Weekend Vintage: Concert Ready

Going to “rock shows” is my personal vice. I spend way too much money on them, but it is money well spent because they make me endlessly happy. Tonight I will be attending the elusive, solo Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) show at the Vic in Chicago. YAY!!!

One bonus of going to concerts is that it is a bit like a costume party. You can pull out your most outrageous ensemble and be completely appropriate. In my day to day life, my wardrobe is pretty much nerd-chic (I love cardigans. LOVE them.) My concert persona is much cooler. She rocks scandalous boots, skinny jeans that cut off circulation and a smug attitude that will not be rivaled (which is key if you want to blend in with the unhappy, but uber-cool, hipsters.) In actuality, I’m not very cool at all, but I do like to play dress up. :)

Here are some vintage lovelies with a little boho flair - totally appropriate for tonight’s show.

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Vintage Beige Mini Dress from PrettyRaccoon

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Vintage Turquoise Bohemian Earrings from misovintage

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Vintage Brown Leather Clutch from smellyshoesvintage

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Opera Length Locket from HeavenAwaits

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Vintage Oxfords from MereTrifles

Guess what I have tickets for??

YES. YES. YES. Finally going to see my boyfriend, Jeff Tweedy, put on a solo show at the Vic in Chi-town! Two nights of whitty banter and acoustics straight from heaven…finally. Can I put in my request for The Ruling Class and Theologians now?

Consider this a heads-up, because these shows are not advertised - anywhere. They are coming up quickly, too - March 12 and March 13. Be there or be square!

Photo credit to CJ Foeckler/Pabst Theater

Photo credit to CJ Foeckler/Pabst Theater

Yim Yames … aka, Jim James of MMJ

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Jim James, lead singer of My Morning Jacket, has compiled a collection of solo covers. Tribute To is literally a tribute to George Harrison. It will be out in stores on August 4th, but is available for exclusive download here. Here are a few gems for your iPod: