MY KIND OF PLACE

If you haven’t heard of Tin Roof Furniture, then frankly, you have been under a rock.  That is okay though because Nosey Parker is here to bring you into the fold.  Nosey Parker loves extraordinary shopping experiences, not only from the atmostphere of a store but just having fun too.  This is the motto at Tin Roof.  In fact, the very first billboard I  noticed in Spokane was a fabulous couch.  That’s all it was … a fabulous couch.  Being new in town, I wanted to go to a store that had THAT fabulous couch.  I didn’t need a couch but I knew if the store had a billboard like that, then ALL my other needs would be met.  Tin Roof has been around a long time and is in the industrial area of Sprague just before Downtown.  With functional and affordable home furnishings, friendly, knowledgable and helpful sales associates – Tin Roof has earned ALL of their accolades.  It IS a relaxing environment, yet upscale boutique setting.

MUST ATTEND EVENT: HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE – TUES, NOV. 3 - Sip hot chocolate or a little bubbly and nibble on fresh baked cookies while you enjoy our holiday display and thousands of great holiday decorating ideas. We’ll have decorating classes all week long as well as holiday gift ideas, select samples on sale and all dining on sale! Enjoy 30% off any single holiday decor item. We’ve brought in themed trees, decor, quilts and more. Santa is visiting Monday night to set up so be sure to swing by on Tuesday and check out all the festivities!

My fabulous finds at Tin Roof:

I had a wine barrel I bought at a fundraiser.  My downstairs did not have a bar like my previous house, so I wanted to do something with my barstools too.  Heading to Tin Roof, I knew exactly what I was going to do when I walked in the door.  All along the staircase were wrought iron clocks.  Bought a huge one, put a glass on top, put that on top of the wine barrel and walla!  Instant place to play games or have a glass of wine!

I had been sleeping on a queen size antique bed from France for years and really wanted a king with fabulous bedding.  This is the beautiful black four poster I got for a FABULOUS price at Tin Roof.

IN THE KNOW ON FASHION TRENDS

CUES – Print this page and take it to Cues for 20% off!  Present coupon at time of purchase, Limit to one item, One coupon per customer, Cannot be used on previous purchases. Expires Oct. 31, 2009.

This trendsetting boutique is a fashion-forward destination for locals and visitors alike. Stepping inside, you feel like you are hanging out in the closet of your most fashion savvy friend. If you see it in your favorite fashion magazine, there is a good chance you will find it here. And of course, the largest selection of denim in Spokane, with over 60 styles, 25 designers from Hudson to Joes to William Rast. All this combined with great customer service within a trendy atmosphere. No need to go to Seattle, Portland or LA – cues has it. Citizens of Humanity, Ella Moss, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent, True Religion, Velvet – the list goes on. Celebrities love cues too. Taylor Swift wore a Bow-and-Arrow dress compliments of cues from her last visit to Spokane on the cover of US Weekly! Sweet!

IT’S LIKE EXTORTION!

We are in event season ladies! Gala’s, Christmas Parties, soiree’s, Fundraisers, children’s performances, the symphony … the list could go on forever. What is a girl to do when the budget for new clothing is in the tank? Most women head to the big box discount stores to see “the sales” or what I call the drastically reduced cookie cutter clothes that fall apart after a few wears and washes. The problem is that these stores lure you in with low prices, you buy because it was on sale and most of the time that is the only reason you bought. I can hear the disagreement now – Nosey Parker, you know that we can buy four dresses at a discount store vs one at a high end boutique. That maybe true, but if it sits in your closet with all the other “on sale” items, you have wasted your money. I believe in investing in core pieces, mix & match and letting your local expert boutique owner help you out. Not only do they consider your body type, event and budget – they will get to know what you like and make sure you are not wearing the same dress someone else is to an event.

A few Nosey Parker fav’s that are experts: Finders Keepers, lolo boutique, Bella Boutique, Swank, Just Because, Cues, Lake Shack Boutique, coco’s, Jigsaw, Boardwalk at Riverstone, Bella Jezza Sandpoint and Tangerine’s. One of the best discount stores that carries designer brands is The Reclothery. Consignment shopping is “so in” right now but Rebecca has been around for years on The South Hill, offering very gently used higher end clothing that can meet anyone’s budget.  All of the fabulous boutiques also have sales and will barter with you where a national chain will not.

