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| life + style to you: every Friday | ||
| August 13, 2004 |
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What do you get the girl who has it all? You get her MORE! This week’s Portland Picks is so filled with good advice, fashion and travel tips that will thrill and engage even the fussiest customer. We should know, we made fussy a personal goal of ours! The must have outfits for him and her, Portland events, new shops and some very groovy wheels. Scared of the outdoors but wanting a smidgen of ‘earthiness’? We have camping done right (catered for a start)! Indulge, enjoy and then write us and let us know your Portland Picks! |
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| 1 | AuPairCare: One should never underestimate the value of one's staff.There is certainly no such thing as too much help. Let’s see, there’s the butler, the chauffeur, the plant lady, the maid, the day nurse, the night nurse, the nurse maid, the chef (our favorite!), the car wash guy, the ironing lady, the piano teacher, the personal trainer, the gardener, the pool boy (another favorite!), the personal assistant……ummmmm, let’s see what else?? Certainly, even if you lose it all, you must retain the au pair. These girls are cute as buttons and equally indispensable. They are often multi-lingual and can teach your precious several languages. And if that’s not enough, remember a happy busy baby makes a happy mommy. Plus, your au pair can take your little darling to those awful places like Chuck E. Cheese so you don’t have to. Or if that’s just not going to happen at all, remember, Mario’s can be stimulating too (and they do have a little toy corner!) But you need to find the very best au pair, and it can be a difficult road to hoe. Where do you begin to look? How do you know you can trust the au pair with your precious? Or even worse, what if she gets on your nerves? You need to make sure that your beloved child is treated like a treasure. Word of mouth works but a professional screening service is much better. Never fear, hope is near, for all your au pair needs turn to Au Pair Care.
Au Pair Care has hundreds of au pairs available from over 30 countries. Since 1989, Au Pair Care has been providing thousands of American families with dependable childcare by sponsoring qualified au pairs from abroad. These au pairs are an extension of the family and this experience makes a wonderful cultural exchange. As a busy parent, you’ll enjoy a better quality of life when your children have a nurturing and dependable caregiver. These au pairs are fully trained in CPR and First Aid, add a cross-cultural benefit and generally cost significantly less than a domestic nanny. They start with the very best international au pairs, fully screened and qualified to provide the highest quality childcare. They select the best of the best based on formal training, education and level of experience. If you are thinking of getting an au pair, you must use Au Pair Care. Just peruse their website or call our local rep.
For more information please contact your Local Area Director
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| 2 | We’re starting to get that back-to-school feeling that comes with the approaching season. It reminds us of the annual thrill of school supply shopping and better yet, school clothes shopping. Well, we may not have to buy clothes for school anymore, but the time of year still beckons and all the dressy functions after the barefoot break of summer. Our Portland Pick for your “back to school” shopping: Mario’s! We thought it only fitting to ask the local experts what is in for fall. Here’s what they thought was crucial this season, since they epitomize “in the know.” So with a dreamy sigh, we present Mario’s Fall 2004 Must-Haves: |
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 Mario's for Men |
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| 3 | House Dressing: Check out the incredible chandeliers
from Dutch designer Tord Boontje. He has won numerous awards for them. They
have been featured in everything from Architectural Digest to In Style magazine.
This one was originally designed for Habitat in London but is now being distributed
in the US. In order to gain exposure, House Dressing has put them on sale for
$56 - normally $75. The "kit" includes everything but the lightbulb
and they come in both gold and silver. They are on sale through August. To
learn more about the designer, check out: www.tordboontje.com.
He does amazing work with swarovski crystals!
