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Wearing vintage on a regular basis can be quite trying sometimes – here are some posts to make it easier. Plus tips to achieve beauty looks from a bygone era!

Myself, wearing a blue satin dressing gown standing in front of my closet. Blue text overlay reads "How I Clean Out My Closet"

How I Clean Out My Closet

July 29, 2020, 3 Comments on How I Clean Out My Closet

Due to COVID-19, many of us a bit more time on our hands, and it’s a perfect time to get some house work done, including cleaning out closets. If you’re a bit of a clothes horse like myself, then cleaning out your closet can seem overwhelming, but having a game plan can help make it…

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A blue sky above the Redlands train station, which is a white building with pillars. "Redlands" in red letters reads across the top of the building. An overlay in red type reads "Redlands Vintage Shopping Guide"

Redlands Vintage Shopping Guide

May 15, 2019, Leave a Comment on Redlands Vintage Shopping Guide

Please Note: This post was originally published in May of 2019. However I attempt to keep this post current and up-to-date as new shops arrive and/or sadly close. Please keep in mind I do not visit as often as I would like, and from time to time you may find this post to be out…

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Magnolia Park Vintage Shopping Guide

Burbank’s Magnolia Park Vintage Shopping Guide

July 2, 2018, 4 Comments on Burbank’s Magnolia Park Vintage Shopping Guide

Please Note: This post was originally published in July of 2018. However I attempt to keep this post current and up-to-date as new shops arrive and/or sadly close. Please keep in mind I do not visit as often as I would like, and from time to time you may find this post to be out…

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Our 1954 Home: Dressing Room Tour & Storage Solutions

April 20, 2018, 11 Comments on Our 1954 Home: Dressing Room Tour & Storage Solutions

Awhile ago I did a tour of my dressing room on Instagram Stories, and I got loads of requests to do it as a blog post. So I am happy to say I am finally here with that much requested post! There was certainly a lot of photography gymnastics on Patrick’s part to photograph this…

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Orange Vintage Shopping Guide

June 19, 2017, Leave a Comment on Orange Vintage Shopping Guide

Please Note: This post was originally published in June of 2017. However I attempt to keep this post current and up-to-date as new shops arrive and/or sadly close. Within even a short time of moving to California I was receiving e-mails of people planning visits to California and wanted to know where to shop. I…

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Beginners Guide to Vintage Shopping

December 28, 2013, 16 Comments on Beginners Guide to Vintage Shopping

In my numerous vintage shopping excursions I have observed many people coming into shops who are not familiar with vintage, and may be just starting out.  Some get overwhelmed, others confused, so I thought I’d offer up some of my personal tips that I know make for a better shopping experience. Be Respectful When you…

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15 Vintage Essentials

June 12, 2013, 28 Comments on 15 Vintage Essentials

Awhile ago I was contacted by a reader who recently noticed a fashion trend, 15 essentials for your wardrobe.  She liked this idea, but felt that the contemporary trends didn’t help her in building up her vintage wardrobe, so she suggested the idea to me! Just remember, not every piece has to be vintage! Several…

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Portland Vintage Guide

May 21, 2013, 19 Comments on Portland Vintage Guide

September 2014 UPDATE: As I no longer call Portland home, this list may find itself out of date, as I will only know of changes in shops via friends and social media. So it is more important than ever to check Facebook, Google, and/or Yelp pages to see if businesses are still in operation and…

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How To Maintain Your Vintage Wardrobe

January 7, 2013, 16 Comments on How To Maintain Your Vintage Wardrobe

Vintage is many things. On one side we love vintage because it’s unique, more flattering and of better quality than the majority of contemporary clothing on the store racks today.  However, vintage isn’t without its problems.  How many of us have suffered a stain or tear or lost a tap? Part of wearing vintage is…

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How To Travel with Vintage

December 16, 2012, 17 Comments on How To Travel with Vintage

When vintage is all you own, traveling can be a bit of a burden in a way. Between getting folds in garments, worrying about damage on the road, not to mention all of the other travel anxieties, it can get a little hectic. Your Suitcase I travel using vintage luggage.  This is for a handful…

