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As you all know, we’re all about Easy Elegance here at MaJe Gallery. Most wouldn’t equate “elegance” with football, but we persevere! And we have conquered. Check it out, football fans! Kirkland’s Tribute Sweaters has come to our rescue!

Order your favorites now for delivery by December 20!

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Purple w/ gold W $99.00 USD Black as shown $99.00 USD Purple w/ black paw $99.00 USD

Let’s start with our beloved UW Huskies! Here are three choices for you to wear on January 1 as you watch them win the Rose Bowl! Also a perfect gift for your Husky fan friends and family members. More Husky options available at the end of this post. All Tribute sweaters are $99. Order now for delivery by December 20.

Washington State University

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Black background $99.00 USD White background $99.00 USD Red background $99.00 USD

Easy elegance for football fans extends all the way to eastern Washington and WSU Cougar fans. These three great options suit all the Cougar fans in your life. Be ready for the Alamo Bowl on December 28 by wearing and gifting one of these lovely sweaters.

Central Washington University

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CWU Black background $99.00 USD CWU White background $99.00 USD CWU Red background $99.00 USD

The wildcats at CWU in Ellensburg want to look great too, and we’ve got some great choices for them. All three of these feature their mascot, the Wildcat!

Western Washington University

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WWU White w/ helmet $99.00 USD WWU Navy background $99.00 USD WWU White w/ Western $99.00 USD

WWU Vikings also enjoy easy elegance for football fans, in fact for fans of  all Western Washington University’s sports teams. For current students and alumni alike, these make great gifts for you and your WWU mates.

Seattle Seahawks

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Hawks White Throwback 12 $99.00 USD Hawks WhiteThrowback 3 $99.00 USD Hawks Blue Throwback 12 $99.00 USD Hawks Blue Throwback 3 $99.00 USD

You can’t go far without seeing our ubiquitous “12” symbols all over the place. At MaJe Gallery, these pretty Tribute sweaters feature the throwback colors of yesteryear and remain ever popular. Get a white or blue background and support our home team in style! Choose the number “12” or “3”.

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Hawks White Current 12 $99.00 USD Hawks White Current 3 $99.00 USD Hawks Blue Current 12 $99.00 USD Hawks Blue Current 3 $99.00 USD

But you may prefer the current colors of navy blue and lime green, or “action green” as they called it in a recent game. Choose the number “12” or “3” for your fan sweater.

First Dibs!

A favorite holiday event of downtown Edmonds shopping revives this year – First Dibs! In days of yore, this was the biggest thing going in downtown Edmonds. Merchants put on a festive event to ring in the holiday shopping season when all their mechandise is at its peak. You enjoy the biggest selection possible, often with some savings attached! Tasty treats and beverages add to the fun. Join us this coming Thursday from 5 – 8 pm in downtown Edmonds

More Husky Sweater Options

Several more options for UW Huskies await…

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UW Purple-Gold W-Huskies $99.00 USD UW Black – Purple W $99.00 USD UW white – Washington Huskies $99.00 USD

Here are three more options for UW Husky fans. With purple, black and white backgrounds, you’re sure to find a favorite.

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UW Purple w/ White W $99.00 USD UW White w/ Gold W $99.00 USD

Like to keep it simple? Then go for this simply sweet “W” emblazoned on your Easy Elegance UW sweater by Tribute. Choose a purple background with a white “W”, or a white background with a gold “W”.

Order your sweaters today and get them in time for Christmas!

We opened a tiny little space in downtown Edmonds in November, 2000. 18 years ago, we started with only jewelry! Over the years, we grew to include paintings and sculpture. Then, when the recession hit and those items slowed to a stand-still, we ventured out into clothing and gifts.

Happily, that was the right decision, because here we are, 18 years later!

Please join us in celebration! Here are the details:

• Date: Sunday, November 11
• Time: noon – 4pm
• Place: MaJe Gallery, 409 Main Street, Edmonds WA
• Win Prizes!
• Delight in savings!
• Enjoy treats including Manya’s famous mulled wine!

Hope to see you there!

