Saturday, December 13, 2014
Monday, November 24, 2014
Vintage Meet Modern Must Haves Greens and Golds
Dsquared2 stretch dress, $370 / Oscar de la Renta crystal shoes / Vintage Whiting and Davis Gold Mesh Art Deco Wristlet Purse Handbag... / Massive Starburst Brooch Peacock Colors Blue Green Clear Rhinestones... / Vintage CL Designs 14kt Vermeil Sterling Silver Checkerboard Faceted... / Emerald Green Oval Cabochon Earring by Jomaz Joseph Mazer Brothers
Vintage Meet Modern Must Haves Greens and Golds
Dsquared2 stretch dress, $370 / Oscar de la Renta crystal shoes / Vintage Whiting and Davis Gold Mesh Art Deco Wristlet Purse Handbag... / Massive Starburst Brooch Peacock Colors Blue Green Clear Rhinestones... / Vintage CL Designs 14kt Vermeil Sterling Silver Checkerboard Faceted... / Emerald Green Oval Cabochon Earring by Jomaz Joseph Mazer Brothers
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Holidaze Bazaar
This Saturday we will be hosting a small handmade and vintage open house in the Northwest suburbs. We will be joined by a few of our closest handmade and vintage friends, there will even be a Vintage Meet Modern fashion show stepping off at 12:30 pm. This will be a great opportunity to start your holiday shopping and supporting small businesses. Hope to see you this weekend.
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Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Mini Banana Bread Loaves
Ever buy just a few too many bananas or you forget that you bought bananas and by the time you remember they have started turning to the dark side? Well you're in luck, here's a gluten free banana bread recipe that is simple and delicious.
Recently, I've started baking in Pyrex mini fridgies instead of a large loaf pan because I can pop them out of the fridgie, into a Ziploc baggie and take along with me. It's the perfect amount for a one person snack in the morning with your coffee or to tide you over in the afternoon.
As always tt of course starts with the perfect piece of Pyrex....
Recently, I've started baking in Pyrex mini fridgies instead of a large loaf pan because I can pop them out of the fridgie, into a Ziploc baggie and take along with me. It's the perfect amount for a one person snack in the morning with your coffee or to tide you over in the afternoon.
As always tt of course starts with the perfect piece of Pyrex....
It's time for some Lovin' from the Junk in Da Trunk Oven
Gluten Free Lightened Up Banana Bread
(recipe courtesy of Skinny Taste. com)
Ingredients:
• 7 ripe medium bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce
• 2-1/2 cups Bob's Red Mill gluten free flour (all purpose or brown rice)
• 1-1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 4 tbsp butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar (unpacked)
• 4 large egg whites
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• baking spray
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray two 8x5 inch nonstick loaf pans with baking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt with a wire whisk. Set aside.
In a large bowl cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer. Add egg whites, bananas, apple sauce and vanilla, and beat at medium speed until thick. Scrape down sides of the bowl.
Add flour mixture, then blend at low speed until combined. Do not over mix.
Pour batter into loaf pans and bake on the center rack for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the pan cool at least 20 minutes to bring it to room temperature before slicing.
• 7 ripe medium bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce
• 2-1/2 cups Bob's Red Mill gluten free flour (all purpose or brown rice)
• 1-1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 4 tbsp butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar (unpacked)
• 4 large egg whites
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• baking spray
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray two 8x5 inch nonstick loaf pans with baking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt with a wire whisk. Set aside.
In a large bowl cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer. Add egg whites, bananas, apple sauce and vanilla, and beat at medium speed until thick. Scrape down sides of the bowl.
Add flour mixture, then blend at low speed until combined. Do not over mix.
Pour batter into loaf pans and bake on the center rack for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the pan cool at least 20 minutes to bring it to room temperature before slicing.
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Vintage Meet Modern Must Haves October 27, 2014
Vintage Meet Modern Must Haves October 27, 2014 by vintagemeetmodern featuring a high heels stilettos
ONLY loose sweater, $38 / Donna Karan cashmere wrap coat / ONLY faux leather skirt, $45 / Steve Madden high heels stiletto, $200 / VBH purple handbag / Rhinestone brooch / Vintage StarArt Sterling Silver 1950ss Floral by VintageMeetModern / Large Vintage Pear Shaped Marquise Rhinestone by VintageMeetModern / Vintage Silver Tone Oval Filigree and by VintageMeetModern on Etsy
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Fashion is a trend, Style is within a person: Oscar de la Renta
One of my fashion highlights of living in the treasure hunting world happened last year. When I go out on a hunt there are always a few elusive high end pieces that are on my wish list that I hope to someday stumble upon. Oscar de la Renta pieces were not on that list but when I came across this mint condition, vintage faux fur cropped jacket designed by him I couldn't just leave it. I tried it on and by some miracle it fit me. I had it cleaned and debated listing it, I haven't and now I've decided to keep it because I know it was a piece that he actually had a part in designing, and it's just so unique.
For fun, I searched Etsy to see what other sorts of Oscar de la Renta pieces were out there here's a sampling of what I found that flowed together into an outfit I would personally wear.
