Fashion Calendar: Closet Karma Holiday Party

No need to wait until Black Friday to score amazing deals on your favorite designer labels. Closet Karma on Queen Anne is hosting a special shopping party on November 5th to help you stock up on all your style essentials before hitting the holiday party circuit. The "Better than Black Friday" event will feature an array of hand-selected merchandise that is perfect for the holiday season including dresses, handbags, jackets, scarves, shoes and of course, the finishing touch to any great outfit, accessories. Closet Karma's selection of brands includes Trina Turk, Marc Jacobs, Prada, Chanel, Christian Dior and even Gucci, at a fraction of the retail price.

Guests will sip wine and enjoy light refreshments as they shop the edited selection of merchandise and support a small business owner on the hill! The event will also include special offers and giveaways from SkinMD, Noonday, Robert Ramsay Cellars and Snap Custom Sewing & Alterations. Check out new arrivals on the Closet Karma Facebook fan page. See you there!




What: Closet Karma "Better than Black Friday" Holiday Party

When: Wednesday, Nov. 5th, 2014 from 6-9pm

Where: 2544 13th Ave. W. Seattle, WA 98109

Why: Because it's ok to love designer apparel and accessories without having to break the bank.

RSVP: amy.shopclosetkarma@gmail.com

The Stock List: Charley + May

You never know what you'll discover when you stop by Charley + May on Queen Anne. In stock now you'll find great gifts for weddings, graduations and birthdays, plus an edited assortment of Father's Day Gifts like iPod speakers, Seattle-inspired bottle openers, stackable coffee cups and decor for an "urban man cave". Ladies will love the assortment of accessories by Orange Box Jewelry, Flex watches, laser cut earrings by Vinca, Tokyo Milk body products, Melie Bianco handbags, soaps, candles and more!

Charley + May

2225 Queen Anne Ave. N.

Seattle, WA 98109

Facebook.com/CharleyandMay

Don't miss: The Tiny Carnival at Charley + May

Seattle boutique Charley + May is hosting a Tiny Carnival this Saturday from 12-5pm. The event will feature music, prizes, beverages and games. You'll also get to check out VANMOOF Bikes, a commuter bike designed in Amsterdam while you're in the store and peruse other indie lines including Servello, a line of organic skincare, and Namu, a local clothing line. Charley + May also carries a great assortment of Tokyo Milk products (which make great gifts!) and an edited assortment of jewelry from local designers like Michelle Lenae.

Shopping Tip:
Make a day of it and work your way down the Queen Anne strip. Start at Charley + May, cross the street to Queen Anne Dispatch, the head over to Boston Street for lunch at Grub. After lunch, continue back down Queen Anne Avenue headed South to stop by Three Birds, before continuing on to check out the brand new Queen Anne Bookstore. After shopping for books treat yourself to a Cuban Coffee from El Diablo and then check out the great cards, home decor and toy assortment at Stuhlbergs.

Charley + May Co.

2225 Queen Anne Avenue N. 

Seattle, Wa 98109

*UPDATE: Please note this is an old post and Charley + May is no longer in business. We wish Lauren Formicola and her team all the best! 

Seattle Holiday Shopping Guide: Queen Anne

Queen Anne is one of my favorite neighborhoods of all time. Nevermind that I live and work here on the hill (that in itself makes me only slightly partial), but rather, it's the amazing business owners on Queen Anne that work hard to curate the best mix of products in order to create a unique shopping experiences for their guests. In Seattle we are lucky to have so many independent boutiques to shop from this holiday season. Here's a list of Queen Anne boutiques you won't want to miss on your holiday shopping adventures.

Queen Anne Dispatch

Queen Anne Dispatch has been a staple on the hill since it was founded in 1987 by Jan Paolini. They just recently celebrated 25 years on the hill. The store is filled with an amazing assortment of apparel, shoes, jewelry and gift items from brands like French Connection, Kelsi Dagger, Butter London and Vince Camuto. They even gift wrap and ship all over the world making any gift giving occasion a breeze. The staff is well-versed on product knowledge and always eager to help you find what you need. 

 Queen Anne Dispatch - 2212 Queen Anne Ave N. Seattle, WA 98109 - On Twitter @QADispatch

Three Birds Home 

Three Birds Home made it's debut in July of 2011 and has quickly become one of the best places on the hill to find decorative home accents and gifts including dishes, table linens, candles, soaps, picture frames, wall art and more. Owner Robin Johnson shops markets in New York, San Fran and LA to fill her store with the perfect mix of products that combine innovative designs with inspirational colors.

Three Birds Home - 2107 Queen Anne Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109 

Charley + May 

To expect the unexpected is an understatement when it comes to Queen Anne's gift and novelty boutique, Charley + May. Featuring an eclectic mix of fashion, home furnishings, jewelry, accessories and beauty products this store has a little bit of everything for every taste. The mix of product is often quirky, creative and at times thought-provoking from brands like Tokyo Milk, Studio E, Topsy Turvy, Goddis, Reco Jeans and more.  If you're shopping for holiday gifts, housewarming gifts, hostess gifts or stocking stuffers stop by Charley + May and check out their fun assortment of unique products that will make the perfect gift. Find out what's in stock now on Facebook at Facebook.com/CharleyandMay.

Charley + May - 2225 Queen Anne Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98109  

Meadow

Tucked along sixth avenue west on Queen Anne, Meadow boutique carries a variety of apparel, accessories, shoes and home decor at prices that won't break the bank. Owner Shelley Hall regularly stocks local favorites including Sweet Petula Soaps, Woo + Co. Candles, Leah Pastrama jewelry and more. Shop the adorable selection of holiday gift items including soap dishes, aprons, mixing bowls, jewelry, notebooks, coffee table books and candles. This boutique may be off the beaten path, but it's certainly worth the adventure and there's plenty of free street parking nearby. Check out the Meadow blog to see what's in store now. 

Meadow - 1959 6th Ave. W. Seattle, WA 98119

Once Upon a Time 

If you've got little ones on your list this year stop by Once Upon a Time on Queen Anne hill. This boutique won the Red Tricycle award for "Most Awesome Baby Boutique" in 2011 and carries everything you can possibly imagine for little kids including toys, strollers, cloth diapers + accessories, books, clothing, shoes, keepsakes and more. Once Upon a Time even stocks a huge selection of European toys from Moulin Roty, Sevi, Haba, Kathe Kruse, and Holztiger. Celebrate the joy of childhood by stoping by Once Upon a Time.
Once Upon a Time - 1622 Queen Anne Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98004 

Stuhlbergs

Located at the top of Queen Anne, Stuhlberg's has been one the city's favorite independently-owned home accessory stores since 2002. Owner and co-founder Megan Stuhlberg works along side her mother Ann to carefully select the best assortment of products to perfectly curate your home from brands like Jonathan Adler, Juliska, Simon Pearce, Votivo and more. At Stuhlbergs you'll find great gifts like soaps and candles for the home, toys, books and stuffed animals for kids and everything in between. This is a must-visit boutique on Queen Anne that is the perfect place to shop for all your holiday gift and decorating needs. 

Stulhbergs - 1801 Queen Anne Avenue North - Seattle, WA 98109