Manya

Happy birthday, Manya! Today is my birthday! I’m 56 now, believe it or not. (Jeff says I look 26. Who am I to disagree?) That means I was born in 1962, the same year as the Seattle World’s Fair. My first ride up the Space Needle was in the womb! It was the beginning of the Cuban Missile Crisis. And Flea was born this day too. (Who’s Flea? The bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, of course).

My dear illustrator husband, Jeff, created a caricature of me to celebrate – complete with awesome jewelry!

Jeff treats me to various versions of the birthday song all week long, too. Here’s Jeff singing my favorite version, an old-time country version that always causes me to dissolve into giggle fits. I hope you giggle a bit too!

To celebrate my birthday this year, I want to give YOU a gift! This week, all the way until closing time on Saturday, October 20 at 5pm, you get to save 10% on your entire purchase! But, there’s a CATCH! I don’t want just anyone to take advantage of this savings. Only YOU! So, there’s a password phrase: “I heard that you like Thai Mussels.” Just say that to me when you’re ready to check out, and voila! Without a word spoken between us other than Thai Mussels, you’ll see 10% less on your receipt!

Why Thai Mussels you might ask? Well, the reason is simple. It’s one of my favorite dishes, and I’ll be enjoying it as one of my birthday dinners this week!

If you wish to give me a gift, the best gift I could receive is a 5-star review! Even better, if you have a little story or experience you’d like to share, it would totally make my day.

Here’s how to do it:

• Facebook reviews post here. Look for the “reviews” link on the left bar, third or fourth button down.
• Yelp reviews post here.

Thank you so much!

It is so much fun to discover new artists and designers! This week, I am so pleased to share not just one, but two new designers who will help wrap yourself up in their new tops and scarves. And naturally, both designers meet our Easy Elegance criteria!

Wrap Yourself Up in Parsley & Sage

Here’s what this company says about itself: “For a woman to feel elegant and individually express herself through her selection of clothing is synonymous with personal style. Each and every piece of Parsley & Sage clothing is made like old fashioned tailoring. It is not a mass produced item. Know with confidence that no two pieces will be exactly the same.“

If that doesn’t sum up the Maje Way, I don’t know what does. Check it out!

Parsley & Sage is our newest designer for tops and jackets. This first one, the Jenna, features 3/4 sleeves and a tunic length which makes it perfect to wear over your skinny jeans or leggings. The navy background pairs perfectly with denim, and the warm accent colors cheer things up for fall. Made of rayon jersey, it is machine washable and super comfy.

Our second piece from Parsley & Sage is the Vera tunic, which can be worn as a blouse or a jacket when unbuttoned. We also have a coordinating tank that looks fantastic underneath it in the same fabric. With some crinkle built right into the fabric, you don’t have to think of ironing it. 3/4 sleeves and tunic length make this perfect to wear over black skinny jeans or leggings. Its 100% polyester and thus good to machine wash and dry. A super nifty metal insert in the collar lets you have fun wearing it several different ways.

Our final new item from Parsley & Sage is this funky reversible cardigan which features black and white stripes on one side, and heather gray on the other. Exposed seams are a great look these days, and very artistic. It’s one jacket with two ways to wear it, which makes it perfect for travel. It’s also lightweight and roomy. In fact, it’s so roomy you might choose one size smaller than normal for best fit. Made of a soft rayon/poly knit blend, it’s machine washable.

Wrap Yourself Up in Gorgeous Scarves by Carlo Scanagatta

The second wonderful artisan I get to introduce to you this week is Carlo Scanagatta. Here’s their story: “Ours is a story that transcends both time & place. The Scanagatta legacy begins high in the Dolomite mountains of Italy, where designer Carlo Scanagatta was born into a long line of artisans, artists and entrepreneurs. Ingenuity, beauty, imagination, and attention to detail are the gifts that he learned; the brilliance of his designs is his alone. Love brought Carlo to Seattle, where Scanagatta Designs grew to be a family affair driven by his wife Nancy Medwell, and made real by their daughter Elena and Tessitura Alberto Albertazzi, the historic textile mill in Como, Italy where three generations of artisan Albertazzi women bring the Scanagatta designs to life in wearable, joy-filled form, one handmade piece at a time. Ours is a legacy of love. Welcome to the family.“

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Botti in Ballo $290.00 USD Piazza Grande $290.00 USD

You have to stop by to feel the luxurious quality of these beauties. These two are both a cashmere blend of very light weight fabric with the most incredible drape. They are both 56″ x 56″ square and thus offer a plethora of ways to wear them as scarf, shawl or sarong. On the left is “botti in ballo” which translates to “Dancing barrels.” In neutral tones of charcoal, tan, ivory and ocean blue, there are dancing figures all across the scarf expressing joy and happiness. On the right is “Piazza Grande” with sumptuous colors or coral, turquoise, green and black. 

