Island Style

For Seattleites, a trip to the islands is only a ferry ride away, so when the sun comes out, we can’t wait to escape the hustle and bustle for some RR&S—Rest, Relaxation and Shopping, that is!

Whether you are looking to add unexpected accessories to your primary home, furnish a second home or simply pick up souvenirs from a day trip, an island shopping adventure may be just the ticket.

Shops on Whidbey and Bainbridge islands do beachy and more, offering a variety of styles from antique to international to contemporary and beyond. We were excited to find vintage ikat fabric in the Langley carpet shop owned by a former diplomat couple and were charmed by a new boutique on Bainbridge that offers all handmade crafts and accessories. Set sail for the islands, and you’ll surely discover items to love.

Here are a few of our favorite finds:

Suzani pillow, $95 at Music for the Eyes, 314 First St., Langley, Whidbey Island, (360) 221-4525.

Vintage scroll mirror from Whidbey Island Antiques, 105 Anthes Ave., Langley, Whidbey Island, (360) 221-2393.

Crystal candlestick, $39.50, and taper candle, $1.75 each, at Paraffine, 152 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge Island, (206) 842-4119.

Shell lamp, $75 at Aqua Gifts, 2 Front St., Coupeville, Whidbey Island, (360) 678-0664.

Butterfly in frame, $21 at Flowering Around, 200 Winslow Way W., Bainbridge Island, (800) 724-0016.

Blackbird box, $95 at Dana’s Show House, 194 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge Island, (206) 842-6945. Magnifying glass, $129 at Whidbey Island Antiques, 105 Anthes Ave., Langley, Whidbey Island, (360) 221-2393.

Starfish pitcher, $45, and double old-fashioned glass, $12 each, at Port Madison Home, 240 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge Island, (206) 842-3410.

Party flags, $20, damask stool by Mazzchop Designs, $75, at Indie Banditas Traveling Bazaar, 130 Winslow Way E., Bainbridge Island, (206) 842-1415.

This article originally appeared in the May/June 2010 print edition of Seattle Homes & Lifestyles.