Craving Girl Time? Spend a Day Exploring Bellevue’s Boutiques

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September 26, 2008 by Amanda | Comments (0)

When was the last time you and your best friends spent a fun girlfriend day together?

Can’t remember? Then you’re definitely in need of some retail therapy. Bellevue is just the place to find something new; something a little funkier than at your average retail establishment. And we’re making it easy for you to find those gems. All you have to do is set a date, print this mini travel guide, stuff it in your handbag, and head for the Eastside!

1. There’s nothing better than a luxurious spa visit. We suggest starting out your day at Aviva Holistic Skin Spa (136 102nd Ave SE Suite 104, Bellevue; 425.454.2374). Here you can kick off your shoes (literally!), and choose between facials, peels, massages, manicures, and/or pedicures. Shira Paul and her staff will pamper you and send you out the door more than ready to head to your next destination. *Be sure to call ahead to make reservations and check hours of operation.

2. La Ree Boutique is just around the corner (11 103rd Ave NE Bellevue; 425.453.7868) and is full of fashion fun! Featuring samples from around the world, La Ree offers a ton of brand names, jewelry, handbags (handbags!), and designer gift items.

Getting hungry? Shira Paul from Aviva Holistic Skin Spa recommends the following hot spots for lunch — all within walking distance:

** Bis On Main: offers a unique blend of Italian, French, and American dishes. (10213 Main St. Bellevue, WA 98004; 425.455.2033). Bis specializes in upscale, high end dining for ladies who “do lunch.”

** Belle Pastry (10246 A Main Street, Bellevue; 425.289.0015): Authentic French pastry shop serving up scrumptiously European goodies, sandwiches, coffee, and soupe du jour!

** 520 Bar & Grill (10146 Main Street, Bellevue; 425.450.0520): For a more casual, yet quaint experience, try the 520. Of particular interest is their to-die-for-patio seating, with a view of Olde Bellevue.

After lunch, it’s time get back to the business of shopping.

3. Posh On Main (10245 Main Street Suite 103 Bellevue; 425.454.2022) could very well be the shoe store of your dreams. Angela Self regularly stocks new designs from Tory Burch, Marc Jacobs, and Alexander McQueen, making her elegant, charming, and delightfully upscale shop one not to miss. Did we mention this is a SHOE store?

4. Finish up your perfect day at Fran’s Chocolates (10036 Main Street Bellevue; 425.453.1698). It’s specialty chocolates – what else do we need to say???

If you could add one more must-do to this “girlfriend day in downtown Bellevue” itinerary, what would it be?

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