A Fantastic World Created by Chiho Aoshima

In the Pacific Northwest and need something to do...check out Chiho Aoshima: Rebirth of the World Exhibit at the Seattle Art Museum.

Chiho Aoshima is an Japanese pop artist who is influenced by anime and manga cartoons. She seeks to explore the dark currents lying beneath Japanese pop imagery. She states that "My work feels like strands of my thoughts that have flown around the universe before coming back to materialize."

City Glow, 2005. 

Chiho Aoshima: Rebirth of the World Exhibit at the Seattle Art Museum allows you to step into her world. Asking questions, "who's to say that as technology advances, as natural disasters rise, as the organic world blends with the man-made, that smart phones will not become smart buildings?" Through stunning imagery you can explore the world she has created and see if this really is the future.

Get Ticket Here.

Source: SAM, and Artspace.com

Parallel's Essential for Summer Vacations

 We have you covered for your next trip! We have created a list of items that you will need for your next summer vacation! 

Starts at Bottom Left:

Jude Sandal by Rag & Bone: An evening shoes for dinner or night out on the town!

Your favorite pair of sunglasses, pictured are Ran Bans Sunglasses.

Desna Dress by Drifter: Always pack a LBD for any occasion. 

Simple Pedi Balm by Little Barn Apothecary: To nourish your feet after all the walking you do. 

Long Tank by Prairie Underground & Bay Tee by Rag & Bone: Basics are key for traveling. 

Pascal Sandal by Loeffler Randall: Comfortable sandals to walk around.   

Small Pouch Clutch by Loeffler Randall: For Day or Evening events.

Sirenuse Skirt by Prairie Underground: Lightweight and easy to pack.

Swarovski .25 Studs by Grayling: A simple earring

Turquoise and Lapis Pendent Necklace: Go with anything necklace.

V Bar Earring by Sarah Dunn:  A statement earring.

L'Oreal Paris Advanced Suncare: SPF 50+ sunscreen, enough said!

Mint Lip Balm by Herbivore Botanicals: To protect your lips from the dry temperatures. 

Wash & Stain Bar by The Laundress: A travel stain remover.

The Morgan Bikini by Striped & Solid: Pack your favorite swimsuit! 

Ballerina Maxi Dress by The Odells: Throw-and-go maxi dress.

Rauched Tunic by Prairie Underground: Two outfits in one!

Kent High Top by Rag & Bone: Fashionable sneaker for walking all day.

Fold Weekender by Makr: Ultimate tote bag for traveling!
Baseball Cap by Rag & Bone: Great sun protection. 

Flora Wrap by Tina + Jo: Coverup, wrap, or shawl perfect for all three. 

Dre Jean by Rag &  Bone: A cool relaxed white jean to pair with any top.

Safe and fun travels!
Love,
Parallel

How to Care for White Clothing

It's summertime so that means you are wearing a lot more white clothing than usual. We have a few suggestions on how to care for your white clothing. We love and recommend Whites Detergent by The Laundress.

The Laundress knows how hard it is to keep your daily whites white. They have formulated with natural bleach alternative, surfactants, and stain-fighting enzymes, this product keeps your whites not only clean, but bright as new. This product may be used safely on colors.

 

How to Use:

Pretreat:

• Sort laundry before washing and always wash whites items together.
  It is best to wash and dry sheets and towels together, separate from everyday laundry. 
• Pre-treat stains with Wash & Stain Bar or Stain Solution, for best results treat stains first and and pre-soak for the most effective removal. 
• Pre-soak for super dingy whites. Make a bath of hot water and All-Purpose Bleach Alternative. Soak items for at least an hour. 

Machine Wash:

• Launder with hot water and Whites Detergent. Add All-Purpose Bleach Alternative directly to the drum of the washing machine

Dry/Finished:

• Do not dry any items that still have stains.  
• Hang to dry on a line in the sun for energy efficiency, natural whitening and that fresh line experience…or use the dryer. 

Wash & Stain Bar: 

 Remove Stains: Pretreat Stains Such as Dirt, Grease, Ring Around the Collar, Pit Stains, and Cuff Stains.

• Wet the bar and gently work into the stained area(s).
• Presoak the item or proceed by laundering as normal.

 For a laundry boost and extra whitening, add our All-Purpose Bleach Alternative. For extra softening, static control, and wrinkle reduction, follow with our Fabric Conditioner.

Source: The Laundress.