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Everyone loves a new space, and in Seattle we prefer them to be brick-walled and high-of-ceilings; 1927 Events was a perfect spot for our premiere holiday shopping pop-up.
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And 1927’s partner, Feed Co. Catering (helmed by top chef Scott Staples of Zoe and Quinn’s), was a fantastic collaborator. We’re still getting questions about the sweets and appetizers they shared with shoppers. Their macarons are to-die-for!
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And 1927’s partner, Feed Co. Catering (helmed by top chef Scott Staples of Zoe and Quinn’s), was a fantastic collaborator. We’re still getting questions about the sweets and appetizers they shared with shoppers. Their macarons are to-die-for!
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The idea behind Bedecked and Bejeweled was to continue a fundraising event that Leslie Chihuly and the Seattle Symphony started last year—and also, to bring to life the gift guide in our November issue. Items like the ultra-charming and so Seattle-y LED-lit constellation cross stitch kit pictured here from Ada’s Technical Books, appeared in our pages, and at our pop-up.
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The idea behind Bedecked and Bejeweled was to continue a fundraising event that Leslie Chihuly and the Seattle Symphony started last year—and also, to bring to life the gift guide in our November issue. Items like the ultra-charming and so Seattle-y LED-lit constellation cross stitch kit pictured here from Ada’s Technical Books, appeared in our pages, and at our pop-up.
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This bag from Kirkland retailer Asher Goods was one of the first items to go. The VIP hour started at 5, and from the get-go, folks were there to buy.
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This bag from Kirkland retailer Asher Goods was one of the first items to go. The VIP hour started at 5, and from the get-go, folks were there to buy.
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Vendors like Baby and Co., the co-ed boutique on First Avenue, brought their most giftable objects for the crowds to survey.
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Vendors like Baby and Co., the co-ed boutique on First Avenue, brought their most giftable objects for the crowds to survey.
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Baby and Co. co-owner Wayne Donnelly reports they did big business on scarves and hats.
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Baby and Co. co-owner Wayne Donnelly reports they did big business on scarves and hats.
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We loved seeing shop owners, gift certificate donators, and community tastemakers shopping together and catching up.
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Another aspect of the shopping experience was a gift certificate wall where buyers could chose from a range of experiences donated by our favorite spas, inns, craftsmen, and more. Here, hair stylist Gerald Wu—who donated a cut in his supercool Pioneer Square loft—chooses a gift certificate of his own, exchangeable for Symphony tickets.
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Another aspect of the shopping experience was a gift certificate wall where buyers could chose from a range of experiences donated by our favorite spas, inns, craftsmen, and more. Here, hair stylist Gerald Wu—who donated a cut in his supercool Pioneer Square loft—chooses a gift certificate of his own, exchangeable for Symphony tickets.
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We loved seeing shop owners, gift certificate donators, and community tastemakers shopping together and catching up.
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and handmade silk bow ties by Michael Cepress.
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Shamila Jiwa’s gemstone jewelry was a hit …
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so was Stella and Dot’s more casual costume jewelry.
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so was Stella and Dot’s more casual costume jewelry.
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Shamila Jiwa’s gemstone jewelry was a hit …
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For guys, there were locally made cufflinks…
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and offering Old Country traditions.
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and handmade silk bow ties by Michael Cepress.
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The crew from Pirkko representing Northwest heritage…
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We’re a pen-and-paper town; Ilee’s letterpress cards and calendars were a natural fit.
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For guys, there were locally made cufflinks…
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And the designer herself.
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The crew from Pirkko representing Northwest heritage…
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We’re a pen-and-paper town; Ilee’s letterpress cards and calendars were a natural fit.
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and offering Old Country traditions.
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And friends and family of little ones were in love with the locally made line Holt & Lulu. Tiny leather Peter Pan color? So sweet!
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We’re a kitchen-centric town, too, so implements like this pizza pi cutter were popular.
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Excellently handmade shirts from Tarboo were there for the menfolk on shoppers’ lists.
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For the style-centric, new styles for the kitchen and the body by Jessalin Beutler, and
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Better luck next time. Time? How about these watches from Click! Design that Fits?
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new coat styles by Elizabeth Roberts.
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Everyone loves a new space, and in Seattle we prefer them to be brick-walled and high-of-ceilings; 1927 Events was a perfect spot for our premiere holiday shopping pop-up.
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And the designer herself.
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We’re a kitchen-centric town, too, so implements like this pizza pi cutter were popular.
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Excellently handmade shirts from Tarboo were there for the menfolk on shoppers’ lists.
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new coat styles by Elizabeth Roberts.
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And friends and family of little ones were in love with the locally made line Holt & Lulu. Tiny leather Peter Pan color? So sweet!
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Did someone say sweet? Seattle Sweets Co.’s salted caramels sold out.
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Did someone say sweet? Seattle Sweets Co.’s salted caramels sold out.
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For the style-centric, new styles for the kitchen and the body by Jessalin Beutler, and
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Better luck next time. Time? How about these watches from Click! Design that Fits?
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Enjoy these scenes and please join us next time we gather Seattle’s creative style talent for a shopportunity.
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Enjoy these scenes and please join us next time we gather Seattle’s creative style talent for a shopportunity.
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Seattle Met’s 2012 Holiday Gift Guide came to life on Tuesday, November 13 at Bedecked and Bejeweled, a holiday shopping event curated in part by style editor Laura Cassidy.
Nearly 250 savvy Seattleites met at 1927 Events to peruse wares from local boutiques and independent vendors, sip wine and champagne, and sample hors d’oeuvres from Feed Co. Catering.
A portion of the evening’s sales benefited the Seattle Symphony. More…
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