The One That Got Away...

When a dress this fabulous pops up on our Instagram feed, you can bet it's going to go quick. This late 50's silk polka dot dress from Bullocks in Pasadena was snatched up within seconds of being posted. So did the fabulous butterfly print dress below. So if you really want the GOODS,  be sure to follow us on Instagram. 

But don't fret, all of these lovelies have just arrived and are still available! 

1960's Citrus Sorbet cotton cocktail dress by Jerry Gilden, waist 26".

1960's Pink Champagne beaded cocktail party dress, size 4-6.

1950's inspired red polka dot net prom dress, waist 27". 

1960's silk floral in spring red with buttons up the back, waist 26".

1950's Melon Swirl cotton sundress, waist 26".

1960's do the 20's--quite well I might add! Gorgeous 60's straw cloche hat by Mr. John and fabulous sequin and ostrich trimmed flapper dress. Dress is a size large. 

Exquisite 1960's pane velvet deep cherry red cocktail hat by Ronnie. 

Gorgeous 1960's stilettos by Henry Waters, Shoes of Consequence. Size 9. 

I've always been obsessed with vintage silk floral prints, the colors on this little 60's silk shift dress are so saturated and yummy. I can't resist them! Size small.

Come by and see all the new arrivals! I'd love to help you find the perfect dress. 

Year End Clearance Sale Starts Today!

Our fabulous annual year end clearance sale starts today! Save 20-50% off everything in the store.

 Now is the time to buy that beautiful vintage coat you've been eyeing, or pick up that sassy little sequined New Year's Eve dress you've been dreaming of. 

The sale starts today and ends New Year's Day. 

We can't wait to see you! 

New Arrivals!

Red Carpet worthy 1960's black and white evening gown with huge bow. Click here for more details. 

Gorgeous early 1960's lipstick pink silk cocktail dress by Jane Andre. Looks gorgeous with our rare Norwegian fox stole. For more details click here. 

Beautiful brilliant blue silk cocktail dress a la Joan Holloway from Mad Men. Early 1960's, so stunning on! Click here for more details. 

Super sexy little black dress with fringe, perfect for shimmying the night away- New Years Eve anyone? Click here for more details.

Gorgeous 1960's Venetian lace dress, so stunning. Coming soon to our Etsy shop. 

I'm so in love with this 1960's evening gown with beaded bodice in green and magenta paisley from Saks Fifth Ave. Perfect for a holiday ball. For more info click here. 

On the left is a dramatic 1930's wool maxi coat with rich burgundy velvet buttons, click here for more info. On the right is a flawless 1940's burgundy gabardine suit with brass floral buttons. Click here for details. 

Unbelievable vintage Valentino Alencon lace two piece set. Perfect for a wedding, whether it be the bride or mother of the bride. Stunning! Click here for details. 

For the femme fatale in you…this 1940's illusion lace low back evening gown is killer. For detail click here. 

Exquisite 1950's black silk organza cocktail dress, for more details click here.

As I am writing this our dry cleaner just delivered a huge batch of beautiful coats and dresses! Ahh…so much beauty in one space.

Did you know Xtabay also sells gift certificates?!

A Little Knit Music...

Vintage 1970's knit dress by The Knit Group. Fur felt hat by Deborah.

1970's starburst knit top by Jane. 

1970's striped St. John cardigan, 70's knit by Jane, and Chocolate St. John knit from the 70's.

Sexy 1980's metallic gold and black dress by Richard Assaulty. 

1970's Chocolate knit dress by The Knit Group. 

1970's abstract knit dress by Goldworm. 

1970's St. John Knit in ivory. 

Adorable under this 60's camel and cream wool coat!

Sensational 1970's spakling celadon knit gown by The Knit Group featuring crystal buttons.

Lime Green  1970's St. John knit gown with rhinestone buttons. 

It's been a knit explosion this week at Xtabay! So many fabulous vintage St. John Knit dresses, tops and cardigans. We will be listing them all in our Etsy shop this week. 

In addition to all the fantastic knit pieces that have flooded the shop we also have some really cute holiday geared coats and dresses! 

1950's red velveteen coat by Lawrence of London.

HALLOWEEN SALE!

Xtabay is having a spook-tacular sale this Saturday,

 October 31st! 

 Everything in the store will be 25% off 

Those who come in costume will receive an additional 5% off their purchase! So bring us a slightly more spooky, glamorous, fabulous version of yourself  and save big! 

We will be celebrating the spookiest day of the year with witches brew (aka mimosas) and some pretty scary cookies. 

Sale includes Voluspa Candles, Tocca Perfumes, Butter London nail varnishes and Olivine products! 

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday! 

Xtabay 50% OFF Summer Sale!

