It’s official, I’m in love with my new Rick Owens Asymmetric  Jacket. It’s kinda like the when you meet someone for the first time and you know they will be a huge part of your life. When I tried it on I knew this jacket was going to be a huge part of my wardrobe. I just hope its not afraid of commitment.

Wearing: Rick Owens Jacket, from The Closet Boston, Necklace from Lilian Asterfield, Dress: Forever 21, Boots: Vintage, Bag: Haberdash Vintage

And in more important news, Penny had surgery this week and is recovering adorably:

I have this silly little tradition, I think it stemmed from buying school clothes as a kid. But now as a adult when every time I get a new job I like to buy myself a “new job gift”. In 2003 when I started credit managing  I bought the original Lamb bag for Lesportsac. Then in 2005 when I got a bartending gig at the rock club I loved I bought myself those obnoxious logo Chanel sunglasses. But anywho, the other day while I was on Newbury street (hint hint) for some top secret Blogger Meet Up business, I popped in to The Closet for a visit. While shopping I got a email from Kyle telling me HaberdashVintage.com was ready. Which technically meant I have a new job and need a new job gift. So I left The Closet in my new Rick Owens sweater coat.

Now that I blabbed your ear off…the reason for this post is to show you this: Asymmetrical Hoodie from Blackmarketbaby. It’s very similar to the Rick Owens coat I bought, but its from a indie designer in Montreal. Thanks Jennine for posting about them.

The Haberdash online vintage store is suppose to be ready to launch any day now…In preparation I’ve been testing out some of the faux furs that will be in the store. You know, quality control type stuff…right? OK my living room is filled with vintage coats and I cant help my self.

Wearing:
Vintage Faux Fur Coat from Haberdash Vintage, Dress From Modcloth, Tights, Over the Knee Boots from Dolce Vita, DIY Vintage Purple Leather Stud Bag and Vintage Snake Necklace

On Friday night my girlfriends and I trekked up to Salem to check out Iris Apfel Rare Bird Of Fashion exhibit at the Essex Museum and grab dinner at Rockefeller. It was really inspiring to see someone getting recognized for being original. The collection was amazing and full of all the things I love. Cameras were not allowed but I may have snuck a few shots for you. Rebel.

Thais, Morgan, Melissa and I

I spent my entire weekend digging for treasures in a estate sale that my lawyer friend was having. Lots of fun stuff in this house, including old unopened Chanel perfumes. I also finally had the chance to check out the Rock and Roll Flea Market in Downcity. It was a lot smaller then I visioned it being however I did score two rad vintage shirts (one with a wolf and one with a tiger).

I also got a sneak peek at Calico’s Pop up shop. Which will be adorable, I can’t wait to take a trip back to see when its done.

Did you see the Bad Romance video yet? Lady Gaga is pretty much my new fashion icon. I’m also convinced she is a super hero and part time ninja.

I want your loving
And I want your revenge
You and me could write a bad romance

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The Haberdash received a special invitation to vend at this years MCC’s Craft Fair. Which was very sweet gesture. This will be The Haberdash’s last event till spring. But we do have a sweet storage space in the Canal District that will allow us to be open by appointment  all winter long. Hope you can make it.

On Sunday at the Design Hive I had the pleasure of setting up next  to Monique Rancourt. I was blown away her with work. It was original and tough but still super classy. She mentioned she teaches metal smith classes. But  I’m pretty sure with all the polyester I wear I am banned from it. I am definitely saving my pennies for that bracelet and hoping to bump in to her at the next Design Hive on December 6th.

At first I was feeling guilty for selling two pairs of my vintage over the knee boots, so I could afford these new Dolce Vita buckle boots, until I put them on that is.  In my defense, one pair of my vintage boots had no heel, so I always felt like a pirate looking for treasure and the other pair were made of a shiny leather, which was always a little to street walker esque. But I’m pretty sure these boots and I are going to have a long and committed relationship.

