GoodWood DC Taken From Expressions Realia

Throughout the day we did make our way to many of the cities most valued attractions: The White House, Treasury, Washington Monument, Museum for American Art & Portraiture, the list happily goes on. But while here it was a point of interest to explore what DC had to offer in terms of thrift shops. I was happy to know of some good people here in DC, that could point me in the right direction. Grant Harris, fellow writer at Image Granted lent me his recommendation of must visit shops.

What a great find. With Grant mentioning this shop was originally for mercantile and dry goods, I was a bit nervous at what I would find, with the time on our trip wearing thin. But he was correct, I saw quite a few clothing items there. It seems they are expanding their horizons, which proved to be good for us. I was able to scope out the space, seeing anything from vintage satchels, shoes, aftershave, cabinets, to stainless steel flasks. Everything was worn, but in the best way.

The aesthetic had no real rhyme or reason, as if one had climbed into an old attic, going on a search through anything and everything. I appreciated that casual feel of the space, for a thrift shop. A warm welcome as we came in, the folks were more than happy to assist, even modeling one of my potential purchases. Made for a good time.

This plaid tie cost a modest $12, a little higher than the shops back West, but worth it nonetheless. I was surprised upon purchase the clerk began packaging the tie in front of me, with great craftsmanship. Unexpected from a thrift shop, but this sort of gesture does not go unnoticed.

Overall a great experience with GoodWood and I’m glad to have stopped by.

→GoodWood
1428 U Street NW • Washington D.C., 20009
P:202-986-3640

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Off Book: Etsy Art & Culture

America has a long tradition of handmade arts and crafts. In the manufacturing age, however, much of this work was overshadowed by the homogenizing force of retail culture. But the passion for handmade arts didn’t disappear, and persisted through the years in local craft fairs. Now in the age of the internet, these local craft cultures and artists have found a unifying online community, Etsy, that provides a platform for communication and sales to appreciative fans and customers, as well as a medium to connect with each other and share ideas across the globe. 

WeJetSet is excited to present our latest effort within the Travel Chronicles Series. In the past we highlighted how travel shapes the talents, perspectives and experiences of creative people worldwide. And now we’re expanding our editorial direction to include the stories behind the creative spaces people visit when traveling.

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Dress Reconstruction: The Lemon Yellow Maxi

Found this sunny 70’s dress at the Value village on New Hampshire MONTHS ago.  I fell in love with the bishop sleeves and black contrast stitching. I wanted to make something that still possessed a retro vibe yet was relevant for today.  I took up the hem significantly to make a mini cocktail dress and removed the wide collar.  I decided to dye the dress a warm cantaloupe color that was still very bright (but not yellow, lol)  I added contrasted stitching at the bottom, as well as some dressier vintage buttons.  I also took in the sleeves a bit.

Decided to wear it at Fashion’s Night Out in DC this year while covering some events.  It was a hit! I even got my photo on the Washingtonian website which I was giddy as a school girl about cause I am easily excited, lol.

http://www.washingtonian.com/blogarticles/shopping/shoparound/20826.html

This is pretty suite.  When talking to her,  I didn’t realize what this dress was.   She was very proud when talking about about it.  Great job. 

Self Portraits (hence the blurriness).  Dress is an upcycled thrifted caftan.  Yes, that thing used to be a Mumu.  I essentially took the whole thing apart and draped it on a dummy.

I had the honor and pleasure of being drenched in the rain for fashion night out with this talented lady. 

Be sure to follow her over at lizzy-bet

Mr. Will Adams of Rake Style

Style Details:

Vintage Bally Shoes

Rank canvas Chinos

Paul Smith Eye wear

Watch Vintage 1960s rolex

Rake Button Down Shirt

Rake Structured Prototype  Silk, Linen, wool Jacket