Setting Up Shop at the Vintage Pop-Up

A few weeks ago, Elan Renegade Vintage set up shop at the Planet Maud & co Pop Up Shop that took place at Marvin on 14th St. It was a fabulous event and I can't wait for the next. Check out a recap below if you missed out.

 

If you missed this event keep a look out for the next one. Elan Renegade Vintage plans to be back bigger than ever!

xoxo

Elan <3

Vintage Trunk Show

Elan Renegade Vintage Presents…The brand’s first event: A Vintage Trunk Show

Come for cocktails, shopping and fabulous vintage. 

WHO: Elan Renegade Vintage

WHAT: Vintage Trunk Show

WHEN: Sunday, January 15th 2012, 3:00 - 7:00
WHERE: My House

WHY: Because Vintage Rocks!!!

The ER Vintage Trunk Show will be a vintage haven for the discerning fashionista, simply because my online vintage shop will come to life. Elan Renegade Vintage will be presenting one-of-a-kind, timeless attire for days on the job, evenings out on the town, and romantic weekends. Also included will be amazing vintage shoes, handbags & accessories. Listen to lovely beats and peruse an eclectic mix of some ER Vintage best kept secret gems! Come searching for that perfect vintage addition to your wardrobe or come just to browse the inventory. Fall in love with a piece and have the opportunity to take it home. Guests will also be featured on this blog.

I would love to see you there Sunday, January 15th at 3:00 pm.

Spread the word to any and all fashionistas.

Don't Forget to Bring CASH so you won't miss out on these vintage finds!!!

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Although Elan Renegade Vintage specializes in vintage women's pieces, the mens inventory is COMING SOON! So guys come and enjoy a night of style and see what ER Vintage has to offer.

RSVP and get more details HERE

What's In It For You?

The vintage fashion diva who brings the most guests will receive a special gift :)

Come early to be entered for a raffle prize drawing. Giveaways include:

*vintage accessories

*free shipping on your next online purchase

*other goodies!!!

Refreshments and Libations will be available.

Come join Elan Renegade Vintage for a fantastic vintage event! You won’t want to miss it!!!

xoxo

Elan<3

The Art of Vintage

Yesterday I had an epic adventure in the city with one of my besties. She's a soon-to-be marketing exec (one of these days) and super artsy too. We found a free art gallery in the heart of Adams Morgan, one of our favorite DC neighborhoods. The District of Columbia Arts Center has a hidden entrance on 18th street and a quaint second floor gallery. The exhibit on display was "Blues and Other Colors" and it ends on Jan. 8th so hurry and go check it out.

DC Arts Center Entrance

The Blues and Other Colors Exhibit

Second Floor Gallery

Exhibit Currently on Display

DC Arts Center Exhibit

After the bestie got her creative fix we strolled 18th street searching for fabulous happy hour specials. We got distracted when we spotted a boutique that we have passed on our many trips to the city but never got a chance to explore. We entered Violet boutique which is located on 18th street excitedly. Upon entering the store, the fabulous sales girls greeted us and were super friendly. They commented on my Litas which made me blush (yes, black girls do blush, on the inside) so I knew this boutique had something for me. Violet opened in March of 2011 and is nearing their one year anniversary. The had an awesome $10 rack where I found an AMAZING pair of deep blue printed pants with an aztec inspired pattern. The store also houses a vintage rack called La Petite Marmoset Vintage by designer Katherine Martinez. The items here are fantastic and you should definitely check this place out.

Violet Boutique Storefront

La Petite Marmoset Vintage in Violet Boutique

LPM Vintage Rack

LPM Vintage Collection

After heading to one of our favorite happy hour spots on u street called Alero, we drove around the city to kill some time before a $1 open mic event called "Spit Dat" began. The boy met up with us by then and chauffeured the bestie and I around. When the boy spotted a window on N street with ARTS plastered on it, and garments hanging from the walls, I practically jumped out of the car. It turned out to be a workspace for upcoming designers called a Fashion Incubator. Even though the space was technically closed a super friendly intern and aspiring designer named Ade let us in to talk about the space. The space is funded by the Greater Washington Fashion Chamber of Commerce and the DC Fashion Foundation to support the local fashion industry of the city. Filled with sewing machines and storage for fabric and supplies, the space is offered free of charge to designers with serious interest who apply. Pretty cool huh?

DC Fashion Incubator on N Street

Saying that my day was eventful is an understatement so I won't even try to define it. If your feeling artsy or creative check out some of these spots. The best thing is that they're FREE (unless you get tempted at Violet Boutique).

xoxo

Elan <3