lookbook no. 3

Photos by Keegan Kapugal.

Retro on the Runway is finally upon us, and today we're showing the final lookbook in our series of photos featuring vintage garments from some of our participating boutiques. Photographer Keegan Kapugal finishes us off with his photos of models Chloe Reese and Payton Bridewell.

Chloe wears a vintage floral dress and sunglasses from Black Cherry Vintage and a bag from Cheap Thrills, while Payton sports a black halter dress from Mayapple Boutique and a jean jacket and black sunglasses from Grey Dog. Hair styled by Scarlett Howell at Metropolis Salon.

To get your hands on some of these items, please visit the participating shops.

meet the band: air loom

Air Loom's Dana Louise Idlet and Jackson Jennings.

TONIGHT! TONIGHT! Retro on the Runway is TONIGHT!
We couldn't be more excited to have local talent, Air Loom, performing at the show.

Air Loom is comprised of Jackson Jennings, a faculty member in the UA Biology department and Dana Louise Idlet, a former Fayetteville Underground artist who met through mutual friends and have been playing music together for a handful of years. They're a talented duo who we're thrilled to have playing throughout the event this evening. 

Give their Silver Stallion cover a listen below, and if you like what you hear, purchase their songs on iTunes and CD Baby and come see them at the show. See ya tonight!

Air Loom - Silver Stallion (Cover) from Ryan Mahoney on Vimeo.

Q&A: Black Cherry Vintage

Owner Leea Lee pictured in center.

For the final installment of our Q&A segment, we talk with vintage shop owner Leea Lee of Black Cherry Vintage to find out who she is and what she loves about being a shop owner in Northwest Arkansas. 

LET'S START BY HAVING YOUR INTRODUCE YOURSELF. WHO ARE THE FORCES BEHIND BLACK CHERRY VINTAGE?

My name is Leea Lee and I'm the owner of Black Cherry Vintage. Who helps me run my little baby? Well I'm glad you asked! I have a wonderful employee, Rebecca Simmons, and an a edgy intern, Taylor Burns. They're pretty much the heart and soul of this shindig. 

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BEING A SHOP OWNER IN FAYETTEVILLE?

I love that no matter where you look you see young ladies trying to stay on top of the newest fashion trends without changing who they are! I fell like Fayetteville has an open door policy with fashion and it's amazing to see so many passionate people who love and enjoy the same things. 

WHEN AND WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO OPEN BLACK CHERRY VINTAGE?

The Cherry is one year old. It's been my dream to own my own little vintage store and to be able to do it has been an even bigger dream!

IF YOU HAD TO PICK ONE STYLE, TREND, OR ITEM, WHAT WOULD YOU CONSIDER TO BE YOUR SPECIALTY?

I'm in love with edge, almost editorial looks for photo shoots. I'm not sure if I have a specialty. I love just trying stuff outside the fashion box. 

To keep up with Black Cherry Vintage on the web, follow along on Facebook and Instagram. To shop BCV locally, visit the shop located at 434 North College Ave. in Fayetteville. Store hours are Tuesday thru Friday noon- 6 p.m. and Saturday noon- 5 p.m.

To contact Black Cherry Vintage, call (479) 283-3844 or e-mail at blackcherryvintage1950@gmail.com.

Photos by Robert Crisp and Keegan Kapugal.

Q&A: Four-Legged Bird

Four-Legged Bird owners Keith Caudle, Jason Jones, and Robin Jones.

Another craft vendor that will be in attendance at Retro on the Runway is an awesome little boutique that specializes in handmade clothing, jewelry, artwork, decor, gifts, and more, and even a little bit of vintage too. Today we get to learn more about Four-Legged Bird!

LET'S START BY HAVING YOU INTRODUCE YOURSELF.

We are two guys, one girl, and a baby four-legged bird. Keith & Robin are the sibling fashionistas, sewers, and shopkeepers of this quartet. Jason, husband to Robin and brother-husband to Keith, is the local artist of the group. Believe me, he has a never-ending Honey-Do list. He specializes in T-shirt design, upcycled paintings, and shop renovations. The wood wall in the shop... that would be an artist Jason Jones masterpiece. And that baby bird... he represents all our one-of-a-kind fabulous artists in the shop.

Unique "flying literature" made by a local artist and available at Four-Legged Bird.

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT BEING A LOCAL SHOP OWNER IN FAYETTEVILLE?
We love this town! We are so happy to bring locally made products to local customers. In addition, we enjoy bringing regionally and nationally known indie craft artists to Fayetteville. The fun and funky gift market we've created has been well received by Fayetteville and Northwest Arkansas.

WHO IS YOUR IDEAL CUSTOMER?
Our ideal customer is someone who likes to have fun, is edgy, loves them some indie crafts, loves vintage, and loves the unique gift or product.

WHAT WOULD YOU CONSIDER TO BE YOUR SPECIALTY?
Trendy handmade goods.

A block print by local artists Perrodin Supply Co. available at Four-Legged Bird.

WHAT TREND CAN WE COUNT ON TO FIND AT YOUR STORE THIS FALL?
One-of-a-kind looks which combine handmade and vintage. As in the words of RuPaul, "charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent" is what you will find in our shop.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO ABOUT RETRO ON THE RUNWAY?
We can't wait to see some great looks from some fresh boutiques, meet new faces, and showcase our "shop love."

In addition to gifts, Four-Legged Bird also sells vintage and handmade clothing and accessories.

To keep up with the Four-Legged Bird on the web, follow them on their website, Facebook and Instagram. To shop Four-Legged Bird locally, stop by their boutique located at 275 S. Archibald Yell Blvd. in Fayetteville. Shop hours are Monday thru Saturday 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

To contact Four-Legged Bird call (479) 582-3687 or e-mail them at shopfourleggedbird@gmail.com.

