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LAV Finance 101–Investments in LAV Clothing Will Turn Into Priceless Assets!

Sunday, March 7th, 2010
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In January, we introduced one of our most active customers, Koehler Lange, when he invested in our vintage pea coat. Since then, Koehler has made yet another purchase from LA Vintage. He recently added one of our Member Only Jackets to his vintage clothing wardrobe; an addition that would certainly make up an enticing outfit! Members Only Jackets are only one of the many styles of vintage coats LAV carries. Other styles include: vintage windbreakers, ski jackets, blazers, wool coats and more! Koehler – being the vintage fashion enthusiast he is – now sports a black Members Only Jacket; an investment from LAV that will prove to be an asset in his personal life!

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before the weekend: dernier cri!

Friday, March 5th, 2010
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just thought we’d post a few pics from last friday’s women’s shoot to wet your appetite….watch for these items listed on LAV next week!

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Come Aboard With LAV By Joining Our Brand New Forum

Friday, February 26th, 2010
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Welcome to LAV’s newly concocted online vintage fashion hang-out - our Forum! The LAV team is excited to launch a new way to connect with our patrons, vintage fashionistas, and fashion lovers from all around the world. Here’s where you can share your rants and raves about anything and everything related to vintage fashion. We strictly encourage candid opinions, viewpoints, and fashion stimulated discussions. So consider this as a completely receptive platform that is waiting for you to express your insights on latest fashion trends and of course…vintage clothing. Enjoy sharing with us all that pent-up knowledge and interesting tidbits on fashion. Come aboard with LAV by joining our forum. It won’t take more than a minute to register and be a part of the LAV family!

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Mad Men Costume Designer Janie Bryant to Pen Style Book

Friday, January 15th, 2010
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Here at LAV we have a deep admiration for the women’s wardrobe on “Mad Men.” We’re not ashamed to say that we’re ridiculously hooked with the styling on set.
So to find out that Janie Bryant, the woman behind all of the wonderful vintage styling is writing a “Mad Men” style book …   Well, you know — we’re psyched!

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Getting to Know ‘Slow Fashion’

Thursday, January 14th, 2010
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This phrase has managed to secure a strong place in today’s world of ‘fast’ fashion, slowly but surely. Fast fashion involves replicating the creations of top designers as witnessed on the ramp and making them available at retail stores at slashed down prices. The delivery cycle that governs fast fashion is astonishingly short – manufacturing millions of pieces by processes that are insensitive to the environment, leaving no scope to imbibe the green values of reuse and recycle in the quality of the material which is used, churning out clothes one after the other whose future is either abandonment behind locked closets or landfills. It’s almost as if newly manufactured clothes are meant to be discarded season after season, as there’s always a new lot waiting on the racks of the fast fashion retailers, luring the consumers with their reduced price tags.

Last few years show a remarkable shift towards the slow fashion trend, with more and more people adopting vintage fashion and second-hand clothing. People have exhibited a growing affection for vintage clothing that is longer-lasting, clothes that speak quality, garments that exhibit fine craftsmanship, purely authentic collectibles that stand the test of time. Manufacturing these fine clothes is a slow and steady process that involves choosing the right fabric, intricate detailing, and most importantly ensuring that the entire process is not effectuated by design operations that are harmful to our planet. Ultimately, the goal of slow fashion is to encourage the consumers to invest in trans-seasonal clothing that is meaningful and lasting, and reduce their dependability on new clothes, thus helping them to contribute towards greening of our planet.

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The Fierce Comeback Of Ponchos

Monday, January 4th, 2010
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This one-piece garment has made a dramatic comeback with its comfortable look and vivacious colors. It’s intriguing how a vintage piece with the most unusual shape has taken the fashion world by storm. From teenagers to adults, celebrities to everybody on the street have taken a liking for this unique vintage outerwear. A traditional item of vintage clothing which was designed in the earlier eras to provide protection from harsh winter weathers is today’s most sought after fashion gear. The style, now at its apogee, appears in mainstream stores like Ann Taylor, Gap, J.C. Penney, and Macy’s (which offers 43 options in a ponchos-only department) and in high fashion magazines like Vogue. Little did we realize the competency of this “one-size-fits-all” garment until all the ponchos from our vintage clothing ensemble got sold like hotcakes last month. Peculiar, yet attractive; unconventional, yet stylish; LAV has fallen for this no hang ups, easy to wear warm snuggies that cover all those worrisome midsection areas demurely. For a sassy vintage look this winter, grab a cute poncho from our rare collection and couple it with our slick pair of vintage cowboy boots.

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Happy New Year from LA Vintage!