So why the headline “It’s Like Extortion!” – because seeing a sale tag or buy one get one free at a discount store is like seeing something inappropriate on tv – you don’t want to look but you do because it’s being flashed in your face. Promises are made but can’t be kept and usually it’s a marketing ploy to get your business. They think they have you. They suck you in and you end up with a closet full of nothing instead of a closet full of wonderful.

“Best way to clear the air is to have it all out in the open.” – Atticus Finch

Have you been to the new Atticus store next to Boo Radley’s?  It was 4 Seasons Coffee and the coffee shop/coffee & tea availability is still intact.  However, the store is different.  Who doesn’t know Atticus Finch, the fictional character in Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel To Kill a Mockingbird. Atticus is a central character in the novel.  You will find mockingbirds all over the store.  I loved it.  Also, lots of fun stuff to pick up, like the ceramic coffee cup that looks like a disposable one – so green!  The lid is rubber.  I collect finches myself and found quite a few.  In fact, on my desk burning right now is a Vintage Peony hand poured candle with different types of birds, a bag of Chocolate covered cranberries and a card that says “I wanted to do something, anything, but I didn’t know what to do.  So I did this.  This is my something. By Jason Watt.”  My motto!  The fresh ground Kahlua Coffee I made this morning was delightful as well.  Check them out at:

Atticus
222 N Howard St 220 Bldg, Downtown Spokane
atticuscoffee@comcast.net

NOSEY PARKER MASQUERADE PARTY!!!

Join NOSEY PARKER for a MASQUERADE PARTY!!!

Please join Nosey Parker for a fun filled night to celebrate her new U.S. Trademark while having loads of fun with Nosey Parker® businesses. CONCEPT:HOME has opened their beautiful store for the party!  You will receive a MASK at the door when you show up with your date – Alexander Hamilton. Who’s that? That is the handsome guy on the front of the $10 bill! All $10 bills go to The Pumpkin Ball efforts to raise funds for the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. View winter and holiday fashions, interact with great boutiques, fabulous food and fun! All Nosey Parker Guidebooks sold benefit The Pumpkin Ball’s effort!

Member Only Gifts: 1 Bottle of Nosey Parker Labeled Wine from Latah Creek. Bring your member card or let us know on your RSVP. Extra ticket for bringing a friend who is NOT a Nosey Parker! Everybody: Drawing for one ticket to The Pumpkin Ball! $150 Value! Please let us know you are coming! For those who RSVP: Drawing for five bottles of Latah Creek Wine with your own custom label for the holidays! Respond to this invitation or email kimmasterson@aol.com.

CONCEPT:HOME MAP

One on One with Jaime Johnson & Carissa Vera

So much going on in our lives and we want those special occasions to be remembered as “the best ever”.  Nosey Parker found the person who can take your imagination beyond its limits.  I had lunch with Jaime Johnson of Jaime Johnson Events and Carissa Vera of The Art of Flower at Madeleine’s last Saturday.  What a delight!

Nosey Parker loves spontaneous creativity and both Carissa and Jaime exude this quality.  Have you heard the expression “I can see it in their eyes!”  I could! Jaime plans beautiful events for every occasion and Carissa is the icing on the cake with flowers.  From planning and pulling off spectacular  events for the CDA Resort and The Davenport, Jaime also loves working one on one with her clients to mastermind the most intimate soirees.  Jaime is an expert.  She does not overlook one detail, which makes her the ultimate Nosey Parker!  Carissa designs your memorable event with flowers that reflect your personality.  She exclusively produces the ultimate in flower arranging for events and weddings only.

Check out their websites and take a sneak peak at snapshots of the ultimate occasions!

Jaime Johnson, Jaime Johnson Events

Carissa Vera, The Art of Flower

Martini Madness Event @ The Lake Shack

Please join The Lake Shack Boutique in Liberty Lake, Thursday, Sept 24th from 5pm to 9pm for the Martini Madness Event.  Need a Girls Night Out?  Or a New Fall Wardrobe?  They can help you with both!!!

~Cocktails & Appetizers

~Specials Throughout

~Gift Card w/ Purchase for future visits (details at event)

~Zinnaya Skincare 50% Off (starts now!) Check out the Zinnaya Story – CLICK!

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Be so kind and let us know if you are coming! Ring: (509) 921-7760

WHO DOESN’T LOVE A TREASURE HUNT?!

