If there was an effort to move away from the trappings of fast fashion, consumers have quite a few options in Salt Lake City’s many thrift shops. In Utah, there is a strong buy local movement, and many consumers go out of their way to shop at local stores. “I think Utah’s pretty good on that, honestly,” says Kristin Thomas of Cosmic Wolf Vintage. "I was actually surprised … [Read more...]
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Find Nostalgia and Style at Cosmic Wolf Vintage
Cosmic Wolf Vintage is a vintage shop founded by Kristin Thomas in 2011. It’s located on the second floor of Unhinged in Sugar House (2165 Highland Drive). Thomas’ interest in selling vintage clothing is heavily influenced by the music of the ‘60s and ‘70s. “The biggest thing for me is the music,” says Thomas. “I feel like the music inspired me with the clothing and the … [Read more...]
Deep Into the Grooves – Vinyl Records
When you drop a needle onto a vinyl record, you bear witness to an experience that requires a conscious participation. Record collecting is a culture that invites people from all walks of life to enjoy music on a readily reliable format. It is for the casual listener, and of course for those who actively seek out deep and obscure cuts of music. Records have seen a renewed … [Read more...]
Crow Ella’s Vintage Shop
Vintage candles, ornate lamps, high-end furniture, or a Three Stooges cookie jar? For those seeking novel home decor, Crow Ella’s Vintage Shop carries a collection of unique and antique items. A former engineer for a large corporation, Kathy Robison and her husband, Dan, decided in 2014 that the time had finally arrived for them to pursue their lifelong dream. The couple now … [Read more...]
The Souvenirs: Vintage Country Trio
“Good things come in threes” has never sounded better than the absolutely captivating three-part harmony sung by The Souvenirs. Their new album, debuting in late August, is a must have for anyone who sincerely loves classic country. Marie (guitar/vocalist), Kiki, (bass/vocalist) and Corinne (fiddle/vocalist), former members of the Folka Dots, are now The Souvenirs, an … [Read more...]
Vintage Style at Retro Betty
Pillbox hats, dainty gloves, snappy suits. “People walk in here,” Retro Betty owner Amanda Parrish says, “ and it puts them in a good mood.” Simply the splashes of brightly-colored merchandise could elevate a shopper’s mood, but there’s something more that attracts people to Retro Betty’s mix of authentic, plus modern, nod-to-an-era merchandise. As Amanda points out, after … [Read more...]
Salt Lake Vintage Flea Market & Auction
Locals love venturing to the nearby flea market to discover hidden treasures or locate long sought-after collectibles. Living in the Utah’s multi-weathered climate, however, means that such a venture is available for only half the year. In March 2013, couple Emy Malotas and Will Dator decided to change that. After being vendors at several flea markets themselves, they then … [Read more...]
Vintage Airstream Restorations
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Where to Find Vegan Replicas of Your Favorite Candy Bars in Murray, Utah
Chef Felicia Holmberg (“Chef Fee”) revolutionized Salt Lake’s vegan scene with a Facebook post selling candy. Soon after, she was meeting customers in parking lots, peddling her version of Snickers, called Snix, or “vegan crack”, she jokes. Made with nougat, caramel, and salted peanuts dipped in semi-sweet chocolate, her vegan candy bars created a cult following. Twelve cars … [Read more...]
Exploring Ghost Towns Royal & Cisco near Moab, Utah
In the frontier days of the American West, industries rose and fell in arcs spanning just a few decades, sometimes launching communities that endured, and sometimes sprouting small towns and settlements that faded quickly away, leaving only scattered remnants. Many lonely corners of Utah harbor sites of these former communities. Royal and Cisco are two such decrepit and … [Read more...]