Thursday, December 31st, 2009
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Happy New Year from LAV! Tomorrow marks the beginning of a new calendar year, and it’s time to seek fresh ideas, goals and resolutions. We at LAV feel it’s important to take care of our planet and offer only authentic vintage clothing by not resorting to any methods that harm our environment. We want our fashionistas to take pride in what they wear and join hands with us in our green movement, which does not compromise on style, comfort, and sophistication. Here’s to being good to Earth and a greener 2010!

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Green Fashion Resolutions For 2010!

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009
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Here’s a list of 5 ‘easy to follow’ fashion resolutions for the New Year that will help you to lead a greener and a more fashionable life.

Shop online and abandon that shopping bag
Save energy, fuel, time, and paper by shopping online for your favorite outfits. Thanks to the power of Internet, it is the most eco-friendly medium to satisfy your shopping urges.

Invest only in Quality Fashion and Fabric
Try not to fall prey to the world of ‘fast fashion’ which sucks you into the vicious cycle of buying, wearing and discarding. Invest in sustainable vintage fashion instead, which is stylish, longer-lasting and timeless.

Reuse, Recycle, & Reinvent
The green model of 3 R’s is our planet’s best friend. Scan your closet each time you feel a strong desire to buy something new. There is a possibility of you discovering many smart outfits hibernating in your closet, which have gone unnoticed due to their age or style. You don’t need to be a fashion designer to reinvent your good ole’ outfits. In fact, this is your chance to be creative with what you’ve got and stand out from the crowd!

Donate To Goodwill
Do your bit for the ones who are less fortunate by donating your old clothes, which otherwise are potential candidates for the landfills. Find a goodwill center in your area and donate your clothes to people who can’t afford good clothing. By donating to a goodwill center you are also helping people get jobs.

Resort to Eco-friendly Dry Cleaning and Organic Fabrics
Find an eco-friendly dry cleaner in your area to increase the durability of your precious vintage dresses. Preserve their quality by not subjecting them to wear and tear caused by the harsh chemicals that have been a part of the traditional dry cleaning process. Be diligent regarding choosing the fabric of your outfit. Choose eco-friendly fabrics like organic cotton and soy fabric over nylon or polyester. You can find a green dry cleaner in your city by visiting the website – NoDryClean.com

To all the fashionistas out there – Hi-Five To These Powerful Green Resolutions! We hope your 2010 is as green as ours!

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Say Yes To Curves With LA Vintage’s Plus Size Vintage!

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009
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LAV provides an invincible reason to fall in love with your curves – our brand-new vintage clothing line exclusively for the curvy fashionista! This launch is essentially aimed towards offering the finest designs to women who desire a vintage wardrobe, but often feel disappointed during their quest to find that perfect fitting, which appreciates their curves and brings out the best in their personalities.

Our absolutely delectable plus size line makes you want to believe that being curvy should not be a reason to stay away from what is à la mode. It incontrovertibly breaks the myth that plus size fashion is inchoate and outmoded, and only advocates the color black! One look at our sensuous new addition to our already dreamy ensemble, and you’d want to grab those trendy vintage dresses with our spunky vintage belts that curvaceously define the waist, the sassy vintage tops and skirts with sharp contours and sleek outlines, which solemnly respect curves! Boasting the most vivacious hues of all your favorite colors which allow you to break free from the black color safety net, this impressive vintage clothing line is definitely not the regular plus size fashion which you would commonly encounter. It is something that makes you feel comfortable in your skin and confirms the divination that plus size vintage fashion is unequivocally charming and embodies countless options to embellish your wardrobe. With that said, are you ready to show off your curves? Embrace LAV’s plus size vogue today!

http://www.lavintage.com/Rainbow-Bright-Maxi-Dress-70s.htm

http://www.lavintage.com/Breakfast-At-Tiffanys-Pearl-Dress-60s.htm

http://www.lavintage.com/Trekky-Striped-Dress-80s.htm

http://www.lavintage.com/Pearl-Of-The-Sea-Party-Dress-60s.htm

SEE MORE PLUS SIZE VINTAGE

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LAV’s Warehouse NOW OPEN 5 Days a Week!!!

Monday, December 14th, 2009
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We’re Now Open 5 Days A Week!

That’s right!! Come by our warehouse and find great deals on one-of-a-kind vintage clothing, shoes & accessories!

9am – 4pm Monday through Friday

We’re located right off the 110, exit El Segundo.

13003 S. Figueora Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90061

Have a better shopping experience by calling before you arrive. We’ll set aside a dressing room for you and fill it with all the  items you picked off  the site!

310-323-7500 or toll free at 1-888-724-9252

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