celebrating three years of business as standing ovation

In July 2021, after moving back to Baltimore from Los Angeles, I decided to begin selling vintage clothing again. I used to have a vintage etsy shop in college and after some time exploring other career paths, I wanted to give it another shot. So I leveraged my collection of vintage t-shirts, denim, and jackets, borrowed a pop-up tent from my friends at Wight Tea Co., and printed out business cards. Thus began Standing Ovation.

Since starting Standing Ovation, I’ve had the opportunity to meet like-minded friends, share my love of vintage clothing and history, travel to new places, collaborate with friends, and support myself doing what i love. I feel so grateful to all of my customers, followers, and vintage friends!

My close friend Brittany has been one of my biggest supporters and friends during this three year journey of owning a business. Her business, Wight Tea Co., serves as constant inspiration for Standing Ovation. I would not be where I am as a business without her.

As a thank you to everyone for continuing to patronize Standing Ovation, everything on the site is 20% off and orders over $100 will receive a free box of Wight Tea Co. loose leaf.

A few weeks ago, Brittany and I headed to Longwood Gardens for a little break from the daily grind. Shop everything featured in this shoot below. And be sure to check out Wight Tea Co. for their full selection of teas and products.

Yay! Three Years!

1970s enamel & silver-toned bangle
$25.00

cute ivory-look enamel and silver-toned boho bangle. bangles are not meant to be worn at the wrist, but rather on the forearm, as high as the bangle will fit. it’s sexy.

color: ivory, silver
measurements:
inner circumference: 8.5” height: .25”
condition: great vintage condition. slight patina to silver tone.

1970s blue baby tee with green stripe detail
$30.00

cutie summer tee in baby blue with blue, green, and yellow stripe detail around bust and cap sleeves. french cut style.

label: skiva
color: baby blue
size: marked large (fits more like medium)
measurements:
(has stretch) bust: 33” waist: 32” length: 21” neck to shoulder: 4.5” sleeve length: 3”
condition: fair vintage condition. minor wear to fabric. tear to pit on right sleeve at seam. a few discoloration spots on front of shirt. all pictured.

1910s silk lace inset peasant skirt
$140.00

major cottage core vibes with this gorgeously delicate silk midi peasant skirt. features pretty gathered and lace inset details. super finely woven silk i’ve only ever seen on pre-war garments. back hook and eye closures (a few replaced from original hardware).

this skirt is fairly see-through. funny story, i wore this out to eat the other day with just nude colored shorts on and i didn’t realize until i was in the restaurant bathroom that you could see…well, everything lol! don’t repeat my mistake! wear an extra layer or two!

color: ivory
size: small
measurements:
waist: 26” length: 39”
condition: excellent antique condition!

1900s antique straw boater hat
$40.00

antique boater hat with patina. such a special, rare piece. would be a beautiful decor piece for your wall.

color: straw beige
measurements:
inner circumference: 21.5” outer circumference: 23.5” brim depth: 3” height: 3.5”
condition: fair vintage condition. lots of wear and patina. this piece is over 100 years old. please take a moment to look through all of the photos.

1950s blush pink silk crepe long scarf
$25.00

gorgeous light blush pink silk scarf with rolled hem. wear around your neck, hat, waist, wrist, wherever really.

color: blush pink
measurements:
width: 14” length: 60”
condotion: great vintage condition

1970s ivory and brown striped baby tee
$45.00

french cut t-shirt with brown & multi striped and x pattern. cap sleeves. crew neck. soooo seventies!

label: variety
color: ivory with brown stipes and red, blue and yellow details
size: marked large, fits more like small or medium
measurements:
(has stretch) bust: 32” waist: 28” length: 21” neck to shoulder: 4.5” sleeve length: 4”
condition: great vintage conditon!

1950s 1960s green & white gingham seersucker shorts
$50.00

cutie green & white gingham shorts in a seersucker fabric, perfect for warmer months. two front patch pockets. white button and metal zipper closure. union made in the usa.

label: trousers up
color: green & white
size: fits like xs
measurements:
waist: 27” hip: 36” rise: 10.5” inseam: 2.5” outseam: 12”
condition: excellent vintage condition

1970s wooden cuff bracelet
$25.00

gorgeous solid wood bangle cuff bracelet. looks great with a full stack or on it’s own. i love putting cuffs on my upper forearm.

color: brown
measurements:
outer circumference: 9.5” inner circumference: 6.75” opening: 1.25” height: 1.1”
condition: excellent vintage condition

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