The Big Dark may be upon us, but it’s summer somewhere.
At Kspek, Gig Harbor’s newest boutique in the downtown business district with a target opening date of Nov. 28, bold patterns, sun-faded fabrics and the slightly fuzzy, cottony texture of beach towels feature brightly in sweatshirts, jackets and bags.
Led by Kathleen Vanderspek, a fashion designer who formerly worked for brands like Tommy Bahama and Buki, a Seattle-based brand specializing in travel luxury wear, the new studio at 7706 Pioneer Way will be Vanderspek’s first brick-and-mortar shop. She previously sold her products online and via Harbornest, another downtown boutique that will continue carrying her products…