Seattle Style Guide 2010
From the uptown urbanite to the Northwest fleecester, from the retro glam-bot to the chic-y geek-ste
By Kate Calamusa and Michelle LaFrance December 14, 2010
This article originally appeared in the September 2010 issue of Seattle magazine.
Seattle Signature Styles
The 20 Seattleites on the following pages represent the epitome of local style, with day-to-day looks packing creative, personality-infused details. These style emblems embrace a larger trend: The “rules” of fashion need not apply.
The Best Local Fashion Bloggers
Snapping street style and talking eco-chic, our favorite local fashion bloggers are on the pulse of Seattle style.
Clogs, Bracelets and Exceptional Neckwear
Clogs, bangles, and ties, oh my.
Sizing up Seattle’s Hottest Model
Seattle’s contribution to the fashion world is, no surprise–a model with a figure women can relate to.
Barefootin’ It In Five-Fingered Shoes
What a Croc! Maria Dolan takes a new footwear fashion trend for a walk.
Tips For The Consignment-Shopping Newbie
Local New Day Northwest television producer and fashionista Heidi Eng’s crash course in the growing trend of consigning clothes.
Originally published in September 2010
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