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25
Estella Vitae.
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Estella Vitae is what Anthropologie might be if it was still cool. Scratch that. Estella Vitae stands alone as a fab, fab shop full of fab, fab stuff. Just off King on Society Street, you could miss it if you weren’t paying attention, which makes it feel like a secret. It isn’t a secret, but still. There is no sign, just the name on the door.
The Shop Tart didn’t have time to go to Estella Vitae, really. Her eight-year old son had been more than patient while she tried on bra after embarrassing bra at the Bits of Lace sale. Her husband was already back home in Columbia, with two children suffering from post-vacation lag and a bunch of suitcases that needed unpacking*. But how could she pass by those shorts? And the fab yellow blouse? The jaunty scarf? And the belt? Oh, the belt. She had to know what was beyond the door. Had to!
As it happened, the eight-year old was riveted. There were three floors, several rooms and lots of weird stuff for him to explore. He spent a great deal of time on the floor examining a box of old wine keys. In fact, he was so riveted, he failed to notice the vintage Playboy magazine on the settee not six feet away. The shop is a brilliant mix of modern and vintage, from furniture to clothing. And shoes! Loved these ballet flats in every color.
And John Fleuvogs. The Shop Tart has loved them since college. Look at them. Mad chic and comfortable, too.
Owner Ginger Evans reworks vintage slips into gorgeous creations. Some of them could be worn as dresses. The Shop Tart is a little too old for such a thing, but she was tempted. She’s actually kicking herself for not snapping this one up, even if she only wore it at home. The mermaids!
When you go - and you will - plan to spend a lot of time, so you don’t miss the little things, like these cuff bracelets, made from ties and buttons.
And can we all go “SQUEEEEE” over this lamp? Can the Shop Tart have it for her fantasy dressing room? The one with a full bar and open shelves for each and every one of her handbags?
And the vintage jumpsuit with matching jacket? Oui? Oui!
This bracelet, found in an open jewelry box with other vintage pieces, is gorgeous. The Shop Tart likes to think Alexis Bittar saw it and was inspired to create his retro cuff.
Love these!
One more? Just one more. The Shop Tart would like to have a tea party, just for these plates.
If you, like the Shop Tart, want to see more, do take a look at the rest of her photos. And do go to Estella Vitae next time you’re in Charleston.
Shop Tart Tip: Kicks is closing…from July 1st to 4th for painting. What does this mean for you? The shoes have to go. The first sale pair you buy will be 40% off and all additional sale purchases will be 50% off, starting tomorrow. Hooray!
Happy Shopping and don’t forget to tell them you read it on the Shop Tart!
* Incidentally, the Shop Tart’s still-full suitcase is on her bedroom floor. She got home on Saturday. She is a slacker. But she made a rule: She is only allowed to wear clothes out of the suitcase, so it will get be unpacked in no time.
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My jaw was hanging open the entire time I read this post. What a great store!! Can’t wait to check it out.
thanks for sharing…definitely my dream shop…lowry beall posted this on facebook. i do not get out as often as i used to…so, i really appreciate her posting it as well as the existence of your shop. i have come across plenty of shops like this around NY or in new england.
if you have a email list, i would love to be added to it.
thank you!
I ordered some Fluevogs by phone. Can’t wait to go in next time I’m on va-kay there!