First things first- Who am I?
My name is Alice and I live in Atlanta. I am a 25 year old female and I work at a women's clothing boutique in Brookhaven as an assistant manager. I live in the Edgewood/Kirkwood area of Atlanta and grew up in Decatur.
What is this blog about?
This blog is not about me but it is promoting something that I love: Vintage clothing and accessories. I started an etsy account, Hanger Threads, where I sell vintage clothing and accessories that I have handpicked and selected to share to the world (er...etsy world).
How did I get started?
The day I decided to start selling vintage clothing on etsy, I was going through my closets and realized how many pieces I have that I have never worn. I felt like it was selfish of me to keep these amazing pieces just to look at. I wanted to find good and loving homes for each and every item so...etsy was my first pick!
What kind of items do I sell and how did I select them?
Hanger Threads is a collection of gently worn clothing and accessories that are 20 years or older. I started with the vintage clothing I currently owned which mostly consisted of pastel grandma sweaters and brightly colored t-shirts ( I am a sucker for neons and pastels...) After I began to slowly start building Hanger Threads I started shopping for a much wider clientele. I started researching successful sellers on etsy and noticed what kind of items sold and what didn't. I would like to say that the age range that I try and target is between 20-35. Working in a women's boutique allows me to stay updated with the current trends and styles, and because fashion trends are always recycled it makes it easy for me to find vintage clothing that fits the trend.
How do I price my items?
The price of each item depends on the quality and shape that it is in. A vintage item is an item that has been previously worn so not every item is in perfect condition. Almost all of the items that I have chosen are in the best condition, but a few have small stains or marks. If an item has a flaw, I will lower the price point and note it in the description. In the past I have also negotiated a price with a customer so that we are both satisfied!
Who are my models and why did I pick them?
Currently I have two models that I use to sell my clothing. The first model is Madeline, she is adorable, blonde and has a great shape for a lot of the clothing that I sell. She has been a close friend of mine for more than 15 years! Madeline is 5'6" and wears an extra-small/small in tops, 0-2 in skirts/pants, 26 in jeans.
My second model who has just started working with me is Angela. She is tall, brunette and adds a sexy look to the vintage pieces at Hanger Threads. Angela is another very close friend and always has the brightest smile on her face! Angela is 5'10" and wears a medium in tops, 6 in skirts, dresses and pants and a 29 in jeans.
I am just so excited to see Hanger Threads grow and I want to share it with you all! Please keep up with me and stay tuned for more updates and additions.
Here is my page:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/HangerThreads?ref=search_shop_redirect