Downtown Spokane Treasure Hunt, September 14^th-18^th 2009, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. As the saying goes, “when the going gets tough the tough get going.”  This year that saying is truer than ever.  In the age where every dollar counts, one group of Spokane business women are collaborating to create the first ever Shop Hop for the downtown.  The idea was a previous success created by De Scott of Simply Northwest who started the Desperate Housewives shopping event in the Spokane Valley.  The Shop Hop for the downtown will have a Treasure Hunt theme. The Treasure Hunt will take place the week of September 14^th-18^th.  Treasure maps can be picked up at all of the following participating businesses: Simply Northwest, Tangerine, Finders Keepers, Finders Keepers 2, The Make-Up Studio, Lolo, and Left Bank Wine Bar.  Treasure Hunters will find food, friends, fun, in-store specials, and receive a locally-made gift at each location.  Once Treasure Hunters have visited all of the locations they can turn in their Treasure Map to the last store and they will be entered into a drawing for $300 worth of gift certificates to the participating locations.

CUES FALL STYLE EVENT – FRIDAY!

What are the Top Ten Trends of the Season?

1. Plaids 2. Denim Jackets 3. Leggings 4. Zippers Details 5. Studs  6. Distressed Jeans 7. Mixed Prints 8. Hi/low Boots 9. Fringe  10. A new, passionate make up look.

Cues is having a Fall Fashion Event feature Heidi Beagle of Mary Kay.  She will be there to update your look for fall.

This is a Nosey Parker MUST GO! See what is here for fall and update your wardrobe.  

Prizes, refreshments, special in-store offers!

Drawing for $100 Gift Card!

DO YOU NEED A MAKEOVER?

 

Do you need a Make Over? 

Please tell us why you need a beauty revival to make you look your best throughout your entire life and be profiled in an upcoming issue of Northwest Woman Magazine.

Sponsored by the Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design; the winner will receive a complimentary style, color, make-up and followed by step-by-step beauty techniques you can actually do yourself plus a a photo shoot with Ryan Lindberg.  contact: editor@northwestwoman.com

Holiday Sneak Preview at Simply Northwest

Sneak Preview and Wine Tasting Thursday, November 13th, 5-7:30 pm at the Spokane Valley location – 11806 E. Sprague Ave.  Info call 509-927-8206.  Featuring local singer and songwriter Cheryl Branz.

Simply Northwest Holiday Open House

Simply Northwest Valley Location, Friday/Saturday, Nov. 14/15th 9-5:30 pm.  Enjoy samples of Northwest Specialty Foods and Wine, In-store Specials, Live Music, & Door Prizes

Enoteca Wine Club

Friday, November 7th – 4-7 pm 
Taste of Club! November Wine & Beer of the Month Club! Club tasting event, taste all the wine club wines! This is a great opportunity to see what the Club is all about, and to see what others are getting in their bins. We will taste these wines on Saturday, November 8th as well, from 12-7.

Enoteca Wine Club

Friday, November 14th – 4-7 pm 
Champagne and Port tasting. Debbie Keller will be on hand to share a selection of holiday sparkling wine and dessert port. In time for the holiday season parties! We will taste these wines on Saturday, November 15th as well, from 12-7.

Ferrante’s Celebrates 4 years!

This Saturday Nov. 8th, the celebration will start at 5 pm with live music from Spokane’s hit band The “Trailer Park Girls“  Doug Clark & the gang will be featuring their brand new CD  “Cosmic Flecks of Rust”.  Don’t miss performance art from Alchemist Charlie Schmidt.  Check it out at www.charlieschmidt.com    Charlie will be performing in the dining room throughout the evening.  Watch him create - while you enjoy Ferrante’s Lasagna & sip on a nice Italian red. Although we won’t be serving the full menu, expect great deals on select menu items,  20 wines under $20 & Ferrante’s staffers serving samples throughout the evening. Come by & say ”hi” or, stay all night.  Hope to see you this SATURDAY at Ferrante’s

Zany Zebra Invites You!

There is BIG Fun planned for Zany Zebra during the holiday season! Beginning December 5th and continuing till December 10th, you can knock yourself out and enter your most creative gingerbread house in our contest. Log cabin, grass shack, castle-whatever strikes your fancy! Our customers will judge the entries between December 10th and 20th and then you win a cool prize! And, on December 5th we will celebrate the season with a party ! And, like all Zebra parties, there’ll be refreshments and big bargains. We’ll announce details in this space soon. Email us at thezanyzebrastore@hotmail.com if you have questions.

Cues to be featured at RAIN

Cues will be featured at Rain this Wednesday, Nov. 5th 6 pm.  Come for cocktails and fab food!  Cues is known for being one of the few fashion-forward boutiques in the area.  Check them out and get the latest fashion news at http://cuesclothing.com. RAIN is located in the historic Montvale Hotel.

