We're back and more fabulous than ever!

After three long months of painting, primping and purging we are finally open. We are so excited to show you what we have done! My intention was to create a space that celebrates beauty, that delights the senses, that uplifts and inspires. I decided to pair down, simplify, let go of things that had been in the shop for the past 16 years collecting dust.  Don't worry, the poodles and the tiki bar are still here-only now the tiki bar is gold:) 

In the process of simplifying, I made an executive decision to only be open four days a week. That way I have more time to find treasures, photograph things for our Etsy shop and maintain some degree of sanity. Thank you for being so patient and supportive during the stressful remodel phase, I hope you find the result to have been worth the wait. 

Come visit us Thursday and Friday, between the hours of 11am and 6pm, and Saturday and Sunday between the hours of 10am and 6pm. We can't wait to see you! 

Fashion Crush: Claire Underwood

Image from http://insideclairescloset.tumblr.com.

Ever since I started watching House Of Cards I have been totally obsessed with Claire Underwood's style. So imagine my surprise when I saw Claire walking down the television aisle in a dress just like my Xtabay Original courthouse wedding dress! I immediately starting screaming and grabbed my iPhone to take a picture of the screen. Granted Claire's dress is in a different fabric, has a slit, slightly larger buttons and Robin Wright's incredible figure in it,  it is essentially the same dress. I don't know who made it or how it happened but it was pretty exciting. 

Claire's vow renewal dress is available in our Etsy shop. 

This set can be purchased here in our Etsy shop.

Speaking of Claire dresses….this Xtabay Original design also has the classic but sexy style that she tends to gravitate towards. Worn with it's matching jacket it is perfect for the office but without transitions perfectly into a sexy LBD for evening. We offer this dress in both black and white, in white it also makes a killer little courthouse wedding or reception dress. 

Now I don't know if Claire would ever rock vintage heels and a straw clutch but I think this ensemble is pretty adorable. The heels are also about 1/16 the price of her Louboutins! 

Color Palette: Coral and Celadon

So many beautiful new arrivals have landed in the shop this week! Vintage dresses in warm corals and soothing celadons have suddenly appeared, making the store look like a cheerful spring oasis. 

 While everything pictured is currently available in our brick and mortar store we will be adding items to our Etsy shop later this week. The beautiful gold headpieces are by Mignonne Handmade and are available at our sister store The English Department in downtown Portland. 

The bridal salon is full of new arrivals this week as well. There are so many stunning vintage and vintage inspired wedding gowns to choose from right now. Call us at 503-234-7568 to make an appointment. We would love to help you find your dream wedding dress! 

New Arrivals for May

A trio of stunning gowns…middle gown is by Originals by Rudolf , waist 27".

1940's chiffon wedding gown with beading, waist 26". 

Late 40s faille and tulle evening gown with tartan sash, waist 26".

1950's Edward Abbott cerise silk bubble dress , waist 26". 

1950's Pink lace bubble hem prom dress, waist 26". 

1960's knit starburst wiggle dress by Anita Modes. Waist 27".

1950's Herbert Sondheim silk cocktail dress, waist 25". 

A bevy of beautiful floral dresses…

Springy things!

A cheery trio of Lilly Pulitzer skirts from the 1960's.

 Come see all the new and wonderful things that have come in this week!

Fabulous Finds...

1950's Silk Organza Garden Party Dress 

1950's eyelet organza nude party dress, from Nicholas Ungar.

Amazing 50's ombre tiered lace party dress. 

Classic 50's striped sundress by Saba Jrs. Sold. 

Gorgeous 50's tiered lace cocktail dress by Claudia Young. 

The quintessential 50's Lucy party dress with pink polka dots, by Charella.

Exquisite 50's silk floral cocktail dress with bustle back by Eleanor Green.

Outrageous 60's silk brocade coat dress with gumball sized rhinestone buttons! 

The perfect sundress, 60s Jonathan Logan in polished cotton.

Darling 60's cupcake dress with lace overlay. 

My favorite kind of dress, 60's multiple layers of silk chiffon evening gown with beaded bodice. 

Another beauty in silk chiffon, Dove grey with jewel encrusted bodice. 

Stunning 50's wedding dress by Marie of Pandora.

The one that got away....sold in seconds! 1960's Miss Elliette feathered cocktail dress.

The vintage Gods have been smiling on us and we have been finding some truly exceptional dresses! That paired with the skills of our new sales girls Rachael and Kara (more about them in the next post) means dresses have been selling faster than ever! Take that brown pleated chiffon beauty up above, she only lasted a few seconds in the shop...

I hit the costume jewelry jackpot last week while making a house call and purchased a beautiful collection of signed pieces, names like Miriam Haskell, Joseff of Hollywood, Regency, Trifari and  David Anderson. I'm so excited to show them off!  I also picked up a bunch of fabulous hats and bags...

Come by this week and check it all out, we'd love to see you:)