October 2010
10 posts
Dovetail vs Urban Outfitters, Round 4: Cross...
Urban Outfitters: Gaudy, gothic, brass cross on velvet: $76 Dovetail: Gorgeous vintage enameled brass cross on long brass chain; made in France, $70. SOLD! Dovetail: 4;  Urban Outfitters: 0
Oct 18th
Dovetail vs Urban Outfitters, Round 3: Oversize...
Oversize ponchos with ethnic prints are all the rage for fall. But when it comes to trends, smart shoppers don’t invest precious rent money in fleeting trends. At Dovetail, our one-of-a-kind poncho is almost one-tenth the price of its mass-produced counterpart. Urban Outfitters: Poncho, $278 Dovetail: Authentic vintage poncho with attached scarf and fringe, $32. SOLD Dovetail: 3;...
Oct 18th
Dovetail vs Urban Outfitters, Round 2: Black...
Whoa, since when are UO bags more expensive than Coach bags?! Urban Outfitters: Swedish Hasbeens Satchel, $265 Dovetail: Vintage Leather Coach Satchel, $50 SOLD Dovetail: 2;  Urban Outfitters: 0
Oct 18th
Dovetail vs Urban Outfitters, Round 1: Olive...
Fashion is always recycling and reinterpreting the past, which is why at Dovetail, we look to the latest fashion trends before we hunt for our merchandise.  Being a modern vintage boutique, we focus on the vintage versions of modern styles (and we usually find higher-quality items at better prices). Now, let us show and tell! We’re starting a new series called Dovetail vs, where we pit our...
Oct 18th
Olive Juice
This olive-colored leather bag with adjustable strap and goldtone hardware is perfect for fall. Olive it! $40
Oct 15th
Vintage Chandelier Pendant Necklaces
We absolutely love these necklaces adorned with brass/glass vintage chandelier pendants. Each one is unique—one is light blue, the other a royal blue. We love the contrast between the rustic, aged brass and the sharp smoothness of the glass diamonds. Both are on long chains and would look great layered with a brass necklace by Laura Lombardi. $70 each. Update: BOTH SOLD!
Oct 14th
Calling All Size 5 Shoes!
50% off these shoes to anyone who can fit into them. The boots are black suede western style with studded bucking ponies. The flats are leather Ferragamos.
Oct 14th
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Teak Wood Furniture
We have a ton of luscious teak wood furniture at Dovetail. Our supplier has packed up shop, so what we have now is all we will ever have. We currently have two gorgeous benches, one of which is finished ($750) and the other is unfinished (pictured) $650. We also have one coffee table ($675). These would look great indoors or outdoors in either a residential or commercial space. Their organic...
Oct 14th
Brass Floral Lamp
We absolutely love this brass floor lamp. It holds three bulbs, has adjustable settings, and would look great next to your favorite reading chair. $175
Oct 14th
Traveling Bar Set
We just scored this amazingly convenient little traveling bar set. Be the life of the party when you open this seemingly boring tan vinyl case and wow your friends with flasks full of their favorite spirits.  This set comes with all the necessary utensils: shot glasses for measuring or shooting, a strainer, mixer, two flasks, and a cork screw. Your friends will thank you. $50 SOLD
Oct 14th