Wine Tasting Every Weekend at Enoteca Fine Wine and Beer in Post Falls

Nosey Parker loves to taste wine.  Each and every weekend there’s a party fermenting at Enoteca – Fine Wine & Beer in Post Falls.  Friday from 4-7 pm and Saturday from 12-7 pm, come taste wine!  Want to know what we’re opening this weekend?  Follow this link: Post Falls Wine Tasting Menu.  If you’d like to know what is being poured every week, sign up for the email newsletter.  Don’t forget to note that Nosey Parker sent you!

NOSEY PARKER @ INB THURS. 11/13

Holiday Fundraiser for Rotary Scholarship Funds. 4pm-7:30 pm.  

Bank in front of Costco on Sprague.

CUES 20% OFF SALE

1900 Christmas Open House

Wine and Cheese event at Gallery of Thum’

Monthly Wine and Cheese Event December 13, 2008 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm Artists Erin Gibson and Bobbie Wieber will be with us. Bring you happy faces, leave the kids behind and come enjoy the season with us. You can shop in peace have a little wine and pick up the few remaining presents for those special persons around you.  We are also going to be open New Years Eve for the down town First Night celebration until 11:40 pm leaving just enough time for everyone to get down to the park for the fireworks! Bring you kids if you have them we will be making art. We will be using a car as the canvas!  Gallery of Thum’ is on page 20 of the Nosey Parker Guidebook.

SALE @ THE RUBY SLIPPER ON GARLAND

Designer & handmade shoes and handbags — Open 10am to 6pm, Monday through Saturday at 809 W. Garland Ave. (next to the Tinman Gallery) . Call 509.325.3001 for more information. See you soon!

Desperate Housewives!

SATURDAY * FEB. 21 * 9-5

MAKE A DAY OF IT!

Where everything old is new!

Can you be vintage and new, old and hip? Oh yeah! And the best place to combine the two – 1900.  Check out page 30 of your Nosey Parker Guidebook and follow the map to 1900 this week.  So worth it!

SALE AT COCO’S!

BUY ONE GET ONE HALF OFF IS BACK! (womens only, Spanx and L. Ekstrom excluded), WITH MORE ITEMS ADDED TO THE SALE RACK AND SALE ITEMS MARKED DOWN EVEN FURTHER, ITS A GOOD TIME TO STOP IN! DID I MENTION NEW SPRING INVENTORY? WE HAVE THAT TOO! March Special! Spend $40 dollars and receive a free ‘With’ cami or boob tube, ‘joia’ hat or scarf!

coco’s is located in the Spokane Valley Mall, upstairs next to Macy’s.

New Shoes || New Art

Spring 2009 shoes have arrived!

Be the first of your friends to sport the new styles–we bring in a small inventory, so snag your size before it’s gone!

Art by Dina Fernandez

February 27 – March 21. Dina’s mixed media art is full of wonder: secret compartments, found objects and endless little details to take note of. Her handbags and embellished quilts are beaded and embroidered by hand.

See Dina’s art and Spring 2009 shoes on The Ruby Slipper’s blog.

SPRING INTO STYLE WITH THE MAKE-UP STUDIO

Turn in your guidebooks ladies to page 36.  Only the best are in Nosey Parker Guidebook and Julie Farley of the Make-up Studio is a stand out.  Every Wednesday, go to Shop The Make-up Studio and shop for a 10% discount!

20% OFF Lash Control Mascara

 

An innovative, squeezable mascara package which allows you to continuously regulate the desired amount of mascara product on the brush. The built in wiper sleeve at the mouth of the mascara tube is easily manipulated. Now your brush can be both an applicator and lash separator!   Stop scraping it off or wiping with a tissue.  Just SQUEEZE. It’s that simple!  Available in 3 formulas:

*Lengthening and conditioning formula in Black

*Volumizing and conditioning formula in Double Black.

*Water-proof formula in Black.

Special Price: $19.20, regularly $24.00

  Click to Purchase

1900 SPRING CLEARANCE

Last Chance Floor Model Sale! Get there by Tuesday!

COREY LYNN CALTER @ CUES

Corey Lynn Calter shines in her ability to create and assemble unique prints and unconventional fabrics.  Her designs have landed on the cover of Women’s Wear Daily seven times, two of which were during the coveted Fashion Week issues featuring her runway show. Cues has Corey Lynn Calter!  Downtown Spokane and Page 23 in the Nosey Parker Guidebook

CHOCOLATE GIVEAWAY

Check out Mermaids of the Lake for a fabulous Chocolate Giveaway from Chocolate Apothecary!

