The Mad Men Remedy

October 1, 2011
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Are you having Mad Men withdrawals? Are you watching Netflix re-runs on instant queue wistfully longing for your Don Draper fix while drinking heavily and chain smoking? Or imagining that you are? Did you run to Banana Republic for the Mad Men Collection and start mixing martinis for mannequins?   Hold the phone! Until the season 5 premiere in March of 2012, we have the remedy...shop for true Mad Men fashion at the Alameda Point Vintage Fashion Faire at the O' Club. Get ready to knock them out with your style for the holidays in one of a kind looks for less. We'll have 3 ballrooms of top vintage from the 1960's to bring... Continue reading

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Tribal Tendencies

September 24, 2011
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Meryl Streep in "Out Of Africa"

Feel like taking a trip on an African safari but you don’t have the time or the budget? Shop the Alameda Point Antiques Faire and go native for less. Two months ago, it was almost as hot as the Sahara desert at the Point but that didn’t stop antique treasure hunters to come out in droves for their shopping fix, braving the record heat. Welcome to the jungle of the former jet runways where you can find plenty of options for the luxe-haute hippie vibe fit for any safari. Linen is the go-to fabric for the sweltering temperatures and a wide brimmed hat to protect your skin from the elements with SPF 50.  Channel Meryl Streep in “Out Of Africa” for... Continue reading

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August 2011 Featured Dealer ~ Mark Commins

September 3, 2011
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If you have want to look for treasures from the far East or African artifacts, look for Mark Commin's booth. He sets up a beautiful display and is very knowledgeable. Every month, he has a different booth location so check the Point magazine dealer directory or ask for him at the front office and our staff will gladly assist you.   Photos by Jara... Continue reading

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Frighteningly Fabulous Fashions

August 25, 2011
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Veronica Lake looking drop dead in leopard print

The fog rolls into the bay and the icy blonde with dark motives has her cash in hand waiting for first stab at the early buy. Will she get the accessory to the crime? The fall runway collections are an air of smoky lady-like, 1940’s film noir chic with tailoring right out of World War II. Go for vintage and find one of a kind glamorous fashion that designers are still inspired by today. Plan to play dress up with strong silhouettes & accessories. Head to holiday parties in glittering gold or candy-colored bijous, vintage furs & marabou jackets. Don’t forget your chapeau this fall to create the ultimate aura of mystery. Gloves are a... Continue reading

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Featured Dealer July 2011 ~ JunkGirls

August 3, 2011
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One girl's junk is another girl's treasure. July's featured dealers are the JunkGirls. In B21 every month at Alameda Point, you can find unique vintage creations by the dynamic duo Jenny K & Melissa. Their booth is a wonderland of decorative, imaginative items reworked using antique, vintage, found & recycled objects. Their booth features art that is functional and wearable. If you want that one-of-a-kind vintage object with special meaning, look no further...Feast your eyes on the treasures of these girls' junk!                   Look for... Continue reading

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Gone Swimmin’…Your forecast for summer: It’s going to be hot in Retro Swim Style.

August 3, 2011
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Here's my Vintage Style Solutions column in The Point from last month:   Rejoice, beach goers! Have you heard? It's officially summer! That means it’s bathing suit season, but fear not Faire goers. The retro trend is making waves. Look for flattering styles to fit every shape and size.  Designers have brought back the maillot, with its basic tunic shaped sheath design that offers coverage yet is still seductive. Swim skirts, ruching, fuller coverage, and wide straps all ensure you'll be glamorous and sexy—and with just the right amount of skin on display. The new swimsuits have updated functional fabrics but the originals had some... Continue reading

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