LOVE! Or, should I say HEART! Just in time for Valentine’s Day Report Footwear will be selling these fab tees in store at their Bellevue Square location starting February 5th. They’re most definitely the perf gift for your best girlfriends as they’re only $15 and ALL proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House!
So every month I search The Bellevue Collection for the newest, fiercest, and chicest must-haves to share with you in my monthly “Collection Fix”. Yesterday was the photo shoot for my February email, and if you didn’t notice, I’m over winter and onto spring! Check back February 1 for all my picks – we’ll indulge in bold color and exotic textures! Can’t wait!
I’ve found the best of the best for my February Collection Fix and Valentine’s Day Gift Guide! Fab finds from Michael Kors, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Sephora, and 7 for All Mankind! Photo shoot tomorrow! Follow my tweets for behind the scenes pics! @bellesvue
Have you started thinking about spring? Because, I sure have! As I’ve been researching spring 2012 trends for The Bellevue Collection’s spring magazine, I’ve begun to fantasize a bit about what I’ll be wearing… and these suede heels are on my hotlist! I love how they take on the vibe of the “explorer” trend you will be seeing this spring, so wear them with vibrant patterns and artisan detailing – things that look like you may have picked them up in your most recent trip to Africa or Chile! Of course, you only have to go to Bellevue to get these shoes.
Day three?! Geez, who would of thought?! If you’re in need of a warm escape, The Bellevue Collection (Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square, and Bellevue Place) will be open today, January 20 from 10 am – 9:30 pm. For updates, please call the information line 425-460-5950
Skin care and beauty products are always evolving! From seasonal trends to advances in technology and it can be a lot to keep up on! Clinique’s “Before & After Event” on January 27 at 10 am & 28 at 8pm at Macy’s in Bellevue Square is the perfect opportunity to tryout Clinique’s newest custom-fit skin care and make-up looks with an expert. Plus, you’ll receive a complimentary photo and gift with purchase!
What a week?! Our “stormageddon” has now turned into an ice-storm it appears – Brrr! I’m not going to lie though, I’m taking advantage of being able to layer up in my favorite faux fur coats, chunky scarves, and fierce hats and I am absolutely loving it – where’s the chateau?! If you are able to bundle up and safely travel, The Bellevue Collection (Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square, and Bellevue Place) will be open today, January 19 from 10 am – 6 pm. For updates, please call the information line 425-460-5950.
Hope you are enjoying the beautiful snowfall! If you’re lucky enough to be mobile in this “stormageddon” The Bellevue Collection (Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square, and Bellevue Place) will be open today, January 18 from 10 am – 6 pm. For updates, please call the information line 425 460-5950.
Oh I’m so excited for this friday! Hope you don’t have plans yet because from 8 – 11 pm Mad Men descends onto the Bellevue Arts Muesum! From lounge music and martinis to candy cigarettes and Black Jack, this time capsule party will shoot you back to the 1960s where glamorous styles ruled – just the right atmosphere to view the work of architect and designer George Nelson (BAM’s current exhibit)!
Interested? Here are the details! DJ Greg Vandy (KEXP & American Standard Time) will be there along with live music by Seattle’s torch and lounge legends, the Nightcaps Forever Plaid: Improv theatre will be enteraining, and a Martini Bar featuring vintage cocktails for $5 a pop will keep spirits high for Vegas-style gambling! Oh, and my fav, an opportunity to strike a pose: free photos and hot prizes for best outfits! Dress vintage!
$10 non-members/$5 for members. Tickets here.
George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa, 1956
George Nelson Coconut Chairs and ottoman, 1956
Shopping alert!! From January 12 to January 19 Forever 21 in Bellevue Square will have sweaters starting at $14.90!
Today The Bellevue Collection’s Living in Style home event started at Bellevue Square. BoConcept, Crate and Barrel, Gunnar Nordstrom Gallery, Henredon & Schoener, JCPenney, Macy’s Home, The Container Store, Thomasville Home Furnishings & Urban Interiors, Williams-Sonoma, and Yankee Candle all have displays up throughout the shopping center showcasing their inspiring selection of furniture and decor! Look for the displays at Bellevue Square from January 16th to February 5th.
So what’s new this year?! Oh, I have my own display in Center Court – and I’m oh so excited to show you a sneak peak! I designed three tables: “Under the Sea”, “Artisan Explorer”, and ”Belle’s Desk”! “Under the Sea” and “Artisan Explorer” are both inspired by two of my favorite fashion trends for spring 2012 while “Belle’s Desk” is a peak into my life as a blogger!
So inspired by the underwater world! From the creatures to the pearlized finishes of seashells - it's all about the little details and textures!
I couldn't find that perfect table runner... so I used a scarf from JCPenney (and who would know?!) The ombre effect is just perfect as it reminds me of the soft movement of the sea! To add a touch of the unexpected, I added silver urchin napkin rings by simply tying a not in the scarf and slipping them on!
This table is all about the handcrafted! I looked for the best textures, patterns, and animal prints to give it a real authentic vibe - something any collector of the rare would love! The frog napkin rings from Henredon & Schoener are a favorite of mine!
Carving, weaving, and printing... oh my!
"Twig" flatware from Williams-Sonoma!
What every on-the-go girl needs - a source of inspiration (Henredon & Schoener), a serious scheduler (Moxie Papergoods & Gifts), and an oh so chic coffee mug (BoConcept)!
My desk isn't complete without a few stylish accessories. Couldn't do without my signature B (BoConcept) or these spools of thread turned art (BoConcept)!
Of course I had to work a little fashion into my display! Here I've left a pair of my favorite dress-to-kill shoes below my desk!
Z’Tejas in Bellevue Square is helping kick start those New Year’s resolutions with its 550 & Under menu, offering flavorful, delicious and heath conscious dishes and drinks, such as the Jerk Chicken Salad featuring spicy jerk chicken strips with mixed field greens, roma tomatoes, feta cheese, crisp tortilla strips and sesame-ginger vinaigrette (515 calories), making it oh-so-easy to eat out and stay healthy.
The secret is Z’Tejas uses an array of chile pepper varieties to spice up its dishes as they’re good for more than just flavor. Chiles have a chemical called capsaicin that causes a thermogenic effect, meaning that your body will burn extra calories for 20 minutes after eating! Amazing!
