Xtabay Vintage
This is Xtabay, a beautiful vintage shop blocks from my house. I’m a fan.
And by the way, I’ve just discovered that their blog is really wonderfully written.
Vintage
Portland Antique Expo
Like Anja, I headed out to the Portland Antique Expo this weekend. I wasn’t sure if I was going to make it since I am in the midst of a lot of sewing, but I decided I should take a break and I’m so glad I did.
Oh, the dresses. So many pretty ones.
This [...]
Soft and sparkling
These are a couple sparkling sweaters I’ve acquired recently (both from Red Light). They are both so beautiful and so so spangly. Usually when I find beaded sweaters, they are sort of big and baggy, but these fit me perfectly.
I thought I’d share the sparkly goodness. I just need a simple slip [...]
Thrifty finds
I don’t thrift as much as I used to, but I’ve taken one or two trips recently that have yielded some lovely little finds.
These red gloves are just gorgeous, and actually fit my big hands. I have long fingers, so most vintage gloves don’t work for me.
And these white and [...]
Vday
Did you have a good valentine’s day? I am ambivalent about it. I love the imagery and the idea of expressing your love, but the whole thing has become sort of a commercial nightmare, don’t you think?
I like the idea of having valentine’s day all the time, which is one reason [...]
What inspires me
This week, I’m participating in Victoria’s Blog it Forward event. It’s sort of like a chain made up of blogs, all posting on the same theme: What Inspires Us The Most. Sounds fun, huh? And I’ve already uncovered some lovely blogs I’d never seen, so definitely check out the other participating [...]
Dear Golden Vintage
Dear Golden Vintage has become one of my favorite online vintage shops. I love the subdued palette of the things she chooses, it’s just perfect and utterly wearable. Look at these beauties, I could seriously wear every single thing she sells.
And these two are on their way to me! I can’t [...]
Greta Garbo in 1927
I came across this photo of Greta Garbo in 1927. She looks amazing and so elegant. It’s just a beautiful photo.
Only a paper moon
I am fascinated by this set of paper moon photos on Flickr. What a collection! There’s something really interesting and powerful about seeing these kinds of staged photos in a large group like this, don’t you think?
{ all images from kathleenie, I’ve forgotten how I found them though!}
Vintage Jewelry
This photo from Andrea Singarella makes me happy.