I don’t make a habit of walking home alone when I work late — but sometimes it happens.

On those nights, I like to stroll along the streets and look in the windows of the small boutiques. As a window dresser for a few high-end department stores in the city, it makes sense for me to peek into some of the smaller shops for ideas and inspiration.

On this particular night, when I looked across the street into one window, there was movement inside. It was one of those places you could stop for a mani/pedi or a quick shampoo and blowout. I’d been there a few times — maybe six months ago. I’d since found a better salon closer to the loft where I work where the service is better.

The sign over the door — SASSY’S — was new, as were the ornate lanterns suspended from... Leer Más