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Prints Charming

Yo Vintage’s newest lookbook pays homage to all things printed.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Feb 07, 2012 at 10:00AM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

Photo: Charise Marie

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As if there weren’t already enough reasons to be in love with our vintage scene, Yo Vintage owner Sarah Radcliffe just keeps giving us more. This time it’s the adorable new lookbook entitled Prints Charming featuring chic, printed retro apparel teamed up with some (hey why not?) imaginary furry friends.

See something you love in the slide show? All the pieces from the book are up for grabs on the web site as of Thursday. (Adorable giraffes are not for sale)

ShopYoVintage.com

Lookbook Credits
Model: Marlene Avelino
Stylist: Nova Dando + Sarah Radcliffe
Photography: Charise Marie
Hair + Makeup: Sam Denecke

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Tags: Vintage, Yo Vintage, Fashion Framed

We Heart Video

The Night Rider Lookbook

Vintage shoes get their time to shine.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Jan 09, 2012 at 09:00AM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

It’s another week and another cool thing from Solestruck. This time the quickly growing shoe tycoon put together a rockin’ roller rink shoot giving love to their Antiquities Department (aka vintage) with local apparel from Ms. Wood, Rad Summer, Yo Vintage and Moonwoods. Basically, it looks like the coolest kids in school had a party and we wish we were invited.

See the entire lookbook here and watch the video shenanigans below.

Photographer: Nick Wilson
Videographer: Samantha Chin
Design Layout: Tina Le
Hair: Jaime Kenna
MUA: Rachel Manley
Stylists: Anna Branch, Nicole Breed, Erin Enos and Kayla Rekofke

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Tags: video, Vintage, Shoes, Solestruck

Bridal Bliss

The Xtabay Vintage Bridal Salon

Longtime vintage curator, Liz Gross, opens a 50’s chic bridal salon.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Dec 09, 2011 at 09:00AM Speech Bubble 1 Comments

Krystal South wears a 1950’s illusion lace and tulle wedding gown from Xtabay. Photograph by Holly Andres.

Brides-to-Be (and friends of) take note. One of Portland’s most beloved vintage stores, Xtabay, took over the top floor of its space and turned it into a late 1950s Parisian Atelier. Owner Liz Gross has amassed nearly 100 vintage wedding gowns from the 1920s-60s, plus a handful of modern high-end couture gowns.

The collection consistently changes and grows with Gross always on the eye for a perfectly dreamy dress. She states her goal of the salon “is to provide modern brides a luxurious bridal shopping experience while offering them something unique, one of a kind, “green” and extremely affordable.” And FYI if you do find the gown you crave they provide services such as alterations, re-working and customizing. There’s even a full time seamstress on hand during the appointment for consultations.

As if the gorgeous vintage wedding gowns weren’t enough the bridal salon also sells accessories such as headpieces, veils, vintage and antique jewelry, shoes, shawls, and fabulous bridesmaid dresses. But what goes underneath all that? The shop carries the official shape wear line used on TV’s Mad Men – Rago. The 65-year-old New York based company specializes in nipping tucking and displaying everything just right for your big day.

Currently the bridal salon is by appointment only so call to set up a viewing with your bridesmaids in tow. The shop will provide the tea, coffee and champagne, but your girlies will provide the Oohs-and-Ahhs.

Xtabay Vintage Bridal Salon
2515 SE Clinton St., Portland, OR 97202
Entrance is on the corner on 25th, under the blue awning
For Appointments call 503 230 2899
Xtabay’s FB Page

Not getting hitched but you still want to check it out? The bridal salon hosts it’s Open House Saturday the 10th (tomorrow) from 12-6pm. Browse the gowns and keep a mental checklist for anyone that might need a dress soon.

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Tags: Vintage, Shop Local, Bridal

We Heart Video

Yo Vintage Video

A little looksee into the master mind of Yo Vintage, Sarah Radcliffe.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Oct 04, 2011 at 11:00AM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

If you’ve done even a smidge of vintage shopping in this city, you already know that we’ve got the cream of the crop. But, did you realize our vintage goodies are fabulous enough to lure in stylish Brits from across the pond? That seems to be how we managed to luck our way into Sarah Radcliffe, owner of Yo Vintage. The mainly online store has some unbelievable finds from both here and her home territory for an always eye-catching combination. Watch the video to learn a little bit more about the beauty/brains combo.

