Fluke

After twelve years of business in Williamsburg Brooklyn, Fluke recently closed to relocate to Los Angeles. Named “Best Vintage Clothing Store of 2011” by the Village Voice; Fluke left New York City on a high note. Making her LA debut at A Current Affair, owner Caren Castleman is doing shows and markets while looking for a storefront to house the Los Angeles iteration of Fluke.

Restored Vintage by Susana Mercedes

Susana Mercedes silhouettes exhibit the art of a designer who pays homage to tradition and defies tradtion in the same moment. Inspired by all the great artists, she emphasizes the importance of each individual piece, not bound by the constraints of seasonal collections. Restored vintage pieces are timeless designs, ranging from as early as 1900’s to 1990’s. Silhouettes are paired with beautiful vintage elements—vintage buttons and vintage brooches from the early 20’s to the late 90’s, couture textiles, 14–karat gold plated zippers- and reshaped to create a more modern silhouette. Susana Mercedes discovers each vintage piece with loving intuition, then reinterprets and re-imagines, extending its voice to the 21st century.

Susana Mercedes silhouettes exhibit the art of a designer who pays homage to tradition and defies tradtion in the same moment. Inspired by all the great artists, she emphasizes the importance of each individual piece, not bound by the constraints.

Coquette

Coquette Couture specializes in rare, exquisite vintage. Each carefully edited collection consists of hand-picked items with a distinct point-of-view, restored and reinvented to reflect a modern, wearable aesthetic. With women’s wear, accessories and lifestyle accoutrements that span the Belle Epoque to the 1990’s, each Coquette item has a story. Embracing fashion’s rich and diverse history while interpreting its most poignant moments, Coquette’s premiere collection entices the novice and commands attention from the most seasoned collector.

ANKH by Racquel

Ankh by Racquel jewelry is a handmade, vintage inspired jewelry collection designed by stylist/designer Racquel Honoré. The latest collection, ID vs. EGO is inspired by dreams, instincts, nature and the psyche. It includes dark mixed-metal chains, tubular and arrow-shaped graphic components and vintage geometric snakeskin charms. Ankh’s limited edition unisex collections are all handmade in Los Angeles using reclaimed, vintage and found components mixed with new materials.

ANKH has been featured in NYLON, Paper and Teen Vogue.

Honeymoon Antiques

For almost twenty years, Honeymoon Antiques, LTD. has offered vintage clothing and accessories from the Victorian era to the 1970′s.

GoldDust Dresses

Pretty Genius

In 2002, Erin Weinger and Renee Shaab met in the hallway of their Indiana University dormitory and bonded over their shared love of vintage Chanel bags and their mother’s 1980s silk shirts and shoes that were probably too nice to be wearing in Southern Indiana sports bars. Little did they know that seven years later they would both find themselves living in Los Angeles — Weinger a style journalist and publisher of StyleSectionLA.com, Shaab a luxury hotel account manager — and equally as obsessed with unexpected fashion hunting as they were that first day of freshman year. After a series of road trips throughout California produced more vintage heritage blazers, silk accordion skirts, metallic mini dresses and oversized clutches than their closets could handle, the pair decided to invite some friends to Weinger’s Los Feliz apartment for a mimosa-fueled shopping day. And their friends wanted more. So the duo held another sale. And then another. And then the Los Angeles Times took notice. And the rest, as they say, is the stuff of fashion legend.

Today, Shaab and Weinger’s pet project has morphed into Pretty Genius, a series of private pop-up vintage sales that features hand-curated, timeless clothing and accessories from the 1950s and beyond. Through Pretty Genius, Shaab and Weinger aim to help their clients choose items that let their individuality shine and makes them feel confident in their clothes without breaking the bank. Because after all, isn’t that what style is all about?

