Vintage Advantage — Our 10 Favorite Vintage Shopping Sites


Updated 01/04/12 10:56 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Best Online Vintage Shopping Destinations

When it comes to vintage shopping, it can be difficult to find something worthwhile in your city or state. Those vintage shops can be musty and filled with a lot of, well, crap. The Internet has widened the vintage pool, but even then it's hard to know where to look, and sites like eBay and Etsy are fantastic, but overwhelming. Still, when you score that high-quality, high-style vintage piece on Read more

Sneak Peek! Madewell's Girl Goes Woodsy and Tomboy-Cool For Fall


Updated 05/17/12 7:19 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Madewell Fall Lookbook 2012

We got our first taste of Madewell's Fall 2012 back in April, but if ever there was a way to prove the cool factor in this collection, it's in Madewell's perfectly styled Fall lookbook. Mastering the art of effortless layers, girl-meets-boy appeal, and the style quirks of traditional Fall clothing turned on its head, Madewell offers up the season's essentials in bold hues, clever prints (like a Read more

18 Spring Activities to Get Your Geek on


Updated 05/14/12 10:36 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fun Activities For Geeks

Whether you prefer to be in the kitchen or on the road, we've come up with several creative ideas to keep you busy this Spring. Looking for some new pastimes? From DIYs to nerdy day trips, we've got 18 fun, geeky ideas to get you through the season. Have a documentary marathon: Not sure where to start? Check out Frozen Planet, a seven-part series from the team behind Planet Earth, to learn more Read more

Archie's Old-Fashioned Aussie Birthday Bash


Updated 05/08/12 11:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Old-Fashioned Birthday Party

For today's insanely cute second birthday bash, we travel far across the ocean to Australia, where event planner Dawn of Ruby May Designs was inspired by vintage fabrics and illustrations from Sarah Jane Studios to create a simply charming party. A licorice allsorts-embellished cake, fabric pennants, and charming pom-pom details, all created by Dawn, make this party one of a kind. Add in Read more

Welcome to the World! A Vintage Map Sip and See


Updated 04/23/12 3:59 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

A Vintage Map Baby Shower

The April Showers creativity just keeps on coming, and this week we're completely enamored with this sip and see's Welcome to the World theme. Courtney Cargile of A Little Savvy Event in Sonoma, CA, planned the "Old-World, elegant" shower using a host of stylish vintage maps and globes. Hanging map mobiles and garland, colorful globe centerpieces, travel-stamped suitcases, and a beautiful Read more

A Bun in the Oven Baby Shower


Updated 04/21/12 5:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Bun in the Oven Baby Shower

When the very talented Sarah Crawford of Lil Hoot found out her friend Stacey Butler, the baker at Sugar on Top, was expecting her second child, she knew that only a very special baby shower would do. The result: a bun in the oven shower that has us swooning . . . and craving a brioche cinnamon bun. Using a vintage toy kitchen (a gift for the baby-to-be) and full-size baking tools as shower Read more

Stork Express! An Airline-Inspired Baby Shower


Updated 04/17/12 1:31 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Stork Airline Baby Shower

This adorable shower is a special delivery: airmail! Created by event planner Loralee Lewis for her sister's early arrival, lil Cole, this shower takes vintage elements to a high-flying level. Think pretzel and peanut bags, baggage claim gift bags, "in-flight" cuisine boxed and tied for easy stork access, and an adorable gift display featuring a cherub riding a vintage stork. Whimsical details Read more

A Sneak Peek of Gap and Junk Food's Superhero Collaboration


Updated 04/13/12 3:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

GapKids and Junk Food Collaboration

GapKids is having quite a year! Last month, the chain collaborated with fashion superstar Diane von Furstenberg on a seriously adorable collection for little ladies. If moms of boys felt slighted, don't worry: next month, you're in for a treat when Gap releases its latest collaboration with Junk Food, a favorite of famous kids like Leni Klum and the children of the Jolie-Pitt brood and known for Read more

How to Take Pictures of Your Baby's Hands and Feet


Updated 04/10/12 12:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Take Pictures of Baby's Hands and Feet

Celebrities like Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Hilary Duff, and Alicia Keys (clockwise from top left) have tweeted or posted photos of their babies' hands and feet. It's an adorable way to share something precious and personal with your friends, family, and followers, especially if you haven't published photos of your lil one's face yet. Here are a few tips on getting a great shot of those tiny feet Read more

See Kate Bosworth Sparkle in Prada!


Updated 04/03/12 2:02 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Kate Bosworth in Prada at Life Happens LA Premiere

Kate Bosworth lit up the red carpet at the premiere of L!fe Happens in a light yellow, bejeweled dress from Prada. She complemented the dazzling getup with JewelMint accessories, including a silver box clutch and vintage-inspired rings. Kate sparkled all the way down to her toes, selecting a pair of rhinestone-encrusted Christian Louboutin sandals. We adore Kate's cheery, Spring-ready ensemble Read more