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    uncommon objects antiques vintage austin texas

    Uncommon Objects

    1512 S. Congress

    Austin, TX

     

    Uncommon Objects deserves its name. When you walk into this mighty and magnificent space, you are greeted by objects of all kinds, all of them unique in their own quirky way.

    If you manage to peel yourself off from the glass jewelry displays, take a walk through the entire space. The store is divided into tiny vignettes that neatly guide you from one spot to the next. Each little display has a theme and a quirk or two, and you can easily spend many minutes admiring each little component that makes it.

    Lucky for us, they let me snap a few photos for the blog, so you can admire some of my favorite vignettes, all reminiscent of a Joseph Cornell box. I love imagining the stories behind each.

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    A travelling theme with a suitcase, photos to remember people by and the doll you haven't been able to part with since childhood...

    uncommon objects antiques vintage austin texas

    Like an organized attic, this display has shelves and shelves of curiosities, from cooking to sewing and more.

    uncommon objects antiques vintage austin texas

    A bohemian raphsody, complete with acoustic guitar, playmasks, a drinks tray and a taxidermied bear. Wait, am I back in Brooklyn?

    uncommon objects antiques vintage austin texas

    The garden cocktail: not with crème de violette, but with innocent-looking seafoam green poison bottles. Stirring tools included.

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    The vanity tells a story: trying to get ready on time, putting on perfume and fixing the loose button.

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    Pretty in pink with gloves, hat boxes, veils, flowers and all things feminine and fabulous.

    uncommon objects antiques vintage austin texas

    A little Chinoisererie, complete with corded fringe, a lucite bag and tins that hide secrets.

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    Get your blue prints done while glancing at a few cute pinups during work breaks. Stayed too late? Slip into a fresh new western shirt.

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    The porcelains are watching you...

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    "Room for Rent"  - Really? I'd live here!

     

    5 hours 48 min ago
    pamela
  • vintage chevy and vintage leopard print coat

    I have a new goal in life: to be featured on Advanced Style.

    That's it.  That's all I want from life anymore.

    I think I may be on my way, especially after this outfit! I wore it last Saturday to brunch, when i was so exhausted I didn't know what to wear. I am so tired of winter!

    The solution? Pile as much crazy furry vintage as you can, slip into your shearling boots, oversized sunglasses and go drink a couple of Ramos Fizzes at Walter Foods with brunch. You'll be revived and as good as new. And if egg white in your drink is not your thing, we'll you're a wimp. Or you can try the oyster shooter.

    Outfit details:

    Fox fur hat, vintage via the Manhattan Vintage Show (I gave Kate's back).

    Sunglasses, vintage

    Paisley scarf, vintage via Old Hollywood

    60s leopard print coat, via Lotus Vintage

    Jeans, Adriano Goldschmied

    Boots, Sven via Catbird

    Bag, Antik Batik

    vintage chevy car

    On the way to Walters we saw this toothpaste green Chevy, and I thought it was just too awesome not to be in the picture. Don't you love it?

    vintage chevy die locks

    My favorite part? The die locks!

     

    1 day 49 min ago
    pamela
  • Model On Duty: Market Publique Shoot from Greta Eagan on Vimeo.

    We met Greta when she came over to check out the Market Publique Studio during NYFW. She was way too adorable, so we asked her if she would model for us for an upcoming photoshoot. Greta said yes, and voilá, here's the behind-the-scenes video of when we made it happen! 

    Ben Kaufman did a fantastic job with the photos, which will be up soon! I did the hair, makeup and styling with the assitance of Joan Costello.  I can't wait to show you guys! And yes, I wore a sequined sweater while at it. Why not? Sequins are a basic.

    We loved working with Greta. Not only is she stylish and gorgeous, she is super sweet, super positive and energetic and always on the lookout for things that make the world better - like being sustainable and looking fabulous while you're at it.

    Look for more collaborations with Greta and Market Publique in the future, as this is one girl we're not missing a chance to work with any time soon! Thank you for everything Greta!

    2 days 5 hours ago
    pamela
  • the pop couture

    Kate in vintage plaids

    My outfit on a snowy winter day.

    On a particularly snowy day, Pamela and I were making the trek for lunch and errands, when I was stopped for what I assumed would be directions. She then asked to take my picture for her style blog, The Pop Couture.  The photographer becomes the model! 

    It's been snowing a lot this winter and I've been making the most of it by piling on bright colors and bold patterns. One of my favorite pieces to wear is a poncho as a scarf, and as it turns out,  bright red plaid is my color. I love adding an element of play to my outfits, I think it helps you take risks.  On this particular day, I felt like an explorer in my vintage Eddie Bauer hat. It  not only keeps my hair dry, it makes me feel fearless! 

    Outfit details:

    Poncho, from Beacon's Closet

    Coat, by B. B. Dakota

    Leggings, unkown

    Boots, by Hunter

    Hat, vintage

    Umbrella, vintage, borrowed from the Market Publique studio 

    3 days 1 hour ago
    kate
  • Vintage Capes on Holier than Now

    We're loving the trend posts that Holier Than Now has been doing lately, and are so excited to be featured again - this time via some capes from The Frippery.

    The comic book-style story is oh-so-appropriate for the cape subject matter, and we loved all of Ann's picks. Click here to read the full post on Holier Than Now.

     

    6 days 1 hour ago
    pamela