The Best of 2013-Vintage Edition

For the past 2 years (check out 2011 and 2012 here) I've rounded up my favorite vintage finds of the year in a blog post. It's a fun way to reflect on my sales of the year and see how the shop has progressed. This year, I opened up a mobile boutique, launched a new website, and was a first-time vendor at the Manhattan Vintage Show so all in all, I'd say it was a pretty darn good year for La Poubelle Vintage. So how's about taking a walk down memory lane with me and checking out my greatest hits of 2013.

1. Hanae Mori Dress

It's hard to choose just 1 favorite but this Hanae Mori dress comes pretty close. I was lucky enough to acquire 3 pieces by the designer this year, one of which is still available in the shop!

2. Mink and Leather Jacket

3. Egyptian Print Skirt

Anyone who knows my vintage habits knows that I love a good Egyptian print. This one is the tops!

4. Amazing Red Silk Dress

  This one speaks for itself.

5. WWII Celluloid Pin

  Some vintage pieces I love because of the history involved. This pin dates to WWII where a pilot wore it while thinking of his gal back home.

6. 1950s Prom Dress

 

7. 1930s Kimono

 2013 will officially be known as the year that I became obsessed with the kimono.

8. 1940s Bronze Cocktail Dress

 Like wearing a dress made from liquid bronze!

9. 1970s Swimsuit

  The sexiest one piece in all the land!

10. Anne Fogarty Dress

  

 11. Hanae Mori Dress

 Another Hanae Mori stunner!

12. 1920s Lace Camisole

 A gorgeous antique lace piece.

13. 1960s Satin Cocktail Dress

   

14. 1940s Dress 

This one is all about the collar.

15. Rabbit Fur and Suede Jacket

  Another great jacket.

16. 1940s Zig Zag Dress

  I can't get enough of these zig zag details

17. 1960s Sundress

 

18. Horse Print Dress

I am alllll about this print!

19.  Red Justin Boots

20. 1970s Maxi Gown

This color combo is beyond!

21. 1960s Ruffled Dress

   

22. 1960s Pants

One snazzy pair of cigarette pants!

23. 1940s Cotton Dress

24. 1960s Floral Dress

25. 1970s Coat with Fox Collar

And as usual, many of my favorite finds this year are still available in the shop! Check out this 1970s jumpsuit,  huge amethyst necklace, 1950s sundress, and velvet Estevez dress now before they become relics of La Poubelle Vintage's past.

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Fall

 

As much as I love summer and all of its beer-soaked, sundress, food-cooked-on-the-grill glory, there is something quite comforting about fall. It's getting to be that time again where we go back to school, get back to reality, and bundle up with a cozy sweater and a latte. It's beginning to look a bit like fall at the La Poubelle Vintage HQ with some seasonal transition pieces trickling into the shop. Here are some of my favorites. [All images are linked]

Shop Sale!

Hey guys! Just a quick heads up that I will be taking a mini end-of-summer vacation starting today. I will be staring at the view above until the 26th so in the meantime, enjoy 30% off in the Etsy shop!

Vintage Hanae Mori-Finally Mine!

I first learned about the vintage designer Hanae Mori back in September and ever since, I've been plotting how to get my hands on one of her designs. Well, the time has finally come! I recently scored this amazing late '60s Hanae Mori dress for the Etsy shop and it's everything I'd hoped for: bright colors, a superb print, and lush silk. This is a true collectors item, find it in the Etsy shop now!

La Poubelle Vintage Mobile Is Launching–And You're Invited!

After months of hard work I'm finally ready to launch the La Poubelle Vintage mobile shop! Come down and celebrate with us at 323 Franklin Ave, at Clifton Pl. in Bed Stuy Brooklyn this Saturday, July 13th! Stop by between 1 and 7 p.m. and you'll get the first official peek at the trailer, plus you'll get to shop all the stock I've been saving up. We'll also be grilling up hot dogs, serving free beer, and hooking you up with some awesome discounts! The event is open to the public so bring your vintage-loving friends and family along! Spread the word and RSVP with the official Facebook event!

P.S. The event got a shout out on Time Out NY, check it out here!

P.P.S. The trailer has come a looooong way! Check out updates here, here and here to see how our mobile shop has progressed!

Summertime Update

 Here's a peek at what's been trickling into the shop lately. I seem to be in a feminine mood lately with lots of pink and purple tones. All of these summer-ready pieces are in the shop now (images are linked).

The Bride Wore La Poubelle Vintage

Two weeks ago, the lovely Stephany Byrne stopped by La Poubelle headquarters (aka my apartment) in search of three dresses for her wedding weekend, wedding dress included! She was going for a 1970's boho vibe to match the wedding's laid-back Hudson Valley setting. For cocktails the evening before the big day, she chose a '70s cotton dress, below. She didn't snag any pictures the night of but here's a shot of the dress from the Etsy shop.

For her wedding ceremony, she settled on an ethereal '70s white cotton maxi dress. Doesn't she look amazing?

 

And for brunch the next day, she chose the '70's printed maxi dress below, which suits her so perfectly! Stephany added her own vintage touch by attaching a silk flower pin that belonged to her mother at the waist (something borrowed and something blue!).

We're so glad we were able to be a part of Stephany's big day and we wish her the absolute best in her newly married life!