As The Lady and The Librarian posted on her facebook page on Tuesday, "May Oscar de la Renta rest in peace. His legacy of couture will continue to provide elegant, sophisticated pieces for generations to come".
Monday, October 20, 2014
Because I'm all about the Brooch....
Many women are intimidated and confused about how to rock a vintage brooch. I am often approached by women who say, "I inherited brooches from my grandmother but I'll never wear them" or they simple say...."Does anyone wear brooches anymore?" To which I answer, "Yes!"
And Fall is actually the perfect time to go glam with one...or maybe even a few.
Now that you are inspired, here are few pretties from our Etsy Shop to help you complete your perfect Vintage Meet Modern Look
And Fall is actually the perfect time to go glam with one...or maybe even a few.
Now that you are inspired, here are few pretties from our Etsy Shop to help you complete your perfect Vintage Meet Modern Look
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Crazy Crisp Apple Edition
Nothin' says fall like the smell of something yummy bakin' in the oven....Here at Trunk Nation we live for a slight chill in the air and the perfect Gluten Free Apple Crisp warming up our home,
So today I am sharing with you the perfect recipe for this fall favorite
It of course, starts with the perfect piece of Pink Pyrex....just the kind that reminds you of that someone special....maybe your Grammy or your Auntie...
It's time for some Lovin' from the Junk in Da Trunk Oven
Jade's Favorite Gluten Free Apple Crisp Recipe
(recipe courtesy of Martha Stewart Living)
Topping
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup light-brown sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 2 pounds sweet apples (about 5), such as Braeburn, McIntosh, or Gala, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 1/4 cup light-brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dried cherries
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1. Topping: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Pulse 1/2 cup oats in a food processor until coarsely ground. Transfer to a bowl and add remaining 1/2 cup oats, brown sugar, salt, and butter. Stir until combined.
2. Filling: Toss together filling ingredients in a bowl and transfer to a 9-inch-square baking dish. Sprinkle with topping. Cover with parchment-lined foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking until apples are tender and topping is golden brown, about 30 minutes more. Let cool slightly before serving.
Friday, October 17, 2014
The Friday Five ~Friday, October 17th, 2014
Vintage Oscar de la Renta 100 Silk Scarf by VintageMeetModern / Vintage Ring 10K Gold Orange Citrine Cluster by zephyrvintage / Vintage Hand Turned Mid Century Sleek Style Wood Vase by Sfuso / Pumpkin Orange Torsade 32 Strands Rhinestone by LadyandLibrarian / Midcentury Atomic Black and Gold Set of Four by junkindatrunkgirls
Friday, September 5, 2014
Come Out And Play At Renegade
This Saturday and Sunday from 11-6 we will be vending at the Vintage Bazaar at the Renegade Craft Fair in the Wicker Park Neighborhood of Chicago. Our booths will be located at the corner of Wolcott and Division, look for the teal silhouette and the blue tent with the furniture coming out of it. Hope to see you this weekend!
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Get to Know Us
Meet Veronica
Where do you live: Homer Glen, IL
What is your occupation: Own and run Vintage Meet Modern
Favorite store(s): Neiman Marcus, Anthropologie
What do you collect: Anything sparkly, Vintage Kitchen Scales, Cloisonne
What is your current obsession: Anything having to do with Paris
Guilty Pleasure: Caramel Sea Salt Gelato and watching the Property Brothers
What is your closet staple: Black Manolo Blahnik Heels, Boucle blazer and a statement necklace
What is your favorite color: Turquoise Blue
What is the most stylish city: Paris and Los Angeles
Who is your lifestyle icon: Jacqueline Kennedy
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Meet Jade
Where do you live: Chicago, IL
What is your occupation: Own and run Junk in da Trunk Girls Pre-Loved Vintage
Favorite store(s): Anthropologie, West Elm
What do you collect: Enid Collins Purses, Pyrex, Paint by Numbers
What is your current obsession: Entrepreneurial type books
What is your guilty pleasure: Anything on Bravo and LUSH bath bombs
What is your closet staple: Seven Jeans, t-shirt, cardigan, scarf/pashmina and a hat
What is your favorite color: Turquoise
What is the most stylish city: New York and San Francisco
Who is your lifestyle icon: Coco Chanel
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
#onthursdaysweshop
The internet has a pretty amazing way of bringing people together. On a warm September weekend, two vintage vendors, acquainted online, met by chance in person. Both were goal diggers and were selling at a two-day market in Wicker Park, Chicago. One polished and peddled the sparkly pretties, and the other washed and
dried the home goods and home decor. It was that moment of feeling like you just met someone you had known your entire life. Our lives were forever altered.
#onthursdaysweshop came about on a buying trip to a rural boutique. While waiting on a client at our buying appointment, we poked around the store and found a charming tea towel embroidered with the phrase, "Thursday, we shop". We of course had to take
a picture with the framed up towel for our social media outlets because, after all, it was
a Thursday, we were shopping, and, well, it
seemed like a perfect hashtag.
#onthursdayswehop is the thrill of collecting and exploring
our ever-changing personal style. It's fashion, it's home decor, it's our
relationships, it's our life....
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