Showing posts with label shopping. Show all posts
Showing posts with label shopping. Show all posts
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Vintage Shopping in LA
http://galadarling.com/article/the-only-3-vintage-stores-in-los-angeles-youll-ever-need
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Friday, June 26, 2009
NY Guide
Super-Big New York Guide from Fur Coat, No Knickers: "I've tried to make this list up of slightly off-the-track places, or places you wouldn't find in your guide book. In fact, it mainly consists of personal favourite hangouts, shops that sell KISS stuff, and bars where I like to drink. For that reason you won't find Macy's or the Oyster Bar at Grand Central on the list." -- Also has lots of great shopping tips
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Friday, October 12, 2007
Saturday, September 1, 2007
Monday, July 23, 2007
Thursday, July 12, 2007
London Vintage Shopping
Susie Bubble wrote, "Perhaps being in London, I'm spoilt by rich offerings from stores like One of a Kind on Portobello Road, Virginia, Rellik, Steinberg & Tolkien..."
Saturday, June 30, 2007
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Two Paris Travel Links
The Budget Fashionista presents budget travel tips for Paris.
Some fun ideas for things to do in Paris.
Some fun ideas for things to do in Paris.
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
A Few Useful Bits
Tricia from Bits and Bobbins asked for suggestions for an upcoming trip to Amsterdam, Paris, and Antwerp. Here are the responses.
Gala from iCiNG gave a short guide to shopping in Wellington.
Gala from iCiNG gave a short guide to shopping in Wellington.
Friday, April 13, 2007
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Tokyo Shopping Guide
I know I said this blog was going to be about cheap travel, and it is. But whenever I find a shopping guide for a foreign city that I plan to visit, I want to put it in here in case I ever need it. Window shopping can be fun, and who knows...maybe some day I'll have enough money to actually do some serious shopping all over the world.
So, on that note, here is a Tokyo shopping guide from Fashion Spinach (Found via iCiNG)
So, on that note, here is a Tokyo shopping guide from Fashion Spinach (Found via iCiNG)
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
A Guide to Melbourne, courtesy of galadarling.com
Melbourne can be a difficult city for visitors. While the main streets are obvious to everyone, they’re not where the really interesting things are. Melbourne requires a bit of effort — think of it as a treasure hunt. Go into weird alleyways, peer into arcades, allow yourself time to wander through & really experience the place.
To read Galadarling's tips for shopping, eating, drinking, and other activities in Melbourne, click here. Also, a shop that I want to go to there is profiled here.
To read Galadarling's tips for shopping, eating, drinking, and other activities in Melbourne, click here. Also, a shop that I want to go to there is profiled here.
Monday, March 5, 2007
Monday, February 5, 2007
Tokyo Tips (Jane Magazine)
The truth is, you can wander around any part of Tokyo and it will blow your mind. But here are a few helpful hints and especially fun things to get with. And don't worry, the subway system may seem really confusing, but everything is also written in English and easy to navigate.
First off, book a room at the Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu (tokyUhotels.co.jp) in trendy Shibuya. The hotel is dirt-cheap and located right in the center of this beyond-fun district. During the day, hit the intense, music-and-light-fueled department stores. At night, everything blindingly turns on. Buy a can of beer at one of the many convenience stores, then stroll around on the streets and people-watch. The kids have MAD style there. Duck into a karaoke joint, or get some inexpensive sake and sushi (look for a place that serves the dishes on a conveyor belt).
Also, you must, MUST go shop at Harajuku. There are a million cool places there, but here's a secret: When you exit the train, hang a right into the underground flea market. The prices there are the best on the street. (And say "hi" to the designer Harajuku Annie for me.) When you surface and go back to the main road, just explore. There are shops for every style, but I personally thought the goth stores were the most exciting, for cool interior design and unique wares.
Last but not least, check out the Sensoji temple in Asakusa. It's a bit of a tourist trap, but the shrine itself is breathtaking. While you're there, drink sacred water, inhale holy incense and be sure to get your fortune told.
First off, book a room at the Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu (tokyUhotels.co.jp) in trendy Shibuya. The hotel is dirt-cheap and located right in the center of this beyond-fun district. During the day, hit the intense, music-and-light-fueled department stores. At night, everything blindingly turns on. Buy a can of beer at one of the many convenience stores, then stroll around on the streets and people-watch. The kids have MAD style there. Duck into a karaoke joint, or get some inexpensive sake and sushi (look for a place that serves the dishes on a conveyor belt).
