Archive for May, 2010
Guide to Phoenix Vintage
I love vintage shopping. I just do.
I like the shape and styles of 1950s and ’60s dresses. I like to imagine the dinner parties that have taken place at mid-century modern tables using funky-shaped wooden ice buckets and guilded high ball glasses.
Strangely enough, Phoenix is a pretty good destination for vintage shopping. I recently created an indie shopping post and realized — wow, there are actually quite a few stores choose from! And it’s not all thrift/vintage — you know the old stuff salvaged from some old lady’s closet in Glendale. We now have 2 high-end vintage stores, loads of mid-priced spots with a well-edited collection.
You want to go for a vintage excursion — but where to go?
(Click for an interactive version of map)
Vintage (blue)
Some good destinations for vintage/old clothing and accessories.
- Blueberry Deluxe Boutique
- Butter Toast
- Antique Sugar (formerly Hollywood Regency)
- MacAlpline’s Vintage
- Mercantile
- Mint Vintage
- Retro Ranch
- Vintage by Misty
Fancy vintage (pink)
For true vintage lovers! The spots you go to find well-made, high-quality or designer vintage clothing and accessories in pristine condition. Stop here for party dresses and one-of-a-kind accessories. Expect dresses to run from around $100 to several hundred.
Vintage furniture (yellow)
These all feature mid-century modern style furniture — my favorite.
- Phoenix Metro Retro
- Modern Manor
- Red Modern Furniture
Did I miss your favorite store? Let me know, I’ll add it to the map.
Phoenix things to do: May 28 – 31
It’s Memorial Day weekend! Enjoy the extra day off by doing something good.
FRIDAY
Eat a bacon brownie @ Royal Coffee Bar
Every Friday morning the people Royal bake these strangely delicious concoctions on the premises. During the school year, they go quickly.
Royal Coffee Bar
14 E. Pierce
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Zombie & Strange Behavior double feature @ Madcap Theaters
Enjoy a night of unnecessary violence and cheesy effects.
Madcap Theaters
730 S. Mill Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 355-6060
$8
First movie starts at 8 p.m., second at 10 p.m.
SATURDAY
Human Rights March @ Steel Park
Are you one of the people who believe SB1070 is unconstitutional? Don’t just talk about it. Do something!
March from Steel Park to the capitol building and let your actions speak for you.
Steel Park
3rd Street/Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ
8 a.m.
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Suns vs. Lakers Game 6 whereever you can
Support our home team! They might not be able to hear you, but they’ll feel your Suns spirit. Here’s a list of bars in the Valley you might want to visit.
5:30 p.m. on TNT
SUNDAY
Give to a mustache @ Fundastache.org
“I can’t grow a mustache,” is a usual response when pressed with the question of participating in Fund-A-Stache. For many men out there, it’s not that they can’t, it’s that they don’t want to. It’s foolish. You end up looking like a cop, or worse, a perv. The month of mustaches is coming to a close. Support those guys who weren’t afraid to look ridiculous.
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Coconut Flour Cooking @ Luci’s
Gluten-free eaters, take note! Learn how to cook everything from chicken tenders to cookies with a new hypo-allergenic flour.
Luci’s
1590 E. Bethany Home (NW corner of Bethany Home & 16th Street)
Phoenix, AZ 85014
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
$49.99 per person
MONDAY
Cool off @ Big Surf
Last time I was at Big Surf, I wore a bathing suit that was the pre-teen version of the suit on Huey Lewis’ “If This is it” video (1:18). Big Surf opens for the summer starting this Memorial Day weekend.
Big Surf Water Park
1500 N. McClintock Dr.
Tempe, AZ
$26 general admission, $19 after 3 p.m.; $19.50 for senior and junior admission; $3 for toddler admission
10:00 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunflowers are getting bigger
My sunflowers are now nearly as tall as my husband.
Steal Carrie’s Sex and the City look
I have to admit, I’ve never been much of a Sex and the City fan.
It feels a little blasphemous to write about fashion and say that, but it’s true.
It’s not that I have anything against it. I enjoyed the show from time to time, but I missed entire seasons (Aidan, who?). And as far as the outfits go, I think most are trying too hard.
But on a recent online shopping excursion, I found this dress looks like a girlier version of one Carrie wears in the new movie. The movie looks pretty ridiculous, but I kind of like this bright, spring-y look:
- Let’s Flounce Dress, $49.99
- Clover-style Pendant, $28
- Teardrop T-Strap Heel, $88
- Red Mimi Hobo, $200.70
- Ray-Ban Cats 5000, $135
Shopping Etsy: Bicycle!
Some things to help you look cool while you tool around.
1.) Bike Tools, $35
2.) Dual Vintage Bikes Print, $95
3.) Edith Bike Seat Cover, $28
4.) Bike Bag, $20
5.) LED Light necklace, $23
6.) Monster Bike Helmet, $90
7.) Custom Wood Fenders, $200