This Saturday July 25th,  Xtabay will having it's biggest sale of the year! 

In honor of our annual neighborhood street fair we will be having a HUGE summer clearance sale. All vintage clothing, shoes and accessories will be a whooping 50% off! 

To help celebrate Rachael and Toby will be working in the shop! We have missed them both so much and this will be a great chance to catch up.  

We are all really excited for this event and hope you can make it. In typical Xtabay style we will be serving Champagne and cookies. Stop by, visit some old friends and save some serious dough on some of the best vintage clothing in Portland. 

Sale starts at 11am and ends at 6pm. We hope to see you here! 

I'd Wear That

About a month ago I was trying to get dressed for the English Dept. Fashion Show ( oh yeah, I own that one too) and found myself at a loss. How could I, owner of Xtabay-arguably the most fabulous vintage store in Portland, have nothing to wear?!

The racks at Xtabay were chock full of tiny, froufy, 1950's prom and party dresses. Things a 40 year old woman with a 30" waist simply cannot wear without looking like an imposing, giant toddler. 

I cried out emphatically to the Universe, "I wish I had a big, fabulous, mirrored Kaftan to wear!"

Two days later I found two of them. Spiritual wisdom through the ages says ask and you shall receive, and I have come to find this to be true. Try it and let me know what happens:) 

Honestly, over the past couple years I've started to feel a disconnect between me and my store. Xtabay was beautiful, glamorous and successful but was bordering on foreboding and a little intimidating to the average shopper. The common sentiment overheard everyday at the shop was " oh, this place is like a museum!",  "does anyone actually wear this stuff?"and "I LOVE this place but never have an occasion to wear anything in here". Hmmmm….

So it is my intention to bridge the gap between me and my store. To let Xtabay reflect the woman I am today and the styles and things that I love. I am a die-hard lover of fashion, beauty and art. I am a Libra who loves flowers, birds, chandeliers, music and candles and for the first time in a long, long while I feel like sharing and decorating myself.

Can I get a Hallelujah?

 And with that I present the "I'D WEAR THAT" Collection. Using myself (remember, 40 years old and a size 10) as the sole model and curator of the collection. 

I am wild about these little Mexican embroidered dresses. My seamstress modifies them just enough to make them sexier and more flattering than their original adaptation. I have been living in a black and purple one over the past two weeks and the compliments never end! 

I decided to snag this one for myself the minute Erin removed the sleeves. 

Here are the two mirrored Pakistani Kaftans that showed up two days after I called out for them. I had Erin make them short though because honestly in this weather I want to be able to show off my legs. Plus, they just look way cuter. Paired with one of our vintage straw bags you'll be singing Bohemian Rhapsody all over town. 

Speaking of Erin, look what she made out of a few yards of vintage Hawaiian fabric I had. Erin is our incredibly talented seamstress that can fix, transform, alter and restore just about anything she puts her mind to. She has made 100's of brides ecstatically happy. I am totally in love with this strapless, boned, vintage patterned summer party dress she made. It looks chic with gold jewelry and my new Vince Camuto heels. I would totally wear this on a date, to a party, or just our shopping around. 

Erin made this dress too. I had had this 1950's polished cotton for years, and was so excited to see it made into something so beautiful. Of course, a few minutes in our shop window and it sold. It's being worn to a rather fancy wedding in Montana I think? 

This next dress I am really excited about. It is the latest in our Xtabay Exclusives Collection for the Bridal Salon. It's the most gorgeous rose gold embroidered tulle and makes one's skin look absolutely radiant. We stock it in a 28, 30 and 32" waist. I am wearing the 30" and it looks and feels amazing!

I am just now beginning to master the art of the selfie;)

How cute is this little ensemble? This 1970's three piece knit set was made in Italy and was sold at Bloomingdales. It reminds me a little of Jane Birken. The color looks amazing on sun-kissed skin and again I love it with gold accessories. I'd totally wear this. 

More things I'd most definitely wear, most are available to purchase in our  Etsy Shop. 

1940's NOS rayon pajama set. NOS means new old stock, meaning nobodies creepy body parts have been sleeping in it:) 

1980's Missoni Two Piece Knit sweater and skirt set. Amazing.

Amazing again I know…1980's Missoni Flame Knit magenta magic dress. 

Sexy Grecian gauze dress and adorable 1960s cotton eyelet sun suit. Perfect for a day at the beach.  

Selfie lessons with our newest family member Melissa! Melissa has been a dear friend of mine for many  years and is one of the nicest, funniest people you will ever have to pleasure of getting to know. I am so excited to welcome her to the Xtabay family. 

I hope you will stop in and witness how the shop will evolve over the next few months. Hopefully, we will have something YOU too can wear and enjoy. 

HALLELUJAH.