Video by Katie Freedle

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Tags: Fashion, video, Vintage, Yo Vintage

Sensory Overload

Highlights from Xtabay

A compilation of the top vintage selections from 2010.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Dec 27, 2010 at 11:00AM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

Photo: Xtabay

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I have named dropped the Xtabay vintage boutique enough times it probably has a crack in it. It’s not my fault though; the selection of clothing is so well curated I cannot help but talk about it over and over (and over). Owner Liz Gross just shared some of her favorite pieces from 2010 that are sure to dazzle. Enjoy the slideshow looking back at the year that looked back on many years.

Xtabay
2515 SE Clinton St
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 230-2899
Mon-Wed,Fri-Sun 11am-6pm;
Thu 9am-5pm
Xtabay’s Facebook

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Tags: Fashion, Vintage, Shopping

Boutique Spotlight

Golden Rule

Do unto others as this shop does unto you.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Dec 13, 2010 at 12:30AM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

Photo: Store/Designer Site

A tiny store with big ideas on keeping it fresh.

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I was out in the miserable rain scouting some of my favorite indie boutiques for an upcoming fashion shoot when I wandered into the Golden Rule on East Burnside. And then I nearly tripped over a giant pile of clothes stacked high on a blanket tossed on the ground. Turns out the whole mound is the vintage fashion version of bobbing for apples with everything on the blanket given the basement bargain price tag of $5. I tore through the lot past a freaky faux fur, one stray boot and a seriously sassy sequined tunic that might have been stolen from the Golden Girls set to find myself a vintage navy Jantzen cardigan. Victory!

After I pulled my head out of the pile of inexpensive wonders I actually stopped to look around. I saw whale sketches, photographs and jewelry amongst the scarves hanging from the ceiling and small rows of vintage clothing at reasonable prices. I ran through a rack of spangles and sparkles and eyed a handful of bags with a bias to a tan briefcase style purse before remembering tis the season to buy for others. Just as I was complimenting the visual merchandising of the store, consignment specialist Melissa DeMerit dropped a serious organizational bomb on me. The store completely changes its inventory, floor lay out and décor each month to match the art displayed on the walls. I can’t even bring myself to organize my closet more than twice a decade; I am utterly impressed the retail equivalent is happening every lunar cycle. This is the perfect shop for those of us who love vintage and have short attention spans. What is that….90% of the city?

Photo: Eden Dawn

Don’t be scared of the $5 pile. Just dive in and come up when you need air.

The $5 pile will be on the floor until Wednesday at 9pm for anyone wanting to take a turn at the hunting game. Once First Friday roles around each month the inventory you see in the store disappears, if you see something you want you’re best off grabbing it then and there. I am already regretting I didn’t grab the Golden Girls sweater; those crazy broads are my role models for anything to do with shoulder pads.

Golden Rule
811 E Burnside Suite 122
Portland, Or
(on the back side of the building)
Holiday Hours: 12-9pm Sun-Sat
GoldenRulePortland.com

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Tags: Fashion, Vintage, Shop Local

Runway Happiness

The Weekend in Pictures

The Flurry and Xtabay shows in visual representation.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Dec 06, 2010 at 11:00AM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

Photo: OSI Photography

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Portland is a cold, cruel world today. Not only because I flew in from Honolulu last night after a week of basking in the tropical sun with blue-green waves crashing at my feet (don’t hate me, I have been trying to squeeze in that vacation for the last 5 years), but because when I was gone I missed all kinds of fun fashion times. And I hate missing out on anything fun and fashion related. I can tell from the activity on my Facebook page that multiple events went down, but notably two fashion shows took place. The Xtabay Holiday Show with beautiful girls in vintage gowns who put on elbow length gloves and sashayed about with invisible books atop their heads. This video has left me more than a little jealous since I long for day when I can find a suitable reason to put on elbow length gloves, but alas no reason ever comes. On the opposite spectrum the slideshow contains pictures from pop up shop Flurry’s weekend show featuring 15 local designers like Betty Jean Couture and Ms. Woods. Overall the clothes look pretty dang cute, but I have to question some of the hair styling at the show. I love big hair, but once it gets above 4", it’s pretty distracting. You can pick up items from both of these shows at their respective stores. If you made it to either runway extravaganza, let us know your thoughts!

