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Jan 7,2009
Now Open » Cocoon Silk and Bonnet
by pearlgirl
Caryl Brown has been hard at work filling the Gregory Condominiums with new retail tenants. Her latest additions are Cocoon Silk and Bonnet , which nicely complement existing fashion retail tenants Haberdashers , Lucia and Monique's Boutique . Henny Penny's departure will give Brown another space to lease, and we have to wonder if she has another fashion retailer in mind for the space. Kudos to Brown and Debbie Thomas Real Estate on quickly filling these transitioning spaces with such great tenants. Cocoon Silk opened its second location—the first is on NW 23rd Avenue—at 416 NW 11th Avenue. The shop offers handmade silk shirts, dresses, pants and skirts sourced from its family-owned silk farm in Cambodia. Because the entire production process is under their control, Cocoon Silk can also make custom clothing. Cocoon Silk offers handmade handbags and jewelry.
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Jan 6,2009
Closed » Fresh Skin Care Boutique
by pearlgirl
Fresh Skin Care Boutique has closed its doors at 908 NW 14th Avenue (next to Cheeky B ). Owner Jackie Chavez has relocated to Elite Style in Lake Oswego. We wish her the best. Times are tough. Please support our local business community! Other Business Closures: Nirvana Day Spa and Apothecary Henny Penny Aubergine
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Dec 30,2008
Achieve Your Fitness Resolution For 2009
by TeachStreet
How many years have gone by where your New Year's resolution was to exercise and get in shape , but by the end of the year you've found yourself having to renew that promise?If you aren't a hardcore athlete , and don't plan to be, then yoga lessons may be the genie in a bottle that makes your New Year's wishes come true in 2009.
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Especially if you have prior joint and bone injuries, doing plyometrics, weightlifting and running on a treadmill can put a lot of strain on your vulnerable body parts. The non-abrasive, body flexing, joint strengthening art of yoga is just what the doctor orders. The dual benefit of yoga over many other forms of exercises is that it is a powerful mental discipline as well. Yoga means union, which through my interpretation is the union of the mind and body. Practicing meditation has many great health benefits beyond the physical, as many doctors claim.&
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Dec 30,2008
Henny Penny Says Goodbye
by pearlgirl
A note from Henny Penny : After six years Henny Penny is closing its doors. We are sorry to disappoint our loyal customers, and have truly appreciated their patronage and will always cherish the joy of offering our unique gifts and apparel to the Portland community. Please stop by and help clear our racks! All of our new spring and fall/winter apparel and accessories, diaper bags, books, and toys are 50% off. Additional apparel from previous seasons is 75% off. Also enjoy great deals on our hangers, fixtures, and decorations. According to the manager, the owners have decided to pursue other interests and felt that it was appropriate to close now, given the current economic conditions. She says the store will be open until the inventory is sold, which she anticipates will be about two weeks. Henny Penny will be missed.
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Dec 16,2008
The Pearl Bids Farewell to Aubergine
by pearlgirl
Another local business falls victim to this merciless economy: Aubergine will close its doors no later than January 31, 2009. All merchandise is 50% off and store fixtures are also for sale. Local retailers and residents alike are mourning the loss of this small business—a neighborhood staple since 1994. We'll all miss seeing McDuff's little face in the window at 11th and Glisan.
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Dec 13,2008
Landlord Lockdown » Nirvana Apothecary & Day Spa
by pearlgirl
Nirvana Apothecary & Day Spa is the latest Pearl District business to be locked down by its landlord. Bear in mind that changed locks do not mean permanent closure. In some cases, it's due to a miscommunication . We hope that this is one of those cases.
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Dec 10,2008
How to Get the Smoky Eye Look That's Right for You
by pearlgirl
Perfecting the smoky eye look is the holy grail of beauty. For those of you scratching your head, smoky eye is that smoldering, sexy eye makeup application that can either make you look like a racoon or a bonafied man-eater. If you've tried to create this look for a night out on the town, you know there's a very thin line between success and failure. Rocky Raccoon : Easy. Adriana Lima : good luck. Fortunately, there are many variations of the smoky eye and there are no hard or set rules on how to get it. In this step-by-step tutorial, makeup artist Fez Vartan creates a natural smoky eye that will suit just about anyone. What you'll need: eye shadow: light, medium and deep, eye lash curler, mascara and makeup brushes ( Get Fez's recommendations ) Before: Notice the unevenness of eyelid oils and color. Step 1: Apply a light, neutral tone base powder color from lashline to brow. Thi
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Oct 30,2008
Save the Date » Denim Swap at Nolita
by pearlgirl
Portland fashionistas have an opportunity to do good, and looking good doing it. Nolita , Portland's destination for premium denim and designer fashions, is holding its Denim Swap to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Columbia Northwest (BBBS) . Here's how it works: customers bring in their gently used denim (kids and adult sizes welcome) to Nolita November 3rd-17th and, in return, get $25 off the purchase of new jeans. People can donate as much denim as they like, but deal is good for up to three pairs of full-priced jeans. Nolita will then give those old jeans new life by donating the denim to Big Brothers Big Sisters. But Nolita is doing more than just collecting the jeans and passing them on to BBBS. They're also throwing a Big Denim Party for the kids at the store, filling their racks with the donated denim and letting the kids "shop" for their jeans in a high-end boutique atmosphere to make them feel special. Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors at-risk youth he
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Oct 25,2008
Timely Tonics for Tired Tootsies
by NoPo Ness
Holidays on your feet and the drying effects of winter weather will have your tootsies needing a little TLC. Trying to come up with the perfect way to pamper yourself or that special someone? Look no further, as Portland is a town with a fetish- a foot fetish. From the feet only havens, to luxury spas that are foot-friendly, the at-home soak to the DIY pedicure- if your toes need attention take note we've got the goods for you. Pampering Ashiyu Co
8015 SE 13th Ave
(503) 232-0920 John Condon and his sister Carolyn run this foot spa showroom that doubles as blissful soaking scene. John invented these affordable, cozy and portable Footopia spas that are perfect for one but can accommodate your friends as well. Filled with smooth stones and bubbly hot water- Ashiyu's spas take their inspiration from the soothing hot spring foot baths peppered throughout Japan. Not only can you buy one for your own home but John and Carolyn encourage folks to come in an
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Oct 22,2008
Denim Swap at Nolita
by pearlgirl
Attention denim addicts. Gather up your 'previously loved' jeans and head to Nolita November 3–17 for its Denim Swap. Your jeans will be donated to teenagers in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program and you will receive $25 off a new pair. Good swap, right?As you might suspect, there are a few rules:
-Donated denim must be in good wearable condition.
-Cannot be combined with any other promotion/coupon/offer
-No price adjustments to previous purchases.
Nolita
923 NW 10th Avenue
Portland OR 97209
503.274.7114 p
503.274.7334 f
nolitaportland@hotmail.com
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