In addition to their debut showing at A Current Affair, Pretty Genius is set to host an upcoming Gilt City vintage fashion luncheon and pop-up shop and is in the midst of launching an e-commerce website. As for Shaab and Weinger, they still love vintage Chanel, their mother’s old blouses and desperately miss the days when their shoes were indeed better then the places they wore them to.

Frecklebug

Vintazia

Susie Londoner is a former dancer with New York City Ballet. Her love of everything vintage began back in her ballet days when, on tour with the company, she would to drop her bags and head to the nearest vintage store! Now living in Los Angeles, Susie started Vintazia to share her passion for vintage clothing. Vintazia is a family affair between Susie, her makeup artist daughter Talia, and husband, renowned photographer Hank Londoner.

Susie understands a women’s desire to wear clothes that speak of a unique style. With a dancer’s flair, background as a stylist, and photographer’s eye, Susie brings her unbridled love for vintage clothing and goodies to you with love and joy!

Alkemie Jewelry

The newest collaboration to come out of the husband and wife design studio of Ashley Lowengrub and Dara Gerson. Pioneering one of the most environmentally and socially responsible lines of jewelry currently available. This is contemporary jewelry with a vintage twist. The Alkemie collection is forged from 100% reclaimed metals with a decidedly vintage-inspired look.

Laird Tyler Fleming

Since the mid 1990s Laird has specialized in selling outstanding vintage costume jewelry as well as European designer signed couture/runway including many Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche pieces purchased in Paris. Vintage costume includes but is not limited to: bakelite, lucite, celluloid; American designer signed (Miriam Haskell, Eisenberg, Weiss, Kenneth Lane, Juliana, etc.) and killer deco/Czech jewelry. Priding herself on unique pieces of high quality, she sells at LA area vintage shows and to private customers. Having lived in London for 15 years where she was a successful model, Laird spent her free time hunting for treasures at London’s Portobello Road, Bermonsey Market, Chelsea’s Kings Road. She returned to California to become a highly respected agent for photographers, illustrators, and directors and did so for many years until becoming a successful vintage jewelry dealer.

Allyn Scura Eyewear

Since 1988, Allyn Scura has been designing eyewear, specializing in modern, classic styles. Over 75,000 vintage and antique eyeglasses from the 18th century to the 1980s.

Beau + Aero

Beau + Aero boutique is a curiously creative collaboration between former model and dancer Baelyn Elspeth and jeweler Jessica Seaton. The pair launched the shop in September of 2010 to create a home for their exquisitely curated selection of vintage and locally produced artisanal wares. With Venice, California being the epicenter in which these two bohemian darlings would meet, it seemed only natural that this cultural hub would become the home of Beau + Aero. The selection of vintage is an extension of the girl’s personal style, which they have deemed “Native Prep.” In addition to the impeccable selection of vintage, Beau + Aero has also become home to a handpicked roster of accessory designers, essential oils and art.

Book Soup

Located on the infamous Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, California,
Book Soup has been serving the Los Angeles community — and beyond — since 1971! As one of the last surviving and leading independent bookstores, Book Soup packs over 60,000 titles in-stock, specializing in art, film, photography, music, controversial non-fiction, and literary fiction. With a deep commitment to university, international, and small presses, customers will continue to be surprised by the rare gems found on our shelves.

Debutante Clothing

Sandra Mendoza-Daly became obsessed with fashion since she was 13. From the moment she cut the fingers off her First Communion lace gloves, she wanted to be known as a “fashionista.” But looking like everyone else was not the goal of this young style maven. Vintage clothing and accessories from the ’50s were the vintage of choice! Now as an adult, her style and taste has grown with her. Mixing vintage of all eras with modern designer and discount pieces is her new obsession.