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Symmetry 15 (28×80) $230.00 USD Notturna (19×76) $200.00 USD

If you prefer a scarf with a rectangle shape, then we’ve got you covered. On the left is the cashmere blend called “Symmetry 15″, inspired by an orchid bloom. The cream/blue/tan color palette is simply delicious. It measures 28″ x 80”. On the right is “Notturna”, a 100″ silk twill measuring 76″ x 19″. The rich hues of orange, blue, purple and black are woven in a mesmerizing pattern.

I’m planning a gathering to see the entire collection of Carlo Scanagatta scarves. If you’d like an invitation, please let me know. It will be in early December, so a great time for thinking of gifts.

Stay warm and dry!

Warm gold, red, and orange cheer up the dreary skies of fall in the northwest. Some of you enjoy wearing those colors all year round! We’ve got a special treat for you this week – fall colors spice up your wardrobe!

The soft french terry fabric used by Testimony Los Angeles is designed to flatter the figure while maximizing comfort. The Leona jacket ($189) is a stylish, elegant jacket complete with long sleeves, pockets and a single button closure. For fall, it is available in this delectable sienna, a vivid burnt orange hue. Happily, it pairs spectacularly with the popular pocket pants in fall’s chocolate brown mineral wash (purchase below). All are machine washable and wrinkle resistant making them an excellent choice for travel.

Here’s a close-up of the mineral wash chocolate brown pocket pants. These pants look like jeans, but are pull-ups! No bulky zipper and snap to interfere with your tops. If you haven’t tried these on yet, now is the time. Manya got her first pair at least 8 years ago, and she still wears them today. You’ll get top value for the price with these great jeans. $125.

Accessorizing Your Fall Colors

Add this one-of-a-kind scarf by Susie Howell because it combines both chocolate brown with sienna to create a smashing outfit. Susie finds amazing fabrics that she cuts on the bias, and then sews together for a beautiful collage art scarf. This particular one is perfect for the colors in the jacket and pants! $89.

Pair the chocolate pocket pants with a cotton tee shirt in “cinnabar,” and then add Susie’s one-of-a-kind scarf (available to purchase above) to bring it all together. This is another excellent combination for those of you who look best in fall colors and reflects a simple, yet elegant style.

Be Bold and Play With Fall Colors

For a particularly striking effect with your sienna jacket, go for the opposite colors on the wheel like a teal or purple top worn over black pants. In this case, the black pants are the ever-popular pocket pants, also by Testimony Los Angeles. The teal top is a bamboo tee from Angelrox while the purple tee is cotton from Necessitees. All currently available at MaJe Gallery. Come in and try some things on!

Fall Colors Jewelry Adds More Spice

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Teal Leaf w/ Apatite $65.00 USD Red Leaf w/ Apatite $65.00 USD Lime leaf w/ Apatite $65.00 USD

Seattle’s Mary Freiberger delivered a perfect collection of fall pendants to accessorize your fall wardrobe. A unique enameled leaf features a faceted apatite nestled in the center. Each is on an 18″ gold fill chain with a safety clasp. Choose your favorite combo knowing no two are alike. $65.

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Lime leaf w/ Amethyst $65.00 USD Orange leaf w/ Carnelian $65.00 USD

Two more choices from Mary Freiberger, but this time the enameled leaf nestles a purple amethyst or an orange carnelian. Choose either striking contrast or smooth cohabitation because you deserve it. $65.

Enjoy more delightful jewelry options by checking out our page devoted to Shari Both Jewelry Design!

