I think a lot of people were taken aback last summer that so much construction was happening at the same time. It was something customers were talking about all summer.

I think what is being done is actually adding to this area's character. Bellingham is an artistic community and recently there have been a lot more shops opening in Fairhaven that offer local artwork. A few years ago, these artists were on their own when it came to selling their work.

I've noticed businesses staying open later, and I will probably need to shift my hours, especially in the summer.

The bridal gown of this season is going to have some color in it. Girls today are not so stuck on the traditional white gown. Brides don't feel that they need to wear white anymore.

It used to be that wedding gowns were primarily white.

It's not bright white. It's not ivory. The diamond white is flattering to warm and cool skin tones. And away from the store, during the wedding, everyone thinks the bride has on white.