Help from a Friend

Sometimes we just need a little help from a friend. My friend Yvonne unexpectedly stopped by Renee's today, just when I needed her most. As usual, she came bearing items for show and tell. She attends fun sales and likes to find unique items, and then she inspires me with her stories and goodies.
























Today she told me about an event called Ruffles and Rust that she attended in Monroe recently. She found scarves there made of recycled, soft sweaters, and she brought them in to show me. They were beautiful. I will see if I can contact the artist and bring some into the store for you.







Then she told me about a photo she found on a blog she regularly reads. The author went to Paris in September, and she took photos of clothing displayed in store windows. The lastest big thing is layering. And I mean layer upon layer, from leggings under a skirt to scarves upon scarves. As we talked, I became so inspired I said, "Let's do that in Renee's windows!" She worked her magic, and in no time, the windows were sporting new displays of our most recent arrivals.



Thank you, Yvonne!!! The perfect gift on a perfect day from a good friend; there is nothing better.

Give Yourself a Treat!

Sometimes we just need a little pick-me-up! Stop by Renee's and get yourself (or your hostess) a little something.

For under $10 you can indulge in European soaps; darling little gloves; cozy, comfy socks...

























For under $50 get one-of-a-kind scarves and shawls, luxurious slipper socks, shea butter hand cream, Hanky Panky thongs, sparkly jewelry, and much more.

















These treats were chosen for you with love and care, and can be beautifully wrapped for free.

Happy Customer Testimonial

Date: Friday, August 20, 2010, 8:20 AM

Hi Renee & Margaret:

I just wanted to thank both of you for all the compliments I got at the APA conference. One of my best friends once said that I always wore the same thing to APA. So, the last 2 years, I’ve tried to “be better.”

On the first day of this year’s conference, I wore the cute blue/plaid sundress with the white sweater that I bought a month or so ago. My friend loved it and asked where I got it. I explained Renee's and how Margaret took me there a year or so ago.

The next day, I wore a black top and black/white skirt that I bought at your store on my first visit. Both top and skirt are “flowy.” The reversible skirt is “silky” and the black top has “J-Lo” (or Cher) sleeves. Again, she loved it.

The third day, I wore the cool tan-capri pant, tan tank, and animal-esque print sweater I bought this spring. She was blown away…loved it.

The fourth day (the last day we dressed nicely), I wore the bright pink/white skirt and pink sweater. Again…she was very impressed. So much so that she said (several times), “When I come to Seattle for the Multi-cultural summit in January…we will go there.” So, we will be there in January…and I will probably e-mail ahead to make sure we arrive at a time you are in the store.

I got compliments everywhere I went. Thanks to you, Margaret, for introducing me to the store. And thanks to you Renee, for all the time you spend in helping me find stuff that looks great. I’ve never been much of a fashionista, and your opinions seem to work very well for me! Lynette

Lynette H. Bikos, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology
Director of Research
Seattle Pacific University