Vintage silk print dress

Here's a weekend outfit--this dress is one of the first in my vintage collection.  The raw silk and the print drew me in immediately.  And here's Link--on the mend and doing the standard blogger nonchalant "lookaway pose" in pictures again.  His shaved paws were for the IVs and multiple blood tests, not for fashion unfortunately.

Outfit details

Dress: Vintage

Shoes: No.6

Vintage and more

Here's a group picture from our latest hunt.gather.style pop up shop! 

(huge thank you to Michael for the great picture!)

L-R: Ashley, Theresa, Grechen, Sydney, Linda, me, Michelle

ps I'm in a vintage Mexican dress and Worishofers (of course)

Austin weekend shopping guide Nov 2

This upcoming weekend is packed with all sorts of good shopping in town--just in time for the cooler weather or if you're getting a head start on your Christmas list!

Vintage: first of all of course, there's our hunt.gather.style vintage clothing pop up shop on Saturday at Touch of Sass (5th and Lamar).  We've got a ton of great clothing and accessories to share with you--all at reasonable price points.

Crafts: the Feliz holiday sale looks amazing--lots of hand crafted goods by local artists, perfect for gift giving.  Workshops are on Saturday and the sale is on Sunday at the Palm Door.

Charity: The Settlement Home for Children charity garage sale is a yearly sale event.  This sale totally BLEW my mind.  It is at the Palmer Events center, organized so so well, and yet is simply overwhelming due to the size and amount of stuff under one roof!  This is not for the faint of heart, but there are some great deals to be had!  The volunteers are so wonderful and friendly as well.  $5 on Friday then free on Saturday and Sunday.  There's supposedly an amazing box sale in the afternoon on Sunday that sounds craaaazy!  And guys, this charity is really amazing, taking great care of children, and the proceeds from this weekend event goes to fund their entire years' worth of support services and operating costs.

Charity take 2: if you're not too shopped out yet, this is the last weekend for the Holiday Shopping Card by the American Cancer Society.  Buying this card for $50 (proceeds go straight to the American Cancer Society) will get you 20% off regular priced items at local stores and boutiques.  It's a great deal if you've had your eye on something for a while or can't wait till sale time!  Participating merchants include: Anthropologie, West Elm, By George, Kickpleat, Jonathan Adler and more!

hunt.gather.style SALE!

Jcrew cabochon fan necklace

A mint necklace has also been at the top of my summer list and I finally caved during the J.Crew additional sale and got this gorgeous one. 

Outfit details

Top: L'agence

Skirt: Vintage

Shoes: No.6

Accessories: Jcrew necklace

Amber

Something old and something new:  found this amber glass jewelry box at an estate sale a while ago that then spurred me to purchase this beautiful J Crew necklace. It's super gorgeous in real life but I'm afraid it's way too glamorous for my every day life.  I'm trying to keep my wardrobe purchases functional but isn't fashion partly about having something a little fun and extravagant and over the top?  Now I just need an invite to a gala or benefit (or just dinner!)

hunt.gather.style vintage clothing online!

I am so excited that we've opened our online shop on etsy!  We've selected some of our favorite items including fall blazers and tops and some fun dresses including this beauty here:

 Come check us out soon and have a great Labor Day weekend!

Watercolors

I am partial to watercolor prints and their timeless appeal.  This dress is at least 40 years old and yet I can imagine a similar print on current runways and magazines.  I've been trying to be super picky about my prints lately, buying for longevity instead of cutesy prints that will be dated in a few years (put a bird on it, anyone?).  However, if I do see anything with a llama on it, all bets are off!

Outfit details

Dress: Vintage

Shoes: No.6

Accessories: Jcrew belt

Candance Ang necklace

Dream Collective cuff

Dotty

Outfit details

Top: Gap
Skirt: Vintage

Shoes: Rack Room

Accessories: Coral necklace

Steven Alan murphy skirt

The baseball print on this silk skirt by Steven Alan is so awesome.

Outfit details

Tee: Textile for E&J
Skirt: Steven Alan

Shoes: Matt Bernson

Accessories:vintage coral necklace

hunt.gather.style pop up shop

I can't believe our summer shop is tomorrow!!!  We're busy tagging and getting some amazing finds ready for the shop tomorrow at Blue Elephant.  Check out our website for more pictures and I'll hopefully be putting more on facebook today too!  Hope to see you there!

Vintage batik dress

I love batik prints and this vintage one caught my eye while shopping on K'road in Auckland.  Most of the vintage I found was priced pretty high but there was this one shop where everything was either $10 or $15--my kind of store!  I spent a short minute thinking about hemming the dress to a more flattering length before the writing on the hem stopped me.  Google sadly has failed me--anyone have any info on the maker?

Outfit details

Dress: vintage from New Zealand

Shirt: Jcrew

Shoes: Franco Sarto

hunt.gather.style summer pop up shop!

Save the date!  Our vintage clothing pop up shop will be held at Blue Elephant in July.  We've got lots of fabulous summer dresses, skirts and accessories that will be sure to keep you feeling cool and looking stylish in this heat!

Vintage paisley shift dress

One of my favorite vintage dresses (although I seem to say that about all my dresses).  I'm crazy for paisley and this vintage Japanese print is just gorgeous.  The dress was about 3 sizes too big and my trusty alterations lady turned it into a sleek shift dress for me.

Outfit details

Dress: vintage

Shoes: Camper

Accessories: Jcrew belt

Orla Kiely for Uniqlo sailboat tee

 

I am so very fortunate to have a good friend in NYC who hits up all the best sales and collaborations and sends me items that can't be found within 1000 miles of Texas.  Orla Kiely prints + Uniqlo prices = LOVE!

Outfit details

Tee: Orla Kiely for Uniqlo

Skirt: Vintage

Shoes: You by Crocs

Accessories: Dream Collective

necklace

Tropicana

This dress was passed down to me from the lovely Andrea and I am in love!  It is so lightweight and flowy to wear, I've had to keep from reaching for it every day this long weekend.

Outfit details

Dress: thrifted by Andrea!

Shoes: Franco Sarto

Accessories: vintage coral necklace

Shopping in Chicago

 

I just got back from a trip to Chicago filled with good friends, fun, food, and lots of shopping.  Here's the only outfit picture I remembered to snap from the trip--my ideal shopping outfit!

Outfit details

Tee: Madewell

Skirt: Vintage/thrifted

Shoes: Worishofer

Accessories: BV bag

Dream Collective necklace and bracelet

  

One of my favorite items I snapped up - a vintage DVF

More pictures of my trip here!

No.6 floral dress

I really love No.6 and the ad they did for this dress back in Spring 2010. I'm thinking I need some floral wallpaper now...

Outfit details

Cardigan: T by Alexander Wang

Dress: No.6

Shoes: Camper

Accessories: vintage necklace

Polka

I was so happy to unpack this little vintage polka dot number from Japan out of my spring/summer clothing box!  It's good to see old friends again :)

Outfit details

Cardigan: Jcrew

Dress: Vintage

Shoes: Camper

Accessories: Jcrew belt and necklace

Spring uniform

I've been on the hunt for the perfect pair of nude sandals and am so happy with these Matt Bernson wedges.  The leather is soft, the footbed is well cushioned and the platform helps lessen the impact of the 4 inch heel!  I'll be wearing these all week so I'll report back later on the comfort factor for every day wear.  Fingers crossed!

Outfit details

Top: H&M

Skirt: H&M

Shoes: Matt Bernson

Accessories: vintage bracelets

Dream Collective necklace