The dress shop Pala Pala, which used to be on Denny Way, recently set up just down the street from SAM and across traffic from The Finerie.

What’s in a name? It’s a catchy, easier-to-pronounce variation on the term for a youthful Japanese dance, and “para para” happens to mean “shining” in Hindi, too. So … the shiny dance dress? Well, yes, sort of. The shop stocks traditional Chinese silk qipaos or mandarin gowns in addition to mini minis, office-appropriate sheaths, club-appropriate slips, and separates, accessories, and shoes. Dress prices range from $45 to $300.

What’s with the miniature stuffed teddy bears in the window? We’re not so sure.