new look

Haven't posted a look in about 2 months, so here ya go ...

I wasn't so sure about my outfit this morning. Mostly I was worried about the texture of the blouse in contrast with the flouncy, cotton skirt. The blouse is a very fine polyester, but almost feels more like silk.

Everything thrifted except the shoes and skirt.

Adjust-o-Matic Dress Form

1970s triple-loop white necklace

Very, very excited about my latest eBay purchase. It all started out when Leah and I took some horrendously disgusting photos of ourselves for the Etsy store. We realized, "If we can't stand to look at these photos, who is ever going to purchase the clothes??"

Enter the dress form. Leah's about to have her own for costuming classes she'll be taking in the fall. These little babies double nicely as Etsy models. I've always admired vintage dress forms used by Etsy sellers -- however, I have not adored their hefty price tag.

Luckily for me, I found this incredible Adjust-o-Matic dress form on eBay last week! It's a cardboard paper dress form that adjusts to fit the size clothing you're making. After doing a little research, I found that they were manufactured in the late 1960s and 70s.

She's a much lovelier model. She also scares the living daylights out of our cats (and me, when I walk downstairs in the dark).

Happy Summer!

Hello hello! It's been a while since we've posted (obviously). The blog also has a new look, thanks to Shabby Blogs! Head over their way for some fabulous FREE blog templates. Love! Leah's blog is also rocking one of their designs.

What's new in our world? Well, not much, except that we're getting ready to part ways for a while. Leah's about to go back to college and open an exciting chapter in her life. It's so difficult to find friends with whom you're instantly comfortable, and friendship comes easy. We're like that. So, I'm obviously sad to see her go, but happy to be visiting a great friend in a unique, artsy, fabulous city.

Watch my aha moment

On my side of things, Meri Vintage was tracked down by Omaha Mutual to be featured in their "aha moment" campaign! Specifically, they wanted to talk with my about launching an online photography business. I was happy to oblige, and met up with them during their stop in Huntsville. Click above or here to watch my interview.

Will have more to post later about our latest thrifting trip, my latest find on eBay (a vintage 1960s Adjust-o-Matic dress form!). You can also check out Leah's blog to read all about our She & Him Extravaganza last weekend!

a little bit o' listings!

New things just added to Merivintage!

Buy it now! 

Buy it here! 

But it now! 

Purchase here! 

Buy it now! 

Purchase now!

Love it?! Buy it! 

Yes, you know you want it! 

Buy! 

Great stuff at low prices! Hope you enjoy looking at our down south discoveries!

polka dots!

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Haven't posted in a while. Hype me, ya'll!

I am now officially obsessed with matte lipstick. It's very awkward at first, totally and completely drying, and sort of feels like chalk going on. BUT, if you can get over the texture issues, the look is just absolutely amazing. The color I'm wearing is MAC's Ruby Woo.

A few Sunday listings

Vintage Sesto Meucci Oxford Heels

Vintage Salvatore Ferragamo white bow heels

Just added two lovely pairs of vintage white shoes! I have to say, it's so tempting to keep the Ferragamos. They're just perfect, and in mint condition. But alas, I will share this loveliness with the world and hope they go to a wonderful owner!

Since opening we've now had 7 sales, which is supremely exciting for us! Thank you all for the support and love <3

Have a beautiful Sunday!

Ashley

From Leah's blog: 'Found Happiness'

Dying. That's the stage I'm at in my life right now. I'm absolutely dying. Whilst blubbering around on Facebook last night, an ad pops up on the side bar of a She & Him photo. Didn't think anything of it. As I was scrolling through the news feed, I see Birmingham, AL to my right. I felt a sudden jolt in my heart. It couldn't be. There was no way. I view the entire ad and bam.

There it was: She & Him at Sloss' Furnace.

After screaming around my house for about five minutes I dialed Ashley. I'm nearly peeing myself telling her the news. We made it a definite. On Saturday July 10th, 2010 at 8pm Ashley and I will be boppin' along to the wonderful groovin's of Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward. My heart is in a freenzy, I can barely breathe..what a day it's going to be.

Ballin' photo at the Sloss'

I might cry.

I'm seeing them.

Life will be over as we know it.

The jolliest of days my darlings!!!!