Raven Denim & Hailey's Hand Me Downs

Raven Denim recently came out with their Spring 2010 look book, and as I started flipping through the pages I was overwhelmed with joy to see one of my Hailey's Hand Me Down's pieces paired with their darling denim. The piece is a 1970's plaid poncho and is absolutely darling. One of their stylists for the line purchased the poncho from Raggedy Threads Vintage Shoppe, located in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles, where I was selling my pieces at the time. They also mixed in lovely pieces from Raggedy Threads including vintage blouses, and handmade jewelry from Colombia. The styling done in their look book is flawless, and I am very proud that Hailey's Hand Me Downs had a very small part in the process. The look book turned out beautifully and I am extremely anxious to see the line this Spring! 

To see more from Raven Denim please visit, www.ravendenim.com

And to shop at Hailey's Hand Me Downs Vintage visit, www.haileyshandmedowns.com

Thanks for stopping by,

Hailey 

Chloe: Fall 2009 Ready to Wear: Runway Show

The following photographs come from the designer Chloe, and are part of their fall 2009 ready to wear collection. I thought I'd share my favorite outfits from their runway show with you so that you could get inside my head a bit as far as new, designer fashion goes. I'm an old soul, and my heart truly belongs in vintage fashion, but it gives me great joy to see designers such as Chloe taking inspiration from our past and bringing it in to new designs in the present. Their designs always seem to give me a 1960s'/1970s' feel, and anything resembling those decades seems to bring a smile to my face. The collection captures femininity and strength, and in my opinion is absolutely beautiful.

Early Mornin' Inspiration

I am currently sitting in one of my very favorite coffee shops with a chai latte in hand and excitement for vacation on my mind. Hailey's Hand Me Downs etsy shop will sadly be on "vacation mode" tomorrow, September 22nd, through Sunday, October 4th while I'm away. This will make our shop unavailable to the public, meaning no purchases in that time frame. (More of a reason to stop by the shop today for our sale!) I will be taking the next couple weeks to visit with family and old friends, and of course to do some vintage treasure hunting in the small towns these people I love reside in. I am hoping to find beautiful long dresses for fall, darling shoes and handbags, and some oh so lovely acrylic sweaters. My only worry is that I won't be able to fit all my finds in my suitcase home! Please be sure to stop by the blog in the weeks to come. Even though the store will be temporarily unavailable, I still plan on keeping you all up to date here on our blog. I hope that all of your days are kind and that you are happy! 

With a smile,

Hailey 

*all images found via ffffound.com 

LAST DAY of our lovely SALE!

Stop on by the shop today, September 21st, to receive 10-20% off ALL merchandise before the day & sale ends!  All of these darling vintage threads photographed are on sale & could be at your door step before the week is over, so get your favorite pieces while you can! 

www.haileyshandmedowns.com

As always, thanks for stopping by,

Hailey 

Raggedy Threads Vintage Event!

If you're in the Los Angeles area tomorrow stop on by Raggedy Threads Vintage Shoppe between 12 and 8 for an incredible event and sale. All merchandise, including all Hailey's Hand Me Down items, will be 15% off, as well $3 to $10 rummage bins with fantastic vintage steals. As always they will have delicious wine and cheese, and great bands performing in the shoppe. For this particular event Raggedy Threads is featuring the jewelry designer "LUX", and is launching their very own t-shirt line "Jam & Peas" . The Bloom Festival will also be taking place tomorrow in the Arts District of downtown, so head that way and stop on by Raggedy Threads! Have a beautiful weekend. Thanks for stopping by! 

Stylin' Ladies with a Vintage Touch

These gals are two of my absolute favorite musicians as well as style icons. 

The first, is Zooey Deschanel, one of the singers for the band She & Him. Her other band member is M. Ward, and together they have created band with a sixties pop sound and a folk feel. As you may know Zooey Deschanel is also an up and coming actress and has recently stared in the film "Yes Man" with Jim Carey, and will also be staring in the movie "500 Days of Summer" that opens next week. These are just two of her many accomplishments in film, and I'm sure it's not the last we will be seeing of her. I am very influenced and inspired by Zooey's sense of style. More often than not her look reminds me of a young woman from the nineteen fifties. The fifties are one of my favorites decades for fashion, mostly because I feel it gives you such a classic and beautiful look. Something that I personally feel is rare to find in the Hollywood film scene that Zooey is a part of. The fifties represent simplicity at its best to me in the eyes of fashion, and Zooey Deschanel wears them well. 

The second is Joanna Newsom, a solo artist from the small town I grew up in, Nevada City, California. Her unique voice has made her quite famous along with her ability to play the harp, piano, and to write beautiful songs. She is a folk artist in every sense of the word. Joanna has recorded four albums, an EP record, and has been a apart of a number of collaborations. Her style reminds me very much of the late sixties and early seventies. Lots of floral prints, sun dresses,  light weight fabrics, and worn boots. Her style is incredible, and I think part of the reason I enjoy it so much is because it reminds me of my childhood. Carefree, and happy. 

*Images found via lastfm.com

Etsy Preview!

Here's a little preview of some of the items you'll see in the etsy shop within the next couple days. Don't forget that lots of new items were added this past week, so stop on by the shop whenever you get the chance. Good night pals, and as always thanks for stopping by! 

*Click the collage for a closer look.

UPDATE! Theses adorable items and more have all been added to the online store. Stop on by to get them before they're gone!