Recessionista Sundays: March 22, 2009

TGIF COLLECTHERS! as you can see, we've streamlined our photos! hopefully, this will make viewing the blog more convenient for you. to slow down the images, click the pause button, then click the arrows at your leisure. enjoy! we know you've been anxiously awaiting the return of Collecthers independant label, Dressher. all dresses in the Dressher line are designed and created by owner Shana Jackson. in the slideshow, you'll see the first offering for the season - a gorgeous wrap dress that will be your go-to dress for the summer. for more information on ordering these dresses and to let us know what you think, email collecthernews at gmail dot com with the subject "dressher wrap dress." as a reminder, every Sunday is Recessionista Sunday at Collecther where the mimosas are FREE and ALL dresses are $25. HOWEVER, DRESSHER DRESSES WILL NOT BE INCLUDED IN THE RECESSIONISTA SUNDAY SAVINGS. SEE YOU ON SUNDAY!

Recessionista Sundays: March 15, 2009

HAPPY THURSDAY COLLECTHERS! it might be raining outside today, but it looks like this Sunday will be perfect weather [55 degrees and sunny!] for cashing in on our Recessionista Sundays savings. Check out who scored this past Sunday...

Hannah looks at home in this brown, mustard and white batik blouse. the light fabric is perfect for transitional weather.

batik blouse

original price $24

recessionista price $18

this puff sleeved blouse is a perfect piece for spring. the high collar lends itself to making any outfit chic - dress it up with a suit or skirt for work or dress it down with a pair of skinny jeans and pumps. either way... too cute.

puffed sleeve blouse:

original price $26

recessionista price $19

Lea looks great in this plaid trimmed prairie dress.

plaid trimmed prairie dress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

Philly is in the building! Erika made the trek from Philadelphia to Bed Stuy for a little collecting and picked up this adorable ensemble...

grey knickers paired with a red ruffle polka dot blouse works for day and evening; just rework your accessories and shoes and voila! a whole new look.

ruffled red polka dot top:

original price $28

recessionista price $21

grey knickers:

original price $26

recessionista price $19

fashion angel and stylist Deulon stopped by to shop for clients and work his magic on a Collecther newbie. 

perfect - a simple strap adjustment and this metallic sundress is ready-to-wear.

metallic sundress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

are any of you surprised to see Farrah here on Recessionista Sunday? you must be new here... check out Farrah's swagger...

stripes and snaps and off-the-shoulder action... OH MY! this top reminds us of our outfits back when we were kids. Farrah liked the top so much, she wore it out of the store.

is it May or March? doesn't she look like she's about to walk out of here and straight to Brooklyn Flea? the crochet bag is the perfect addition to this breezy summer outfit. speaking of the Flea, Collecther will be there again this summer, so visit the blog often for more details.

floral maxi dress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

crochet bag $32

Liz... whatcha doin'...?

... buttoning up this great denim dress.

denim dress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

O.C. Kristy is here! armed with more orange juice and her camera.

Shana was on the premises serving as on-site tailor and stylist for the Sunday crowd. she added a belt to this 1960s era day dress and made it modern.

blue day dress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

seriously, you can never have too many day dresses. there's really nothing simpler to throw on and look instantly put together. this brown cap sleeved dress works with opaque grey tights now  or bare legs when the summer arrives. 

brown capped sleeve day dress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

slowly but surely, the summer shoes are making their way into the store. these rubber slides are perfect for a day at the beach or paired with short shorts for a day at the park.

are those cowboy boot galoshes? yes... COWBOY BOOT GALOSHES. HOT! they didn't stay on the floor for very long.

cowboy boot galoshes $50

this gorgeous slate blue blazer wasn't homeless for long either. hardcore collecthers Kristy and Liz  shared a MOMENT when the question of the blazer's owner came up... we won't get into the details, but let's just say the blazer went to a very good home!

this new collecther paired the turtle neck she wore into the shop with this great pink button front skirt. we like!

these two hail from the city if SISTERLY love... they're Philly girls and Brooklyn flowers. 

it's the fashion angel Deulon again.  along with several folks who've been in the store lately, he wanted to know...

who is going to be the lucky lady to take these pleated mustard knickers home???

check out the detailed embroidery... it really is a beautiful garment that is just waiting for the perfect woman. we'll be sure to keep you posted on who takes them home.

embroidered mustard knickers

original price $25

"thank you for being a frieeeend, traveled down the road and back again... your heart is true, you're a pal and a confidaaant." let's be real... who DIDN'T love The Golden Girls?

remember this dress in our last blog update? vintage is so versatile... it looked great on BOTH ladies. with a little alteration, this hot red number was a perfect fit.

red ruffle trim dress

original price $42

recessionista price $25

*complimentary alterations*

Ajua's color for the day was this gorgeous shade of blue. it compliments her complexion perfectly and there's little better than a bow on a blouse.

secretary's  blouse:

original price $26

recessionista price $19

FABULOUS. her curves are WORKING this blue ruffle trim dress beautifully.

blue ruffle trim dress

original price $42

recessionista price $25

polka dots and puffed sleeves combine to make this dress adorable!

polka dot puffed sleeve dress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

Toya Toya Toya! she's a periodic collecther who came by with her daughter for a fashion fix. 

and she got it! she looks great in this red halter dress with ruffle trim. who says mommy's can't be hot? red halter dress

original price $42

recessionista price $25

pretty in pink! this floral print dress works with these cowboy boots.

pink shirt dress:

original price $42

recessionista price $25

this impromptu dress-up play date was brought to you by Collecther and the letter C! check out the dresses these two picked out to try on...

it's great to see these young ladies defining their personal style so early... though I don't think she'll be wearing those pumps to kindergarten.

SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!

Recessionista Sundays: March 8, 2009

hello brooklyn fashionistas! let's be honest... is there a better way to start your Sunday than with some vintage shopping at Collecther and free mimosas? what a Sunday we had this past weekend... the store was chock-full of new and old collecthers taking full advantage of Recessionista Sunday.

Chicago's very own Zawadi stopped through for a fashion fix. she's a collecther to the core and can attest to the fact that Chicago has some of the best vintage. she started her day with her eye on this cream knit dress. 

original price $42 

recessionista price $25

Farrah was here again continuing to build her spring and summer collection. check out a few of the pieces she took home...

this black and white long maxi sundress is beautiful and works great as evening wear when the temperature heats up.

original price $54

recessionista price $25

a striped day dress is a no brainer. such an easy all day look - pair it with pumps or flats, add a few accessories and you're ready to go.

original price $42

recessionista price $25