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Inspiration vintage fashion, art and culture show outgrows Queen Mary, moves to Spruce Goose Dome

By Sasha Milena

Since 2010 thousands of vintage lovers have flocked to the Quen Mary to take part in the Inspiration vintage fashion exhibition.  This year's Inspiration show is moving to the Spruce Goose Dome, where visitors can expect more than 150 exhibitors. 

 

Vintage Clothing and Swimwear from Love Spy Vintage at Inspiration 2011. Photo by Sasha Milena.

 

Expect to see items ranging from American vintage apparel manufactured from the 1900s-1980s to surf and skate exhibitors.  Also, every show has a big European and Japanese presence. Along with fashion, the event promises live music, retro cars and bicycles, and food trucks. 

The two-day event will kick off on Feb. 7 at vintage store Inretrospect on 4th Street Retro Row in Long Beach.  The vintage clothing, art and furniture store will host the kick off cocktail party at from 6 p.m.-9 p.m.

Inspiration will take over the Spruce Goose Dome Friday, Feb. 8 from 4-9 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 9. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http://inspirationla.com.

You can find Inretrospect on our Long Beach Shopper's Map.

 

Can't help but love vintage clothing store in San DiegoThe Girl Can't Help It .

By Sasha Milena

With a catchy name like The Girl Can't Help It, this little vintage shop in San Diego is getting some serious attention in the North Park area of San Diego.

The Girl Can't Help It relocated from London to San Diego in the Fall.

The store relocated from London to San Diego in the Fall, and local vintage clothing lovers are finding that they can't help but love the quirky store.  They specialize in 1930s, 1940s and 1950s Hollywood glamour, but you can also find the bizarre to sophisticated mid century vintage clothing and accessories from the 1920s to the 1970s.

What I like about this store is how passionate they are about finding the most quality pieces.  They also have tons of photos on their Facebook page so you can preview the items before heading down to San Diego.

1950s silver lame Lurex pleated cocktail dress

 

In addition to clothing, The Girl Can't Help It also carries a fantastic selection of vintage accessories such as hats, shoes and purses.

 

When describing the style of clothing at The Girl Can't Help It, they said to think of 1930s Jean Harlow bias cut gowns, 1940s Joan Crawford fitted suits or a 1960s Audrey Hepburn little black dress.

Here are some photos for inspiration:

Visit The Girl Can't Help It: 3806 Grim Ave., San Diego, CA 92104, or preview inventory at www.thegirlcanthelpit.com.

 

Blu Button on 4th Street Gets A Vintage Makeover

Blu Button Boutique had a vintage makeover recently, and customers were invited to get a makeover too.

Esther Kim, owner of Blu Button Boutique in Long Beach, Calif. introduced a women's vintage line, and the store looks amazing!

The store's facelift included the addition of vintage clothing and accessories, along with new clothing. The vintage line has bright colors, floral prints and a variety of sizes.

Fashion-conscious ladies received free hair and make up makeovers inside the store during the makeover event.  Sonya Fredlov from Salon Pop on 4th Street styled hair, while Amenda Beck reinvented makeup for others.

Visit Blu Button Boutique at 2112 E 4th St. Long Beach, CA. 

 

Bettie Page Opens New Store On State Street In Santa Barbara

Bettie Page, a vintage-inspired clothing store, has opened a new location in Santa Barbara.

Classic and iconic fashions inspired by 1950s pinup models fill the racks, along with colorful and sexy accessories.

The "Captain" is Bettie Page's most popular dress. The design is very flattering and just an overal fun dress!

The dress is available in navy blue or red and is made of high quality stretch bengaline. It is double breasted with a ruffled sailor collar trimmed in white satin.

Get ready for summer ladies!  Bettie Page has classic bathing suits, fit for modern women and bright-colored beach bags.  And don't forget the peep toe high heels.

Visit Bettie Page's newest location on State Street in the delightful California coastal town of Santa Barbara.

807 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 92101

Hours: Mon - Fri 10 am to 9pm Sat 10am to 7pm Sun 11am to 7pm

Phone: (805)-845-9485

Modern men and women inspired by 1950s style TV show Pan Am

By Sasha Milena

ABCs new series: Pan Am

Mid-century fashion and style has experienced a resurgence in the last few years.  Shows like Mad Men and now Pan Am are taking audiences back to a time of impeccable fashion and are making knee-length skirts sexy again.



 Phot via Fashion eZine

Christian Dior's sophisticated and sleek H-line tunic-style suits matched with slim skirts became incredibly popular during the 1950s.

Christian Dior's H-line 1954, photo via designmuseum.org

Mixing new reproduction or vintage 1950s clothing and accessories with your current wardrobe can be easier than you think.  Bettie Page Clothing in Hollywood is a great place to find reproductions of 1950s era-style clothing.  Meow in Long Beach has top quality vintage clothing from many decades and you can find many deadstock pieces that have never been worn or very slightly used.