GREAT GIFTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY!

On Sunday May 10th and Sunday May 17th We are having an all day spa party.  The times are from 9-6 both days. 

 

In this the ladies will get a 15min back massage, 15min footbath with foot massage, Hair and Face mud mask, Their hands and feet dipped in Paraffin wax. There will be some light snacks and beverages set up for their enjoyment at the end of the services.  Each guest will come in their own Robes, slippers, or P.J.’s.  The steam sauna will be available for use, but you must bring your own sauna wrap or swimsuit. The cost of this is $55 per person if you text “spa to 91404″  The Regular Price is $75.00.  We also have Our Mini Spa Party on sale though the Month of April for $65.00.  The Regular price is $75.00. Gift Certificates are available for all our Services.  Please remember there is a 6 mo. expiration date on all Gift Certificates. Except for May 10th and 17th.

 

Thank You

 Highlands Day Spa

Tin Roof/concept:home – 12 Hour Close Out Sale

Spring 12 Hour Sale coming up this Saturday and Sunday – April24/25!  Deals and Steals Galore!

May 1&2 – SODO DISTRICT SALES – MUST GO! MUST SEE!

Saturday, head downtown for Bloomsday weekend and spend hours in the SODO District in and around 2nd St. between Browne and Washington.  Nosey Parker businesses participating in a HUGE sale & specials for Nosey Parker members – concept:home, Bella Boutique, lolo boutique and 1900.  Stop by any of the participating businesses to pick up a map and a postcard – visit all the businesses and enter to win a fantastic grand prize!  Or pick up an inlander to get the map and the list of businesses.  Get outside the mall this weekend and fall in love with all the local businesses in the south end of downtown!

Lake Shack Boutique New Arrivals! Free Tank!

New Arrivals!!!! 7 New Shipments This Week Beginning Tuesday!!! Free Tank Top with Purchase (Purchase must be min $50 Reg. Price) Special good through May 30th.. The Lake Shack Boutique will be receiving shipments weekly again. We have brought in new Clothing, Handbag and Jewelry lines. We take pride in providing great quality at affordable pricing and continue to search for those items, constantly adding to our selection. A variety of summer dresses, skirts, pants and tops will arrive weekly thanks to your support! You are greatly appreciated!!!!  Lake Shack is located in Liberty Lake in front of Home Depot.

coco store wide sale!

Storewide sale at coco! BUY ONE GET ONE HALF OFF is back for limited time only! spend $50 and recieve your pick of a scarf, women’s headband or belt for free! Special on L. Ekstrom Jewelry! 25% off!!! Spokane Valley Mall, second floor Macy’s!

Jaazz Salons. promotions for May!

Looking  to brighten up your skin and your locks for spring?  Go to jaazzsalons.com and  “Click Here for Jaazz Coupon”  (bottom of the page).  We hope to see you soon!  Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

TIN ROOF 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SALE!

Fifth Birthday at THE TIN ROOF this weekend and they are having a sale and in-store give aways!  One of the most fab events of the year.  Mark your calendars for the June 18th Tent Sale as well.  The Tin Roof is not only Spokane’s #1 Furniture store (voted by the Inlander Poll, 2008 as well as Spokane CDA Living and NW Woman Magazine) but is an off-shoot of Acme TV, a locally owned third generation Spokane store.  Stared in 1945, Acme TV offered Spokane the exciting new technology of Radio, and in 1952 brought televisions into the mix.  Three generations later, Arch Hanley’s vision and commitment to customer service and quality continue at Acme TV, Acme Integration, the tin roof and concept :: home. 1727 East Sprague, Spokane.

Eyebrows of Your Dreams!

The Eyebrow Design Studio is here to create your own specially made eyebrows by intermixing sophisticated service with impeccable style. Get the eyebrows of your dreams by visiting Spokane’s one and only expert eyebrow artist. The Eyebrow Design Studio is conveniently located at 22 West Main Street in Historical Downtown Spokane. For appointment, please call 1(509)389-4426.

Short IS IN!

Style update: short hair is in! Award winning hair stylist Bennie Pollard taught a class at Jaazz this past Sunday and the verdict? A cropped chop is  in!