Are you struggling to make your wardrobe work? Sometimes it only takes one or two basic additions to make it all meld again and feel fresh. Stop by and chat with Manya to figure out how to update your wardrobe without changing it all out for new.

Basic black is easy, elegant, and doesn’t require much thought. Today I challenge you to add just a bit of thought to shift your look to the next level. Easy elegance beyond basic black is both fun and practical! Start with your favorite black pants. They can be leggings, jeggings, trousers, jeans, whatever you want. 

Next comes your favorite black top. For our purposes today, make it a snug top that feels comfortable to wear. We’re going to add layers, so this first layer mustn’t be flowy or voluminous in order to have what we do next work effectively. Depending on the season, it can be a tank top or have long sleeves or be something in between.

Easy Elegance – the Shirt-Jacket

The first item up for examination is the shirt-jacket. This is one of those button up shirts that can be worn as either a blouse or a jacket, depending on your mood. We have several options right now at MaJe Gallery and they range from classical elegance to bohemian flair.

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Medium 8-9 $198.00 USD Large 10-12 $198.00 USD

Pennsylvania’s Marla Duran uses top-grade woven rayon fabric to create her artisan classical blouses. Impeccably tailored, her pieces drape beautifully, flattering the figure while maintaining a distinctively structured shape with a straight hem. Wear it closed for a more professional look, or unbutton it over a simple black or ivory top to take it immediately to a casual occasion. This top is available in sizes M and L for $198.

Here’s a second look from Marla Duran, this time a bit longer for a tunic length blouse-jacket in her fabulous woven rayon fabric. Her unique approach to button with an appliqued overpiece for contrast makes a big statement. Wear it as a blouse to make a classic, professional statement. Open it up like a jacket over a black, blue or white top to bring it down to a casual level that still keeps everything a class act. This top is one-of-a-kind in size Large for $275.

If your style is more bohemian and flowy, you’ll like the Big Shirt from Color Me Cotton in this lovely periwinkle. The loose fit makes movement a breeze whether open or closed. The light weight fabric makes it an excellent travel choice. Wear it closed with an awesome scarf like this cut velvet one by Birgit Moening. Or just let it be an open jacket for an elegant casual look. Just $98. One left in medium.

Easy Elegance – The Cardigan

As our evenings and mornings get chillier, it’s time to drag out the light wraps and cardigans from the back of the closet. Here are some colorful choices to add a bit of spice to your fall wardrobe.

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XS (2-4) $74.00 USD Small 6-8 $74.00 USD Medium 8-10 $74.00 USD XXL 14-18 $74.00 USD

A bright color creates vivid contrast when worn over basic black as you can see for yourself in this cotton ultraviolet cardigan by Color Me Cotton. It’s a light cotton that’s perfect for our chilly mornings and evenings that won’t weigh you down the rest of the day. I have one in each size from XS to XXL except for medium, and it’s just $98 too. Machine washable and superb for travel.

Perhaps a brighter pink is your preference. In that case, you’ll like this more tailored and slightly heavier weight cotton jacket with a shawl collar. Made in California by Necessitees, it’s 100% cotton knit, machine washable, and fun. Wear it to the office, to a party, out on the town with the girls, or on a date. 

Do you like your clothing less structured? Then you’ll appreciate the short cardigan in “lagoon”, a rich teal, by Angelrox. Raw edges, thumb holes, and nice pockets make this both good looking and versatile. Machine washable, great for travel, appropriate for certain workplaces, and perfect for looking great while shopping, having lunch with pals, or going out on a date. Also available in 40 other colors for just $158.

And now, for something completely different…

Labor Day approacheth! And as usual, downtown Edmonds is celebrating with a big sidewalk sale all through town. MaJe Gallery is participating, with a number of great items to offer.

• the 50% off rack featuring all remaining summer clothing, getting lower with each passing day.
• Saturday’s SUPER RACK where everything is just $25.
• Sunday’s SUPER RACK where everything is just $18.
• Monday’s SUPER RACK where everything is just $10!
• A chocolate truffle gift for all purchases over $50.

HOLIDAY HOURS ARE:

Saturday 11 – 5, Sunday noon – 4, Monday 11 -3

Hope to see you this weekend!