Xtabay
Flurry

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Tags: fashion show, Vintage, Shopping, Shop Local, Pop Up Shop

I'm special

Boutique Spotlight: Gilt

A jewelry store to fulfill your Gilt-y pleasures.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Nov 08, 2010 at 11:00AM Speech Bubble 1 Comments

Photo: Samantha Lemieux

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When reaching the crucial point of accessorizing during my daily routine, there is a question I am forced to ask myself. What will my jewelry be today? New? Vintage? Mr. T inspired chains? At this point I usually collapse under my own pressure and pile it all on mixing styles. For people like me, with a love of all jewelry old and new, the place to shop is Gilt. Located on bustling NW 23rd Gilt showcases a wide array of new, vintage and repurposed jewelry. Owner Paula Bixel has done a stand up job of mixing together many decades of accessories under one roof. I have seen everything from a vintage engagement ring to funky felted earrings adorn outgoing customers. For the lovers of all things old the downstairs portion has sparkly necklaces, antique brooches and rings a plenty to run your eyes over. The upstairs section of the store has lots of local love with display cases dedicated to different Portland artists offering up some of their newest creations. Just a handful of some of the things you can your accessory lusting hands on here:

Hand felted earrings, rings, hair pins, and bracelets
Beautifully reworked / genuine vintage jewelry
Assorted textiles made into earrings, including leather
Aged copper necklaces
Doorknob bracelets
Coral necklace
Affordable to high end

It’s worth the trip in itself as the holidays draw near, but since it happens to be in the heart of Nob Hill shopping area you might as well make a day of it. Oh, and don’t forget your wallet, you’re going to need it.

Photo: Samantha Lemieux

Gilt:
720 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, Or
Hours:
Tues – Sat 11:30am – 6pm
Sunday 12pm – 5pm
Closed Mondays
GiltJewelry.com

View slideshow to see all kinds of Gilt goodies.

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Tags: Vintage, Accessories, Shop Local, Spotlight

Vintage Vixens

Prance and Swagger

New items for you to get your Mad Men on.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Oct 20, 2010 at 10:11AM Speech Bubble 2 Comments

Photo: Prance and Swagger

1950’s Librarian Dress

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Prance and Swagger is one of Portland’s new wave of online vintage stores and they have some fabulous new (old) goodies in this week. Bookmark their Etsy site and check it regularly if you want to be the one to walk home with a 1950’s “Librarian Dress.” I always love the thrill of the hunt in vintage shopping and doing it from your computer just made it a little easier.

Prance & Swagger Etsy_

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Tags: Vintage, Shopping

I Heart Videos

Vintage Fashion Video

A look back at the daintier era of fashion shows.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Sep 23, 2010 at 01:06PM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

As Portland Fashion Week draws nearer and nearer to us, I thought it was a good idea to see how fashion shows have evolved over the years. Today, professional shows consist of blaring music, bright lights and the requisite celebrity in the front row wearing an oversized pair of sunglasses—indoors. Incidentally, since Portland is low on celebrities I volunteer to play that role if anyone is asking. Observe this fantastic video demonstrating how we have slowly gotten away from the multi-spin runway pose.

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Tags: Fashion, video, Vintage

SHOP TALK

Prints Charming

The Night Rider Lookbook

The Xtabay Vintage Bridal Salon

Yo Vintage Video

Highlights from Xtabay

Golden Rule

The Weekend in Pictures

Boutique Spotlight: Gilt

Prance and Swagger

Vintage Fashion Video

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