Q&A: Trashley's Junk Emporium

Today we get to know Ashley Henry, owner of Trashley's Junk Emporium and we learn more about her interest in repurposing amazing vintage furniture.

PLEASE INTRODUCE YOURSELF.

I'm Ashley Henry, a 31 year-old Rogers native who has lived in Fayetteville for 10 years. I studied Art Education at the U of A. 

WHEN DID YOU OPEN YOUR SHOP?

I've been doing this for about seven years, but opened my store location in November 2012. It's funny because I started as all retail, but have now transformed into interior design and customization. My little shop has basically morphed into a show room with half the space now workshop! I love doing custom upholstery and painting. It allows me to give the client exactly what they want at a price they can afford.

Repurposed wood cabinet by Trashley's Junk Emporium.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT BEING A SHOP OWNER IN NORTHWEST ARKANSAS?
The support of our locals is amazing. Being a small business opening on a small budget means paid advertising is nil. My business is solely based on word of mouth and Facebook.

WHAT THINGS INSPIRE YOU MOST?
Color is my favorite part of the job. Color flows into patterns which flow into a whirlwind of ideas that flood into my head. That flutter you vintage fashionistas fell when you find a great piece is how I feel when I see an old scruffy piece of passed-over furniture and decor––pure excitement. Ugly, dirty and cheap makes my heart flutter! haha

Furniture and items from a recent sale. 

To keep up with Trashley's Junk Emporium, follow along on Facebook. To shop Trashley's Junk Emporium locally, visit the shop located at 546 West Center Street, Unit D in Fayetteville just off the Frisco Trail. Shop hours are Thursday and Friday 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

To contact Trashley's Junk Emporium call (479) 866-0262.

Q&A: The Striped Pig

The Striped Pig's storefront just off the Frisco Trail.

Just a couple of days until the big event! Today we're excited to talk with Denise Dearien, owner of The Striped Pig, about her interest in collecting and selling eclectic furniture and goodies from all eras.

LET'S START BY HAVING YOU INTRODUCE YOURSELF.
I'm Denise Dearien, owner of The Striped Pig and a true junker at heart! I love hunting for all things old, rusty, and chippy. Once I find them, I can hardly wait to get them to my shop to share the vintage happiness with all my wonderful customers.

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT BEING A LOCAL SHOP OWNER IN FAYETTEVILLE?
I love the camaraderie among the local shop owners. Everyone is so willing to send customers your way and support your business. That's the beauty of the heart of Fayetteville. It's made up of locally owned/small business.

 

Large antique trunk used as a coffee table.

WHO'S YOUR IDEAL CUSTOMER?
All customers! I love the ones that come in the shop right off the walking/bike trail. They always say "I'm just looking" but find something they can't live without. They ask "can you hold this while I go get my car and money?" Fun!

 IF YOU HAD TO PICK ON STYLE, TREND, OR ITEM, WHAT WOULD YOU CONSIDER TO BE YOUR SPECIALTY?
My husband and I love vintage/antique trunks, military boxes, and suitcases. We love making them into tables.

WHAT'S ONE TREND WE CAN COUNT ON THE FIND AT THE STRIPED PIG THIS FALL?
You will always find fun, unique pieces... items that tell a story and have history. I love that!.... oh and also, the candy dish will always be full!

 

Vintage trunks and suitcases repurposed into tables.

To keep up with The Striped Pig, follow along on Facebook and Instagram. To shop The Striped Pig locallly, visit them at 546 West Center Street in Fayetteville, just off the Frisco Trail. Store hours are Wednesday thru Friday 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. 

To contact The Striped Pig call (479) 443-2445 or email them at thestripedpig@aol.com

Q&A: EJ's Woodshop

Owner of EJ Woodshop, Elizabeth Scott.

Retro on the Runway is just a few days away, and today we had a chance to talk with yet another craft vendor who will be in attendance––Elizabeth Scott from EJ Woodshop. Read on to learn more about her journey into woodworking and learning how to craft one-of-a-kind furniture.

HELLO! START BY TELLING US WHO YOU ARE AND WHERE YOU'RE FROM.
I'm Elizabeth, owner and furniture maker of EJ Woodshop. Pharmacy student by day, wood work by night. I was born and raised in Northwest Arkansas.

WHEN DID YOU BEGIN CRAFTING AND HOW DID YOU GET INTO IT?
I started a little over two years ago. My house needed furniture and my brain needed a creative outlet. I killed two birds with one stone and ended up falling in love with the lumberyard, sawdust, and power tools.

Handcrafted wood Arkansas kale tree swing at the event.

WHAT KINDS OF THINGS INSPIRE YOU MOST?
Anything handmade, sincere, rustic and dirty. All kinds of woods. An original idea. A journey. The Ozarks.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT CRAFTING IN NORTHWEST ARKANSAS?
The people. There is so much love for the local artisan and craftsman. The creative community is so infectious and inherently Northwest Arkansas. What is there no to love?

Handcrafted wood bookshelf on casters.

ARE THERE SPECIFIC THINGS YOU ENJOY CREATING THE MOST?Wooden furniture that is modest and resilient. I love the simplicity and rawness of wood, and I'm passionate about the journey involved in taking an idea and drawing plans and constructing it into something tangible.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO ABOUT RETRO ON THE RUNWAY?
Collaborating with the NWA creative community that gives life to events such as this.

Handcrafted wood bar table.

To keep up with EJ's Woodshop follow along on Instagram. Also, be sure to stop by EJ Woodshop's booth at the event and sign up to win your very own handcrafted tree swing.