The Rose Bowl flea market in Pasadena might just be one of the most amazing places on Earth. I always have a hard time committing to a purchase only because the urge to buy is so strong. Does that even make sense? Plus, if I weigh myself down with too much awesome loot I’ll surely inhibit my ability to snap photos. And that, dear friends, is always my primary agenda when I go to this; to share the beautiful eye candy with all of you out there. Be sure to come back next week for the vintage textiles edition!
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When my friend Cari moved to the East Coast last year I was fortunate enough to acquire a hefty stack of vintage fashion magazines from her. I pulled the May, 1970 issue of Harper’s Bazaar and began photographing the pages to share here on the blog. Unfortunately, very few pages were printed in color, and not long into the process I physically could not resist the temptation to recolor these black and white images, Aaryn West style. I made sure to keep my colors off-registration, as a nod to 1970s printing quality. What do you think? Canyadigit?
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This color combination doesn’t just speak to me, it screams! One part Scandinavian, a dash of African, it’s somehow clean and funky and vintage and neon all at once! Happy Monday out there!
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I have no clue what the music sounds like, but these vintage Polish album covers I discovered on 50 Watts are totally groovy. Created in the first half of the 20th century, I love the juxtaposition of abstract art paired with classical music. How amazing would it be to stumble across one of these puppies at a yard sale? See even more over at the original post.
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With both conversational prints and 70s motifs trending, it’s no surprise we’re seeing a return of the mighty mushroom. I’ve always been a fan of seeing these guys used as subject matter, and there are several items shown below that may have to find their way home with me. I wouldn’t mind this whole set of mushroom plates by Anna Weatherley.
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