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The Bravern Announces Elizabeth Arden to Open

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa is the newest retail tenant, as announced by The Bravern this week. This New York originated day spa, will bring the first Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa to the Pacific Northwest. As stated in the press release, “The Spa will feature nine treatment rooms together […]

Bellevue Square Update

Bellevue Square, as we all know by now, is in the midst of some major construction upgrades. Many sections in the mall are now in the process of being re-floored, from the prehistoric brown tile to the new cream colored marble. In the past week there have been a couple […]

Bellevue Style Beat; What to Be Seen In, Who to Wear

With the Summer months upon us, have you been wondering what to wear in Bellevue, and where to find that special something outfit? Have you been wondering what looks are “in” and would make you feel like a million bucks? Well, here are few tips on choosing the right pieces […]

Store Openings: Panera Bread, Vera Bradley

Panera BreadPanera Bread, which on the east coast in some areas is as familiar a meeting place as Starbucks is to Seattle, has now added a location in Downtown Bellevue at Bellevue North shopping complex. The restaurant, which opened almost three weeks ago, is now open for breakfast, lunch and […]

Bellevue Square Store Openings and Boat Closure

Mercer – Store Opening This small women’s boutique opened it’s 5th store in Bellevue Square. It has had local success for some years now at its University Village store. Mercer is located on the first floor next to Eddie Bauer and across the way from Movado. Lacoste – Opening MayThe […]

Bellevue Square Store Closures

The long time tenant of Bellevue Square, Timberland, is closing it’s doors February 25th for good. Signs are up, and they are having a clearance special of 40% off. Another victim of high rent or the poor economy? Williams-Sonoma and The Pottery Barn will temporary close their doors for a […]

Ask Lea: What to buy for Valentine’s Day

I’ve received a few questions from you about what to get your sweetie for Valentine’s Day. It’s not good enough to buy the musical bear from the drug store or $4.99 box of chocolates, especially if you live, work, or shop in the Downtown Bellevue area! I’ve compiled a list […]

Bellevue Square Nordstrom Does Away with Pianists

According to a Seattle Times article, the Nordstrom in Bellevue Square, along with other stores in the area will no longer have live pianists playing in the store. Nordstrom has been famous for their live piano players which has been a staple in the stores for years. Brooke White a […]

Bellevue Square Interiors Under Construction

Downtown Bellevue’s shopping anchor, Bellevue Square has begun the construction of a well-deserved interior upgrade. A small percentage of the interior floors have begun to be installed replacing what many regarded as the “ugly brown tile” from years ago. The new cream-colored tile’s installation is only one of many of […]