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March 21, 2019 at 1:30 pm #944479
elmaParticipantI was in Northwest Art and Frame this morning to buy greeting cards. I was quite offended by the rude merchandise displayed in several places. Placed over some items were signs that said “for adult eyes only.” Is anyone else offended by this?
I did let the cashier know what I thought. She said she woukd pass it on to management.
elma
It makes me sad—I really like/liked this store.
March 21, 2019 at 2:18 pm #944484
newnativeParticipantHard to say when you don’t describe what was offensive. If the items are covered, why would you be offended?
March 21, 2019 at 2:51 pm #944485
montanapupParticipantI find that merchandise humorous and one of the unique qualities of NW Art & Frame. NWAF is my go to for little gifts, which includes some of the more spicier items. I’ve lived here for over 25 years – and they have always had these cute gifts. If you find it offensive, then dont buy it or look at it! Dont be sad! It’s just not your thing, and that’s ok.
March 21, 2019 at 3:48 pm #944489
mark47nParticipantNow I have to go and inspect! I’ll let you know how I’m offended by the lurid merchandise.
March 21, 2019 at 4:29 pm #944496
montanapupParticipantMy favorite are the socks!!!!
March 21, 2019 at 5:05 pm #944499
jissyParticipantelma: If NW Art and Frame offends you, DO NOT go into Alair. I went in there once – appreciate the humor, was thankful my kids weren’t with me that day.
March 22, 2019 at 6:24 am #944540
22bladesParticipantSee the manager or owner & have a discussion. Telling a cashier isn’t a fair or effective remedy.
March 22, 2019 at 8:13 am #944544
dmkParticipantPersonally I am not offended at all in fact I found them hilarious and bought a couple of dish towels.
March 22, 2019 at 8:21 am #944545
PangolinPieParticipantI love NW Art and Frame and I’ve purchased so-called “offensive” stuff there more than once. And after reading this post, I’ll be going back ASAP to buy some more. It’s not like they’re selling Penthouse there, for Pete’s sake; if you can’t handle slightly adult humor, I do encourage you not to visit them (and I’ll make up for their loss).
March 22, 2019 at 8:21 am #944546
aaParticipantI’m sad after reading the comments in response to Elma’s post. I don’t understand the criticism toward someone expressing their feelings. Have we really come to a place in our world that people can’t do that anymore? In my opinion, NW A&F is a family store and I’m sorry they feel the need to include items in their inventory that are so potentially offensive they have to be given a warning.
For me personally, I had to stop going to that store years ago because of the large volume of scented products.March 22, 2019 at 8:24 am #944547
PangolinPieParticipantWell, if Elma can express her feelings, then certainly the rest of us can as well, no? I’d say if someone is offended by grown-up stuff in a store, then coming here to complain about it is pretty pointless. They can simply avoid going to the store again; frankly, why should anyone else care, except that they are looking for some kind of justification to further their outrage? That’s my feeling, thanks for understanding that I am free to express it. :)
March 22, 2019 at 8:38 am #944548
elmaParticipantIt has been interesting to read these comments. I realize the demographics of The Junction have changed in the last few years. The concentration of younger adults means the businesses must consider that market when stocking merchandise, etc.
I have seen the “edgy?” items in NW Art and Frame before. But, yesterday it appeared to be a larger stock of items and more of them what I consider rude for public display.
What is offensive to one is not to another. For merchandise in a store that sells to all ages this was my limit.
March 22, 2019 at 8:41 am #944549
PangolinPieParticipantHa; I’m in my mid-50s. I guess it’s more about attitude than age, eh?
March 22, 2019 at 9:29 am #944555
newnativeParticipantI was asking an honest question and it wasn’t answered. So, what aa refers to as “criticism to elma’s expressing their feelings” is just a group of people defending a local business from slander.
March 22, 2019 at 10:12 am #944558
Tony SParticipantThere was a story on NPR yesterday about the enormous number of complaints to the FCC regarding the Super Bowl halftime show this year. The lead singer of Maroon 5 took off his shirt and they could see his nipples.
Outrage ensued.
March 22, 2019 at 5:18 pm #944596
goosefaceParticipantI agree Elma – my daughters love going there but it’s a little tough to explain all the “humorous” items. It doesn’t really fit in with what we’re trying to teach them about being respectful. But – it’s obviously just my version of respect! Definitely doesn’t reflect current society. I think I’m getting really old. Or super outdated!
March 22, 2019 at 6:35 pm #944602
LincolnparkloveParticipantWe should always try to lift up each other. Let people know what you love. How about a shirt with the Chief of the Duwamish Tribe ,a woman how great is that !
March 22, 2019 at 8:58 pm #944607
KBearParticipantIs there something new and more risqué at NW Art & Frame, other than the same cheeky merchandise they’ve had forever? Or did they just put up new signage because some busybody complained? Guess I’ll have to go check it out.
March 23, 2019 at 5:31 am #944627
pelicansParticipantDear Elma,
In regard to my previous reply, I agree with you. IMHO, there has been a coarsening of society in the last several decades. Most WS citizens will probably pile on me about this, but it’s true. All the gloves are off as far as polite society and mannered discourse is concerned.March 23, 2019 at 4:10 pm #944675
22bladesParticipantLet’s not unleash on frontline workers. They’re not the buyers. They’re not the manager. They’re not the owner’s vision of retail. They’re trying to make rent.
Discuss before you cuss.
March 24, 2019 at 7:40 am #944723
JoBParticipantfrankly .. i am tired of someone else’s outrage determining what i can purchase. They wouldn’t stock the items if they didn’t sell. it really is that simple. they must sell.
so if what they sell offends you.. don’t go there. there are plenty of other choices.
personally i will not shop Hobby Lobby because their corporate stance towards women’s healthcare offends me.. but hey.. they aren’t that far away and they have a huge parking lot.. and i am guessing nothing in there will offend your delicate sensibilities.
March 24, 2019 at 10:29 am #944724
CarDriverParticipantStores can only stay in business if they have thing’s people want to buy. Nobody is forced to buy anything. If there’s something in a store you don’t agree with don’t buy it. If something isn’t selling it won’t stay stocked for long. If you want to express outrage go after the customer’s that are buying.
March 24, 2019 at 10:27 pm #944777
LincolnparkloveParticipantI say again lift each other up !! I was just reading about Charles Drew the Dr. involved with plasma and the modern blood bank he should be a saint his picture enblazened every place. I could not fathom the number of people he saved. If Elma was allowed to pick for you a great thing to purchase, how do you know she would be making a bad choice for you? There are more choices out there than leaves on trees. Some people look around and notice for us all hey there is garbage on the ground. Some people pick it up so you never see it. Thank you Elma for SPEAKING UP .
March 25, 2019 at 9:28 am #944802
newnativeParticipantI never got my question answered so I went to the store myself. There were maybe 3 or 4 items that were covered “for adult eyes”. I had to really search to find it too. I was glad I went because I found a hiking book for the Olympic Peninsula and a coin purse that says, “Bitches Get Things Done”.
March 26, 2019 at 3:37 am #944885
pelicansParticipantElma and Jo B,
How about a compromise?
Let’s ask NWAAF for the the more “risque/rude” merchandise to be displayed in a certain corner of the store, with appropriate signs displayed? Whaddya say? Seems like a win-win for all? And no local business loses any customers.- This reply was modified 5 years ago by pelicans.
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