Seattle is bursting at the seams with fabulous shops for women. Here's our list on the boutiques that are worth a trip across town

Best Boutiques for Clothes for Creative Careers

Ella Mon
Ballard, 5404 22nd Ave. NW; 206.297.2800
Swinging into Monica Treacy’s Ella Mon is like visiting your sophisticated, wealthy aunt. You’re greeted by beautifully upholstered sofas, elegant chandeliers and racks of exquisite clothing hanging on ornate iron racks. You probably shouldn’t go if you haven’t washed your hair and are wearing a hoodie, but you’ll definitely leave more polished than when you arrived, carrying a bag of Farinaz blouses ($175–$190), a contemporary suit jacket by Walter ($170–$330) and a new air of sophistication.