Cacao I love this photo. It reminds me of an Edward Hopper painting, but with more life and joy.It also captures a moment that defines what I love about the vintage lifestyle. It was the end of ...
Okay, I am so sorry for the delay! Weve just photographed about as many new items as there are currently in the shop, and Im feeling a tad overwhelmed. The entries were wonderful!The winner of this f...
Its time.In fact, it is PAST time. Fab Gabs is a brand, and brands have logos! Im always envious of the logos of vintage shops that I admire, but Im afraid that graphic design is beyond me.Nike has t...
This is my cute 1934 home. Ive lived here for eight years. Four married, and just over four on my own, after getting divorced. You have probably noticed Ive been running a lot of sales recently. Well...
Sometimes, a gal has to clean house.In this case, I dont have room on the racks for all the items Im set to list over the next 10 days.So, out some of it has to go. At 50% OFF.Hurry, because Im runni...
So, since Vixen Vintage is being so great as to help me get new followers (due to the GIVEAWAY in progress) I figure I should give you something to read.Lets talk about my favorite kind of candy: Bak...
No one bothers to send you hate mail if youre a nobody. I got my very first one today, and hell, I hope it is the first of many, if it means that Im gaining the success and notoriety that I want for ...
This stunning dress sold in the summer of 2008. I purchased it from an amazing estate loaded with treasures the likes of which I have not seen since. This was, however, the crowning glory of the coll...
Ive been kinda drunk on praise recently, as the set improves, as I give my photographer more leeway, introduce new models to the shop. (Thank you, thank you please, dont stop)Most - not all - of you ...
I cant wait to post photos for you of the crazy over-packed car. Im terrified about how wrinkled everything will be when it is unpacked. There are 265 womens garments, 55 pairs of womens shoes, 25 ha...
Welcome to the new, slightly more professional world of Fab Gabs. A physical presence at trade shows. An actually active blog. And LAYAWAY. Yes, I know you've been waiting for it.Some very fabulous r...
Well, I've been back for a few days. As it happens, I forgot my camera - and so did Dave. (But all out clothes got there, organized in outfits, and that's what is REALLY important!) Because of that, ...
I frequently get a tad frustrated with my collection. The thing is, I spend so much time (and resources!) buying for the shop that in the last few years, I feel like my closet gets short shrift. That...
Yes, folks, it's true. Two separate events have spurred this fabulous first time event!A) I have seriously considered dual listing, and copying listings are a pain in the behind!B) I realized Viva La...
It was such a pleasure to have everyone participate in this contest! I'll be sending out an email today or tomorrow gathering your addresses if you wish to provide them - all participants will be get...
ROCKABILLY BEBE!But wait! Everyone who entered will get a little thank-you, too!More information and AND more photos from the last minute entries to be added tomorrow!Many, many thanks to all who par...
Gals, there's less than 48 hours left to enter! I've been so excited to see all the different ways gals wear their vintage - it has been really fun! These collections bring the collages current to wh...
I'm totally thrilled that such stylish gals are participating! It is great to know that wherever the prize lands, it will go to someone that will use and enjoy whatever they "buy!"Here's only some of...
I know, you won’t read anything past this, right? So what can you win? A $75 Fab Gabs Gift Certificate, a box of Valentine’s chocolates and grab-bag surprise! Not bad, eh? I wear vintage every. singl...
The Art of the Hat: Vintage Hats in a Modern EraBy Holly JacksonWhen you think of vintage, the first thing that comes to mind is hats. Katherine, Audrey, Ginger: they all wore them gloriously and wit...
This is the dress in my store that I want for Christmas more than ANYTHING else. (It doesn't fit.) And I realize, I probably shot a little high on the price... but I still want it, and can't quite br...
Although you wouldn't know it from the color, this shot was snapped by a photography student at an art show (see photos on back of wall.)It took me a long time to decide what to wear out to this even...
I love to be out hunting vintage. Well, I have to be out hunting. So it is a good thing I adore it. And I know - I KNOW there are other people out there, hunting the stuff at the same places I am. Bu...
To all the gals and guys - who I hope will someday "follow" me - I'm still figuring this out! BUT I have been working REALLY hard, and wanted to share with you. I've got a brand new model to add to m...
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