We suggest going for look with many internal layers like a rounded or stacked bob.  Take a peak at the rounded bob that Jaazz stylists worked on during Sunday’s cutting class with Bennie:

Cute, eh? Come into Jaazz and take your long locks short for summer!

Father’s Day is just around the corner…

Help Dad spruce up his look for summer. Print off this coupon on the home page of  www.jaazzsalons.com and bring it in to any Jaazz Salon to give your dad (or even your guy) a little grooming help!

Finders Keepers in the eye of the world!

Great news - Finders Keepers owner, Deena Caruso, recently branched out from her retail business, launching a new line of stylish headbands that are taking the international fashion scene by storm. 

Each piece in the D. Caruso line is completely one-of-a-kind and includes stones and crystals hand-selected by Caruso from old vintage jewelry pieces at her retail businesses. Her new venture was recently written up in the popular, nationalInstyle Bride magazine, comparing her work to the industry leader, Jennifer Behr. Caruso’s headbands will also be featured in next month’s issues of Italian Vogue and will be seen in the coming months in as many as 20 major fashion magazines. The pieces are also getting recognition from the entertainment world. Miley Cyrus has purchased 5, and theAll My Children television show has ordered several for their characters. According to Instyle Bride, the line is quite affordable for custom work, with the most expensive headband priced at $400. 

 

 

Caruso owns Finders Keepers at 112 S. Cedar Street, 509.838.4590; and Finders Keepers II, 18 W Main Avenue 509.624.1251.

jaazz summer tips from our blog!

Here’s a skin tip for all that humidity we’ve been experiencing lately!

To combat oil we recommend Repechage’s Hydra Refine Pore Perfecting Serum…it’s oil free, eliminates shine, oil and fights breakouts. Just really an all around miracle serum, but definitely ideal for the heat.

Another skin tip to keep in mind all year, but especially in the summer?! SPF!! Use sunscreen all over your body and use haircare products with SPF to protect your hair.

Thanks!

http://www.jaazzsalons.com/blog/

Retail Therapy at Swank Boutique!

We know you’re ready for some Retail Therapy! Head over to Swank at 915 E. Hawthorne Monday 6/29. Bring your girlfriends for Hand & Back massages, Wine & Goodies, Discounts & Drawing! Visit http://swankboutique.net

Praise the lord, summer is finally here!

While I have ushered in the first few true summer days with a sunburn, I am way happy to be putting my layers and boots away for a few months. And I’m also eager to celebrate all things summer – including light, sunny colors!

Lodis’s Amalfi collection comes in very bright, seasonal shades, like greens and bubblegum pink – but I’m right now partial to the lemon.

Check out my favorite pieces (from left to right in photo):

Large ballet wallet ($115)
Large clutch wallet with gusset ($94)
Photo keychain ($14)
Zipper card case with key chain($34)

I’m all about the large wallet, simply because I stuff so much, well, stuff into mine! My own is chockful of coupons, credit cards, and gift cards there wouldn’t be room for cash – even if I had any!

Post from: Shopaholics Daily

 

Great Nosey Parker places to buy purses this season: The Ruby Slipper, Cues, Finder’s Keepers, Jigsaw, Lake Shack Boutique and Swank!

Top Five: Summer Must-Haves To Get You Through To September

It’s finally summer time!  Which means you should relax in style. Luckily our warm weather recommendations are all you need to get you through the upcoming months in total comfort.

1. You need skirts.  Try pairing our picks with a casual tee on the weekend, or a crisp button-down for the office.  Check out Lake Shack Boutique in Liberty Lake or lolo’s in the SoDo District.

2. When it gets cooler in the country, try a pair of fresh-looking white jeans.  Our recs are all on sale, so you won’t even mind getting them a little dirty.  Cues is the best place to get fab white jeans.

3. Half the fun of spending time in the sun is getting to pick out a fun bathing suit.  Try wearing a monokini in a fun print, which is this year’s newest swimwear trend. Great place to buy monokini’s for a steal -Target!

4. Beach time to pool time to party time shouldn’t call for three outfit changes.  Get one cool cover-up, and you’ll be good to go. Again – Target!

5. In case a cover-up is too informal for any of your summer plans, try a safari dress.  It’s one of our all-time favorite basics. Check out Zany Zebra or Bella Jezza in Sandpoint ID!

Thanks to http://shefinds.com.

Two Hot Looks For Summer: shag & fringe

Take a look at Lady Gaga, Heidi Klum and Kate Hudson. Have you seen those long, straight bangs that touch just below the eyebrow? You’ve just been introduced to newest trends in fringe.