GlamAmor

GlamAmor is all about modern classic style.  Inspired by her passion for cinema, GlamAmor is Kimberly Truhler’s vintage boutique centering on colorful, sophisticated, and sexy dresses from the 1950s and 1960s.  The stylish collection of carefully chosen clothing and accessories work throughout the seasons and from day to night.  While many try trend after trend, the goal of GlamAmor is to show that classics are timeless and look wonderful on every woman at every age.  Based out of Santa Monica and her showroom at the California Market Center, Kimberly is also currently working on a line of originals inspired by her vintage collection.  GlamAmor.com is a resource for many on classic style and its origins, including a her recent podcast with Turner Classic Movies.

Nakia’s Vintashee

Jermel Nakia of Nakia’s Vintashee has collected vintage from around the world. Working in fashion throughout Paris and Milan he developed a strong appreciation for the construction of vintage garments. In his collection you will find fashions suited for the red carpet, to that of the period film. His specializes in Victorian wear through the Madmen era of the ’60s.

Nyali

Gisela Marin has represented handmade contemporary jewelery and accessory designers at her showroom, Nyali, for over 10 years. Her lifelong love of the enduring beauty and artistry of fashion attracted her to the world of vintage clothing and accessories many years ago. Traveling throughout the world, she scoured markets in search of rare and beautiful pieces- artistic creations that have truly stood the test of time. The Nyali vintage collection features both Victorian and modernist pieces, with deep collections in antique Mexican silver and Czech glass jewelry.

Reclaimed in LA

No one celebrates reinvention as stylishly and ravenously as bon vivant, Alicia Lawhon. From celebrity dresser at Ron Herman/Fred Segal to her new line Reclaimed in LA, to her incarnation as costume designer and stylist, Alicia’s sensibilities are consistent throughout whatever she takes on. Whatever she touches is unquestioningly Los Angeles. For Reclaimed in LA, Lawhon takes whatever she finds in the world and reworks it into its own recombined and unique form: vintage reclaimed and made modern.

Sequels

Sequels mission is two-fold — first, to provide you with this season’s must have Prada bag, vintage Alaia outfit or never worn Manolo Blahnik shoes, or some other can’t miss item at 95% of their original retail price; and second, to harness collective economic power of individuals to help support their favorite, worthwhile causes by donating 10% of every sale.

Sielian’s Vintage Apparel

Sielian’s Vintage Apparel opened in 2006 and is located on Melrose in West Hollywood, one-half block from Maxfield and Costume National. Proprietor Sielian Lie created an exciting new boutique that is a well-edited collection of classic vintage styles. The boutique is designer oriented, with a generous selection of non-designer pieces. Sielian’s trademark items are her fantastic dresses that always find the perfect balance between classic vintage, sex appeal, and sophistication. You’ll also find the perfect selection of vintage accessories: belts, designer sunglasses, costume jewelry, designer purses and scarfs. The shop has a loyal following of top fashion designers, stylists, and tastemakers.

The Vutique

The Vutique is a Seattle based shop specializing in vintage, designer, and one of a kind vintage pieces. With 19 years of collecting, restoring vintage and catering to loyal customers, it was owner/designer Vu’s passion and vision that lead him to evolve his collection to include revamped and reimagined pieces. The Vutique look changes seasonally, reflecting current fashion trends and presenting vintage looks that are appropriate for the red carpet or something more casual.

Weltenbuerger

WELTENBUERGER is German and means “WORLDCITIZEN.” Founded 2008 in Germany by Bryan, Weltenbuerger grew from a concept store to an online shop and community of fashion-forward individuals who love to experiment! In 2009 Bryan moved to L.A. and opened up a new store. With two stores- one in Los Feliz and another in Venice- Weltenbuerger is part of a community that takes risks in exploring new fashion territories. The style, both in our online shop as well as our stores, is bleeding edge, contemporary, progressive, and experimental. Our focus is currently basic, patterned and easily combined pieces. ’80s, avant garde and geometric shapes are emphasized. We like to keep our inventory selected, and uncluttered; set in a boutique environment. That being said, it is important for us to keep our prices and shipping reasonable, so you can experiment more! We are a bit street and a bit boutique.