in New york

I'm visiting the big apple for a few days...

And I've put together a laundry list of vintage stores to visit, but have limited time so I'm starting from the top.

After looking at my route I'm questioning my shoe selection, next time maybe I pack before the two glasses of red wine.

For now, a healthy dose of NYC themed music videos:

Where dreams are made of- like finding vintage Chanel!

Sara Lov + New York is pretty.

Almost as good as spending the day in NYC w Ryan Adams.

nYc

My last minute cross-country trip included a few days in NYC and a few more Upstate.

L.A. Vintage Exchange research was in full mode while in the city. I hit a few dud shops- then luckily was introduced to Refinery29's editorial director- Christene Barberich- who pointed me in right direction. I took her recommendation and headed to Tribeca where I scored a pair of tri-purple cut-out Stuart Weitzman heels at Housing Works.

Taking attention away from the vintage hunt - one Soho afternoon consisted of bellinis with a close friend, then a 2 hours+ shopping expedition at the new Topshop. Amazing in many ways - yet I couldn't shake the club vibe with the lines & ropes. I picked up a few stacks of bracelets and made a break for it while my attention was focused that way.

For the weekend- we packed a car and headed for the Catskill Mts where time was lost and everyone let loose.

Only attempt cartwheels in comfy light cotton plaids & super soft boyfriend jean cut-offs with wine to follow...

road Trip

Last week we did what any normal person would do - leave the cool beach air and head to the 105 degree desert.

First to Las Vegas, then to Palm Springs. It was a great chance to pull out fun dresses and accessories that I don't usually wear in my daily, comfy LA uniform (cut-offs and plaid button down). My mission was to research the vintage markets in both destinations. And I was not disappointed.

During some down-time I had my first real experience at the Black Jack table and came out $130 ahead! I walked away from the table as fast as possible and spent it all on vintage the next day.

By the end of the trip- my compact yet still somehow roomy Jetta- was PACKED. Some of the outrageous finds include a beautiful beaded HALSTON top, a super stylish 70's leather chair, tan leather shorty cowboy boots, numerous over-sized cocktail rings, and studded purses & tops. I got back to LA in time to sell at the Silver Lake Vintage Market and received lots of rave reviews on the pick-ups!

More up online soon.

home On the prairie

Back from another week long trip. Growing up in a small town - now living in a large city - I have spent many "vacations" post moving to LA at my parents house in Minnesota.

While as a vegetarian the food choices are lacking - I enjoy the clean air, overall natural aesthetic & unbelievable thrift shopping. Some of the most successful vintage finds have taken place at the local bible mission- i've been know to spend hours there & am not afraid to scream out loud when I spot the perfect americana plaid shirt.

Come shop some of these new finds tomorrow at the Silver Lake Vintage Market and stay posted for an upcoming trunk show details.

The prairie brings fashion back to its root:

Zimmermann Dawn Oversized Shirtdress

buy

Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Stevie Vest
buy

Candela Mia Open Toe Lace Up Cutout Booties

buy

Joie Gibson Tunic

buy

Frye Harness 8 Boots

buy

Current/Elliott The Skinny Jeans

buy

maui Waui

I fell in love with Maui the minute we touched ground.

The locals are friendly, weather is amazing & the scenery is out of this world.

It was a great opportunity to pull out my favorite Hawaiian sundresses and put them to appropriate use. Shopping in Lahaina is what you’d might expect: knick-knack tourist crap. I did find the local Salvation Army, which consisted of much stuff under a carport. Because it was Sunday they were only taking donations – no shopping allowed. It wasn’t meant to be & Lady D thanked me.

cute.

my favorite bamboo: Buddah's Belly.

peacock @ the Garden of Eden.

a Mustang trio.

pre Ritz buffet: wearing hawaiin vintage.

a blowhole, seriously.

and, a Sebring duo.

making a Starbuck's run early AM.

show off.


dork.

hawaii is my new religion.

goodbye June gloom

After working non-stop for the last few years– only finding time to leave LA in a plane to go home or to New York– I’ve booked myself a two week holiday. First to Hawaii for 6 days to relax & play, then Minnesota for 7 to see family & friends. This requires a vast wardrobe with little room– esp now that you have to pay more to check luggage. I feel like it wasn't that long ago you could bring TWO large suitcases for no extra charge!

As the champ of over-packing– I really want to follow my own advice and go minimal & comfy– but I'm a girl who needs options. I have an old vintage suitcase I’d love to sport- this would require me to pack light & carry-on. But I also can’t forget about the new, HUGE Diane Von Furstenberg luggage set I received as a Christmas present last year. Maybe a mix of both would solve this?

By tomorrow evening I'll just want my swimsuit & flip flops.



Vintage Wristlet Tote & Suitcase via Moxie Thrift Store



Vintage Inspired Suitcases via Target



Vintage Hardtop Red Suitcase via Moxie Thrift Store



my Lady D - Pewter Suitcase by DVF