Lotus Vintage Blog: May 2014

We're Having a Party!!

ART and FASHION, what better way to spend a Saturday evening?
Fashion After Film will take place at Lotus Vintage on
Saturday, May 31st from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Stop in to our store right next to the Foto Foto Gallery after their reception and join us for a night of fashion, dessert and good tunes.
We’ll be having live music, drinks, and 25% off everything in the store. So come on down and party with us before heading out for a night out on the town!

Our Top 10 Vacation Essentials

It's that time of the year when we pack up, leave our troubles behind and jet-set (or road trip!) around the world. We've all been there before...taking hours to pack up for a mini vacation. We're all guilty of wanting to bring our entire closet and then some!

Traveling lightly and bringing your essential items is the right way to vacation so check out our Top 10 list below and take some notes for your next mini getaway!

10. Bumble & Bumble Curl Conscious Creme

Who wants to spend hours on their hair on hot summer days? This Bumble & Bumble cream is perfect for when you get out of the shower, or after a nice swim, and want a quick and easy hair style. Apply it to your hair while still damp and let it air dry. You'll have carefree, relaxed and frizz-free curls in no time!

9. Soft Lip Colors

There's really no need for makeup in the summer, however it's always crucial for a girl to have an everyday lip color. Yves Saint Laurent's Rouge Volupté Peach Passion is an extremely smooth and feminine color perfect for summer outings. If you're looking for something cheaper Estée Lauder's Azuree Coral is just as nice. Another personal favorite is Benefit's rose tinted lip-stain. If you're not a fan of lipstick's creamy texture then this item is a must-have!

8. Hats

You definitely cannot go away without a summer hat! We personally love vintage straw hats on really sunny days. It's protective and cute... what else could you ask for?

7. Mix & Match Swimwear

No one cares if you match head to toe on the beach, so be fun and bring some mix & match bikinis for your trip. We love printed high waisted bottoms because they have that adorable retro edge and are super flattering! These lemon bottoms are from American Apparel and the triangle top is from PacSun.

6. Over-sized Sunglasses

We are nothing without our shades, so grab your Jackie O's and enjoy a day in the sun! We love Free People's selection of sunglasses because they are affordable and have awesome retro round and curved frames.

5. Collection of CDs

No road trip is complete without a good selection of tunes. Part of the trip includes the travel itself so bring along some fun summertime jams and have no shame singing loudly with the windows rolled down! We love Zooey Deschanel's band She & Him and their latest album Volume 3. Other favorites include MGMT: Congratulations, Lana Del Rey: Born To Die and Beach House: Devotion.

4. Polaroid Camera

You cannot forget to bring a camera! How else would you record all of those hilarious memories? If you're really feeling creative get a vintage Polaroid camera. It'll give you instant photo prints and captures the perfect moment in one shot!

3. Skin Products

Taking care of your skin on vacation is vital. With all that sun and tanning oil your skin needs a breather. Apply sunscreen before you step out for the day. Use facial and body moisturizer after showers and before you go out as well. We prefer the oil-free facial moisturizer by Kiehl's and Josie Maran Vanilla Apricot Argan Oil for the body.

2. Books

A good book goes a long way. Whether it's fiction, a biography or just a collection of photographs, books are a great way to relax while at the beach. Some of our favorites include Piper Weiss: My Mom, Style Icon, Boris Vian: Foam Of The Daze and it by Alexa Chung.

1. Summer Dress

Of course number one is going to be a dress! When you're running around on vacation you need a go-to summer lightweight dress. We prefer loose casual floral sun dresses that are comfortable, yet chic. The above dress is a vintage 90s grunge floral by yours truly, Lotus Vintage.

So there you have it, our essentials for the perfect summer getaway. And make sure to use the ultimate bohemian duffel bag to feel extra prepared!

Have fun and enjoy!

xoxo

Our Favorite Lotus Picks

We can't deny it...Lotus girls are big vintage lovers and with summer approaching we can't help but want to go shopping! Lotus Vintage has some really great pieces for the summer and lots of awesome accessories too! So we all got together and decided to pick our favorite items. Though it may have been hard to pick for some, while effortlessly easy for others, we all chose beautiful and unique vintage pieces exclusively at our retail store. Take a look at our favorites below!

Yeliz

What

Wide Leg Purple Jumpsuit
80s Foster Grant Sunglasses
70s Floral Leather Belt
70s Floral Scarf
80s Boat Hat

Why

"Jumpsuits are everything! If I could go back to any decade it would be the 70s so I can rock this look at Studio 54."

Mimma

What

70s Prairie Skirt
90s Army Jacket
Vintage Harley Tank
Sweet Freedom Necklace
50s Sunglasses

Why

"I chose this outfit because I really like the boho-rocker feel, but also because it embodies my personal style really well."

India

What

70s Sparkle Lurex Maxi Dress

Why

"This piece is so unique and funky! I think it's feminine with a bit of a fun side."

Adriene

What

1930s Hand Embroidered Piano Shawl
1920s Flapper Hand Fan

Why

"How could you not pick these items!? It's so unusual to find such rare pieces that are still in great condition. They have that true French bohemian style and classic glam."

Come into our store to check out all of these items and more!

Located at...

12 West Carver Street

Huntington, NY 11743

Visit our online store for more!

www.lotusvintage.com

Gypsy Jewels. Our Exclusive Redesigned Vintage Jewelry Collection

Did you know Lotus Vintage now has a jewelry line? Gypsy Jewels is our latest collaboration with our stylist, Mimma, who helped create these unique bracelets and necklaces. The line is a mixture of redesigned vintage and contemporary pieces. This jewelry has all the glamour and style of the 20s Great Gatsby era, but with a modern twist. Some of the pieces have a 20s and 30s feel, while others have more of a 70s boho / festival look with turquoise beads and cross necklaces.

Now available exclusively in our webstore

Gypsy Jewels photos by: Lauren Weissler

When she's not working on Gypsy Jewels, Mimma also has her own jewelry line, Sweet Freedom.

We caught up with Mimma to ask her about her latest creations...

How did you start making jewelry?
Initially I was searching for a creative outlet to express my style. I wanted to create a clothing line of my own and decided my passion was geared more towards jewelry. Eventually, with trial and error, Sweet Freedom basically came to be!

Where do you look for inspiration?
I find inspiration from all over. I get most of my ideas through Native American designs and the 70s hippie era. I especially love female rock stars and their looks, especially Stevie Nicks and Debbie Harry.

What’s your favorite piece from the Gypsy Jewels line?
My favorite piece is the Crescent Bib Necklace. I absolutely love statement pieces and that's a really cool bold necklace that makes one big statement!

How is Gypsy Jewels different from your own line?
Gypsy Jewels features redesigned vintage pieces whereas Sweet Freedom is a more modern throwback to bohemian style. Since Gypsy has actual authentic vintage pieces it has a more classic feel. Sweet Freedom, on the other hand, has a more tribal, ethnic and edgy vibe. Both lines are beautiful in their own unique way!

Girl Crush Wednesday: Drew Barrymore

Drew Barrymore is a style chameleon. Whether making friends with extra terrestrials or falling in love with Adam Sandler over and over again, she's been one of our favorite fashion icons for years. Here are some of her best looks: