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remember elle (previously seen here)? well, she just so happens to be an intern at a local vintage and consignment store, peacock chic boutique, and she mentioned that i should stop by sometime. having finally gotten the majority of my heavy school assignments out of the way, i swung by today and met the two lovely co-owners (and sisters), marija and afrodita durlov. they were gracious enough to let me take pictures of the store (and even some merchandise) to share with you...
a gorgeous two-piece ensemble from the sixties. i literally saw it and said, "that's grace kelly."
one of my favourites... a long-sleeved wool and fringe mini dress.
a mustard yellow cocktail dress. i have decided i need this.
a collection of cameo pins.
elle in a riding cape and attaché case.
a swirly floor-length butterfly skirt.
before leaving, i got a chance to talk to the durlov sisters about their philosophy on vintage clothing... "we aim to give people unique clothing options at any budget. we carry items from $2 to $300. we believe in recycling, in a new take on vintage... mixing vintage with modern. really, you don't want to look like you stepped out of a time machine and you don't want to be a spokesperson for any one look. we really believe in personal style over complete style."
owners afrodita and marija, with elle (center).
although i didn't have much time for shopping today, there are definitely a couple pieces i can't wait to go back and claim. everyone was so nice, and the shop was impeccable and très mignon. my experience today was wonderful... thanks so much marija and afrodita!
peacock chic boutique
850 king st. w, hamilton
1.289.396.0978
www.facebook.com/peacockchic
www.twitter.com/peacockchic
open tuesday to saturday, 10am-6pm
You should try coming up with your own ideas instead of stealing posts from Beaux Mondes.
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize that if something was featured in Beaux Mondes it wasn't allowed to be featured anywhere else.
ReplyDeleteCouth; acquire some. (In response to the first post made)
ReplyDeletethis post is great! regardless of who did it first i think its fantastic to see that you're supporting the ventures of mac students outside the school walls. hamiltons a small town. the more people we have talking about it, the more people can appreciate it for what its worth.
ReplyDeleteso March 24 9:58PM, thanks for your support, and if you didn't notice, it says that elle asked her to come in. its good press for the store and its good networking.
Instead of being cynical, why don't we celebrate local business and celebrate the various people who bring them to our attention both locally and globally. I think this article is well done and the store looks amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat post! Great shop!
ReplyDeleteThis is such an incredible post Liz! Keep up the fantastic work... I'm glad you featured this place because I've always been interested in it. You're the best!
ReplyDeleteLove ur shop it's gorgeous....
ReplyDeleteI'm soo proud of you Marija
great post! i don't read beaux mondes, so i wouldn't have found this store without you.
ReplyDeletedear first person, you're right. as we all know, restaurants, movies, music, stores, attractions, designers etc. have NEVER been reviewed more than once. never.
Firstly, love your site! I'd been searching for more information on consignment and vintage stores in Hamilton and this was such a great find!
ReplyDeleteSecondly, I've been following a number of Hamilton blogs recently and noticed that some of the same spots are being covered by each of them and really, honestly, what does not matter is who covered it first, but the voice that shares the experience. One of my favourite vloggers says it best in this video here: http://youtu.be/Pawk5zHVl14
Take care!
- K.
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