Andrew Hoge
8 Seattle-area Men’s Wear Shops You Should Visit in 2020
Go from gritty to Gosling with our guide
There are many misconceptions about the state of men’s fashion in the Pacific Northwest, with the most prominent being that there isn’t any. While, admittedly, our fair city swings closer to casual than other sister metropolises, the local shop owners and their loyal followings tell a different story. Whether your New Year resolutions include updating…
Armoire Founder Shares Her Style Inspirations and Next Steps for the Startup
Ambika Singh helps outfit women in designer threads, but her aspirations—like her closet—continue to evolve
This article appears in print in the December 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. The brainchild of Eastside-raised, Dartmouth- and MIT-educated trendsetter Ambika Singh, local startup Armoire was launched three years ago as a kind of virtual closet and outfit rental service for savvy professional women. Singh wanted to save women “some serious time and frustration in the…
Holiday Style Advice from 5 Chic Seattle Fashion Designers
‘Tis the season to make an entrance
The season of fancy holiday party invitations is upon us. And with it, a slew of annual sartorial conundrums that can be difficult to figure out in our casually inclined city. Not to mention tricky dress codes that might have you scratching your head. Lucky for you we have tapped five of the region’s most…
Get a Head Start on Your Holiday Shopping at Saturday’s ‘Sip & Shop’ Event
The rooftop event features a curated selection from over a dozen local brands, boutiques and designers
At some point during the holiday season, amidst talk of holiday parties and eggnog lattes, the conversation will inevitably turn to holiday gift shopping. To some this can be a daunting task—finding the perfect gift can sometimes feel like looking for a reindeer on a rooftop. Luckily those on the hunt for sartorial gifts can…
A Tale of Two Cranes: This Local CBD Company Has Wellness Top-of-Mind
Founded by twins Hanna Yi and Susun Chung, Two Cranes Botanicals brings organic CBD products to local consumers
Among the topics in today’s crowded health and beauty industry, the idea of “wellness” is a term making headlines. Ranging from apps that teach at-home yoga to medical-grade IV drips, many are wanting to achieve a little more balance in their lives. One of the fastest growing trends, cannabidiol (CBD), can be a murky subject…
Best Local Accessories to Keep You Cozy All Season Long
Whether you are cozying up at home or gliding into fall’s cool embrace, these layering essentials will keep you warm all season long
This article appears in print in the November 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. From left to right: “Duality” silk scarf ($48) in red, black and cedar. Available at Eighth Generation downtown “Poon” cashmere and linen scarf ($500) in sky with frayed edges, designed by Aiayu. Available at Flora and Henri, Pioneer Square Ombré alpaca wrap ($570) in navy and…
Celebrity Hairstylist Chris Appleton Talks Seattle, Hair Essentials and Trends
The England-born trendsetter counts Kim Kardashian West and Jennifer Lopez as clients
Chris Appleton doesn’t get frazzled easily. In fact, the celebrity hairstylist admits that he works best under pressure, evidenced on Sunday evening as he floated between styling hair on models, sitting down for this interview then walking through choreography on stage. Appleton was in town to pass down the techniques behind his red carpet ready…
This New Downtown Seattle Gallery—with Art Jewelry Top-of-mind—Is Worth a Visit
Bezel & Kiln is an oasis of unique finds; from over-the-top necklaces to timeless men’s watches
It should not come as a surprise that Seattleites have a fascination with the eclectic. Whether you are staring at “Echo” at the Olympic Sculpture Park or admiring colorful paintings at local coffee shops around town; our fair city is filled with eye-catching and subtly avant garde artwork. This point of view is something that…
Local Style Icon Anthony Tippins Shares His Keys to Success
A longtime fixture in the Seattle fashion scene, Anthony Tippins proves that refined elegance is always in style
This article appears in print in the October 2019 issue. Click here to subscribe. It’s hard to miss Anthony Tippins, a statuesque former model who manages the downtown Nordstrom’s fragrance department and has offered his freelance services as the region’s go-to fashion show choreographer for nearly 30 years. But it’s Tippins’ ultrarefined demeanor and infectious optimism—despite a hard…
An Exclusive Look at the Nordstrom Men’s Department Refresh in Downtown Seattle
The Metro Level’s new look gives new meaning to the phrase 'man of the cloth'
To discover the latest offerings for the fashion-forward man in Seattle’s downtown core you will need to venture underground. Nordstrom offered Seattle magazine an exclusive first look at the new and improved men’s department, the last step in a storewide refresh for the flagship location. Famous for the Nordstrom Grill restaurant and iconic shoe shine…
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