Also, you must, MUST go shop at Harajuku. There are a million cool places there, but here's a secret: When you exit the train, hang a right into the underground flea market. The prices there are the best on the street. (And say "hi" to the designer Harajuku Annie for me.) When you surface and go back to the main road, just explore. There are shops for every style, but I personally thought the goth stores were the most exciting, for cool interior design and unique wares.
Last but not least, check out the Sensoji temple in Asakusa. It's a bit of a tourist trap, but the shrine itself is breathtaking. While you're there, drink sacred water, inhale holy incense and be sure to get your fortune told.
Saturday, February 3, 2007
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Paris Shopping Tips from seamsters.net
yb Says:
My absolute favorite vintage shop in Paris is Anouschka on 6 Avenue du coq 75009. This place is heaving with top quality stuff from courreges to vintage shoes. It’s appointment only so you should make an appointment if you want to go (contact@anouschka.fr).Theres a retro accessoriez and jeans boutique on 72 Rue de Condorcet 75009 called Woch Dom. Really quarky and all retro stuff in immaculate condition. Bought amazing jeans here.
In St. Ouen, I think on Rue de Rosier there are the best vintage stores. stand 101 and 77 are true gems selling, well last time I went which was last year, Jean Patou, chanel etc. But I think flea markets like St.Ouen and Vanves have become to commercialised now. Everything is so overpriced its like buying stuff from Decades!
There is a really good antique ribbon shop near Opera but cant remember the name at this moment. Anyhow hope you have a nice time in Paris and bags some bargains which seems so hard these days!
Di Overton Says:
My daughter lives in Paris and I visit and hunt the flea markets but the BEST places are situated in every town. Depot Ventes http://www.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=depot+vente&near=Paris,+France&sa=X&oi=local&ct=title here you will find a map of the Paris Centre depot ventes. They are places where the locals take their stuff to sell. You will be amazed at what the French don’t want.On the outskirts of Paris in the small towns they abound. Really worth a visit.St-Ouen is vast but expensive, having said that I purchased a vintage tailors dummy for a song on my last visit. Unfortunately the best flea markets are in the South of France.I visit regularly to purchase items for my Ghost Furniture range and Depot Vente has always been the best place for vintage finds. Hope this helps.
Di Overton Says:
THE BEST shopping area is the Marais 3rd and 4th districts. Village St Paul has alleyways full of antique shops selling vintage laces etc there’s one in particular that sells the most amazing stuff but it is expensive though if you root around in the baskets you can find little bargains.. The Marias itself is full of little one off shops where even if you don’t find anything you get loads of ideas.Go to http://www.parismarais.com for loads of info.
April Says: January 29th, 2007 at 4:03 am
Right in the area of La Basilique du Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, there’s a whole bunch of fabric/trimmings/notions shops.
I go crazy everytime I’m there!!
My absolute favorite vintage shop in Paris is Anouschka on 6 Avenue du coq 75009. This place is heaving with top quality stuff from courreges to vintage shoes. It’s appointment only so you should make an appointment if you want to go (contact@anouschka.fr).Theres a retro accessoriez and jeans boutique on 72 Rue de Condorcet 75009 called Woch Dom. Really quarky and all retro stuff in immaculate condition. Bought amazing jeans here.
In St. Ouen, I think on Rue de Rosier there are the best vintage stores. stand 101 and 77 are true gems selling, well last time I went which was last year, Jean Patou, chanel etc. But I think flea markets like St.Ouen and Vanves have become to commercialised now. Everything is so overpriced its like buying stuff from Decades!
There is a really good antique ribbon shop near Opera but cant remember the name at this moment. Anyhow hope you have a nice time in Paris and bags some bargains which seems so hard these days!
Di Overton Says:
My daughter lives in Paris and I visit and hunt the flea markets but the BEST places are situated in every town. Depot Ventes http://www.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&q=depot+vente&near=Paris,+France&sa=X&oi=local&ct=title here you will find a map of the Paris Centre depot ventes. They are places where the locals take their stuff to sell. You will be amazed at what the French don’t want.On the outskirts of Paris in the small towns they abound. Really worth a visit.St-Ouen is vast but expensive, having said that I purchased a vintage tailors dummy for a song on my last visit. Unfortunately the best flea markets are in the South of France.I visit regularly to purchase items for my Ghost Furniture range and Depot Vente has always been the best place for vintage finds. Hope this helps.
