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Austin Renegade Craft Fair 2013
Palmer Auditorium brought back memories of shopping the City Wide Garage Sale with mom. Scouring booths to find that one sweet deal, the single piece of treasure you’d be allowed to take home with you. This weekend, local makers (and those from afar) swooped in to put their efforts and craftsmanship on display. My overall impression ...
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Womens G-Star Raw Dayton Denim Moto Jacket M – $150
Add sleek racing lines to your wardrobe with this chic raw denim jacket by G-Star. The fit and flattering motocross silhouette polishes casuals and dark denim the alternative to your basic black. Snap neck and wrist closures. Zip front and zip pockets at the waist. Brass G-Star snaps. Yellow stitch finish. By G-Star Made in ...
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80s Carlisle Fuschia Braid and Tassel Crop Jacket – $85
Exquisitely made Carlisle piece from the 80s. Military styling meets a burst of Fuschia in this playful crop jacket in a light wool. Wide lapel front with a single button closure. Front pockets (decorative only). Braid and tassel detail at the front. Stylized plastic buttons on the front and wrists. Charming back vent detail for ease. Padded shoulders ...
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Peacock Study
Proud and preening While snowy ladies, sleeping Ignore all the cries And a hundred flashing eyes Shooting peacocks today at Mayfield Park. All the boys had their colors on. A few Spring flowers in bloom as well!
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Arts & Crafts – Nail Art
Call it craft, DIY, homegrown, heritage, making, artisan…call it whatcha like. People of a certain generation have shown a huge interest in reviving a culture of crafting things with their own two hands. Understanding a process from the inside out. And things once considered hobbies are now considered callings. As I discover vintage pieces with that crafted ...
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VERSACE VERSUS 90s Blue Leather Cabachon Lion Head Belt – $85
Versace flash in cobalt blue leather with brass hardware details. Lion’s head in silver atop a brass cabachon. Side cabachon links and studding on the leather. By Versus by Gianni Versace Made in Italy Leather and brass Size 70/28, adjustable Good condition with some wear on the leather and tarnish on the cabachons
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DIOR Gold Medallion Starburst Cinch Belt Black Suede – $95
Beautiful piece by designer Christian Dior. Huge gold tone medallion with filigree work on an adjustable black suede belt with grosgrain backing. Hook finish. By Christian Dior Numbered 2548 Measures up to 32″ in length. Medallion is 4″ around. Good vintage condition with small spot on the suede and some tarnish on the hook closure, ...
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Pauline Trigere Red Wool Swing Coat – $550
Timeless classic from designer Pauline Trigere in a vivid red. This bold swing coat dating from the 80s is well-suited to slip over jeans or evening wear alike. Triple seaming down the back and well-shaped shoulders create crisp edges adding artful structure to this bold piece. The quality of the wool is outstanding in color and texture and ...
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Away We Go! Purse & Clutch Spring 2013 – Part Deux
The rest of Purse & Clutch’s Spring Collection has arrived! In keeping with our theme of ways to get places, Jen and I headed to the lakeside on a slightly windy morning (the hat kept trying to make an escape), to capture Jen’s new fair trade handbags in the lovely light. We’ve been fortunate enough to ...