Weekend Recap

Here is the My Daily Vintage: Weekend Edition!

First, let me introduce the new face on my blog: my boyfriend, Mat.

Here's what Mat wore out Saturday. It's a pretty nice v-neck and has three stripes on each sleeve. We aren't sure of the brand, but the shirt is from the '70s.

What really makes the outfit, though, is his belt:

I can't even tell you how jealous I am of this belt. Had I beat him to it, it would have been mine. But it does look better on him. The Budweiser logo alternates with the text.

Sunday, Mat bought Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe for his PS3, and since we pretty much played it all day, we dressed for comfort (and slight hangovers).

1984 Detroit Tigers American League Champs t-shirt.

Batman t-shirt.

The Batman shirt is from a Taco Bell promo for the Michael Keaton Batman that came out in 1989. It's still in amazing condition. I was obviously repping for my favorite DC character. Which, can I just say, that game is so fun. Rent it if you have the chance or like fighting games. The graphics are amazing and the fighting is really fluid. It's pretty sweet.

Today we are heading out to some thrift stores, so hopefully I'll have some good finds to post this week. I am also on a mission for some cheap khakis, because I finally got a job!

For those of you who don't me, here's a quick back story:

I graduated from Michigan State in May with my B.A. in Professional Writing. Ideally, I want to get into book publishing and become an editor. Unfortunately, my job search hasn't been going anywhere. Since I'm pretty much out of money, and I have to start paying back my student loans next month, I've been applying everywhere. I finally got hired to work at a Starbucks at Target. It's seasonal for now, but hopefully I can stay on, and even if I can't, at least it's money for the holidays. Eventually I hope to get to San Francisco and break into publishing, but for the time being, I'm happy to work anywhere.

Well, that's about all for me. How was your weekend?

Don't Just Stand There, Hug Me!

Normally on Saturdays I'm decked out in Michigan State attire (alma mater!), but since there was no football game today, I changed things up a bit and wore this:

There really is no good reason for why I own this shirt. I just like it, and it's probably one of the most comfortable t-shirts I have. It's super soft and thin, and it just makes me feel good, which is nice on a rainy day like today. Shirt is from the '80s and the brand is Royal.

I'm also wearing this belt, which I thrifted:

It's brown leather with red roses.

I really love this belt, but I can't shake the problem I have of wearing a brown belt with black shoes. I tend to just throw on my black Adidas Dragons every time I'm heading out the door, and so I fall back on a plain white belt. I'm trying to wear this belt more, though. It really is beautiful in person, so sorry for the crappy picture quality!

If you're looking for a good sweatshirt for the winter, this Maine sweatshirt will soon be posted in our Etsy shop:

The graphic is printed on a vintage Gold's Gym sweatshirt.


I also want to share my new MOO cards! They just arrived today.

I couldn't wait to open the box. They turned out beautifully:


If you aren't familiar with MOO printing, you should definitely check them out. They print business cards, note cards, greeting cards, etc. What's great about them is that you can use a different graphic or design on each one for no additional cost. Not to mention, they are full color and printed on high-quality paper. I am very pleased with the results and can't wait to start handing these out!

I hope everyone's weekend is going well! I'm hoping to go see Quantum of Solace tomorrow. Let me know what your plans are! =)

Also, get ready for a new face/torso on my blog. My boyfriend has decided to get in on the action and share his insane collection of shirts with you. I say insane because I'm pretty sure he could wear a different shirt every day of the year. So, keep checking back for more vintage!

Accessory Post

I'm not feeling very well today, but I'm determined to keep up with my posts, so here goes!

It's rainy and grey here today, so I'm gravitating toward clothes that are comfortable and warm. I'm wearing an '80s Jerzees Daytona Beach t-shirt, which is somewhat generic but extremely soft and the perfect color grey. It's keeping me cozy under my sweater.


I am also wearing my new snake belt:


This belt is awesome. I couldn't pass it up. My only concern is that it will fall apart on me; I can tell it has been worn frequently in the past, and the leather is wearing thin. However, I'm going to try and get as much use out of it as I can!

Speaking of belts, here is one that will be put up in my Etsy shop:


Though probably more appropriate for yesterday's sequin-oriented post, this belt is fabulous. It has hook/eye style closures in the back and would look great with a cute dress or for a night out.

Another accessory that will be soon be in the shop is:

The Scardigan.

What is a scardigan? Pretty much exactly as it sounds: a cross between a scarf and a cardigan. This little number acts as a scarf, but buttons up the front and also has two front pockets.


Last but not least, even though they aren't vintage, as a lover of all things Etsy I'd like to post my most recent purchases:

The "I Love My Bike" ring

Tiger Cupcake brooch

Both are from Bonnie Rue at Model Citizen.
Check out her shop for much better pics.

That's all for now, but I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Also, TGIF! =)