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Friday, November 6, 2009
Shop / Event Holiday Charity Event at Garnish
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Fri, Nov 6, 2009 at 3:08 PM
Local women's clothing boutique Garnish is getting in the holiday spirit. They're partnering with Hope Dolls, a local non-profit that gives toys and clothing to abused and neglected children, and will kick off a three-week charity event with a party on Thursday, November 19th from 6:30-8:30 pm.
There will be live music, food, and drinks! During the party Garnish is offering 20% off your entire purchase with the donation of a gently used clothing item. Additionally, Garnish will donate 10% of your purchase to Hope Dolls! Be there to make a difference, shop great new styles, and enjoy some partying fun!If you can't make it to the party, don't fret, you can still donate and receive a 10% discount on any regularly priced item in the store through December 10th! Garnish will also donate 10% of the sale to Hope Dolls. We hope to fill the entire front window with donated clothing!
- Styles found at Garnish
Hope Dolls aims to help at-risk youth, teaching independent life skills and offering job skills training, among other services. Support them and your wardrobe, and stop by Garnish for some good holiday giving.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Shop / Event Varnish & The Holiday Collective Show at Radish Underground
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Thu, Oct 29, 2009 at 4:43 PM
It's never to early to start planning your social agenda as far as I and my dog eared planner are concerned. Next (first) Thursday is fillin' up mighty quick-like, and here's another one to add to the list: Radish Underground just had their birthday blow-out, but that's not stopping them from heading straight into another event with a return to their customary monthly shebang. This month's installment features the Portland line Varnish, as well as a group art show and sale they're calling the Holiday Collective Show. They've commissioned seven artists to produce works priced under $100, including painting, photography, sculpture, and ink drawings. And they will no doubt have the best spread south of W Burnside! Stop by a week from today, 5-9 pm to enjoy.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Shop / Accessories / Event Kevia Jewelry Sale
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Wed, Oct 28, 2009 at 1:38 PM
It's more than two weeks away, but mark your calendars now for the Kevia Jewelry Holiday Sale, going down Friday November 13th, from 6-9 pm at the Historical Overlook House. The Kevia line is featured in many national magazines and around the world, and the sale will include wholesale prices, plus $5-20 sale bins.
- Kevia ring from the Bamboo collection
Kevia designer Kevia Jeffrey-West was an undergrad at Lewis & Clark College (what what!) studying in Zimbabwe when she first started designing her collections. The line really took off once she moved to SoCal, and now it's a pretty big deal, but I think we all know it was the Portland air that got her going, right? She has cited the Pacific Northwest as a source of inspiration and incorporates sustainable and fair-trade practices into all aspects of her production.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Inspiration / Shop / Event Portland is Obsessed with China
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 1:59 PM
First there was the FUSE international fashion show of Portland and Chinese designers. And now that PAM has the China Design Now exhibit (Have you seen it yet? It's running through January 17, and you can read my write-up about it here) there are related events (and blog posts) springing up all over town. The one not to miss is OFFICE PDX's forum/party on Wednesday night (7-9 pm at the Froelick Gallery, 714 NW Davis). Says OFFICE's Kelly Coller:
In short:
The first part of the event is a moderated panel discussion on trends, design, consumer insights, culture and collaboration with 3 pretty amazing design leaders, all of whom have extensive experience working in China: Greg Stobbs | Retail Director for Nike, Doug Cooke | Co-Founder of Tinder Lab: A design research company, Greg Mitchell: Sr Project Manager/Design for LRS Architects, which just opened an office in Shanghai.
The 2nd part of the event is a networking/shopping party: complimentary cocktails, networking, shopping, art viewing, etc. We have selected a nice grouping of all new and cool design books about China that will be for sale that evening (shown below and online now) along with our usual 20% off portfolio sale, which we reserve just for events.
Per usual - it's free - RSVP not required but kindly requested to shop@officepdx.com - there's still room to attend the panel discussion, too.
I've seen the list of questions the panelists will be fielding, and they encompass everything from recommendations of design inspiration (take notes for your next vacation) to comparisons of the office culture in both countries. Plus the books on Chinese design look gorgeous, and New Deal Vodka will be splashing out free cocktails—holla!
(And don't forget to see the exhibit first so you have a sense of context, okay?!)
