Should a clothing store depict local style, or should a sophisticated & authentic boutique integrate International and imported fashions?
—– Here’s the catch (for those local), Seattle fashion consists of North Face & Patagonia. Good if your in the Himalaya’s but not good enough to be deemed fashion —–
Atsui Tokyo – is a boutique that displays sophistication & authenticity. Tucked in a basement-like space off Madison St., Atsui’s clothing labels live up to the store thesis: “Cutting-Edge Designer Fashion from, Tokyo, Japan for Men & Women.” If the bright red A-board on 1st St. doesn’t capture your attention, then the selection will! They stock brands like Mr. Olive, Man of Moods, Hysteric, Cookie Fortune and Filly O’Lynx. Labels that any proper Japanese fashionista would adore! Not familiar with such brands?!
That is exactly why this is a Stevon Selection, as well as trying to assist Atsui Tokyo in their appeal to integrate International and imported Fashion to Seattle. The atmosphere is nothing like that of a basement, especially with the perpetual “Poppy-Dancelike” Tokyo Cruise Compilation CD playing in the background. After shopping here it will really make you say “I think I (wanna) Turn Japanese!”
Jay – the man of the shop adds a welcoming shopping environment while keeping the clothing labels current and specific. His knowledge is intimidating…but inspiring. Check out some of the information on the Atsui blog! It certainly contrasts the ideolog, “fashion for fashion sake” (Oscar Wilde’s famous ”Art for art’s sake” quote). After reading the Why Japanese Denim? blog entry and the numerous reasons explaining How Japanese Selvage denim is much more than just jeans, you begin to understand the art and precision to such clothing, which truely may be deemed fashion.
Masako, who is usually present on the weekends adds the female touch to the store while ensuring a variety of womens clothing, especially in petite sizes. Ladies who follow/read/look at stevonselects now you have reason to visit Atsui! When talking with her I was informed that they receive many online sales due to fashionista’s searching for a particular brand. Shoppers come from London, Paris, New York, Los Angeles and more – which goes to show that people come virtually from around the world to visit an online store (which is only half as good as the real thing), a store that we in Seattle have in our backyard!
If you can’t visit Tokyo anytime soon, go to Atsui!
1.) New spring line from Man of Moods
2.) Jean selection
3.) Local Model Sean Howell in Man of Moods
Store & more can be found at: http://www.shop.atsuitokyo.com
I picked my favorite clothing store…closest to the computer I am working at right now.
Marqsmen. It is in Bellevue – don’t laugh, its legitimate! Yes, yes Belle-Gay or AfflictionLand (affliction being the clothing brand). Whatever! Marqsmen was featured in this years: Esquire’s {The} Big Black Book!!
Marcus, the man who runs the show (and owns the store) does a fantastic job buying as many of his labels are unique to Seattle. His recent National and International soujourning brings back labels such as, McQ Alexander McQueen, Trovata, Jack Spade, Yohji Yamamoto & Martin Margiela. For the usual Seattle – Bellevue crowd he carries tedious Nordstrom-like labels; 7 For All Man Kind, Rock & Republic & Earnest Sewn. You can find more at http://marqsmen.com/
Fortunately Fashion in Seattle is expanding. As it does, I will keep you updated on events, stores and general info. I will select the things worth your while and even those I do not particularily desire…Besides its up to each one to decide – the reason I have included polls on each post!
What I may appreciate most about fashion is that it encorporates and includes whole spectrum of the arts. Fashion shows exhibit lighting and set design, websites parade creative graphic and visual art, while clothing is an art form itself. With each new clothing line selected come the discovery of a new artist.
Please view this very entertaining and amusing website.
Scandinavian clothing line designer, Designers Remix Collection, is said to be inspired by the unpredictability of women making for an “edgy and slightly askew” style.
Recently Ms. Eskildsen was nominated as the “Best Danish Designer” by her fashion peers and received the first Dansk Fashion Award.
“My designs are for positive, sophisticated women with poise and power…I love to intermingle different design elements in a way that re-defines femininity. And to give women a new reason for feeling beautiful.”
New reason for feeling beautiful? Don’t all new clothes do that, ladies?
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In 2005 an agreement between Giorgio Armani and Mohamed Ali Alabbar set into affect the creation of Armani Hotels and Resorts.
Milano - Hotel
The exclusive flagship property is said to open late 2009, consisting of 95 guestrooms and suites, an Armani Spa, gourmet restaurant and business facilities.
Dubai - Hotel and Residencies
Situated in the Burj Dubai which will be known as the worlds tallest residential and commercial tower; 700m tall including 162 above ground floors. The Hotel includes 160 guest rooms and suites, Private Members Club, two gourmet restaurants and a nightclub. Furthermore 160 stylish and sophisticated residencies all designed by Armani will be included within the tower levels 9-16. Currently scheduled to open sometime in 2009.
Here are a few photos of the Armani showrooms and the project during various phases.
Its the eve of 2009 and I am here at a hotel…”my” hotel. Yes I am working. But not to despair I have the beautiful collection of Bulagri Hotels to show. Cheers to 09!
