!–paging_filter–pSan Francisco-based beauty expert Victoria Tsai’s fine skincare line, a href=”http://www.barneys.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-BNY-Site/default/Search…” target=”_blank”Tatcha/a, has just launched at the Seattle a href=”http://\/\/seattlemag.com/barneys-remodel-and-party“Barneys/a. With formulations based on traditional Japanese ingredients combined with modern science, and inspired by beauty secrets of the geishas, Tatcha products are exquisite—and exquisitely packaged. Tsai’s proprietary Hadasei-3 bioactive complex, based around red algae, green…

!–paging_filter–pA well-fitted button up shirt can do wonders for a woman’s figure, in my humble opinion. Done right, it buttons without gaping, hugs the lines of her back and sides without bulging, shows off her lovely hourglass shape and strikes a very sophisticated and polished cut of her jib. Too often, though, the fit is…

!–paging_filter–pThe real brunt of winter is hopefully behind us, and our winter was no polar vortex, but the dry and itchy skin that results from being inside with the heater cranked has just been brutal this season./ppa href=”http://www.kiehls.com/” target=”_blank”Kiehl’s/a, one of my favorite American heritage brands, has just launched two new products, sent from heaven…

!–paging_filter–pIf you live in the US, the UK, Canada or India and crave cutting edge fashion from up and coming indie designers from around the world, Seattle-based a href=”https://www.runway2street.com/” target=”_blank”Runway2street/a is your new go-to site./ppLaunched today, February 19, by former Microsoft product manager director Rathna Sharad, Runway2street offers full collections from 37 designers representing 17…

!–paging_filter–pMake a purchase from Sarah Jessica Parker’s Nordstrom-exclusive a href=”http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/sjp-sarah-jessica-parker” target=”_blank”SJP Collection/a of shoes, handbags and trench coat between February 28, when it launches and March 5, when she makes an in-person appearance at the downtown store, and meet the woman herself./ppTime permitting (and you know this is going to be a popular event, so…

!–paging_filter–pToday, February 14, is a big one for a href=”http://\/\/seattlemag.com.239elwb01.blackmesh.com/nordstrom“Nordstrom/a—and for rap superstar Drake. This Valentine’s Day marks the launch of Nordstrom’s fourth Pop-In concept shop, Heartbreakers Club, and the first time that Drake’s clothing collective, a href=”http://www.octobersveryown.com/” target=”_blank”October’s Very Own/a (OVO), will hit the retail racks./ppThe shop, open at the downtown store, is menswear…

!–paging_filter–pOk, so the big day is tomorrow. If you’re looking for a good gift for your gal, or are in the market for some super self-love, check out these heart-shaped goodies from local merchants./ppimg src=”/sites/default/files/newfiles/unnamed-1.jpg” alt=”riversong” width=”500″ height=”333″ //ppHeart milagros necklaces from a href=”http://riversongjewelry.bigcartel.com/” target=”_blank”Riversong/a, $198/ppimg src=”/sites/default/files/newfiles/img_2318.jpg” alt=”hitchcock” width=”405″ height=”608″ //ppa href=”http://hitchcockmadrona.com/valentines-day-hitchcock-madrona-hearts/” target=”_blank”Solid gold heart…

!–paging_filter–pFlower giving will be in full bloom this weekend as sweethearts descend upon restaurants and card aisles in time for Valentine’s Day./ppWhether Friday, February 14 is a big huzzah for you, or more of a laid-back love celebration, we think flowers are always an appreciated gesture, especially when they’re sourced sustainably./ppJust like food, it’s important…

This morning, we editors were invited to take a tour of the Zara Seattle flagship store (opening tomorrow) in downtown’s Westlake Center — mere steps from our offices, which I see as being a huge problem for the old pocketbook. And friends, it’s glorious. The store design, the lighting, the clothes, everything. The media preview…

!–paging_filter–pHaving a kid changes everything, but it doesn’t have to end your bike-friendly lifestyle—something Dutch parents, with their country’s vast, flat bicycle paths, cyclist rights-of-way and sturdy, safe cargo bikes, have recognized for generations. It’s also a concept that besties and cycling enthusiasts Tyler Gillies and Davey Oil hope to impart to local riders with…

!–paging_filter–pShopping for a prom dress with a teenage girl is a memorable experience, as much for the thrill of it as for the potential for a meltdown. A failed search for just the right gown for her daughter’s prom, combined with a profuse love for all things sparkly, prompted West Seattle–based Crista Martin to open…

!–paging_filter–pLeave it to Jill at a href=”http://\/\/seattlemag.com/baby-co“Baby Company/a to import something (or someone, in this case) really cool from France and share it with us here in Seattle./ppFrom February 11 through 13, Parisian graffiti artist and painter a href=”http://catharinecary.wordpress.com/” target=”_blank”Catharine Cary/a will be tagging the walls and windows of Baby Company with her gorgeous, elegant…

!–paging_filter–pIt’s been a few days and your fanicure is probably looking a little worse for wear. Lucky for you, a href=”http://www.winklashextensions.com/” target=”_blank”Wink/a in Bellevue is hosting a Manicure Marathon from February 7 through 14 with special pricing on mani/pedis in order to get gussied up for your Valentine./ppManis range from $12 for an express service,…