Duchess of Downtown Tacoma

  Hi All! Sorry to have missed you these last couple of weeks. Even a Lady has to work overtime sometimes and due to a job transistion I sadly just couldn't fulfill my royal duties. But, here I am back in action and I want to introduce you to a new fun idea: "What does your couch say about you?" We will be delving into the psycology of the couch. Our buying habits say so much about us and and home decor speaks volumes as soon as folks walk through the door. The couch can lay the foundation for the aura of your entire home. Let's face it. Now I'm going to start with an example of what was once thought of as an "All American" couch. Not the type of family living the American Dream so much as a blue collar, average family with family spats, loads of laundry, hell even the opening scene of the show had them eating pizza around the table (not a shiny, white kitchen, imaculate, chef prepared meal). It was this couch: This was the couch where a ...

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...

TGIF everyone! It's time for my fashion picks of the week. I found some great items for those of you who are upset that the Oklahoma Thunder is no longer the Seattle Sonics. While they are going to the NBA Finals, you can express yourself with one of these shirts from Bleach. I also found some cute bathing suits and other summer must-have accessories. When the sun finally decides to shine you'll be needing these! Like I always say, why stop by the crowded mall when you can find quality fashion with more personality right here in downtown Tacoma at our own local businesses? Bleach  1934 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 Connect on Facebook Seattle Basketball Shirt (Sonic Colors) My personal favorite, Seattle Sonics Robbed Shirt Tacoma Anchor Shirt Low Top Nike Shoes Tacoma Bleach Logo Shirt Sunglasses London Couture  746 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402 Connect on Facebook A very high fashion shop, any woman can easily fall in love with! There is so m...

TGIF everybody! Time for my fashion pics of the week! I hope you enjoy my selections and have a fabulous Memorial Day weekend! There are a lot of great options for summertime fashion awaiting you below! Anew Thyme 754 Broadway Tacoma, WA 98402 Connect to Facebook Lovely and delicate beaded necklace designed by Susan Livermore Cauldwell (see her card  below) Locally Designed Pendent Black and white snakeskin print maternity dress with red beaded necklace. Who says you can't be pregnant and sexy at the same time! (sorry about the sideways photo)  Megs & Moe 2602 N Proctor Tacoma, WA 98407  Connect on Facebook Black suede heels- love that pompadour! (again, sorry about the sideways photo) Juicy Couture "Girl Next Door" Purse Jasmika 3820 North 26th Street  Tacoma, WA 98407 (Proctor District) Dresses and Outfits for Summer: striped tunic, blue cowl neck dress with brown straw hat, v-neck flower print, Wedge Sandals in...

Lady Kashmir is having her tiara polished today so I'm standing in for this edition of Fashion Friday. This week its all about SUN and FUN! It supposed to hit 80 degrees this weekend! Bleach Tacoma 1934 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 http://www.bleachlife.com Connect on Facebook Sorbet summer dress, braided handle purse Imperial Motion board shorts and tanks Summer Crochet TOMS shoes New POLER shirts and hats Proof Sunglasses  in sustainably sourced hard woods with polarized, mirrored, and standard lenses Baseball caps, T-shirts and other casual wear for men Northwest sweatshirt, T-shirts Hats! Local brand T-shirts Board shorts and T's Sunglasses - just in time for SUN! Whatever you do this sunshiny weekend, get your share of rays but don't over do it. You wouldn't want to spend the rest of next week all pink and flaky. :) XOXO, Duchess of Downtown

Welcome to the very first edition of Fashion Friday! Let's do this!! UrbanXchange 1934 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, WA, 98402. (253) 572-2280 http://urbanxchangetacoma.tumblr.com/ Men's fedora hat Men's cowboy boots Strappy gold medium height high heel shoes plaid skirt, gold belt, animal print top, black cardigan Fushia high heel shoes Purple Peacock 1744 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402 (253) 383-3200 Imported leather purses Grassi's  1702 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402 Connect on Facebook Black patent leather with red trim purse Sheer lightweight jacket, purse, necklace, hat and other accessories  Turquoise jacket Black and grey dress Pink pearl purse Dog shaped purse Pink blouse, black bedezzled hat with bow Jewell Day Spa 2501 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98406 Connect on Facebook PH#253.572.5224 http://www.jewellspa.com Faux-Pearl bracelets Silver flower ring Large silver ring Bangles Silver and green ring...