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a wild tonic
www.awildtonic.blogspot.com
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Hi there. I'm Lauren and I sell vintage on Etsy. I love photography, organizing, pizza, office supplies, yard sales, Arnold Palmers, and traveling. This is my blog. Follow me on Twitter. Thanks for stopping by!
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new print collection!

The A Wild Tonic print shop has expanded! I created ten more upcycled map prints over the last few weeks and they are finally all in the shop! Hooray! Which is your favorite? Im partial to the first,...

12 h ago

analog photography.

Heres a few photo scans from the last couple of weeks. 1 • Kim, me, and Amy at a park in Somerville 2 • A crazy-awesome flamingo robe from Target 3 • Kelly and Frank pinballin at Jay and Jellies wedd...

20 h ago

polaroid impulse/impossibl e film giveaway winner!

Many thanks to all the entrants in the latest wild giveaway! Click over to the Polaroid Impulse and Impossible Project film giveaway to see if you are the winner!

1 day ago

my favorite fragrances.

Chance by Chanel. My best friend, Kim, introduced me to Chance when we were in high school. This perfume has become my go-to going-out scent. I wear it almost exclusively when Im going to parties, ba...

1 day ago

seeking: relief from the heat!

The weather in New Jersey lately has been so hot and so muggy. I imagine this is what a rainforest feels like. Im sad that poor Amys visit coincided with 90 degree weather, and my pool wasnt even rea...

2 days ago

music monday: Drake - "The Motto"

I know my music monday posts are generally "vintage" songs, specifically classic rock. Forgive me for straying from the norm, but this week I just had to post what I like to call "the yol...

2 days ago

the little slide dress.

This Little Slide Dress is one of the coolest things Ive seen in a while. From Emily Steels Behance page.. The Little Slide Dress is a modern take on the classic Little Black Dress. It uses modern te...

5 days ago

looks good with..

Happy Memorial Day Weekend to all my American friends! This special edition of "looks good with.." is a salute to all nations but mostly America (two points for anyone who got that reference)...

6 days ago

its officially summer.

I got my first mosquito bites of the year last night!

24 may 12

seaside stripes.

This is what I wore to Jay and Jellies wedding, which I posted about yesterday. Although half of the celebration took place in a rural setting (where these photos were taken), the evening was set in ...

23 may 12

jay and jellies wedding!

A few weekends ago, I was lucky enough to celebrate the wedding of two of my best and oldest friends, Jason and Anjelica. Everything was beyond perfect and everyone had such a great time. Where to be...

23 may 12

three sleeps until..

...I get to hang out with these broads (Amy of Vanagon Champion and Maria of Little Tree Vintage) all weekend. Amy is coming to Jersey, and Maria and I have so many fun places to take her. I cannot w...

22 may 12

music monday: The Moody Blues - "Lovely To See You"

Hey, friends! What a crazy week its been. The last few days have been full of late nights, full days at the internship, early mornings, and a very small focus on A Wild Tonic. Last night, Frank came ...

21 may 12

print shop preview!

New prints coming to the shop soon..

19 may 12

grand canyon wanderlust.

Frank and I have been very up-in-the-air about our next vacation. The trouble with us is that we both want to go everywhere, and end up going nowhere because were too overwhelmed with choices. Its ki...

17 may 12

anniversary presents.

I hate to sound like a braggart, but I just have to share the presents that Frank got me for our anniversary a few weeks ago. Sorry! He went to a rummage sale run by the VNAA (Visiting Nurse Associat...

16 may 12

my vintage work station • phase one.

As some of you may know, I live at home with my parents and younger sister. Im very fortunate that my parents are generous enough to let me stay at home and save money (thanks Mom and Dad!), but I on...

15 may 12

shop preview • may 15th

Heres a preview of some new items which are coming to the shop later today! If you have any questions or if youd like to reserve an item, email me at awildtonic@gmail.com for more information.

15 may 12

my new babies (vintage shoes).

I found these beauties in Goodwill a few weeks ago and couldnt leave them. Im in love. I actually wore the red ones to the wedding of two close friends on Saturday! The weather was sunny and clear, a...

14 may 12 1 person likes this

music monday: Creedence Clearwater Revival - "Feelin Blue"

14 may 12

a wild giveaway • win a polaroid impulse camera and a pack of impossible film!

Good morning, friends! I have a really fun giveaway for my darling readers today. Up for grabs is a Polaroid Impulse Instant Camera and one pack of Impossible Project PX 680 Color Shade Gold Edition ...

11 may 12 1 person likes this

how-to • five tips for excellent customer service on etsy.

Running an Etsy shop and working at my internship have taught me a lot about customer service. Today I have a few tips to share with you, whether youre just starting a shop or just need a customer se...

10 may 12

solid gold.

Tuesday night, I met up with Frank in one of my favorite places, Downtown Somerville. We walked around and talked a bit about my future plans. Frank is really helpful and totally boosts my confidence...

10 may 12

striped.

These photos are from days ago, April 30th to be exact. "Daily outfit," indeed. v-neck: American Apparel | cardigan: Target | jeans: Gap | purse: Forever 21 sneakers: Urban Outfitters | jewel...

09 may 12

three years.

Saturday marked the third anniversary of when Frank and I started dating! Every year, we usually celebrate by going to the carnival and eating at the Ruby Tuesday that we went to on our first "da...

08 may 12

music monday: Steve Miller Band - "Jet Airliner"

I cant get enough of this song.

07 may 12

summer lovin.

summer lovin. by awildtonic featuring zara shoes Zara shoes, $50 Shoulder bag, $75 Chain jewelry, $13 Topshop neon cocktail dress A little neon for Cinco de Mayo. Have a marg for me today! ;)

05 may 12

may the fourth be with you.

...I had to! Happy Star Wars Day! Image source.

05 may 12 1 person likes this

sponsor spotlight • pussycat vintage

Introducing my sponsor, Nicole of Pussycat Vintage! Enjoy! Get info on sponsoring A Wild Tonic here. A bit about Nicole: Hi! Im Nicole, owner of Pussycat Vintage shop and blog! I am mama to my wonder...

05 may 12 1 person likes this

vintage prom dresses and graduation dresses from a wild tonic!

Its that time of year again! Prom, graduation, and grad parties are happening as we speak. Why not celebrate in a beautiful and unique vintage dress? All these pretties are available now in the shop ...

03 may 12

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