Artifaktori’s Vintage Dress Up event was last night, I had spent the whole day working at the Design Hive, so I was really looking forward to some relaxing girl time. The dress up party was at Upstairs on the Square (which I am now in love with). Artifaktori even dressed the Jazz band that played last night. There was lots of vintage lover mingling, classy drinks and even more classy dancing, perfect end to a busy weekend.

Busy day, I’m getting ready for the Design Hive market that is tomorrow, getting the house ready for trick or treaters and trying to decide on a costume for the Lucky Dogs Halloween party. Everyone brings their A- game to this party, But its really hard to bartend in a costume, I’m leaning towards Betsey Johnson or a 80’s prom queen.

These pictures are from yesterdays trip to Plymouth.

wearing: vintage boots, h&m leggings, diy shorts, f21 top, thrifted sweater worn upsidedown, and DIY stud vintage bag

So last night I met Kyle in Watertown for Dinner and then headed over to The Paradise because we had tickets to see La Roux (which I was super excited for) only to find out the show was postponed,  bummer. When Kyle suggested Newbury Street for shopping (I knew he had a ulterior motive, like video games). But whatevs, I figured I could stop in and visit my friends from The Closet. Nope, they had just closed for the night. Tuesday= total bust.

This morning I signed on to flickr to see what my friends are up to and look what haunts me…

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Photos of  Chanel, Westwood and to die for boots that The Closet added yesterday in to the shop and I was right outside the door…FML.

This past Sundays Sowa was our busiest event to date. Thank you for stopping by to say hello. It was so nice to meet some more Twitter friends. And to hear people talking about the Haberdash only to turn around and see strangers. It such a surreal feeling. I’m sad the Sowa season is over, but I am also pretty excited for a nice warm space in the Design Hive.

How do you like my max costume? My friend Nicole made it. Life is awesome when you surround your self with talented people.

and nothing blue.

These are some of my favorite things this week:

pink blazer I stole from the Hab & vintage purse gift from Kyle

70’s bracelet, gift from my aunt Alice who always reads my blog (hi Alice)

vintage hair bow from Blackstone Vin..I can never spell that word

earrings from Alexis Grace

DIY stud bag

Dolce & Gabbana belt: gift from my favorite Closet employee

thrifted vintage boots

crazy tiger scarf from Alexis Grace

thrifted crochet vest and snake necklace from Alexis Grace

vintage bucket bag, I also stole out of my store…oops

and this T.J.Maxx jacket that lasted 3 minutes in my house before I covered it with stud’s.

If you follow me or the Hab on twitter you might have heard a thing or two about us launching a new website soon. Kyle has been busy building the Haberdash a winter web home ( a fancy pants online shop). So in preparation I asked (bribed by promising him a date with a pretty lady friend) Adam to come and take some photos for the future website. Here are some of my favorites:

You can catch the Haberdash here:

October 25th: SOWA Market in the South End

November 1st: Design Hive Market In Cambridge

November 21: Craft Fair, Bedford, Middlesex Community College campus

December 6th: Design Hive Market In Cambridge

Also…if you have shopped the store and would like give me some feedback, we are on Yelp.

Ok, definitely tonight. Kyle is taking me to see Nicole Atkins and the Avett Brothers tonight…Cant wait.

I think I have a new favorite blazer, complete with huge shoulder pads and velor, It’s super fun and surprisingly warm, not like that would stop me from wearing it all winter. And how lovely is this Frock bag? My friend Nicolé owns Frock and we are trying to make room for some pieces in the Haberdash.

Here is a totally unrelated, but adorable picture of Penny. Ahh, They grow up so fast.

Wearing : Vintage Blazer, Vintage dress, Target leggings, Vintage Boots and Frock Handbag

I’m purposely slacking on the Etsy updates, because I kind wanna keep all of these pieces for myself.  I suppose I could let a few go up today….maybe.

My store will be open this Saturday in the Canal District Worcester. We will be open right outside Alexis Grace on Harrison Street. Also the Lucky Dog is sponsoring  a Huge Music Fest that will be taking over the parking lot on Green Street. Flock, Sam James, Dave Rivers Group and Danny Dark will all be playing!

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