Hello and welcome to the first post of Minding the Store, a blog about shopping in Seattle. My name is Ali Brownrigg and I'm the shopping columnist here at NWsource.com. It's my job to keep you up to date on new stores, fabulous sales, interesting new products and exciting shopping related events. So if you like to be in the know and up to date on Seattle shopping, bookmark this blog, baby!
By Alison Brownrigg | August 14, 2008
Trina Turk embodies casually elegant style that appeals to women in every decade of life. Her fall collection is a mixture of Parisian chic, 1960's mod and 70's flare, with flashes of pink, turquoise, purple and electric blue. If you're a fan, Trina herself will be at the Individualist section on the 2nd floor of the Downtown Nordstrom this Saturday, August 16 from 1-3 p.m.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 15, 2008
Sweet Petula in Madison Park is having a week long sidewalk sale starting on friday, August 15 and running through August 23.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 15, 2008
My absolute favorite Seattle boutique Last Waltz is having a their first anniversary sale and party on friday, August 29. Owner Cybele Philips has the most incredible eye and blends vintage scores with modern designers to create a fresh and innovative style. I always walk out of that store with something - from a great pair of vintage shoes for $18 to a new top from Dace.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 18, 2008
Join Tweed in Greenwood for their 3 year anniversary on Saturday September 13. Enjoy a Mimosa and special $60 and under pricing on selected item, as well as 20% off pring dresses, tops and more.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 18, 2008
While Velocity carries many international brands, they also support local artists and artisans (which makes me love them even more) and has taken that support one step further with The Lab, a monthly forum for the creative literati of Seattle to connect with each other and the community.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 19, 2008
Queen Anne neighbors and supporters of all things local: Bouncing Wall and Eat Local have teamed up for Local Bounce, a monthly craft fair that coincides with the third thursday Upper Queen Anne Art Walk.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 20, 2008
Starting on Oct. 1, the Washington State Liquor Control Board (WSLCB) is starting a pilot program allowing 30 grocery stores to have wine and beer tastings. Out of the 30 stores participating, 15 are independently owned and 15 are chain stores.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 21, 2008
Portland is known for its innovative indie designers, like eco-conscious Emily Katz and Project Runway's Leanne Marshall. That city's Fashion Week (Oct. 8-12) highlights them all, as well as designers from Seattle and other cities.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 22, 2008
I just got an email from Frock Shop owner Suzy Fairchild that her summer sale is starting Friday, August 20 and runs through August 29. All summer stock will be be up to and beyond 50% off.
By Alison Brownrigg | August 20, 2008
