Spring Styling with Petrune

Style

Sure its still freezing in Ithaca, but with the upcoming spring breaks for both Cornell and IC, we can’t help dreaming of warmer weather.

We’ve recently received new shipments of spring-ready dresses, like this stunner from Tulle. At only $40, it’s a total steal! Lauren paired this dress with 1960s red cat-eye sunglasses, a red woven purse from the 1970s and red pumps from the 1980s.

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We’ve also been busy searching for one of our favorite vintage staples for spring: 1950s sundresses. This sherbet-striped number hits right above the knee, perfect for edging into spring and summer. It’s shown with AJ Morgan sunglasses, one of our new One Swell Gal printed totes, and a collection of vintage bakelite bangles.

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For rainy days, we suggest one of our new Tulle raincoats ($85). Isn’t the lining beautiful? We love how it looks with a 1970s crochet knit top, BB Dakota leggings and 1970s Gucci flats.

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For a more casual look that will still keep away the spring chill, we’ve paired a green 1970s sweater dress with a classic light washed Levi’s jean jacket.

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We love the idea of longer skirts for spring, and this 1940s mid-calf, pleated beauty is the perfect example. Here its shown with an Alternative Apparel lightweight distressed blouse (on sale for $40!), a square 1950s tapestry clutch, and auburn leather 1980s pumps.

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Be sure to check back or stop in for more sale news, styling advice and event updates as we swing into spring.

This Just In

1920-1930, 1930-1940, Beautiful Things


Petrune has acquired simply beautiful pieces from the 1920s, 30s and 40s. Here’s a quick peak at one of our favorites, a beaded silk blouse from the early 1930s.

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DSC00864_2The glass beading is in nearly perfect condition.

DSC00866Incredible wristlet detail!

What a perfect gift for any vintage lover. Be sure to come into the Holiday Store to see the rest of our new treasures.

A Vintage Halloween

Special Events

No Halloween costume yet? No problem! We know how hard it can be to find the perfect disguise, especially when most stores only offer dime-a-dozen choices.

For the next few weeks, look to Petrune both in-store and online for beautifully individual vintage costume ideas. Our first option comes from the popular childrens books, “Where’s Waldo?

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Where's Waldo

Can you find her?

Where's Waldo!

Vonderful!

Red and White Striped 80’s dress: $24 (size M/L)

Brown 80’s Pumps: $18 (size 8.5)

Round Sunglasses: $15 or 2 for $25

Vintage Scarves: $4 each

Sufferjets “Women in movement” Art Show

Art Show

Ithaca’s roller derby team, the Sufferjets, are hosting a juried art exhibition titled “Women in Movement,” in the gallery upstairs at Petrune.  The show opens Friday,  Sept. 4, and will run until Oct. 15, 2009.  Come check out this terrific exhibition.  Visit on Gallery Night,  6:00-8:00, October 10, to meet artists and skaters.
Sufferjets Roller Derby Team, Art Show