Vain
Category:
Beauty Salons
2018 First Ave
Seattle,
Washington 98121
(206) 462-3334
I never received a hair cut that I didn't like when I chose to go to Vain's.
The shop itself is...
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I never received a hair cut that I didn't like when I chose to go to Vain's.
The shop itself is hip, clean and very well maintained. The staff are friendly and very knowledgeable about hair care. I always receive excellent service from the artists. They really take their time getting to know you, your hair type and what sort of cut and style you're looking for. However, they aren't afraid to tell you the truth about the sort of effort and time your new cut will take. They will be brutally honest with you about the kind of work your new cut will take once you leave the salon. I always take their suggestions seriously because they REALLY know hair.
Emmett does some of the best short hair/pixie/boycut styles around! Rachel (from the Ballard shop) is their curly hair specialist and is a good choice if you've got thick curly and unruly hair!
My only complaint is that their parking SUCKS. I drive all the way from Tacoma to see these guys (yes, they ARE worth it!). I have pay to park next door to the salon, so if you're in the downtown area I recommend walking or taking the bus. It is much easier and less expensive!
Pros: Skilled artists, cool atmosphere, good selection of products
Cons: Pricey, parking
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Duque Salon & Spa
Category:
Fashion Accessories
5348 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle,
Washington 98107
(206) 706-7177
I hate to shamelessly promote my brother for risk of everyone thinking I'm totally full of it,...
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I hate to shamelessly promote my brother for risk of everyone thinking I'm totally full of it, but here's the thing: I JUST had a baby six weeks ago and had spent my entire pregnancy avoiding mirrors at all costs while religiously taking my prenatal vitamins which resulted in waist length hair that had absolutely NO shape. This is where my brother, Bruno comes in.
I didn't doubt his capability to start with but after the haircut he just gave me it's definitely reaffirmed! He took my BLAH long and doing-nothing-hair and gave it the PERFECT amount of layers to make it bouncy, healthy and dare I say SEXY? Plus he kept it long like I wanted..not removing more than needed to give it it's shape.
That's right, my brother gave me sexy gorgeous hair that takes 5 min to blow dry to perfection with a paddle brush.
I was feeling super yucky with all my pregnancy weight but my brother really made me feel beautiful again. Love you Bruno!
Pros: I can have gorgeous hair in five min flat
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Elliot Bay Books
Category:
Books
101 S Main St
Seattle,
Washington 98104
(206) 624-6600
I love Elliot Bay's huge selection of books, and cozy atmospher. What makes this bookstore great...
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I love Elliot Bay's huge selection of books, and cozy atmospher. What makes this bookstore great is that the employees actually enjoy reading and are happy to make recommendations or help find what you are looking for.
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I Do Bridal
Category:
Women's Clothing
2206 N 45th St
Seattle,
Washington 98103
(206) 633-7926
I was so excited to start my dress shopping. I knew from the get go I would never buy a dress from...
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I was so excited to start my dress shopping. I knew from the get go I would never buy a dress from David's Bridal. I did not want a cookie c...
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Uwajimaya
Category:
Lunch Spot
600 Fifth Ave S
Seattle,
Washington 98104
(206) 624-6248
Uwajamaya, located in Seattle's International District, is a HUGE Asian grocery, fresh food, meat,...
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Uwajamaya, located in Seattle's International District, is a HUGE Asian grocery, fresh food, meat, seafood, and gift outlet. This place is S...
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Scarecrow Video
Category:
Video Rental
5030 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle,
Washington 98105
(206) 524-8554
When I was a student at the UW, I would routinely go here to rent the movies I needed to watch for...
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When I was a student at the UW, I would routinely go here to rent the movies I needed to watch for my film classes and history classes (even my English Lit - don't tell!). This is a really helpful store, with TONS of movies that you can't find elsewhere. I used to live next to the original Scarecrow over on 65th and Latona, and I'm so glad that they moved to this new, larger location (long ago, but since I still remember the early 90s with their little store, this is new to me!). Great place, best selection anywhere.
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The aquarium itself is phenomenal, but how can the great educational experience be extended? Be...
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The aquarium itself is phenomenal, but how can the great educational experience be extended? Be sure to visit the gift store on your way out. There are many great educational items such as DVDs, books and more. For the younger ones there are stuffed animal dolls to help keep the motivation and memories alive. There are also stickers which can beautify any school notebooks.
Prices vary - some are reasonable, some maybe push it a bit to the high end. The store supports the aquarium which is another reason to patronize it.
Recommendation - visit it last as it is located next to the exit. Visiting it early may get too much of the gimmes going before being awed by all the cool animals and exhibits. Use the store to enhance the visit and not a bribe. By touring the exhibits the kids may gravitate more towards the educational items.
Of course, if you're a Seattle tourist there are some touristy items too.
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Every time I travel to Seattle, I stop at this great store. I love the atmosphere as well as the...
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Every time I travel to Seattle, I stop at this great store. I love the atmosphere as well as the products!!!
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Rei
Category:
Sporting Goods
222 Yale Ave N
Seattle,
Washington 98109
(206) 223-1944
If your looking for anything outdoors REI is it. Not just camping and hiking, but bikes, skis and...
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If your looking for anything outdoors REI is it. Not just camping and hiking, but bikes, skis and more. They have their own brand as well ...
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Archie Mcphee
Category:
Retail Shopping
2428 N.W. Market St.
Seattle,
Washington 98107
(206) 297-0420
It's all the things you never thought you'd need - or that anyone else would ever need - all under...
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It's all the things you never thought you'd need - or that anyone else would ever need - all under one blessed roof. It reaches your deepest desires - your inner superhero, your inner nun, your inner clown, your inner dirty old man, your inner moron. Somehow, someway - that little plastic, cheaply-made object was meant for you. So, you buy it. And you love it. And you love Archie McPhee for being in this world.
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