This summer long, straight fringe is hot. It combines sex appeal and fashion…definitely not a style for the faint of heart. If you need to update your look, go for fringe.

You might also pair your fringe with a long shag. Rather than opting for layers all around, try out shaggy layers along the face that begin at the eyes.

Try out fringe and shag and although it sounds a lot like 70’s décor, we ensure you these are some of the best style trends of 09’.

-brought to you by Jaazz Salons

Feeling Smitten? All the sweetness w/out the calories!

At the Makeup Studio in Spokane - Feeling Smitten Cupcake Bath Bombs are handmade with the finest high quality ingredients. Bombs Away! These cupcakes offer a fizzy, relaxing, moisturizing bath while soaking up a variety of decadent scents! All the delicious sweetness without the calories. These are great gift ideas for bridal showers, girlfriend gifts or birthdays! Purchase In Store Only.  

Original Cupcake Bath Bombs $10.00 and Mini Cupcake Bath Bombs $5.00 

What To Wear To A Summer Wedding

As summer rolls around, so do the invites to many a rooftop/beach/destination wedding. So be prepared with an outfit you can wear to any one of the random venues that will cordially request your presence.

A long dress is not something to shy away from as long as it’s a.) not white and b.) made of an appropriate material. Stick with one that’s lightweight enough for warmer weather, but not made of weekend-errand running cotton. Pair with neutral, strappy shoes, who’s color – or lack thereof – guarantees money well spent, as they can be worn with anything.

Skip the necklace and go for some colorful hanging earrings instead - they give off a more summery feel. Slip on a cuff for detail on the arm, and pack your bar money (never assume cocktails are free) in a  .

Inland NW stores to find similar items: lolo boutique, Bella Boutique, Finders Keepers II, Jigsaw, Cues, Swank, Ruby Slipper, Boardwalk in CDA and coco’s.

Contributed by SheFinds.com

Get the amazing BB Dakota Jacket from the movie Twilight!

Swank Boutique in Spokane, WA is pre-selling it now.  This comfy chic hooded jacked is perfect for any season. It features a fleece lining, ribbed cuffs, distressed pockets and brass buttons.  Featured in the movie Twilight on Bella (played by KRISTEN STEWART), this piece will have you channeling your inner movie star!  http://www.swankboutique.net/

Comfort Corner

 

Know someone going through a tough time, or one who has been diagnosed with cancer? Simply Northwest has a beautiful selection of gifts to help heal the body, spirit and soul…soothing candles, inspirational books, angels of healing and more.

Simply Northwest

What’s Up With Fashion This Fall? Cues Knows!

Shredded and Distressed denim is going to be a main staple of everyones fall wardrobe. It’s all about the Sophisticated Rockstar look and the ripped up and hand aged denim is the backbone of new laid back cool. Brands such as Current Elliot and JBrand are spearheading the distressed denim market.

Studs are Everywhere for fall; making a debut on handbags, jackets, shirts, and jeans. They are the ideal way to glamorously toughen up any look.

Feminine tops and dresses will be imperitive to every women’s fall wardrobe to offset tough rockstar items. LaRok has put out some great dusty pink and navy blue ruffled pieces that will be the perfect counterpart to a tough leather jacket.

The “Boyfriend” look. Every woman needs a pair of boyfriend jeans and a boyfriend blazer to go with them. They are a relaxed take on denim that needs to be paired with other structured,menswear inspired items. The Current Elliot boyfriend jean rage continues into fall tucked into a pair of boots and paired with a sharply tailored Elizabeth and James Black Blazer.

Leather Boots, Handbags, Jackets, and cuffs are a Must Have for fall.  Beautiful new zipper back boots and handbags from Cynthia Vincent will add luxury to every look and help to offset the harsh distressed denim.

Cues | 707 W Main Ave # A6 | Spokane | WA | 99201 cues

cuesclothing.com

Beautiful, Customizable, Earth-Friendly Photo Cards, Invitations and Stationery

At mygoodgreetings.com Rene’ Bross believes that special celebrations, events, thank you cards and even personal letters warrant being printed on paper to make a lasting impression. They believe in great design. And in making environmentally good choices. Mygoodgreetings.com is the culmination of all of these beliefs.

Mygoodgreetings.com was created to fill an important niche that was missing from the custom photo cards, invitations, and announcements available – eco-friendly products. By printing our cards, envelopes and address labels on 100% recycled paper on digital presses that reduce paper waste, the belief that great design can be paired with earth friendly practices is now a reality.

