Duchess of Downtown Tacoma

Hello my lovelies~ Sometimes you just need a little help finding those accessories that set your house apart from all else. Here's are some fun, unique finds from our own Gaudy Girl Sales and artist Julie Luke. Gaudy Girl Sales Visit Ruby Lane Shop on Craigslist Or Connect on Facebook for all the updates on items sales and more! Little girl lamp. Kitschy goodness. Leopard print cocktail glasses. Why does this bring to mind a bar a la Austin Powers? Groovy baby, yea! Picasso Pillows.  I love this cabinet. It can easily be up-cycled for a more modern look.  Julie Luke Connect on Facebook LukeArts manages to leave me with a sense of awe after every viewing. She weaves epic stories and creates divine characters. AND right now she's having a sale on her prints! For only $10 you can get a 5x7 and when you buy two you receive a third for free. Yes, you heard me. FREE. This includes shipping. Cirque and the Duellum  Petunia  Helmet of Faith ...

Last week I announced some of the movers and shakers making their way on the scene in Downtown. This week we take a peek into one of them.   Modality Furniture 821 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, 253.327.1198 http://www.modalityfurniture.com Connect on Facebook Owner and interior designer Laurel Whittaker is looking to bring functional, beautiful pieces to your home. An artisan shopping experience, with artisan quality and personal service. All pieces on site are custom upholsterd but also available to be taken straight to your home. As a furniture dealer Whittaker has a huge inventory to choose from whether it be versatile rugs for inside and outside use to an array of comfy couches and plush chairs. Still in the beginning stages of setting up the store, the displays are warm and welcoming. Whittaker says we can expect an expansion to the back room space and she hopes to utilize wall space allowing young, student artists to hang their pieces for sale and exp...

Hello Lovelies, I apologize for my delinquency. Once in a great while the whole "day job" thing stands in the way of a good shopping adventure. As I was on the hunt for new and exciting home decor features it occurred to me that there's a lot of changing that's coming our way. For instance........   Modality Furniture 821 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma Neighboring India Mahal on Pacific Avenue a new display window has popped up. Inside lies Modality Furniture. Look for details in an upcoming blog and see if their style is just what you've been looking for. Check out their info as it's updating on their website: http://www.modalityfurniture.com/ . Poppy and Co. As of July 7th they will be located at 765 Broadway Ave., Tacoma Connect on Facebook Check out their blog! Once known as The Modern Cottage Company, Poppy and Co. will sport a new moniker, new location and have extended hours! Joining antique row and some other delightful shops on Broadway, ...

Where did all these spring showers come from?! Know what it makes me want to do? Shop online! Gaudy Girl Sales Visit Ruby Lane Shop on Craigslist Or Connect on Facebook for all the updates on items sales and more! This week Gaudy Girls Sales has some new additions that are must haves! Get your hands on them before I do! These chairs are so stinking rad. There's a set of orange and black and only $25 a piece. I know you owl lovers are drooling. How cute is this dresser/cabinet?! Modern shabby chic lovin right here and only $45. This Oriental Bed is fit for royalty! Le sigh. I know I featured this a few weeks ago, to be quite honest I'm surprised it's still available. It's fabulous! Happy Spending my thrift seekers! Don't forget to tell them the Duchess and her Ladies sent you. XoXo, Lady Jacqueline 

How's that sunburn? Did you enjoy your three-day weekend? Now that you've spent some time relaxing in nature with your family, how about you improve the view in your inner environment? I've got some options for ya.    Broadway's Best Antiques 742 Broadway St, Tacoma WA PH#253.617.3509 http://www.broadwaysbestantiques.com Connect on Facebook I seriously love this hat box. Upside down flower light fixture and, hey, is that am antique spotlight? How awesome is that! Desk cabinet Four orange wheat Pyrex bowls 1960's metal Halliburton cases Asymmetrical art deco cigar humidor and smoking stand Fall-front writing desk Dwell Home Decor 2716 North 21st Street, Tacoma, WA. (Moving to 626 St. Helens St. in July) Connect on Facebook Dwell has not moved into their new downtown home yet but we'd like to formally welcome them anyway. Here is a sneak peek at what Dwell will be like when it gets here. Now, isn't that better than a ...

Happy Home Decor Tuesday y'all! Are ya ready to get your inner interior decorator on? We found lot's of great stuff this week that are definitely pin-worthy . Have fun! :)  By the way, are you a subscriber yet? If you like what we're doing here, be sure to subscribe to the blog by clicking on the vertical line on the upper right side of this screen and when the little menu pops out, click "Subscribe." Every time you do, an angel gets its wings so ring-a-ding-ding baby. Thank you! :)     Broadway's Best Antiques 742 Broadway St, Tacoma WA PH#253.617.3509 http://www.broadwaysbestantiques.com Connect on Facebook Black chair and footstool Antique oil cans Black and white chair Hanging light fixtures Square lamp Antique photo of Tacoma POSH HOME 2502 6th AVE., Tacoma, WA. http://www.poshhomedesigns.com Connect on Facebook Dressing table and mirror Globe Leopard print fur throw pillows Click to enlarge Lov...

Home is where the heart is. There's no place like home. Home is where you hang your hat. You can learn a lot about a person by looking at their home, can't you? All the things we collect and display, all the remnants of our travels and experiences, all the things that bring us comfort. These are not decisions to be taken lightly. I still haven't found my ideal couch. It takes time to find these things. I try to make it a little easier for you by showing you some items that are looking for their ideal homes. Maybe you and your ideal items will find eachother here. You can tell your grandchildren how you met online. Enjoy your virtual shopping trip my friends. POSH HOME 2502 6th AVE., Tacoma, WA. http://www.poshhomedesigns.com Connect on Facebook Amazing chair! 9 drawer dresser Tall silver feather and various accessories Glass canister style candle holders One of many cool and unusual hanging light fixtures Burlap covered candle holders Posh ...