House Dressing |
 Tord Boontje |
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| 4 | Sometimes we wish we were the devil-may-care Outward Bound-type, a beautiful and glamorous City Girl, yet able to let down and spend 3 solo nights in the wilderness without our 400 count bed sheets and our $400 eye creams. So how can we go about fulfilling this joie de vivre cool chick persona? Remember balance and compromise? Well, how about indoor rock climbing? Best of all safe worlds. And you can’t beat the dependable weather! Or what about camping with a staff that does all the work, like a luxury guided white water rafting trip on the Rogue? Those sound like doable alternatives to eating pine needles and sleeping on rocks without our hairdryer. Rock climbing at The Portland Rock Gym – The Portland Rock Gym can be considered the first modular indoor rock gym in the world, and is the only climbing gym in the city of Portland. With its mixture of rope climbing and bouldering, top-rope routes up to 38ft, and towering, overhanging lead wall, PRG offers the most climbing experience for beginning and experienced climbers alike. And it’s great exercise and good for our bum. (Plus, it looks cool on your resume.) They even have Summer Ladies Night each Wednesday. Rock on! Portland Rock Gym |
 Portland Rock Gym |
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| 5 | Expeditions in Luxury: Rogue River Luxury Trip from Oregon Rafting Each day you will arrive in camp with hors d’oeurves and cocktails at-the-ready and your bags delivered to your pre-prepared accommodations. These guys are turnkey and come with everything: gourmet meals, banquet table, table service, fine wine, private bathrooms (!). That’s what we call camping. Oh, and we should mention there’s river rafting too. Their motto is similar to ours: Play Hard, Dine Well, Sleep Soundly. Ouzel Outfitters |
 Ouzel Outfitters |
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| 5 | J crew Printed Wellington boots $48 Granted, it is hot, and it is summer, but alas, this is Ory-gone. In no time, we’ll be very wet. And these darling wellies are just what the doctor ordered. And they’re high, covering that calf. They come in camo and Terriers and other preppy designs. Just adorable for gardening or that tailgater or casual trip to the supermarket. Goes perfectly with your Barbour Jacket. |
 Printed Wellington Boots |
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| 6 | Gap cords – Gap has the greatest selection of cords from classic boy fit to low rider wide-legs. They come in camel, gray or, if you are feeling festive, other bright colors! They also have a gorgeous selection of funky tie belts to wear with your
new cords. They are so cute and a must for fall! (You should see the pink
with flattering back pockets and paisley lining. Okay, you can copy, just
this once, but call us when you’re going to wear them so we can be twins!) |
 Gap Cords |
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| 7 | KOIBOX is of another world and is quickly becoming the hippest, hottest boutique brand of nail polish on the market. Celebrities, trendsetters and people with an eye for quality (that’s you!) coupled with good design have chosen KOIBOX® as their brand of nail polish. You will be rewarded with an incredibly high end, longer lasting product that seems to touch people on a level never before associated with cosmetics. They are literally becoming a worldwide phenomenon. (Check out their two-toned in particular. Shusui is our fave!) They are only sold in Oregon at Nirvana Apothecary in the Pearl: Nirvana Apothecary |
 Shusui |
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| 8 | Do we dare say this in Oregon?.....Okay, here goes. “Fur.” There, said it. Fur is back in retro and ladylike styles (can you say: swing coat?) We know this is Oregon, and we are pro-choice when it comes to fur choice. If you’re uncomfy with it, go faux! If you're somewhere in the middle, just recycle...go shopping at vintage stores or borrow from Grandma’s closet. If you are on the other side, check out the scrumptious luxury designs at Mario’s or Saks, or for more grown up styles visit Schumacher Fur Co (739 SW 10th Ave., 503.222.4596) or Nicholas Ungar Furs (1137 SW Yamhill; 503.241.8024) Some of our favorites: The Faux fox stole from Anne Klein, $90 or the Marc
Jacob Palomino Mink coat, or the Club Monaco rabbit clutch $69. |
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| 9 | Anthropologie is coming! In fact, it’s practically here. We have our little noses pressed up against the window at the beautiful new space in the Brewery Blocks, joining the neighboring orbit of Diesel, Mio Gelato, PF Changs, Henry’s Tavern, the new Addidas store and the rest of the other ultra hip brood. |
 Anthropologie |
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| 10 | With scary gas prices, the warm weather, and no parking, now
is the perfect time to invest in this toy. No garage is quite complete without
a classic Vespa. Whether it’s off to the market or just a Sunday cruise
and some ‘alone time,’ this European City Slicker is your pal.
