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Meet a shopkeeper: Dustin from Portland Dry Goods

May 21, 2013

I am very intimidated by men that dress better than me and Dustin Otto, who works at Portland Dry Goods, happens to be one of those guys. Portland Dry Goods remains one of my favorite destinations for menswear and high-quality wares in Portland. Meet Dustin and see where he likes to go for beer, brunch and a good book.

Become the “favorite” with these Mother’s Day gift ideas

May 07, 2013

Mother’s Day is coming right up! I’ve rounded up some great gift ideas for Mommie dearest so you can stop hemmin’ and hawwin’ over to what to get her. And of course they’re all from local shops because you know how I roll. Check them out!

Collector handbag event at Angela Adams, tonight and tomorrow only!

May 03, 2013

Though we all drool over the window displays and rugs at Angela Adams, at one time the designer was also producing a line of leather and printed canvas handbags. They are cleaning out their handbag closets for this one-of-a-kind event.

A Flea-For-All favorite opens up shop in Westbrook

May 02, 2013

This weekend you might want to venture a bit out of Portland, on a quick ride down Forest Avenue, to a new vintage storefront on Bridgton Road. The ladies of Lucille’s, arguably my favorite former booth at the Flea-for-All, has opened up shop. I checked it out over the weekend and trust me — you’re gonna want to put this vintage haven on your weekend agenda. Check it out!

In honor of Earth Day, here’s 4 local and organic brands you’ll love

April 22, 2013

You can show our planet a little love every day by supporting local brands that practice sustainability and use all-natural materials. Here’s a few that I think are the bees knees.

Where to sell your clothes in Portland

April 17, 2013

Sometimes when you do a closet clean-out, it’s painful to see a huge pile ready for the Goodwill bin. I get it. Especially when you remember spending a sizable amount of money on an item that was barely worn. If you’re looking to turn some of your clothing trash into some treasures, here are the shops in town that you can sell your clothes for cash or credit.

Lots of great vintage and vinyl at Moody Lords

April 16, 2013

Portland has no shortage of great vintage clothing. Moody Lord’s deserves to be right up there as one of the best shopping spots for vintage garb. Originally located on the second floor above Strange Maine, they’ve been in their new street level locale since last spring. If you happen to be a purveyor of great records and threads, you’ll find yourself in a shopping mecca.

All-natural, locally made and good for your body: Maine Mountain Soap and Candle

March 28, 2013

I’ve become more picky over the years about what I put on my skin. Whenever possible, I try to find products that are all-natural and in the best cases, made in Maine. The problem is that organic, all-natural beauty products can cost you. But there are affordable options that work. Enter my most recent solution for both: Maine Mountain Soap & Candle Co.

Meet a shopkeeper: Erin from Portland Flea-For-All

March 26, 2013

Erin Kiley, cofounder and owner of Portland Flea-for-All, is one of my favorite resources for things that are awesome. Every time she spots me walking into the flea, she assuredly steers me over to a new coat, rack of dresses or pair of shoes that I end up falling madly in love with. Read on to find out where she likes to drink and where this flea marketer likes to, er, flee.

Five great local clothing shops that you can browse online

March 20, 2013

We know there are a plethora of amazing local storefronts that sell vintage in Portland. But what’s a guy or gal to do when they want to do some online shopping on their lunch hour? Luckily for you, there’s still plenty of buy local options with online shops. Click right this way.

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