With over 15 years of graphic design experience, René Bross’ design work has included digital designs as well as traditional paper design. Her work has also been featured in magazines. She has a true passion for creating exceptional greeting cards and stationery which shows in her hip and contemporary product line.

Life’s truly special occasions deserve more than an email or electronic impression. Your favorite design, along with your personalized message on 100% recycled paper with superior acid-free archival quality, makes a lasting impression. When you send a custom mygoodgreetings card, it’s sure to bring a smile. And you can smile too knowing you’ve made a good earth-friendly decision!

Fantastic LavAzza Italian Coffee Beans in Spokane!

 

The Kitchen Engine just got in LavAzza Italian coffee beans and they are fantastic. They have started with two varieties, Gran Filtro and Super Crema Espresso and  have been brewing it in our cold brew Toddy, adding a can of sweetened condensed milk!  Samples can be devoured in the store!

 

To keep you up to date, amazing classes at The Kitchen Engine in August. Try their Chocolate truffle making class on the 12th. Download the class schedule here – Kitchen Engine Class Schedule

http://www.TheKitchenEngine.com

FORE! GOLF LADIES?

Fore! Women is an unique golf shop located in Downtown Spokane, Washington. We offer unique apparel and accessories for the lady golfer including gloves, head covers, ball markers, shoes, hats and bags. We also carry apparel designed for active and leisure wear. Whether you golf on a regular basis or are looking for summer apparel during those long winter months.

Fore! Women

122 S Monroe St
Suite 203
Spokane, WA
Tel: (509) 624-5204

www.golforewomen.com

THE MOST IMPORTANT PERSON IN THE WORLD … YOU!

Grassroots wellness spa and fitness studio was designed around the most important person in the world: Every treatment is tailored to your body, to your unique concerns… to how you feel when you are here with us. So when you leave, you’ll feel revitalized, relaxed and refreshed. Highly personalized and refreshingly intimate, Grassroots Wellness Spa & Fitness Studio has been conceived to help create a more well-balanced you, first and foremost, from within. Whether you are here for biofeedback, a simple pedicure, massage or a detox foot bath, our treatments are never rushed and can be tailored to your needs and interests. Our facility is a place for you to escape and unwind from all the everyday stresses. Our Fitness Studio has formatted classes designed to be personal and intimate. No mirrors for you to concentrate on what you see in the mirror. Our environment is a place for you to look from within and take a meditative journey. Here at Grassroots we want you to relax in the care of highly trained professionals. Grassroots gives you a place to work on the true balance; and ultimately, our mission is simple… to help your true overall inner beauty shine through. Check Grassroots out at:

Grassroots Wellness Spa 1303 S Grand Blvd Spokane, WA 99202 Phone: (509) 474-0213 Facebook: Grassroots Wellness Spa

FALL GETAWAY? SLEEPS CABINS, THE BEST IN SANDPOINT ID

“This is so much more than somewhere to stay … this is a place where special memories are made … where we feel so lucky to have chanced upon the beautiful location and cozy home cared for with so much love.  I felt immediately welcome and look forward to the next time we can return.” Can it be said any better than someone who has actually spent time Sleep’s Cabins? I think not.  Originally purchased in 1936 by Brent’s grandparents, Brent and Tawnie Sleep are the third generation to live in this wonderful lakeshore setting of Lake Pend O’reille Sandpoint Idaho.  Tawnie lets nothing get by her! She is the ultimate hostess and you will find no quainter, relaxing place.  It has every amenity for a family reunion destination, a romantic weekend with your sweetie or a getaway with the girls!  You place at the lake for all seasons.

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231 Lakeshore Dr., Sagle, ID 83860 208-255-2122 
Toll Free 866-302-2122 

 

 

 

 

FALL INTO FABULOUS READING AT AUNTIES!

A Spokane institution, Auntie’s is the best local place to curl up with a book.

New to Auntie’s – an email newsletter! Auntie’s is thrilled about their new ability to keep you up-to-date about their favorite books, the exciting lineup of author appearances, and all the other literary goings-on in their store.  Look for a second email later in the month to find out what else is happening in September, like local favorite Jess Walter reading from his latest novel on the 23rd.  Check their website for a complete listing of events.

To celebrate their new newsletter, they have included a coupon for 15% off your total purchase. Just print page 4 of the newsletter and bring it into the store.

 Check it out! Auntie’s Newsletter.