(some of my newest vintage finds)
To market to market! This past weekend I went to the Long Beach Antique Market, and while it isn't as large as the Rosebowl Flea Market & Swap Meet, I adore it just the same. While Rosebowl has the biggest selection for vintage clothing that I've seen locally, I think I usually find more vintage jewelry at Long Beach. I picked up 2 new rings, 2 necklaces, a vintage seiko watch, and 2 shirts (not pictured). Not too shabby eh?
I'm pretty crazy about this blue and gold ring. It's a great funky little piece for my ever-growing collection. Watches have also been one of my latest obsessions. I'm loving watches of all sizes, shapes, and colors and have been wanting to get several new ones so I was very happy to find this dainty vintage Seiko watch. It's in perfect working condition, and it's one of the old fashioned type that you crank yourself (which I find very charming).
My husband found this one. He has a thing for goats (long story) so he showed this to me as kind of a joke, but I thought it was fun and decided to go for it.
It was a beautiful summery day and after our morning of hunting we were able to make it over to Zov's in time for their fantastic brunch (best melt-in-your-mouth pancakes ever). I really love this place; a local mom & pop type with great Mediterranean dishes. Afterwards we headed back home to play and BBQ by the pool. I just love those kind of relaxing summer days. :)
In other exciting flea market news - I'm very very amped that next month (on July 18th) the new LA Flea Market opens at Dodgers Stadium! You can guarantee I will be there to check it out. It is supposed to be large like the Rosebowl, but have even more and better food. Per the LA Times "The monthly market will try to distinguish itself as more than just a place to shop. With 500 vendors, gourmet food trucks and live entertainment, it promises to be an event." And the general admission is only $5, affordable for all. Sounds like something worth putting on your calendar if you like this sort of thing. Here is the official website if you want to check it out (click here), I'd love to see you there. :)
Rendering via LA Flea Market.
Hope you all had great weekends, and happy Summer Solstice to you all.
xox,
Bre
I wish I lived closer! That would be amazing. You found such cute things!
ReplyDeletei love all your pretty flea market finds! wish i was closer--i'd SO be meeting up with you :)
ReplyDeletewhat great finds!! I really love those rings :)
ReplyDeleteps. Thank you SO much Bre for your nice comment!! It really means a lot to me. You have a really great etsy shop!!! I absolutely love your pillows, ottomans, clocks and vintage pieces :) They have great style!!
You are such a cute dresser! I'm a big fan of all things vintage and retro! Great jewelry finds too!
ReplyDeletebeautiful jewelry finds! you have a great eye. this blog is really precious, i'm glad i dropped by! xoxo
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful finds, darling...You have the best eye for finding great items...Kissse and have a great Tuesday!!!
ReplyDeleteAdorable rings! Great find! xo
ReplyDeleteI've been to LA, LB, etc dozens of times, but never made it to a flea market. I MUST get to one next time.
ReplyDeleteI love all your finds! I've been to the LB market and got some great pillow covers there once, as well as a sick rug. It really is a little hidden treasure.
ReplyDeleteI cannot believe you scored that great jewelry. The blue ring is beautiful and the goat is hilarious. It'll always be fun to wear both of those and it will evoke a great memory of your day too. Awesome.
ps - yes it seems we do live kinda close together! fun!! (i live in the shore - so you were right in my area)
That blue and gold ring is a fabulous find. My mom had a very similar gold Seiko watch. I used to beg her to let me wear it whenever I would play dress up!
ReplyDeleteThat flea market is huge!! I wish we had something like that around here...our flea markets are pretty weak lol.
ReplyDeleteGreat finds!!
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You look so lovely!
ReplyDeleteI love your necklace!
Anna*Sheisagnie
www.makemesomenoise.blogspot.com
I LOVE vintage jewelry. Yous is absolutely stunning!
ReplyDeletexo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com
You have such fantastic jewelry! i would kill for any of those pieces!
ReplyDeleteGreat post, I LOVE vintage shopping. I just went this weekend and found so many amazing pieces. CANNOT WAIT to share them all :)
ReplyDeletexo Lynzy
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PS. now following you on bloglovin' <3
ReplyDeletexo Lynzy
http;//fromskirtstoskillets.blogspot.com
Your finds are awesome. I love every single piece!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat finds! I didn't hear about the LA flea market until now...a trip to LA should be planned right away! :)
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