Friday, October 23, 2009
Shop / News Closing Sale at Olio United
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Fri, Oct 23, 2009 at 1:52 PM
Independent fashion and design shop Olio United is closing its online doors and moving onto other projects. Until supplies last, everything in the store will be marked down 50-70%, with $5 shipping to anywhere in the US. The store’s got tons of cool products and aims to keep its customers informed about where and how they were made. Partnering with many local designers and artists, Olio ensures that everything they sell is ethically made and with social responsibility in mind. Now that’s some feel-good fashion!
- Bo Boots Plaid Slouch available now at Olio United
Catch the sale here before it's too late!
Monday, October 19, 2009
Fashion / Shop / Event Minor Poet's Fall 2009 Collection at Radish Underground
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 9:34 AM
Today is the day of rest between fashion awesomeness after yesterday's cool-beyond-expectations Content '09 exhibition (wow upon wow) and tomorrow's not-to-be-missed one year anniversary party at Radish Underground. It's hard to believe, and great to know, that of all the shows in the past month there are still some Portland designers that haven't already been seen, but Minor Poet (by Kerry Ann Kimbrell and John Kwon) is one of those few. Tomorrow night at the party, the new Fall 2009 collection will be there in its entirety, along with pieces from other featured designers: Dust, Jayme Hansen, Reif, Studio SKB, Paloma Soledad, Jet Dress, Elyse Bunkers, Layers Squared, Maplexo, Adam Andreas, Aster Park, Gowan Metal, Warley Byrd, Keith McQueen, and Sahlia Michelle.
Not to mention: an always-impressive array of food, spiced cider, prizes and Halloween-themed games, free tarot readings, and music. It all goes down at the store from 5-9 pm. Be there!
Friday, October 16, 2009
Shoe / Shop / Event Timberland Trunk Show
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 2:38 PM
Don't get me wrong, I don't regret buying the beautiful new boots I just got at Imelda's. But were there mimosas at Imelda's? No, there weren't. And was there a DJ busting grooves? No, there was not. And did I get a gift with my purchase? Oh, no. No, I did not. But do you know where you can get mimosas and grooves and gifts with your purchase? At the Timberland Trunk Show this Saturday, October 17th at Lizard Lounge! Yes, folks, from 12-4 pm get ready for raffles, give-aways, 20% off Timberlands all day, music by DJ Keys, mimosas, and food. And beautiful, beautiful boots. It'll be a stompin' good time.
- These bad boys were made for walkin'
Fashion / Shop / Accessories / Event Local35 Party for Surface to Air
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 2:18 PM
Local35 is having a party with the jewelry designers from Surface to Air next Thursday, October 22nd from 6-9 pm. Think DJs, drinks, hand printed scarves and Tee's, and new necklaces that you put together. Yes? Yes.
- Double keys pendant from Surface to Air
Fashion / Shop / Event Radish Underground's Birthday Party
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 12:16 PM
Awesome boutique/gallery Radish Underground is turning one and celebrating with a birthday party! The SW shop features clothing and art by regional independent designers and artists, and each month on First Thursday, one artist or designer is specially showcased. So to celebrate this very special birthday, here's what's going down:
"We will be featuring one piece (or look) from some of our favorite local apparel and jewelry designers we have worked with over the past year.
Our celebration will be on Tuesday, Oct. 20th from 5-9pm. We will have free Tarot readings, games with wonderful prizes, delicious eats, and an array of local talent on display."
Friday, October 9, 2009
Shop / Event Deals for the Fall Season
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 1:39 PM
The Fall season means Fall sales, people! Let’s review the various events/specials that are coming up to supplement your pumpkin-pie-eating and leaf-pile-jumping activities.
- Fall jewelry from Garnish
Metal Mondays: Löyly Sauna and Steam is featuring Metal Mondays from 5-9pm every Monday, where instead of soothing spa music, they will instead be piping out space-rock, post rock, electronic, noise, psych, and of course, some metal. Plus 10% off. Woot!
Costumes at The Red Light: Here’s a reminder that The Red Light offers some of the best Halloween costume deals in town; this year they’re offering “racks of gently-used, packaged costumes for a fraction of what they cost new at the chain stores.” Plus, Halloween 2009 is The Red Light’s 10th anniversary in Portland! Double woot!