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The label behind this dress has a story of a love The label behind this dress has a story of a love affair, illegitimate child, kidnapping, and the mob! 🧵🪡👗 Read more on the blog! Link in stories and bio!
Explore my recently revamped bathroom! Learn more Explore my recently revamped bathroom! Learn more over on the blog! 💖💖💖 Link in bio!
BLOGGED! The revamp of our master bathroom! See an BLOGGED! The revamp of our master bathroom! See and read more over on the blog. 💖 Link in stories and bio! 
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It’s a gloomy day (and suppose to stay gloomy an It’s a gloomy day (and suppose to stay gloomy and rainy for a few days) so here is a kitty photo dump to brighten your day.
Guys, I did a thing. I hadn’t had my hair profes Guys, I did a thing. I hadn’t had my hair professionally cut since 2017. And I’d been thinking about getting a light shag/wolf/low key Farrah for over a year now, to better fit in with my vibe. When I saw @florencepugh ‘s hair in Hawkeye (swipe for reference photos!) I knew that was the look I would feel the most comfortable going with. Not too drastic, but still a change. I’ve never had layers before, and haven’t had bangs of any sort since I was in like the second grade. This is a big change for me, and was ultra nervous. But @jameyonmelrose is a true hair goddess. She listens so well before hand and then works her magic. I can’t believe I didn’t do this sooner. Thank you so much, Jamey!
Patrick and I were in Palm Springs for his confere Patrick and I were in Palm Springs for his conference and stayed at one of the most charming places ever, Palm Springs’ longest running hotel, @casa_cody in their Olympic Cottage, which originally housed Olympic athletes from the 1932 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. 🏃🏼‍♀️ See and learn more over on the blog! Link in stories and bio!
BLOGGED! A visit to @muzeo for their exhibit about BLOGGED! A visit to @muzeo for their exhibit about one of my favorite artists, J.C. Leyendecker. If you don’t know the name, don’t fret! Head over to the blog to learn all about this amazing artist who put queer in the mainstream right under heterosexual noses. Huge thanks to @artofclarksilva for curating this delightful and informative exhibit.
I can’t help but wonder what will become of this I can’t help but wonder what will become of this fantastic neon sign in DCA with the revamp of the Wharf into San Fransokyo. It’s an amazing piece of neon art that should either go to the @disney Archives or @museumofneonart .
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. Ho I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. Hollywood Forever is an icon of LA, but can be overwhelming, with its sprawling lawns and rows of headstones. Even with a map it can be difficult to locate the resting spots of your favorite stars. Those wishing to visit the variety of celebs who call Hollywood Forever home should book @cemeterytourguide ‘s tour. She effortlessly guides visitors through while sharing some of Hollywood’s most interesting stories and humanizing stars, icons, and legends. Plus, there is @closeupthecemeterycat a star in his own right! 🐈‍⬛
Today we said goodbye to @p22mountainlion along wi Today we said goodbye to @p22mountainlion along with thousands of other mourners at his Celebration of Life. I was immensely thankful for the ability to attend, thanks to @drunkensquid who was able to secure tickets when I was unable to. For the uninitiated, P22 was a mountain lion who crossed two freeways unscathed before arriving in Griffith Park which he called home for the last ten years, becoming a celebrity in his own right after gracing the pages of National Geographic when he was photographed in front of the Hollywood sign. He also became an ambassador for the crisis facing mountain lions, who are facing the possibility of extinction (in as soon as 15 years) due to inbreeding due to lack of biodiversity. The key is building wildlife bridges and soon the world’s largest will open. But funding is required to build more. I highly recommend following P22’s account to learn how to help. 🐱 While wildlife and climate issues are serious matters, today I couldn’t help but be reminded of the Psych episode where Shawn and Gus attend a memorial for a sea lion, where life is certainly imitating art.
The other day I was at my local used bookstore and The other day I was at my local used bookstore and stumbled upon a collection of vintage 60s-early 80s occult and conspiracy books. While I didn’t buy them all, I bought a fair amount. The highlight being first paperback editions of Anton LaVey’s Satanic Bible, and Satanic Rituals for $2.97 each. When snapping photos, Houdini of course got in on the action, just like how he climbed atop the record player when I was playing Occult Explosion. My little perfect demon child.
Sometimes photos that @patrickarlt and I take neve Sometimes photos that @patrickarlt and I take never see the light of day. Every once in awhile I’ll throw one or two up here on Insta, but for the most part, the random sign or abandoned building I snap a picture of gets forgotten about because it never gets a dedicated blog post. Today that changes! Head over to the blog for a glimpse at some of the remnants, remains, and random snapshots of last year. 📷 Link in bio and stories. 
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BLOGGED! A visit to Mission San Luis Rey, which st BLOGGED! A visit to Mission San Luis Rey, which stood in for Mission San Gabriel in one of my favorite TV shows, Zorro. See and read more on the blog! 🗡️ Link in stories and bio!
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The sun has set on another drive-in. We all knew @ The sun has set on another drive-in. We all knew @missiontikidrivein ‘s days were numbered. We got more time than we thought, but the unceremonious closure that occurred last night hurt. I found out about the closure too late to make it out there one more time. This drive-in got myself, many of my friends, and I’m sure many more, through some of the toughest parts of the pandemic. It was one of the few places we felt comfortable gathering at in the pre-vaccine days. We stood, 6-10 feet apart, masked, and were happy to be out and seeing those we loved and enjoying some literal good old fashioned entertainment. Thankfully there are a handful of other drive-ins near me to visit, but this highlights how important it is to support YOUR local drive-in. If you want a better understanding of the economics of running a drive-in I highly recommend @april_wright_1999 ‘s two documentaries on the subject.
BLOGGED! A look at how I decorate for Valentine’ BLOGGED! A look at how I decorate for Valentine’s Day. 💘 Link in stories and bio!
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