Wednesday, February 10, 2010

CRV FEATURE on QUEENS OF VINTAGE :: Predicting 2010 Trends

we are B E Y O N D excited to announce that we are the cover feature on Queens of Vintage, which is considered the "daily global glossy for vintage lovers" . . . the VOGUE of vintage, if you will!

we were in talks with Queens' Editor in past weeks to put together a special feature in concert with NYC fashion week -- she asked us to forecast trends for 2010 through a special vintage lens -- and we were absolutely inclined to comply.

we spent weeks merchandising, looking at hi and lo culture and trends, and shot some of our fave looks and images, drawing upon our talented friend base with fantastic skills in photography, modeling, design and artistry.

the result: some incredible images for our 2010 Trends Lookbook

Cover, image 1, image 2, image 4 credits:
Styling by Club Revolver Vintage (CRV)
Make-up by KiKi L’Italien
Photography by Erin Steigerwalt
Image 3 credits:
Styling, make-up, & photography by CRV

Sunday, February 7, 2010

as cabin fever sets in . . .

during snowpocalypse 2010 in the greater DC area (add on the fact that it's superbowl sunday!), i found myself googling "Vintage Snow Princess" for fresh sources of visual inspiration for CRV.

lo and behold!! i was plunged directly into a world of VIRTUAL FANTASY DRESS-UP. while my husband dukes it out with his friends in fantasy sports leagues, i can take breaks in my online shopping excursions to indulge myself in mastering the talent of creating ensembles.

for your styling pleasure, i present to you:

Vintage Snow Princess

Outrageous Scene Kid

Ultimate Kimono Design

Korean Vintage Bride

Steampunk Fashion

my personal favorites,

Legendary Swordsman and Be Like Lady GaGa

aaaaand. . .  more amazing gems. hooooo boy!

Monday, January 25, 2010

sneak peek - special mystery shoot

we, the ladies of CRV, had a most fantastic specialized shoot over the weekend! after much work merchandising, we've been so excited with some new developments we have in store coming this late winter and spring. BUT! it's been soo hard not to spill the beans :( so, our strategy is to bury ourselves in inventorying, shooting, and listing!!

in the meantime, we wanted to bring you all a little taste of the fabulous things in store. here's a little of our 50s-flavored selection:

gorgeous 50s bright cobalt blue strapless cocktail dress with detailed black rope embroidery and beading

epic epic EPIC 50s baby blue tulle strapless gown with a boned, ruched body and polka dotted netting

Photography by CRV / Styling by CRV / Model: Lauren Pezzullo

we are SO in love!!! stay tuned . . .

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

new listing alert!

look out for a few new items that we're rolling out asap!

cowgirl leather mixed print vest $22


40s pinup red hammered satin dress $30


high society 80s two-in-one dress $34


gray 60s op-art sheath with geometric print $30


click on over to the shop and see what other styles we have in store for you!

we're processing a huge lot for late winter/early spring, so check back frequently.


Friday, January 15, 2010

40's hair envy :: Veronica Lake

inventor of the "peek-a-boo" hair we know and love so well, her looser interpretation of the 20s/30s tighter finger curls have us wanting more! we are completely enraptured with all things 40's, pinup, and film noir to get us through these bone-cold weathered months.