Mele Kalikimaka!
Today Patrick and I went to Don the Beachcomber in Huntington Beach for the International Tiki Marketplace. While my interest in tiki is not as deep as some, my brother is really into tiki, and I felt it would be a great opportunity to find him a unique Christmas present.
There were loads of swell vendors, each ranging from artists selling their own wares, which ranged from jewelry to art pieces to clothing, to those selling vintage tiki goods, including mugs, clothing and decor. And we couldn’t help getting something for ourselves too. Patrick came home with a swell shirt, and I got myself a really neat purse, one that I think will work well for both tiki and adventurer chic outfits.
Outfit
Sweater (part of a sweater set) and purse: Antique Alley, Portland, Ore.
Skirt: Bettie Page Clothing (now Tatyana)
Belt: Belonged to my grand
Pinstriped Shoes & Earrings: Gifts
TCB Necklace: Ebay
Hawaiian Charm Bracelet: Gift from my dad
We love that place! There are some swell vendors (promotional Disneyland videos from the 1950s anyone?), and the restaurant´s take on chicken and waffles is obscenely good.
Hello.
I just had to leave a comment, to tell you: yo uhave the most magnificent jewelery. It’s fun to look at. 🙂
Marija
That purse IS awesome! I can totally see it working either way, like you said. The shape is fantastic!
you look so adorable in wiggle skirts and sweaters! great look!
… the new purse is perfect. i see you rocking this little one with a lot of styles!
Hello there,
I’m curious, what does the “TCB” in your necklace stand for? Is it sterling silver? Do you purchase jewelry made of other materials? Do you only purchase “vintage” jewelry or just whatever “speaks” to you? I myself am partial to unique, artisan, and modular jewelry.
Thanks for the great read,
-Andrea
The TCB necklace is a replica of one worn by Elvis, and the TCB stands for “Taking Care of Business.” This version isn’t sterling, but Graceland sells versions that are I believe. For the most part I buy vintage jewelry, and while I used to buy whatever spoke to me, I’ve started to prefer sterling, brass, and gold, and really no longer have patience for cheap jewelry that wears through in parts showing a base metal.