Cotton Candy Fairy Princess

After the past few days of seriously gloomy Chicago weather I decided to head to Yellow Jacket Vintage located at 2959 N. Lincoln Ave. for a little “vintage therapy” I can’t say that I’ve ever been there before but after doing my usual research and read so many good reviews I just had to see what all the fuss was about. In my experience with some vintage boutiques they seem to either be very picked over or they have a limited selection of quality items. That I was so thrilled to discover was not the case at Yellow Jacket.

I made a b-line for the accessories and found some really fantastic shoes, belts and handbags which are always a favorite then something on a nearby dress rack caught my eye. A stunning full length leopard print Lycra gown for $22.00! Now I know what your thinking…really Lycra leopard print, how absolutely horribly tacky, borderline trashy. Take into consideration for one moment that I do so love over-the-top everything and it’s definitely not something that everyone would wear but I was in fact shopping for myself. The cut was flawless and fit as if were were soul mates. I think it will look smashing with a very simple pair of strappy black stilettos, some layered chain medallions (since it has a plunging neckline) one of my black vintage fur jackets and a great “fashionjenn” clutch.

Okay, I know I just got way off track but the dress really is fabulous.

After pinching myself for a third time I scored a killer white woven bucket hat decorated with silk flowers, I totally plan on taking them off and replacing them with some huge vintage brooches I’ve collected add in a pair of huge old school sunglasses and you’ve got yourself one heck of a shopping trip!

I would also be amiss not to mention the wonderful girl who was working, she was so helpful! She seemed to size up my style right away and pulled all kinds of great outfits for me to try on.

Oh So Pretty in Pink

I left the store feeling like I had just found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow and I can say without a doubt that they have made me a loyal shopper for life.

The next time you are in the neighborhood stop by…you never know what you might find!

You can also find Yellow Jacket Vintage in Milwaukee, WI at 1237 E. Brady Street or at:http://www.myspace.com/yellowjacketvintage