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Goodbye Goods

My brother and I have this really unique relationship in that we enjoy shopping at boutiques together. I’ll never be able to live this down if I say it – but I have to admit that he has had an influence on my style over the years. He has introduced me to some of the greatest boutiques in Vancouver and to blogs that I religiously read on a daily basis today. Don’t get it twisted it though – I basically dominate him in the music department.

I am sad to announce that Goods on Pike St. is closing. I remember my brother taking me here as a teenager freshman year when I was into my sneaker phase and looking to expand my collection of Nike Dunks. Over the years, we watched the store expand on the block and as I went into college, I witnessed every guy in my freshman class discovering the store and proclaiming it as the best “underground” boutique they’ve ever heard of.

Goods hasn’t released much news on their closure except for this banner advertising their sale. We’re sad to see you go, but wishing all of the owners best of luck on their future endeavors. Hopefully the end of this chapter means that we can expect something greater from them later on.

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Built For Man x Bako Event

I attended my first “fashion” event in Seattle the other evening celebrating a new line by “Built For Man!” The event took place at Bako on Capitol Hill and was publicized by Social Werks Communication. Since this was my first time attending one of these, I really had no idea what to expect. Michelle and I mingled with our friends nearby and took advantage of the complimentary drinks. I even sampled a few of the appetizers provided by Bako and they were extraordinary! Char siu pork? Keep it comin’ please! Every guest received a small gift certificate for attending the event to be used when they return and I cannot wait to use it.

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Kaleidoscope Vision Review:

On a whim, I decided to stop by Kaleidoscope Vision yesterday evening for their grand opening party and was blown away by its beauty and simplicity. The space was completely transformed from when Atlas had lived there. Instead Kaleidoscope Vision utilized their large space leaving it open in the middle and having just a few racks of vintage clothing to peruse through. Around here, thrift stores like Value Village, Crossroads, or even Red Light overwhelm me because there is such a wide selection. It takes forever to go through them, but Kaleidoscope Vision’s approach was much easier to handle.

Each monthly showcase centers around an ever-changing and evolving mood, with inspiration taken from a multitude of sources including, but not limited to, anthropological studies of native peoples, alternate realities, teenagers, the natural world and the infinitely mysterious beauty of the cosmos.

Last night I learned from a friend that every month, Kaleidoscope Vision will display a new theme for their items. At the end of the month, all of the items not sold in the store will go online to be sold and then a new theme will take its place. This shop is definitely worth checking out so if you’ve got some free time today studying from midterms (and it’s a beautiful day out!) head on over to 10th between Pike and Union.

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Out on the Town: 2/3

A new vintage shop has moved into the beloved space where my favorite thrift store, Atlas, used to live. Tonight – Kaleidoscope Vision will be celebrating their grand opening with a party! Sounds like fun!

The store will house vintage clothing, books, art pieces, antiques, and little trinkets. Home decor stuff? I hope so!

Click here for more pictures of the lovely shop set to open this evening and will hopefully be with us for a very long time. I can’t wait to stop by!

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Bye Bye Flora and Henri

Earlier this morning, Capitol Hill Seattle reported that Flora and Henri would be closing their doors on January 31, 2012. Flora and Henri is a children’s boutique located on 11th and Pine. While I never had a reason to shop there, that has never actually stopped me from stepping inside for a visit to swoon at all of the adorable little pieces.

I’m actually really sad to hear them go especially because they’ve had such a presence on how I’ve viewed the Capitol Hill neighborhood since I’ve lived here. They’ve always been next to Molly Moon’s and it’s the shop that I get to walk by on my way to the park. Additionally, I’ve gotten to introduce the boutique to Gelesia and my friends and I were once accused of eating the ice cream of other kids outside of the boutique.

That never happened, I swear. It was a very bizarre story.

Flora and Henri will continue to operate out of their studio downtown and assist customers through appointments.

You’ll be missed!

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Out on the Town: 1/26

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Cupcake Royale has already started to roll out the infamous Deathcake. Tomorrow, at every location, they will be holding a tasting party from 5-7PM . At each shop, the Deathcake will include local libations and Capitol Hill’s very own Stumptown Coffee. The entire event is free!

For more details, click here.

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Starbucks Shop Made of Recycled Shipping Containers

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In Seattle, you will never run into the problem of not being able to find a Starbucks. It’s everywhere just like it is in every other city! Even when you’re not in Seattle, you can’t escape the coffee shop because they have branded themselves so well that even before you become a coffee drinker you already know everything about the company or at least the most important facts anyways. What I love about Starbucks is that they never stop surprising their customers and are continually taking their appearances to the next level. The newer logo is a little bit on the minimalistic side, sure, but in the Capitol Hill neighborhood the aesthetic of the shops differ from each other pretty drastically.

The Starbucks shop across the street from Seattle University recently went through a makeover in the last year or two and has adopted a more industrialized feel. For some time, one Starbucks shop was a shop in disguise with the same menu items under a different name instead of Starbucks. Another Starbucks location on the hill serves wine! It’s a little different, but that is what sets them apart from everyone else.

Now, if you find yourself in Tukwila, Washington, you must stop by the newest Starbucks location constructed entirely out of four recycled shipping containers. Not only is it resourceful and up to LEED green building standards, but check out those angles! I am digging the sharpness of it.

