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hand-painted silks are the specialties here, but of course such sophisticated fash-
ions require equally unique body decorations in the form of exquisite jewelry
creations. Designers and artists from the Northwest and the rest of the nation
find an outlet for their creativity at the Flying Shuttle. 607 First Ave. & 206/
343-9762.
GIFTS/SOUVENIRS
Pike Place Market is the Grand Central Station of Seattle souvenirs, with stiff
competition from Seattle Center and Pioneer Square.
Made in Washington Whether it's salmon, wine, or Northwest crafts, you'll
find a selection of Washington State products in this shop. This is an excellent
place to pick up gifts for all those friends and family members who didn't get to
come to Seattle with you. Pike Place Market (Post Alley at Pine St.). & 206/467-0788.
www.madeinwashington.com. Also in downtown's Westlake Center mall ( & 206/623-9753).
Portage Bay Goods If you'd like to give a gift with a conscience, drop by this
unusual store in the Fremont neighborhood. Almost everything here is made
from recycled materials. We like the notebooks with covers made from computer
boards, but there are lots of fun decorative home accessories as well. 706 N. 34th St.
& 206/547-5221. www.portagebaygoods.com.
Ye Olde Curiosity Shop If you can elbow your way into this waterfront insti-
tution, you'll find every inch of space, horizontal and vertical, covered with sou-
venirs and crafts, both tacky and tasteful (but mostly tacky). Surrounding this
merchandise are the weird artifacts that have made this one of the most visited
shops in Seattle. 1001 Alaskan Way, Pier 54. & 206/682-5844. www.yeoldecuriosityshop.com.
JEWELRY
Unique artist-crafted jewelry can be found at Ragazzi's Flying Shuttle (p. 130)
and Twist (p. 129).
Fox's Gem Shop Seattle's premier jeweler, Fox's has been around for more
than 90 years, and always has plenty of a girl's best friends. Colorless or fancy
colored diamonds available here are of the finest cut. 1341 Fifth Ave. & 206/623-
2528. www.foxsgem.com.
MALLS/SHOPPING CENTERS
City Centre This upscale downtown shopping center is the Seattle address of
such familiar high-end retailers as Barneys New York, FAO Schwarz, and Ann
Taylor. There are works of art by Dale Chihuly and other Northwest glass artists
on display throughout City Centre, and also a very comfortable lounge where
you can rest your feet and escape from the Seattle weather. 1420 Fifth Ave. & 206/
624-8800. www.shopcitycentre.com.
Pacific Place This downtown mall is located adjacent to Nordstrom and con-
tains five levels of upscale shop-o-tainment, including Cartier, Tiffany & Co.,
bebe, J. Crew, MaxMara, five restaurants, and a multiplex movie theater. A huge
skylight fills the interior space with much-appreciated natural light, and an
adjoining garage ensures that you'll find a place to park (well, maybe). 600 Pine St.
& 206/405-2655. www.pacificplaceseattle.com.
Westlake Center Located in the heart of Seattle's main shopping district,
this upscale, urban shopping mall has more than 80 specialty shops, including
Godiva Chocolatier, Crabtree & Evelyn, Aveda, and Made in Washington.
There is an extensive food court. The mall is also the southern terminus for the
monorail to Seattle Center. 400 Pine St. & 206/467-3044. www.westlakecenter.com.