Di Overton Says:
THE BEST shopping area is the Marais 3rd and 4th districts. Village St Paul has alleyways full of antique shops selling vintage laces etc there’s one in particular that sells the most amazing stuff but it is expensive though if you root around in the baskets you can find little bargains.. The Marias itself is full of little one off shops where even if you don’t find anything you get loads of ideas.Go to http://www.parismarais.com for loads of info.
April Says: January 29th, 2007 at 4:03 am
Right in the area of La Basilique du Sacré Coeur de Montmartre, there’s a whole bunch of fabric/trimmings/notions shops.
I go crazy everytime I’m there!!
Saturday, January 13, 2007
Shop Like a Fashion Editor in London (courtesy of Flare magazine)
Chic but Cheap: Fridays are best at London's legendary Portobello Road Market on Portobello Road (get there by 8 a.m. for the best selection). Start at the undercover market, alongside Cambridge Garden Road, where you'll find fab vintage clothes, shoes, and accessories, antique textiles, and bric-a-brac. And don't be shy about trying to strike a bargain. Then toward Golborne Road, where you'll find stores stuffed with antiques alongside great Portuguese and Moroccan cafes. Walk farther and you'll be rewarded with Rellik (8 Golborne Rd.), a fabulous but pricey vintage clothing store with an amazing Vivienne Westwood collection. Keep you eye out for Kate Moss, who's known to riffle through the racks.
In London's West End, Topshop, in Oxford Circus, is a fashion mecca: runway and trend-driven looks arrive in record speed and you'll find them here at the best prices. Really, no outfit is complete without a bit of Topshop's cheap frippery thrown in for fun. And celebs know this, too- although they go undercover or send their stylists to do the gathering.
Budget-blasting Fun: If Brit/homegrown labels appeal, head for Wigmore Street, where you'll find Margaret Howell at number 34. Fans of Paul Smith love this label, too, which was launched in the '70s. The men's and women's collections are as true to the designer's classic vision as ever, with lovely fabrics, simple detailing, precise cuts, relaxed tailoring and quirky touches. Get your decor fix while you're here: this flagship store houses mid- to late-20th-century-designed furniture, home accessory classics, and a concise selection of design reference books.
For a different flavour, try Marylebone High Street, where you'll find stores with a well-heeled, typical Brit feel. Look in on The White Company, 12 Marylebone High St., for quality chic fashion and housewares.
Looking for the designers with street cred? Head to the hottest department store: Selfridges, 400 Oxford St. The ground floor houses Spirit - key collections from all the hot high-street names in women's wear and shoes: Topshop, Warehouse, French Connection, and more. Don't miss the best of high design and high fashion on other floors. If you're in need of still more designer retail therapy (Dries Van Noten, Marc by Marc Jacobs or See by Chloe, anyone?), check out Liberty, 210-225 Regent St. Walking through that Tudor black-and-white frontage on Great Marlborough Street makes you feel as if you're as unique and eclectic as the department store itself.
Ok, I know I said this blog will help me travel cheaply.
Let's just say window shopping is key.
In London's West End, Topshop, in Oxford Circus, is a fashion mecca: runway and trend-driven looks arrive in record speed and you'll find them here at the best prices. Really, no outfit is complete without a bit of Topshop's cheap frippery thrown in for fun. And celebs know this, too- although they go undercover or send their stylists to do the gathering.
Budget-blasting Fun: If Brit/homegrown labels appeal, head for Wigmore Street, where you'll find Margaret Howell at number 34. Fans of Paul Smith love this label, too, which was launched in the '70s. The men's and women's collections are as true to the designer's classic vision as ever, with lovely fabrics, simple detailing, precise cuts, relaxed tailoring and quirky touches. Get your decor fix while you're here: this flagship store houses mid- to late-20th-century-designed furniture, home accessory classics, and a concise selection of design reference books.
For a different flavour, try Marylebone High Street, where you'll find stores with a well-heeled, typical Brit feel. Look in on The White Company, 12 Marylebone High St., for quality chic fashion and housewares.
Looking for the designers with street cred? Head to the hottest department store: Selfridges, 400 Oxford St. The ground floor houses Spirit - key collections from all the hot high-street names in women's wear and shoes: Topshop, Warehouse, French Connection, and more. Don't miss the best of high design and high fashion on other floors. If you're in need of still more designer retail therapy (Dries Van Noten, Marc by Marc Jacobs or See by Chloe, anyone?), check out Liberty, 210-225 Regent St. Walking through that Tudor black-and-white frontage on Great Marlborough Street makes you feel as if you're as unique and eclectic as the department store itself.
Ok, I know I said this blog will help me travel cheaply.
Let's just say window shopping is key.
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