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Vintage 'picker' Robert Loughlin dies
Artist and vintage buyer to the stars Robert Loughlin died Tuesday. Aside from his gritty, iconic painting involving his creation, “The Brute,” Loughlin was known as the ultimate vintage treasure hunter. His crowning find was a Salvador Dali painting just squatting in a New York thrift shop. Loughlin bought it for $40. Celebrities like Andy... Read more »
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September 30, 2011 at 10:15 pm
September 30, 2011 at 10:15 pm
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Randolph Street Market THIS weekend
I’m embarrassed, you guys. Last week I said the last Randolph Street Market was over the weekend. It’s not, it’s this coming weekend. I hope none of you actually headed out there, but if you did, I hope you at least got some breakfast cocktails and pancakes at Ina’s.
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September 19, 2011 at 6:21 pm
September 19, 2011 at 6:21 pm
Randolph Street Market this weekend
Not too many of these left with summer winding down… Randolph Street Market is this weekend. Enjoy some vintage, antique and homemade shopping al fresco while the summer sun’s still shinin’. Advance tickets are $8 dollars online and $10 at the gate — and $3 online and $5 at the gate if you have a... Read more »
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August 26, 2011 at 11:40 am
August 26, 2011 at 11:40 am
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Vintage Heaven this weekend
It’s time for the monthly vintage sale in Wicker Park. This month’s theme is “Retro Rocks.” Not sure if that refers to geology or Buddy Holly and the like. If you’re in the shopping mood this weekend, head out to Six Corners and check it out! Vintage Heaven, 1550 N. Milwaukee, 2nd floor, August... Read more »
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August 11, 2011 at 11:13 am
August 11, 2011 at 11:13 am
Guess who's getting an Etsy shop
The folks at Vintage Heaven are going digital. Along with their typical monthly weekends at Heaven Gallery, Vintage Heaven is expanding its sales online to Etsy.com soon. According to VH, the shop will carry the best of their vintage and reconstructed clothes. No word yet on when “soon” is, but here’s hoping it’s…well, soon. ... Read more »
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August 1, 2011 at 9:59 am
August 1, 2011 at 9:59 am
Randolph Street Market this weekend
Your chances to find great vintage duds and decor at Randolph Street Market are dwindling as the second half of the summer ticks away. I’m personally looking for some nubby Southwest-inspired throw pillows, which I know I spotted last month and hope will make a second appearance… If not I’ll definitely be scrounging for some vintage... Read more »
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July 25, 2011 at 1:37 pm
July 25, 2011 at 1:37 pm
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And the winner is...
Due to scheduling conflicts, our winner of the special pre-sale at Randolph Street Market tomorrow is johan! Johan, shoot me an <a href=”mailto:lindseyreiser@gmail.com”>email</a> with your full name and we’ll get you set up on the will-call list... Read more »
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June 24, 2011 at 3:24 pm
June 24, 2011 at 3:24 pm
Who knows how to sew?
Are you loving those clogs and flares yet? Because they’re back, whether you like it or not. Karen Leanne King/Etsy So here’s the thing about vintage clothes: They’re not always in the best shape. You can find a ’50s party dress that’s gorgeous and fits you perfectly for that wedding shower you have coming up... Read more »
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January 20, 2011 at 10:05 am
January 20, 2011 at 10:05 am
Vintage accessories sale on Gilt Groupe
Today the aptly-named Gilt Groupe is selling fabulous vintage accessories. The sale starts in a few minutes and the items fly like hot-cakes, so I won’t get into too much detail. Suffice it to say the Chanel and Hermes bags are divine. In the words of Ferris Bueller, “If you have the means, I highly... Read more »
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June 24, 2010 at 11:01 am
June 24, 2010 at 11:01 am
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Marilyn's iconic dress sells in Hollywood
Eat your heart out, Jane Russell (20th Century Fox) Last week the Hollywood memorabilia auction house Profiles in History sold Marilyn Monroe’s iconic pink satin gown from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Satine may have descended on a giant bedazzled swing for the ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend’ number in Moulin Rouge, but nothing beats the... Read more »
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June 15, 2010 at 10:38 am
June 15, 2010 at 10:38 am
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