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In keeping with the theme of unusual finds I've come across this summer, I wanted to share with you this opera cape that once belonged to Angelina Alioto, former first lady of San Francisco. I had the good fortune and great timing of showing up at one of my favorite thrift stores on "vintage day."   Angelina Genaro Alioto, matriarch of one of San Francisco’s most powerful political families, former first lady of San Francisco and divorced wife of ex-Mayor Joseph Alioto.   They squirrel away the best of their vintage donations all year in anticipation of this annual event. I wasn't initially aware that many of the gorgeous vintage dresses, coats, and furs belonged to the infamous Angelina Alioto.    In fact, it wasn't until I was at the register that I was informed of its provenance.  And then told this now legendary story about the former first lady of San Francisco...     Apparently nothing r...

A Fashion Show Presented by Gardenseed  Thursday, October 6th 6pm - 9:00pm For the first time in 16 years, Shopkeeper Robyn Robertson will be unveiling a curated collection of fabulous vintage attire that she's been passionately collecting over the past year.   She allowed me into the "back room" for a sneak peek at some of the offerings which will include purses, shoes and jewelry. Fashion Show starts at 7:00pm Plan on shopping, sipping and celebrating with  music, raffle prizes and sweet savories. Admission fee is $5.00 per person Advanced ticket sales available at Gardenseed.    It's a fabulous shop if you've never been, especially if you are a "girly girl", you won't want to leave! My Mom and I will be there and would love to meet you!!  Gardenseed 352 Hartz Avenue Danville, Ca. 94526 (925) 838-6481 NEW TREASURE JUST LISTED AT IL TUO TESORO

Next door to The Estate Sale Company is this amazing consignment clothing store. It's full of the most incredible selection of vintage items I've ever seen! From luggage to sunglasses, footwear, handbags, couture, designer, furs, swimwear, scarves, jewelry, accessories... for both men and women. It's stuffed to the rafters and well, pretty overwhelming to say the least. Love this photo!   Both Eddie & Jaithan did end up scoring some killer shoes! As you can imagine, E+J caused quite a stir in the desert! Their good looks didn't go unnoticed :) Eddie thought this couture number was pretty amazing. Love the feathers! I was on overload and just snapped photos without really taking time to check out the merchandise. We all agreed that this number had Charlotte Moss written all over it. Eddie found a rack of Trina Turk shorts and slacks for men. I love Jaithan's expression! After our long day we arrived back at the villa to meet up wit...