Vespa Portland |
 Vespa Portland |
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| Sassy Stepford Tips of the Week: | |||
| We are always thinking of you! And periodically we will share some top secret tips to enhance your life. Things you should just know and pass on to your own kiddies. Oh the wisdom! | |||
| A | Have a naughty stain? Never fear, help is on the way! Combine equal parts dry Biz and your favorite detergent (for multiple stains- one scoop of each), add warm water to the dry mix, just a bit at a time to form a paste-like substance. Generously spread (with a spoon) onto stains. Let the mixture do its magic for 24 hours and wash clothes as directed. Check stain after wash. If it’s gone, dry according to drying instructions on tag. If stain is stubborn re-do paste phase and allow it to sit for another 24 hours. |
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| B | You’re on vacation, poolside. The hunky waiter comes by. You order two martinis. You toss one back, you toss the other in your hair. Great for creating natural highlights. Think Sun-In without the orangey color. (And, the vodka need not be premium.) |
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| C | A little dab will do ya: Eeeee-gads! What’s this? Could it really be a pimple, at my age?! Darn, and I finally threw out my Oxy 10 from college. Never fear, just dab a little toothpaste on your “blemish” and it will dry it out immediately. Wish we would have known this one in the sorority. “A penny saved….” | ||
| Portland Pick’s Music Pick:: | |||
| Our Picks for best local radio station – We are moody, and are known to flip flop, especially with music and our radio stations. (Sometimes, gasp, we’re even in the mood for talk radio!) But, right this minute these are our faves! | |||
105.1 The Buzz 105.1 is skewed slightly younger, great sense of humor and entertainment value from the djs, and the latest cutting edge songs from our favorite artists. And they have them here first. If you want the best and you always want to be in the know: Turn it to 105.1. |
 The Buzz |
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101.9 KINK The commentary is a bit more cerebral and it skews slightly older…but we are eternally devoted. |
 The Kink |
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| Portland Pick’s Song of the week: | |||
Everything by Alanis Morisette, from her new album, “So-Called Chaos” You see everything, you see every part. This is a lovely song about a real relationship, the good and bad. Very romantic. Extremely recommended. Add it to your ipod! |
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| Destination Pick: | |||
| Welcome to the Club: Exclusive Resorts is a collection of stunning private residences of uncompromising quality. A private luxury residence club for the sophisticated traveler. Choose from a stunning portfolio of multi-million dollar residences in Los Cabos, Snowmass, New York, Tuscany, and beyond. The Exclusive Resorts world is your oyster. Your personal Residence Concierge has groceries waiting, tee time confirmed, and a spa appointment booked. And that’s all before you arrive. We don’t get away enough, so when we do it must be perfect. This is your guarantee. |
 Exclusive Resorts |
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Hip Happenings: |
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| 1 | FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE AT PIONEER COURTHOUSE SQUARE THIS MONTH! This event entitled Flicks on the Bricks will honor the 20th Anniversary of the Square as well as the 20th Anniversary of the popular Oregon Film, “The Goonies.” Sponsored in part by Regal Cinemas, Flicks on the Bricks will begin at dusk and there will be food and beverages available for purchase on-site. Attendees are encouraged to bring low back chairs or bean bags and truly make the Square their ‘Living Room.’ Seating is first come first serve. |
 Flicks on the Bricks |
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| 2 | The pdxfashionincbuator is proud to present Portland's Second
Annual Fashion Week August 15th-22nd 2004
Fashion Week Trunk show
For more details about the artists and other events and our sponsors, please visit www.pdxfashionincubator.org |
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| 3 | Oregon Symphony Gala 2004-2005 You are cordially invited to join the Oregon Symphony for an elegant evening of lively music, dinner and dancing under the stars at the 2004-2005 Season Opening Gala. SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS You may join the festivities at any of the following times:
Entertainment by Pepe & The Bottle Blondes. Front man Pepe Raphael is an unparalleled showman and entertainer backed with a three-piece horn section, a powerful rhythm section and a sprinkling of class from featured vocalists Nadine Stanton (soprano) and Jessica Hollyfield (alto) a.k.a. The Bottle Blondes. Pepe & The Bottle Blondes are well known for their professionalism and enthusiasm as well as for the high entertainment value of their one-of-a-kind show. (Pepe was the former lead singer for Pink Martini, and his band has a similar Latin flavor.)
Sponsored by Synopsys. |
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So go forth and enjoy the last fling of summer, but look ahead with a smile at the coming of fall and all that it brings: Our beloved children returning to school (!) Oh how we will miss them so. New Clothes (!) Everywhere you turn new fall clothes. Every store window scrumptiously inviting. Now go out there and relish every bit of it. Appreciate this time with loved ones, unplug, and enjoy life. Warmest regards, |
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