Shop around and add vintage scarves or jewelry to your wardrobe if you want to add just a tad of vintage flair to a more modern outfit.

For men's fashion visit Joyride: Vintage for Men in Orange, CA.  They have 1930s suits through 1980s western snap shirts.

WANTED: Vintage Clothing for Smokin' Hot Prices

 
FOUND: Villains Vintage in Orange, Calif.

Finding quality vintage clothing for a good price can be a bit of a challenge in So Cal.  After shopping at Villains Vintage you will surely be convinced that buying quality vintage does not have to come with an expensive price tag.

 
Villains Vintage has everything from vintage T-shirts to fun and flirty cocktail dresses.  Men and women's clothing from 1950s through the 1980s fill the racks and colorful accessories to add flare to any outfit.

  
 
Find Villains Vintage on the Orange County Shopper's Map. Print a map now!
Don't live in So Cal? Buy items directly from Villains online store

 
Villains Vintage * 940 W. Chapman Avenue, Ste. 102  Orange, Ca 92868  *714-628-7488 *  www.villainsvintage.com

All photos courtesy Villains Vintage

Meow Vintage Clothing Store in Long Beach Making Headlines

By Sasha Milena

 Meow vintage clothing display in the 2011 Inspiration Vintage Fashion Expo (photo by Sasha Milena)

The Los Angeles Huffington Post recently named Meow in Long Beach as one of the best Vintage stores in the area.

Owner Kathleen Schaaf is better known as the Queen of Vintage and rightfully so because of the incredible quality of clothing and accessories in Meow.

 Meow is located on 4th St. Retro Row in Long Beach, CA and carries a variety of women's, men's, and children's vintage fashions.

Find Meow on the Long Beach Antique and Retro Shopper's Map or visit their website www.meowvintage.com

Read the full story from the Huffington Post.

 
photo courtesy Meow

Just Added! Yellowstone Vintage Clothing in Santa Barbara

Women's and Men's Vintage Clothing

Yellowstone Vintage Clothing in Santa Barabara is the latest edition to the Santa Barbara/Ventura County Shopper's Map.

 
Vintage Neck Ties and Accessories

 
Plaid Dress and Shirt

 
Colorful Vintage Letter Jackets and Cowboy Boots

Visit Yellowstone Vintage:

527 State St.  * Santa Barabara, CA 93105  * 805.963.9609

The Highlight of Modernism Week: Palm Springs Show & Sale

by Sasha Milena

 Palm Springs Modernism Week: Braniff Airline Exhibit

The annual Palm Springs Modernism Week 2011 proved to be the largest and most event-packed mid-century celebration yet.

 Mid-Century Original Art

 Palm Springs Modernism Show 2011

 Vintage Ceramic Owl  from Grain

With over 85 exclusive dealers, the Modernism Show is truly the highlight of Modernism Week.  The show was extended to 4 days instead of 3 which allowed buyers and visitors to enjoy an extra day to view the outstanding collections of exhibitors from all over the U.S.

 Clothing by designer Trina Turk  Grain from Los Angeles

Several dealers from Antique and Retro Shopper's Map were in Palm Springs showing their most exquisite and unique pieces for Modernism:   Off the Wall from Los Angeles, Xcape from Long Beach, and The Atomic Bazaar from San Diego.

 Monkey Face Girl Poster from Off The Wall 

 Sculpture from Off The Wall, Los Angeles

 Side Chairs from Xcape

Xcape from Long Beach, CA

 Verner Panton Orange Cone Chair from The Atomic Bazaar

 The Atomic Bazaar from San Diego, CA

 Maisonry from Napa Valley exhibited eclectic pieces like an old children's tricycle and two French FK Bucket Chairs designed by Preban and Kastoln.

 Old Children's Tricycle from Maisonry in Napa Valley

Maisonry not only has an outstanding gallery but also host wine tastings and private events. 

 American Airlines Paris Poster

 

 Visitors of Palm Springs Modernism Show 2011

 Work by Sculptor Stan Bitters

 The PS Modernism Show was produced by Dolphin Promotions and organizer Gordon Merkle said, "This year we have brought on a dozen new dealers and have coordinated a Vintage Car Show as a part of the event."  Merkle also recognized the sponsorship of  The City of Palm Springs and appreciates their collaboration and support for the show.

 Horse Sculpture 
 Wood Sculpture

 
Vintage Clothing

 Buyers at the Palm Springs Modernism Show

 Mid-Century Original Art

 Ornate White Mirror

 Large Baseball Player Wood Sculpture from Off The Wall

 
Wood Sculpture display in lobby of Palm Springs Convention Center
 Silent Auction

 

Palm Springs Preservation Foundation