Duchess of Downtown Tacoma

This week has been crazy for me, so I mean it personally when I say TGIF! This week we visit one of our favorite ART BUS stops, Nine Lives Vintage Wears. The owner Kristi has so many great clothes that I could have spent all day taking photos here but for the sake of practicality I only picked out a few of my favs. When you go, be sure to take note of the amazing artwork they also have for sale. Its just a cool place to go on 6th Ave period! Nine Lives Vintage Wear 3013 6th Ave, Ste A, Tacoma, WA.  Connect on Facebook   Floral print dress, perfect for summer. Lace black top This coat is very interesting to me because its actually made out of very light material. The perfect black dress with a little character. How no-one has snatched these up is beyond me. Locally made Glass earrings. Dragonfly Glass Earrings. Adorable black and white dress perfect for the office or a night out on the town.  Locally made necklace. Black and white l...

Where did all these spring showers come from?! Know what it makes me want to do? Shop online! Gaudy Girl Sales Visit Ruby Lane Shop on Craigslist Or Connect on Facebook for all the updates on items sales and more! This week Gaudy Girls Sales has some new additions that are must haves! Get your hands on them before I do! These chairs are so stinking rad. There's a set of orange and black and only $25 a piece. I know you owl lovers are drooling. How cute is this dresser/cabinet?! Modern shabby chic lovin right here and only $45. This Oriental Bed is fit for royalty! Le sigh. I know I featured this a few weeks ago, to be quite honest I'm surprised it's still available. It's fabulous! Happy Spending my thrift seekers! Don't forget to tell them the Duchess and her Ladies sent you. XoXo, Lady Jacqueline 

Happy Home Decor Tuesday y'all! Are ya ready to get your inner interior decorator on? We found lot's of great stuff this week that are definitely pin-worthy . Have fun! :)  By the way, are you a subscriber yet? If you like what we're doing here, be sure to subscribe to the blog by clicking on the vertical line on the upper right side of this screen and when the little menu pops out, click "Subscribe." Every time you do, an angel gets its wings so ring-a-ding-ding baby. Thank you! :)     Broadway's Best Antiques 742 Broadway St, Tacoma WA PH#253.617.3509 http://www.broadwaysbestantiques.com Connect on Facebook Black chair and footstool Antique oil cans Black and white chair Hanging light fixtures Square lamp Antique photo of Tacoma POSH HOME 2502 6th AVE., Tacoma, WA. http://www.poshhomedesigns.com Connect on Facebook Dressing table and mirror Globe Leopard print fur throw pillows Click to enlarge Lov...

OH, pretties for the house! All of our featured items are vintage, recreated and revamped by our Gaudy Girl, Sebrina Brown. Happy Shopping my Thrift Finders. Gaudy Girl Sales Connect on Facebook Find more goodies on Ruby Lane Wheel and Deal on Craigslist  With a fresh coat of black paint and snazzy green art deco fabric, this chair is ready for a new home. Pick up can be arranged in Tacoma. Check it out here. This beauty may be my favorite. Swanky silver paint and black and purple damask fabric add a regal class to this chair. Ooh lala, see more details here . Can you picture a pitcher of sangria on this bad boy? I sure can. Check out more details about this metal cart here . Tod Oldham's La-Z-Boy snap coffee table with a cherry veneer and lots of cubby space. This could be your coffee table. Details here . Vintage shopping doesn't have to be daunting or cost thousands of dollars. We made it a lot easier and thrifty I hope. XOXO, Lady Jacqueline

In downtown Tacoma you don't have to spend a lot to be fabulous and on trend. Here are a few places to check out and while you are there be sure to ask for the excellent advice of the spectacular staff. They would love to dress you up for any occasion. Tell them the Duchess sent you and they will take extra good care of you. UrbanXchange 1934 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, WA, 98402. (253) 572-2280 http://urbanxchangetacoma.tumblr.com/ Connect on Facebook 253 long sleeve Coach wedge sandals Sunglasses Bib necklaces Republic of 253 Retail Outlet 708 Market St #412 Tacoma, WA 98402 253.234.5745 Days/Hours: Fri-Sat 11am-6pm or by appt. Connect on Facebook 253 Heart Merchandise New retail store will now be open on Fridays and Saturdays. New Linda Danforth Design jewelry just arrived and custom 253 hoodies starting at 35.00! Store is located in The Roberson Condo's. Park behind the building in the alley, Court D. You will see Unit #412 on the ...

Since its late I decided to give you an extra big serving of unique home decor items. You won't find a wider selection or higher quality at any other store. Please enjoy and don't forget to tell your friends.   Broadway's Best Antiques 742 Broadway St, Tacoma WA Connect on Facebook PH#253.617.3509 http://www.broadwaysbestantiques.com Vintage vanity and matching stool Red silver lamp Western Saddle Barstool Side table and vintage chair Hero and Villain director's chairs Candy dispensing machine Copper pot with handle Marble bookends and matching clock Harp clock Clock and lamp This is a birthing chair. Can you think of any place worse to be in labor? Hope chest Vintage cat clock Vintage vinyl records Faux palm tree Seriously awesome large wooden room divider (and some other cool furniture) Your own score board. Winning! That's all I've got for today but next week I'm preparing a ...