North by NW Fashion Competition Extends Deadline for Submissions

Fashion students, emerging designers, and talented individuals with a passion for fashion design have one more week to enter the North by Northwest Fashion Competition which is part of the upcoming Nordic Fashion Biennale that takes place in Seattle from September 30th through November 13th, 2011. The final deadline for all submissions is August 1, 2011.


Organizers of the competition also announced today the panel of judges who will select one of the two winners. The panel includes Yvan Mispelaere, creative director at Diane Von Furstenberg, Danish skin care guru Ole Henriksen and Icelandic fashion designer Steinunn Sigurðardóttir.

The second winner will be a “people’s choice” which will be selected by both online and in person voting.
“The hope of the North by Northwest competition is to provide unique, career-enhancing opportunities for emerging West Coast fashion designers to have their work seen in conjunction with cutting-edge, international designers such as Henrik Vibskov, Sandra Backlund, and Steinunn Sigurðardóttir,” said Ilmur Dögg Gísladóttir, organizer of the NFB.

All finalist entries will be displayed in Seattle in conjunction with the Nordic Fashion Biennale exhibition, and also posted online, giving people around the world the opportunity to vote on their favorite designer and help select the “People’s Choice” winner. The winners will be announced on November 15, 2011 on the NFB website.

Complete information about the competition, as well as specifics on how to enter, is available at www.nordicfashionbiennale.com. The Nordic Fashion Biennale 2011—produced by the Nordic House, Reykjavik, and the Nordic Heritage Museum, Seattle—will feature the works of international designers from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden, with a special focus on the Western Nordic regions of Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands.

Gilt City Launches in Seattle

The stylish daily deal lifestyle site Gilt City launched in Seattle today! Rather than just provide members with a ‘deal’ the Gilt City mission is to surprise and delight them with every offer that goes live on the site. From a meet-and-greet with the chef of one of the city’s legendary restaurants to an extra and unexpected 15-minute massage after an incredible facial, Gilt members will get insider access to the latest and greatest experiences and adventures the city has to offer. To make the deals as authentic to Seattle as possible, Gilt City has local "curators" to interact with businesses and offer members deals that are uniquely Seattle.


Seattle's head curator is Tina Kirkpatrick. Tina formerly worked at Seattle Metropolitan Bride & Groom magazine in advertising. Born and raised in Seattle. Tina lives in the heart of Downtown Seattle and sees her ideal Gilt City offer as one that incorporates delectable food, amazing entertainment and the vibrant community of Seattle.

Not a member? Sign up for Gilt City now!

Queen Anne Sidewalk Sale July 9-10

Don't miss the Queen Anne sidewalk sale July 9th and 10th! Participating businesses will display yellow balloons outside their stores and feature discounts of up to 60% off select merchandise. You won't want to miss the great deals on apparel and accessories at Queen Anne Dispatch. Head across the street to Charley + May for special merchandise priced at $10, $20 and $30.

Bellevue Fashion Week Returns

A full line-up of fashion week festivities has been announced on The Bellevue Collection.com. Highlights include theNordstrom Fall Runway Show on Thursday, September 29th at Hyatt Regency Bellevue. The Vogue Front Row fashion show will take place on Saturday, October 1st, also at the Hyatt. 100% of the ticket price from the Vogue show benefits The Moyer Foundation. A VIP Shopping night will take place immediately following the Front Row Fashion show featuring special offers from a variety of The Bellevue Collection shops including A|X Armani Exchange, BCBG Max Azria, Free People, GUESS, J.Crew, Montblanc, Obadiah Salon, REPORT Footwear, Sephora, True Religion and more. For a full Fashion week schedule click here.

Don't miss the Ultimate Girls Night Out

The CRAVE Summer Party is back! Sponsored by The Woodmark in Kirkland, the ultimate girls’ night out features indulgent mini-spa treatments, beauty bars, PINK summer-inspired cocktails, fashion shows, shopping, savory bites, sweet treats and many opportunities to grow your network with new CRAVE connections!

This year's participating vendors include:

• Opal
• Bag, Borrow or Steal
• Rachel Gonzalez Photograhy
• GEM Salon
• Swink Style Bar
• Astro Style
• La Bijou
• Queen Anne Dispatch
• Shampoo Bar Organic Salon
• Dentiste / Kate McKinney
• Obadiah Salon
• VLV Style
• Calidora Skin Clinic
• Fly Fitness
• CRAVE Health
• Fidler on the Tooth
• Pala Pala Dress Boutique
• Mendhi Madness (Henna Tattoos!)
• Kathy Evans Beauty Studio
• Sugar, Sugar
• Oasis Spa & Salon
• Smoochies
• Don't miss raffle prizes by Savor Seattle Food Tours, The Pink Door, Clarisonic and more!
• Music provided by DJ Ricki Leigh

WHAT: CRAVE Summer Party "The Ultimate Girls Night Out"

WHEN: Wednesday, August 17th, 6-9pm

WHERE: The Woodmark Hotel, 1200 Carillon Point, Kirkland, W

TICKETS: $25 now until July 1st / $35 after July 1st (Ticket price includes dinner, dessert, raffle ticket, spa & beauty treatments*, and swag bags for the first 200 guests.)



*Spa & Beauty treatments are complimentary and offered on a first come, first serve basis. Guests will also have the option to "upgrade" their service by adding additional products or items like feathers for their hair, etc.

Mommy Caravan: Now on LIVING SOCIAL

One of my favorite memories from last spring was running around Greenlake in the sunshine with my other mommy friends as part of Beth Baker's 'Mommy Caravan' class. It was a mob of strollers, brand new babies and mommies who wanted to get back into shape and socialize. It was PERFECT! You'll make new friends, feel amazing and learn to run a 5k with your stroller. The best part? No running experience is necessary. Prior to taking this class I was convinced that running just wasn't for me until Coach Beth made me realize how empowering running really could be. The Mommy Caravan experience is now on Living Social for $42 (normally $85), but hurry because the deal is only good for one more day- so act fast!

Not a mom? No worries! Beth also coaches wanna-be runners in her Couch Potato to 5k classes through her other company, Running Evolution.

SPORTSWISE SALE HITS FREMONT

Compliment your healthy lifestyle with stylish fitness gear at the Sportwise sale in Fremont June 17th-19th featuring 30 - 80% off merchandise from brands including Loeka, Dude Girl, Karma, Oiselle, Vertical Girl, Horny Toad and Merrell. When you're in Fremont you'll also want to check out the Summer Solstice Parade, Saturday the 18th at noon. The fun continues on Sunday with the Fremont Fair which will be open until 6 p.m. If you're an early bird you'll want to check out Yoga for the Solstice taking place at 10:30am on Sunday presented by Planet Earth Yoga and KING Snacks. Grab your mat and join a one-hour yoga practice for all levels. For more information about these events, visit www.fremontfair.org.

The Sportswise sale will be held at The Canal Building, 716 North 34th Street in Fremont. A Friends and Family Pre-Sale for the SportsWise mailing list members will take place on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Raffles and door prizes from leading local Clubs and Studios will be given out all weekend long!

“Seattle women have great style and they love to workout!” said SportsWise President Lara Dittoe. “At SportsWise, we not only ensure women are getting the best deal from competitive stores to the internet, but we’re also providing functional clothing they can wear before, during and after a workout.”

Happy Shopping!