Making Way for Spring!

It’s that time of year again ... time to start clearing the racks in anticipation of Spring arrivals! This means that you, dear Momo shopper, are privy to freshly discounted clothing and accessories. We’ve just finished marking down an entire rack of togs to help you spruce up your current wardrobe — there are more chilly days ahead!

Here are a few samples of what you can find here in the shop:

Dramatic and elegant Icelandic “Corina” wrap. Car-coat length and made of sturdy and warm boiled wool. Only available in alpine green.

Available in Alpine Green

Just Female from Denmark “High Blouse” top has a bold graphic print in white and ever-versatile navy blue.


Simple, comfortable, timeless designs from Nanso of Finland. The cheerfully orange “Marjo” dress has a flattering high waist.

The black “Manna” dress can be worn with just about anything.












The Montreal-baesd Hatley Field Jacket is adjustable at the waist and at the bottom to ensure a perfect weatherproof fit. It's lined with a whimsical elephant print, as well!

Spanish Skunkfunk is one of the few clothing manufacturers in the world that is GOTS sustainability certified! You can feel good about what you're wearing for a plethora of reason. Here is their “Aizkorri” skirt.

















We have long loved Meg Cohen's luxurious cashmere. Come in and check out our “arm sox” (arm warmers with a convenient thumbhole) and fingerless cashmere gloves.

Pop in for a perusal of the latest Sale items! Or just to say “hi”. We love you no matter what.

Chemical Wedding: A Marriage of Minds

If you’ve ever seen Chemical Wedding bags, you’ll recognize them forever. Momo has long been proud to be a purveyor of these extraordinarily distinctive creations.

Husband-and-wife team Tracy and Jon Haaland use only European and domestic leathers that have been meticulously hand-selected for both beauty and durability. In addition to these luxe leathers, found objects are often up-cycled and incorporated into their handbags — think motorcycle jackets and even deconstructed vintage brogues.

Our stunning collection.

Jon and Tracy hand-cut, assemble and stitch each and every piece that leaves their Seattle studio, making every bag a completely unique, collaborative work of art.

We think you would be hard-pressed to find a purse that is the equal of Chemical Wedding. The painstakingly precise craftsmanship, attention to detail and functionality alone would make them difficult to beat. Add to that the their elegantly edgy looks and you’ve got a perfect 10.

Gorgeous, textural leathers pair well with industrial-looking hardware.

Amazingly, this is hand-stitched.
Also, we are smitten with this faintly pearlescent plum leather. 

Momo has just received a beautifully curated collection. Come see these unforgettable handbags for yourself. We dare you not to fall in love with this marriage of form and function.

Inscrutable Eric Silva

Eric Silva defines the enigmatic artist. A dark-eyed man of few and softly spoken words, he reveals little of himself in conversation. This much he shared when last we met: he grew up in Southern California where his grandfather, a Mexican craftsman, taught him how to use his hands.

This much I know: in all my years of buying jewelry for Momo, Eric Silva remains one the most intriguing artists in the US. His work contrasts rustic with refined, the primitive with the pretty. 

Aside from sun-bleached bone, shed antler, and bits of wood, Eric reclaims sterling silver and brass, mixing it all up with rough-cut semi-precious stones. A master of movement, his pieces are minute, wearable sculptures.

In his Artist Statement, Eric ruminates, “My jewelry is about self-examination; revealing pieces of myself through artistic creations. I draw my inspiration from the often overlooked simplicity of beauty found in the ordinary.” Indeed, a case of action speaking louder than words.

Simply Sweet : Summer Skirts

Just in time for a summer that’s predicted to be warmer than usual: cool, feminine, easy-to-wear skirts from Nice Rice. The cotton flirt skirts are the joint effort of couple Son and Devon and are hand-made locally (just down the road in Kent)!

We love their attention to detail and durable construction. We really really love the sweet Asian-inspired fabrics. But we really really really love how easy these skirts are — pair one with a tank, a camisole, a loose tee – you truly can’t go wrong. A wide elastic waistband makes them super comfy, as well as flattering and endlessly versatile. 

Mix and match patterns.

Add a Metalicus top for a loose, casual look. 

A basic cami will let you dress your skirt up or down. 

Momo has a wide array of patterns and color-ways to choose from!

And, our Nice Rice skirts have a Nice PRice, too ($45) ... which is yet another reason why they’re flying out Momo’s door! Snatch one up now and get set for balmy weather with a skirt you’ll find yourself reaching for more than any other.

Have a Hoot On Children’s Day!

Happy Children's Day!

Kodomo no Momo
With Toni Yuly and Growing Marigolds
Sunday, May 3 from 1:00 - 4:00

Bring the wee ones and celebrate Children’s Day at Momo with author/illustrator Toni Yuly as she reads from her latest book, “Night Owl.” Join us for home-made cookies, milk and the delightful tale of baby Night Owl and his nocturnal adventure!

The talented and sweet Toni Yuly.

 

Helen and Toni became friends at Momo.

We will also be joined by Helen Shor-Wong of Growing Marigolds as she shares her up-cycled kids clothing. Growing Marigolds teaches garden-based craft camps for kids' clothing, and hosts neighborhood-making gatherings.  

 

Kodomo no Hi, or Children’s Day, is a National Holiday in Japan celebrating children’s personalities and happiness. One will see an endless number of windsocks depicting koi fluttering in the breeze. These are called koinobori and will feature a red or pink fish to represent the mommy, a black fish for daddy and an additional fishy for each child. Koi represent strength of spirit, energy and determination – all things that will see a child to success. 

Click here to learn how to make a Koinobori Windsock.

Learning how to read will lead to success, too!