The Sunday Guide – June

The Sunday Guide – June

INSPIRATION STATEMENT

Notes from the Road:
We are in the home stretch of wrapping up the SS25 Pop-Up season, and boy has it been a doozy!
It has been our most successful season to date, and we could not be more grateful and elated that everyone seemed to love the selection we put together to take on the road.
Your response has been incredibly rewarding and it really does motivate me to find all the best stuff that will keep you surprised, and coming back for more.
You all have responded so positively to all the color we presented this season. Pink, yellow, and green; all the colors found in a spring garden. The gorgeous flowering trees–the Peonies, Irises, Tulips, Hostas, and Daisies.
I treated the racks at Baby and Company like they were my garden. We are thrilled you came to pick the prettiest of flowers to brighten up your summer wardrobe.

WORK & PLAY: POP-UP STYLE

 

I know our pace and schedule kinda freaks people out, but Wayne and I do love being on the road. We are, and have always been avid travelers, so we try to make our time on the road a new adventure wherever we go. During our time in each city we always take advantage of cultural and culinary opportunities. It sure does help to have friends that are locals to keep us up to date on the latest and the greatest hits happening during out visits.
The San Fransisco food and culture scene always delivers. We had a terrific time enjoying both. We saw an intriguing performance by the San Francisco Ballet: Frankenstein.
It was a fantastic combination of story telling and beauty that brought to life the original novel by author Mary Shelley. Very creative and original, with big theatrics!
The highlight however was attending a book tour event with author Suleika Jaouad, and her musician husband Jon Batiste. They were promoting her new book: The Book of Alchemy. It's a guide for how journaling can be a creative practice for living an inspired life. As Jon Batiste put it: “Journaling allows you to show up as your unedited self, as well as using this creative practice to overcome the
hardest times or capture the best of times.”
Suleika shares with us, in her beautiful way, the profound effect journaling has had in her own life. She has been journaling since her youth. As she explains it: “Journaling gave me a way to find a still point in a spinning world.”
The couple enact their own personal alchemy through music, stories, and an intimate conversation that allowed us to bear witness to the bond that has been created in their own life, love and struggles. The couple’s connection is powerful and inspiring to watch. They weave in and out of song, story, and a magnificent response toward one another. They made us laugh, cry, learn, and fall in love with their own display of deep love. It was so inspiring, I have committed (along with a dear friend) to journaling
myself. While sadly, the tour is now finished up in the US, I highly recommend and encourage you to get or listen to The Book of Alchemy. It will prompt and motivate you to put your thoughts on paper and get creative with your ideas, your dreams, and life lessons.
You will not regret it. Just do it Baby!

 

SFMoma is presenting the Ruth Asawa Retrospective - Stunning on all levels!

Shoji – This little gem of a bar/restaurant is hip and
happening - make a reservation! It’s the new itplace Downtown.

Copra – The decor and overall scale of the main dinning room blends both modern and exotic senses; bright and bold- The same can be said of the food. The dishes are modern adaptations of traditional Indian dishes.

Pizzeria Delfina – the quintessential neighborhood favorite. Handcrafted pizza, pastas, antipasti, and a great wine selection – my kind of joint!

SAM – presents The Art and Activism Ai Weiwei.
Ai Weiwei, the Chinese contemporary artist, documentarian, and activist has his largest ever presentation of his work on now at SAM. Fitting for these times, Ai Weiwei uses art to speak to political oppression, human rights and corruption. His work is his voice to speak up as an activist against the harsh Chinese regime, and corrupt regimes around the world. Do a little research on this powerful and compelling artist before going to the exhibit to fully appreciate the silent codes of rebellion displayed in his work.

 

Whim W’him – We have been big fans of this Contemporary Dance group since its beginning in 2009. Artistic Director Olivier Wevers has pushed through all the challenges facing regional dance companies to keep bringing compelling and interesting works to this small but mighty dance troop. They need all of us lovers of dance to support local dance communities so that we will always have them around to enjoy.

 

Thai Ku – Small, local, family run and AUTHENTIC.

Single Shot – One our favorite neighborhood haunts to gather with friends when we come to town. The restaurant is intimate and contemporary, and the food is both simple yet distinctive. Owner Rory McCormack is a hands-on proprietor who will most likely be the one to greet you at the door. Located in Capitol Hill on Summit.
(Parking is hard to find so consider an Uber)

Picnic at the Woodland Park Rose Garden -
As you probably know by now, I am personally a very BIG fan of picnics! I just love the whole idea of them. Located on the 50th street entrance of The Woodland Park Zoo, this little botanical gem has plenty of grassy areas to throw down your blanket and dine amongst an incredible display of roses, and beautiful garden design elements to discover. NOTE - The roses are just about at peak showing - Go soon!!

 

SIX DAYS LEFT SEATTLE!!
Six Day count down! We have been on the road for 51 days, and while we have had a ball, we are ready to get back home. The Seattle Pop-Up has some new arrivals: a small denim capsule from B-Sides, and a delivery from Brazeau Tricot. Susan Wheeler and Red Lemons Vintage freshened up the Vintage Collections as well.
Come on down if only to say Au Revior!!
HELLO SUN VALLEY
Hello Sun Valley! Ketchum store Re-Opens Friday, June 20.
Summer Trunk Shows: We have some fabulous designers joining us this summer. Do Not miss them!
 
June 28 - July 3
My Dear Tejas + Louiza Babouryan
Come see the new shapes, styles, and colors from two of our favorite designers. A beautiful combination of deerskin leathers and dreamy Italian silk dresses, skirts and tops. The fusion of both the masculine and feminine make for a delicious blend to make a wardrobe statement.
July 16 - 20
Malia Mills Trunk Show
We are thrilled to host famed swimwear designer Malia Mills. Malia and Carol Mills will join us as part of our Meet the Makers Series. They will be available for expert swimsuit fittings, as well as styling for the brand’s contemporary clothing line. You will not want to miss it!
Details to come!!
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