Popina Specials: Fall deals at Popina! From the press release: “All Popina Prints are 30% off through the End of November in our boutique! On Line Shoppers get 15% off with code "PopinaSwimmer" through 10/31! All Jantzen Swimwear will be 25% off though December 31, 2009 in celebration of their 100 year anniversary! Be sure to check out Jantzen at Portland Fashion Week this Saturday 10/10 at 8pm at Vigor Industrial Shipyards.”
That is all.
Shop / Event Events this weekend!
Posted by Ali "the Intern" Reingold on Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 11:54 AM
Okay fashionistas, there’s lots going down this weekend, so here’s a roundup:
TODAY/TONIGHT: Kalista Salon and Day Spa is having a 10th anniversary party! All day today until 7pm, you can get happy hour services for $25. Then from 7-10pm it’s a party; they’re hosting a local art show and having a raffle and there will be food and a live DJ and discounted packages and my goodness we are just so excited. Check it out at 137 SE 28th Ave.
ALSO TONIGHT: Two, count ‘em, TWO stores are having their grand opening on N Mississippi from 6-9pm. BuyOlympia.com is opening LAND, its retail store and gallery at 3925 N Mississippi, and Jet will also be opening its doors in the same building as Pin Me Apparel (3705 N Mississippi) and selling some great local designs, shoes and accessories. So come on down to the party and stop by Pin Me Apparel, too-they’re helping celebrate by offering treats and 15% your purchase between 6-8.
- Weekly planner by Little Otsu, from BuyOlympia.com
TODAY AND TOMORROW: Sweet Jayne at 826 NW 23rd is having a yard sale. Expect $12 items and an $8 as-is rack. Bargain!
SUNDAY: PDX Seamsters’ drop-in sewing studio is having an open house from 10am-5pm. The SE 1,000 sqft workspace will host this workshop, where you can bring ideas and fabric and get help from experienced clothier Emily Horton.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Shop / Event Nau Fall Launch Tonight
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Thu, Oct 8, 2009 at 12:02 PM
Back to life outside of fashion week! Nau is launching its fall line this evening from 7-10 pm at Lizard Lounge, with DJ Hot Biology, refreshments, and 10% off all fall Nau merchandise on sales made during the party—10% of the proceeds of which will be donated to Mercy Corps. Although I hate to admit the defeat of summer to fall, I could crawl into some of this insulation right now:
Monday, September 28, 2009
Shop Crazy Bananas American Apparel "Flea Market" Sale Tomorrow
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Mon, Sep 28, 2009 at 5:01 PM
American Apparel Flea Market, PSU's Smith Memorial Student Union Ballroom, 1825 SW Broadway, Tues Sept 29, 9 am-8 pm, free admission
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Shop Garnish Anniversary Tomorrow
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Wed, Sep 23, 2009 at 12:47 PM
Add another to the growing list of stores kickin out the jams for their anniversaries: Garnish is celebrating year three tomorrow during the Last Thursday madness from 6-9 pm, with food, music, drinks, giveaways and even scavenger hunts!
A few simple foundation dresses from the Garnish line.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Shop In the Stillness at Lille
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 3:04 PM
So it's been about a week's worth of self-torture ogling the orgy of new Stella McCartney lingerie and kittens that is the Lille Boutique blog—I am not exaggerating, look!
Anyway, let's just say there are some things in there I'd like to try on, and then as usual I tripped on a crack and found an excuse to stop in: Next Friday (First Friday, Oct 2) they are having their customary art opening, this time for "In the Stillness," an exhibit of paintings and sketches by Kari Dunham. And, because it will be Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 10% of the day's profits will go toward breast cancer research. There will also be a free prize drawing for those who make certain purchases, such as pink lingerie or Dunham's work. As always, Lille will pop a few corks and break out the snacks.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Shop / Event Frank James' One-Year Anniversary with Dear Creatures
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Mon, Sep 21, 2009 at 11:48 AM
Hard to believe it's already been one year since Frank James joined the gang down on E Burnside, but it's true: This Saturday, from 6-9 pm they'll be celebrating their first birthday with drinks, food-cart food, and a trunk show/holiday preview from store favorite Dear Creatures, plus 30% off summer merch. Do not miss!
