses metal, ceramic, beads to create unique pieces. I love this confetti necklace. The 3 chains hang about 17.5″ and the 6 disks come in a variety of colors that you can choose. The confetti necklace is $112.
Violette
212 1st Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-652-8991
Hours: mo-fri 10a-6p; sa 12p-4p
ekochic.com
violetteboutique.blogspot.com
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Posted May 25, 2007
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