Check out more pictures and how this design came about here.

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In The News…

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- Victoria’s Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio is four months pregnant! That means that when she was walking in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show last month, she was about two months along. This will be her second child with fiance Jamie Mazur. The couple already have a 3-year old daughter. [Source]

- Sinhead O’Connor is ending her marriage after 16 days. That’s not nearly as long as Kim Kardashian’s, but then again she doesn’t have a show on E! so it’s not that big of a deal. [Source]

- Could Kanye be giving his career in fashion a second try? Rumor has it that the hip hop star will pack up and move to London to pursue a more serious career in fashion design. [Source]

- Capitol Hill’s Skillet Diner made the list for the best top five restaurants that opened in 2011. [Source]

- Who knew? Fashion designer Vera Wang is also an ice  skater! As if she couldn’t look graceful enough… [Source]

- Matthew McConaughey is engaged to Camila Alves. [Source]

- Refinery 29 picks their 15 favorite albums of 2011. [Source]

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Hooray! My favorite Victoria’s Secret Angel Lily Aldridge and her husband Caleb Followill of Kings of Leon are expecting! [Source]

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Katie’s Favorites of 2011

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Favorite Style Icon: Zoe Saldana

Zoe wins again and again with her presentation on the red carpet and at press events. Here she is wearing a Calvin Klein dress in my favorite color for 2012: MINT!

Runner Up: Elle Fanning

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Photo: Nate Watters | Apes on Tape

Favorite Event of the Year: Capitol Hill Block Party 2011

Two out of three days was just enough to make this festival not only the highlight of my summer, but the most memorable moment of the year. Who can turn down a weekend of great company, amazing live performances, free goodies, front row at Cults, stellar weather and meal breaks at all of my favorite restaurants just outside of the gates? You can’t.

Runner Up: Girl Talk at the Showbox SODO and being on stage!

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Neumos Basement To Open As A New Venue

Announced earlier this week, Neumos will be opening up their 200-capacity basement as a new venue space. The venue will be 21+ and will open on April 4th. Since the main venue will be right above the smaller space, some major sound proofing will be needed in order to keep the noise contained to their respective venues.

Well, it’s no new Neptune Theater like the University District got, but it is still pretty exciting nonetheless. A 200-space venue is slightly nerve wracking, but what a great space it might be for some secret shows that Seattle is known for.

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Capitol Hill Food Updates

Capitol Hill will continue to be bombarded with dessert options beginning late February when D’Ambrosio Gelato moves into a new location on 12th and Pine. Look out Molly Moon’s! You’re going to have some competition up the street. While we’re on the warning list, I suppose High 5 Pie, Old School Frozen Custard, Bluebird, and Yogurtland may have something to be worried about too.

On a related note, Old School Frozen Custard will no longer be serving just custard, but will be expanding into a breakfast and dessert cafe with coffee and pastries being sourced from other neighborhood shops.

Caffe Vita is now serving croissants including my favorite pastry of all time – the chocolate croissant! Hello breakfast every morning? [Source]

Check out more details and specifics here via Capitol Hill Seattle.

The Capitol Hill residents are absolutely spoiled with sweets.

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Favorite Capitol Hill Restaurants of 2011!

This year, Capitol Hill was booming with new restaurants! I’ve sampled many of them throughout the year and in my time living in Capitol Hill, but there are still so many that I haven’t tried. It also doesn’t help that there will be a handful of new places opening this January. In this post, you’ll learn about both my new and old favorites! Keep in mind though that this is not a “best of” post. I am in no way claiming that these restaurants are the best in their category, but these are the ones that I enjoy and they’re the ones that I take my friends to. With that, let’s get started?

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Favorite Fish & Chips: Pike Street Fish Fry

Pike Street Fish Fry has been across the street from my school for quite some time, but for some reason, I have always overlooked it. It’s probably cause I thought Neumos, Moe Bar, and Pike Street Fish Fry all merged into one and never gave it a second look. Over the summer, Lisa and I came up with this idea that we would have our lunch break at a different restaurant once a week. Now looking back on it, I think we only did this once and Pike Street Fish Fry was the only place we ever went to, but what a  great choice it was anyways! Fish and chips were a common staple for me growing up since I was obsessed with Ivars and Skippers, which means I’m pretty particular about eating it anywhere else. Pike Street Fish Fry is incredibly greasy, but deliciously greasy in the best way possible. That’s like a descriptive heart attack, but trust – if everyone else on the hill and on Yelp says it’s the place you need to try, then you just have to.

*Every third Friday, the restaurant offers free fresh cut frys from 5 – 7PM.

What I order: Catfish or Cod and chips

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Right Now – Until 3PM

You can ice skate for free at the rink in Capitol Hill! That’s a pretty good deal since it is normally $12 for adults and $6 for kids for one hour. But seriously – what could you possibly be doing today on this Friday. Finals are over, it’s sunny outside – but could be deceivingly frigid.

Details here!

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In Really Cold News Today…

 

On another note – the Capitol Hill ice rink opens TODAY! Today! Ice! Skating! Oh my…this makes my heart so happy. The rink at Cal Anderson Park will be open until Dec. 24th.

Admission: Child – - > $6, Adult – - > $12

The opening festivities are detailed here.

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