Monday, September 7, 2009
Men's / Shop Swedish Workwear
Posted by Brett Glass on Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 12:09 PM
Labor Day is the perfect time to discuss my new favorite label, Dunderdon. Although it was created by a Swedish carpenter for builders and craftsmen, the clean lines, utilitarian fabrics and simple details make it universally wearable. These are clothes than effortlessly transition between bike and work, going out and camping.
Plus, most of the pieces are reasonably priced!
Frances May has carried the line since opening last year. For fall, they'll have several of the best pieces for men and women, including my favorite jacket.
If you want to check out the line before that, Local35 will be hosting a pop-up store dedicated entirely to Dunderdon. It'll be upstairs from their location on Hawthorne and 35th from Sept. 9 to 16th.
Forgive the blurry photo. Check out the full range on the Dunderon site.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Shop LAND: Buyolympia.com to Open Brick 'n' Mortar on N Mississippi
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Thu, Aug 27, 2009 at 4:45 PM
Buyolympia.com is what you call O.G. on the DIY scene, selling work by such icons of the scene as Nikki McClure of calendar fame, who will, fittingly be the first artist to exhibit work in the new store, called LAND (what is with the ALL CAPS today?) at 3925 N Mississippi. The online operation moved to PDX last year (its warehouse has already been operating at the same address), and will open its shop full of books and zines, clothes and accessories, records, home, paper, and kids' goods on October 9th. Here's a peek at McClure's 2010 calendar, which we be on the walls during the launch:
Friday, August 21, 2009
Fashion / Shop Get Cycling, Stay Fabulous
Posted by Will "the Intern" Radik on Fri, Aug 21, 2009 at 4:52 PM
So you've recognized the benefits of using a bicycle as a mode of transportation in your daily life. You want the tight, ass-kicking thighs, the relaxed conscience, and the wind in your hair that come with a cyclist's lifestyle. But you don't want to look like a TRON cast reject. Starting today, as part of Community Cycling Center's "I Ride" campaign, Pin Me will be showcasing stylish items that are also conducive to cycling.
Prairie Underground hoodies have long sleeves that can be pulled over your hands to shield them from the biting wind.
- Prairie Underground hoodie
Spiewalk raincoats protect from the cold drizzle like any other raincoat, but with a classy fitting cut instead of a formless bulk.
- Spiewak Raincoat
Leggings make skirts a less problematic cycling option and, bonus, they don't have to be spandex!
With a donation of $10 to wonderful Portland non-profit Community Cycling Center, shoppers get 15% off their purchases. Community Cycling Center provides educational resources; affordable, recycled bikes; and more to the Portland area. As if all that isn't enough, they're also giving away pins that say things like, "I match my shoes to my helmet." Free pins, people!
Get down there sometime between now and Sept. 13th and get equipped with the cycling outfit of your dreams.
Pin-Me 3705 N Mississippi
Friday, August 14, 2009
Shop The Three C's
Posted by Wm.™ Steven Humphrey on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 2:05 PM
Chocolate, champagne, cupcakes and supporting independent business? SOLD AMERICAN!
Shop Hollywood Vintage Moves
Posted by Courtney Ferguson on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 at 1:40 PM
Just drove by Hollywood Vintage and noticed the store is vacant (2800 NE Sandy). Started to panic, but was reassured to see that they were just moving across Sandy, to the other side of the street. The new storefront is MUCH bigger. In my hunt for a costume for a fake wedding in July, the friendly proprietor told me that if they did move, the store would start to carry a lot more women's clothes. So yay!
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Shop A-Hunting We Will Go: Olio Birthday Sale & Downtown Bargain Bonanza!
Posted by Hannah Franklin on Thu, Aug 13, 2009 at 1:24 PM
Portland indie fashion titan Olio United has hit its terrible (terribly awesome!) twos, and it's time for a birthday bash! Except instead of having to give them presents they're just showering you with stylin' party favors. I don't remember being this cool when I was two, but I'm also not a DIY art and fashion retail collective. In honor of their second year, Olio's online store will be offering a Birthday Sale through the 15th (that's Saturday!), which means every customer will get 20% off their ENTIRE ORDER. Just enter the code "happybday" when prompted at checkout, and you're golden (as in, you will have lots of gold left, because you just saved yourself so much money! Disclaimer: you cannot literally pay for online purchases in gold, even if you are Jafar or have mad ingots just chillin' in your pockets. Sucks).
