Saturday, March 7, 2009

Calling All Bag Ladies!

did you know that Collecther carries vintage and vintage inspired bags? we carry all types of bags to  take you from day to evenings to weekends to every where inbetween. here are a few that you can find in the store this week...

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Recessionista Sunday: March 1, 2009

this early bird had her coffee and was ready to start a morning of great shopping. she was the first Collecther on the scene.
capped sleeve knit vest:
original price $26
recessionista price $19
her first find was this minimalist white cotton dress.
original price $54
recessionista price $25

And so it begins...

there's nothing like waking up and knowing that Sunday is going to be great. Collecther has become a destination spot for fashion mavens from all parts of Brooklyn and beyond!
guess who? it's Farrah, arriving early for another fashion fix. she;s is going to be the best dressed Collecter in Brooklyn this spring.
purple taffeta party dress
original price $42
recessionista price $25
this breakfast at tiffanys inspired dress was altered on-site [free with purchase!] for a perfect fit.
original price $54
recessionista price $25 
floral spring wrap dress:
original price $42
recessionista price $25
this look would be fun with an open toed metallic shoe.
decisions decisions... Krystal contemplates this silk floral blouse.
original price $26
recessionista price $19
Krystal looks great in this lavender ruffled dress.
original price $42
recessionist price $25
Liz admires the beautiful condition of this 1950s day dress.
original price $42
recessionista price $25

A Few Hot Items You Missed...

we've always got hot items that stay on the rack for only a day or an hour before they are snatched up by the keen eye of a Collecther! here are a few you can kick yourself over...
gorgeous white striped shirt dress with rosette details. 
original price $42
recessionista price $25
this dress is a little summer sexy. perfect for a day outdoors and with a quick shoe and accessories change, it transitions easily to the evening. 
red striped ruffle dress:
original price $42
recessionista price $25
classic meets Santa Fe. pair a black boatneck blouse with a bold printed skirt and BAM... you're done. 
great shoulders! this sleek black halter jumper is a perfect summer piece for this Collecther. 
original price $42
25% off price $31.50

Private Moments: Just you and the Perfect Piece

as every vintage shopper can attest, every now and then you'll come across a uniquely beautiful piece you love and it loves you back. you smile at the thought of it and how good you feel in it, and recall the sublime moment when your paths crossed.
this happens a lot at Collecther...
Lindsay was undecided about this piece, but in the end, she loved the look of the boyfriend shirt with a belt.
original price $26
recessionista price $19

Hey... It's Crystal!

Crystal's here! such a stylish fashion plate and a vintage archive of her own.
she introduced a new Collecther into the mix... welcome!
drinks first... THEN fashion.
alright now! Crystal is a foxy lady in this golden leather blazer.
original price $38
recessionista price $28.50
Collecthers scan the racks for hidden treasures.

Did You Know...?

... that each Collecther hang tag is hand drawn by owner Shana Jackson? each figure is unique... think of them as Collecther trading cards!
how many Collecther hang tags do you have?