Vindicated Vintage

There’s something about “vintage” clothing that is timeless. Oh, How I loathe when I ask someone “Where did you buy that piece?” And they simply reply, “Oh this? Oh it’s vintage.” Sometimes, I wish I had a time traveling machine so I can go back and buy a piece. Vintage clothing is rare pieces in one’s wardrobe that you treat like “fine china”. You only take it out when you trying to impress your guest. Kansas City is not known for its “vintage” attire. We aren’t like the streets of New York or California where it’s more common. So in my quest to add those rare and unique pieces to my wardrobe, I did the only thing a modern busy mom would do. “Google” Yes, that’s right… I goggled and searched the cyberspace for store’s who sold vintage clothing that would conquer my quest to find “one of a kind” vintage pieces. To my surprise, my search at first valiant seemed to be going towards hopelessness. That is when I met “Donna”; well by met I mean found her site: P Donna’s Dress shop planted in the heart of midtown KC was so authentic. So I called the store and arranged to meet up with Donna herself and asked if I could blog about her store. She politely answered, “Yes”. And we set up a time to meet. Fast-forward, all day at work I thought… Today’s the day that I get to experience true vintage shopping. I could hardly contain myself. Upon entering the shop, I noticed the window display had old time writing and two words that just made me smile. Those words were “vintage” and “new“. I quickly entered and met Donna (the shop owner). She was dressed from head to toe in a 1940’s-1950’s style, her hair was up in a beehive hair-do and she had flawless skin and a pop of cherry red lipstick. She wore a pair of black cat eye glasses and an adorable step ford wives’ dress. The shop had such a happy vibe, which made me want to shout out the Mary Tyler Moore’s show theme song, “Were going to make it after all!” But not being one to embarrass myself I did no such thing. Donna’s selection was AAA—mazing! She has everything from wing-tip shoes, beautiful jewelry, and one of a kind to modern inspired vintage clothing as well. Everything I picked up whispered to me, “Take me home, wouldn’t I look good on you?” It was like I was in a Pier One commercial, but only this was a clothing store. The price points were dead on for today’s economy, nothing was really over $100. And for those few items that were over $100, well worth the price especially if you desire one of a kind items to wear to an event. The best thing about Donna’s Dress Shop is that she does not *mass* purchase. So can securely go to an event or out knowing “no” one will have your outfit. My recommendation is to stop by her store, but if you live out-of-town. You can check out her Facebook page below as they post new items 4 times a day and they will ship it to you as well. Below you will find an interview and clothing from the store, Go in and get inspired! Plus, Donna’s Dress Shop is having a Memorial Day Sale this coming weekend, so if you are like me looking to embark on adding vintage pieces to your closet this would be the time to shop. Chao Bella, FPKC