Feel free to buy me any of the following from Olio:
AND THEN! The sale saga dramatically continues: Sunday the 16th is the epic and hotly anticipated Bargain Hunting 101 event at the Crystal Ballroom. Fifty Portland boutiques will be selling super discounted merch in vendor stalls, kind of like a flea market, only EVERYTHING IS GOOD and nothing smells faintly like mothballs or poo. Retailers represented include Olio (obvi), as well as all these guys. It's kind of a big deal and it will definitely rule, so get a good night's sleep on Saturday and show up early — the event lasts from 12-5. Check out these insider tips for an optimal bargain-hunting experience.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Shop Amy
Posted by Marjorie Skinner on Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Heat can have a strange effect on people, inducing mania of a variety of forms. For instance my friend who inexplicably started speaking in a Rodney Dangerfield voice while chilling white wine in the supermarket last night. Stuff like that. It's also alleged that yesterday some of the shops downtown that chose not to wuss out because of the heat had some half-drunk afternoon splurgers roll through. Bonus. Whatever you need to cope. And while summer is notoriously easy to dress for (if you're a woman, or just dress like one), that ease gets a little boring. Thus the fashion world's passion for fall. Idom just placed a new option on the racks, the Amy dress:
This is just as easy to wear as that stupid-easy tee shirt dress you've been living in, but the tucking and draping make it interesting, and it would be effortless for a wedding—I don't know about you, but I am swamped with weddings this summer (at $369 it deserves a more dignified setting than just eating popsicles at the park, at least for its debut).
Friday, July 17, 2009
Shop Nolita to Move
Posted by Courtney Ferguson on Fri, Jul 17, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Hmm, Nolita is moving. I hope I can still use my MercPerks!
From the press release:
After five years in its Pearl District location, Nolita will make the move to a new space. The transition will happen later this summer to evolve the original offering with a fresh approach. The current lease expires in August and the owner, Margit Meriwether, felt this would be the perfect time to redefine the Nolita concept.
In the meantime, all remaining stock at the Portland location will be liquidated. Select fixtures will be for sale, and all clothing will be at least 40-80 percent off retail. The sale, which Nolita is calling the “Movin’ on Sale” will run July 22 to July 31, 2009.
Stay tuned for the address of this mysterious move.
UPDATE from Nolita's Katy Kippen:
So... to the best of my knowledge, the owner is planning on staying on the West Side of town... location TBD, as there are several great spots open, and the existing lease is paid through September. The goal of the "Movin' on Sale" is to clear out the old, and open with fresh stock entirely. The fixtures were all custom for the Pearl space—the same designer will be creating all new cabinets & racks coinciding with a new "overall look" for the new store.
This all said... I will not be a part of the new "Nolita" myself, and neither will any of my former staff. However, change can be good! One of my former coworkers will be going back to school, and the other is busy launching his own line of clothing, and hopes to move to LA soon.I will be apprenticing for jeweler John Rink (see eat.shop.portland guide #1) this Fall and launching a new jewelry line soon. In addition, I've begun consulting with other small retailers to assist with their store marketing strategies...this seems to be something I (strangely) enjoy! :)
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Shop Nau and Lizard Lounge Double Team It: Pearl District Sale
Posted by Hannah Franklin on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 at 1:34 PM
If you're going through retail withdrawal after last weekend's bargain-hunting bender, fear not! Your next fix is on the way this weekend in the form of the Pearl District Summer Style Sale. Nau, a bastion of Portland eco-couture, is offering deals of up to 80% off at their "Warehouse Sale." Down the street, Nau stockist and partner-in-crime, Lizard Lounge, will also be offering up to 75% off their clothes all weekend.
Nau boasts immaculately designed urban activewear (think: stuff you can bike to work in and also rock at the office); Lizard Lounge's cozy-industrial interior and unorthodox approach to shopping (it's probably the only place in the world where you can buy sustainable utility pants, play ping-pong, drink coffee or booze, look at art, watch TV, and dance to live music without walking more than a few paces). With forces united, the two are unstoppable—these sales are not to be missed. Both are Friday through Sunday.
Nau and Lizard Lounge are co-hosting an opening bash this Friday from 5-8 pm at the Nau warehouse, replete with a DJ and free beer courtesy of the brothers Widmer. You can stock up on posh activewear at either store and then, uh, actively do keg stands all night in your new duds!
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