I can't believe that I'm admitting this, but Fall 2002 is FINALLY on the horizon. I'm mean this in the trend/fashion sense, not a climate change...okay. I'm not quite through with my unemployment tan, dog days and the happy hour routines. Keep it coming...

We've been excited to see what's next, what's new. Not much. Summer/Spring 2002 gets a face lift for fall, and that's okay with us. 2002 has been fresh, sexy and multicultural.

What I learned this summer...The usual disclaimers apply-all opinions are subjective and we could be, but will not be, accountable to anyone else's opinion but our own.

ROAD TRIP REPORT

Portland. Great place to road trip and shop. Our favorite find...3 Monkeys on NW 23rd. An H&M for the Pacific Northwest. Their own label with trendy looks and no guilt for the amount of money you have spent on "the latest look." Another store that intrigued us enough to walk into was mimi & lena...the right brands for right now including your standard 7 Jeans and Michael Stars...(have to remember) The whole area is just plain fun...shi shi drinks while sitting outside, Torrefozione Coffee and of course, the shopping...honorable mentions to Zelda's Shoe Bar.

Vegas is too air-conditioned controlled. I wore my sweater the entire time. Santa Barbara is way too expensive and Mexico...don't think your going to get a bargain by picking things up there...don't even worry about clothes...pack nothing, go naked.

On a local level...Stay Chic for Cheap

Fremont Fair vendors. Cheap and unique...check out...Alicia Wullum, Glamgarb by Gunlis, Ingenue, Moksha...

Broadway is ALIVE. Yeehaw. Perfect for shopping the trends without a serious outlay of cash...hey fellas this goes for you too. Here is a rundown on a few of our favorites.

• Metro: Some of these "trash-glam" looks could actually work accessorized the right way.
• Panache: Better for the gals than the guys...cute looks for around $40.
• Rockin' Betty's: Great 'cuz they have trend options for plus sizes too.
• Trendy Wendy: We wanted to buy everything! Check out the fit and quality first...it's hit and miss.
• Rado: Fellas....great club-wear options...not our personal favorite, but if you're planning a trip to Miami...go for it. Gals...another great option for buying something impulsive and new to wear out the same night.
• Krystal Vintage/Pretty Parlor: The best bet for vintage...the owner has some great 50s and 60s, not to mention some 70s vintage that we thought was all bought out.
• Red Light: An excellent choice for guy's vintage. Downstairs.
• Urban Outfitters: Always great to pick up something for the home and check out the sale rack...oh and fellas...this is a great place to find that tee and a pair of foxy denim jeans...although, be advised at the increased chance that some other dude may be sporting the same look.
• Zebra Club: It's still the perfect place to pick up a pair of sneakers; Diesel, Adidas, Puma.

• Easy Street Records ~ Mags...oh do they have them, books, apparel, live in-store performance, cute staff, music too...lots. Small goes BIG. Join the e-mail list.
• Roq La Rue ~ Art openings that are fun. Music, beer, art and a groovy collection of folks. Join the e-mail list.
• Confounded books ~ Lots of ink. Zines. And Wall of Sound next door. Love this plaaaace.
• Toast in Fremont ~ Pizza, great stage and space.
• Bad Ju Ju ~ I had to mention it again. This place allows for mixing it up. Love the long snake.
• Georgetown Stella and Industrial Coffee House. Park the car. Eat and drink. Live shows are worth the mention.

Pick up the new Spread Magazine, its free; featuring nightlife, fashion, and culture. Chad, Lawrence, Dax and Tyler. They spread it on thick.

Fashions Shows:
I've heard about so many fashion shows in Seattle lately, we are almost there...here are my picks to mention.

Element. My favorite to date. Madina Vadace (206.985.8152), with her sexy lace dresses. Nice show, fresh, and modern with a great crop of well seasoned designers. The hair and makeup was right on, styling for each line was impressive. Good job. The models looked hot!

Arena. I was twelve again, sitting in the high school gym. The MC's insulted my intelligence, which was not that high due to the pre-funk elixirs beforehand. Good thing. I had to argue a drink out of my waitress, even though I had a drink ticket. I need to mention that her black wide net fishnets with her tattoos were majorly hot. Maybe I was too old for this show? I'm rambling... Arena, a high percentage of fashion designers fresh out of school. Constructive feedback. Congrats to them, but they need to learn how to use a streamer, cut threads and not buy cheap fabric and thread...the seams are a dead giveaway. I wonder where my hard earned dollars were spent? They must have made bank, the gymnasium was full. It's sad when nonprofits have to take a back seat. This show has the potential and the draw for national attention. I think it sent a message alright. Back in the day, I am told, it seemed larger than life. Hopefully in our lifetime it will be once again. I don't want to harsh out on this event...so here are a few good moments...Rita Wilson, nice hair and makeup...Mariah Elliot's energy in design...Kena Peay..nice choregraphy. Cheri Ellis kicked ass. And the last designer ~ All the black...and the cat fight with blood. Nice end. Enough said.

Water. Fire. Earth. I have to say, I had great time at the Water and Fire events. All nonprofit. Entertaining, eclectic, not afraid to be different, take risks and overall ambitious. Music, performance, fashion and A CAUSE. Catch one.

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