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Nothing Over $50 — Vintage Summer Bargain Boutique
Helms Design District Vintage Boutique offers quality vintage clothing, jewelry and ephemera at affordable prices.
LOS ANGELES — June 28, 2011 — The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique will host a very special summer event on August 13, 2011 at the LightSpace Studio in Culver City, Calif. with no item priced over $50. Hosted by Clever Vintage Clothing, this unique opportunity to nab hard-to-find vintage clothing, jewelry and ephemera was designed to bring even more people into the dedicated circle of savvy shoppers who won't miss a “Helms Show.”
“Vintage is oftentimes considered unaffordable to many, which is definitely not the case,” said Dave C. Temple, owner of Clever Vintage Clothing. “The great success of our past events is due in large part to our variety of price points and our welcoming attitude. We've challenged ourselves even further this time to provide great vintage at prices everyone can afford! And besides, who doesn't love a bargain?"
The vendors at the August 13 show include Helms Design District Vintage Boutique favorites, many of which cannot be found at any other vintage show. Plus, there will be exciting new dealers, all of whom are thrilled to meet the unique challenge of offering L.A.’s best vintage at bargain price points with many promising $10 and $20 racks — something unheard of at other shows!
Shoppers will again find classic, designer and repurposed women’s vintage clothing, hard-to-find men’s vintage wears, vintage jewelry and other accessories from individually selected top-tier dealers and designers from the Los Angeles area. The only difference this time is that every item will be under $50. This hassle-free event is part pop-up shop, part vintage expo and is noted by the media and shoppers alike for being comfortable, fun and extremely friendly. It’s an enjoyable day of shopping with amazing finds not available elsewhere. Perfect for summer, this Saturday outing also offers an air- conditioned environment with catering and plenty of free parking.
The Los Angeles Times, Racked LA, Refinery 29, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, My Vintage Vogue, MarPop and other media outlets have repeatedly given the Helms Design District Vintage Boutique enthusiastic reviews commenting on its intimate feel and incredible selection.
This special Helms Design District Vintage Boutique summer bargain event featuring no item over $50 takes place on August 13, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LightSpace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5; however, free and discounted ticket specials are available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com) and Goldstar (http://www.goldstar.com/events/culver-city-ca/helms-design-district-vintage-boutique-summer-bargain-event).
Shoppers interested in attending should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helms Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Vintage Weddings Gain Popularity, Trend Evolves
Clever Vintage Clothing sees a surge in vintage-styled weddings with new methods of incorporation.
LOS ANGELES — May 22, 2011 — This 2011 wedding season brings even more clients to Clever Vintage’s downtown Los Angeles showroom than last year giving the vintage concept an even larger surge in popularity. Meanwhile, the trend of vintage style weddings has evolved with garments reflecting personal symbolism and the theme extending beyond the attire.
“This year’s wedding season has been very exciting, because the movement of having a vintage-inspired marriage ceremony has not only grown but also evolved into something even more sentimental,” said Dave C. Temple, Owner of Clever Vintage Clothing.
According to Temple, last year’s 'vintage weddings' he styled were almost exclusively inspired by a fashion trend and the inclusion of vintage garments was mostly indiscriminate. In contrast, Clever Vintage Clothing’s clients in 2011 have taken a distinctively different approach. Couples this year often come with a desire to include vintage elements that reflect specific individual sentiment. For example, one bride came to Temple with only a newspaper article describing her grandmother’s wedding dress from the 1940s; all photographs of it and the dress itself had been destroyed in a fire. He was able to source a dress that was a perfect fit!
Temple has seen clients executing the vintage style to a larger extent this year as well. A recent client carried an art deco theme from the clothing to even the location by having her wedding take place on a cruise ship. This type of thorough implementation of vintage happens more commonly in 2011 than ever before. "A huge impact can be made by extending the theme from the clothing to the décor and setting, and doing so usually results in tremendous cost savings for the couple," Temple pointed out. Oftentimes, Clever Vintage Clothing can handle styling these additional aspects of the wedding as well as the attire, making the experience simpler for clients.
Clever Vintage Clothing offers a unique one-on-one approach through appointments at its showroom located in downtown Los Angeles at 117 W. 9th Street #918, Los Angeles, CA 90015. An initial phone consultation prior coupled with the in person meeting gives clients individual attention that is hard to find.
Couples interested in having Clever Vintage Clothing style their wedding can also meet Temple and his staff at the next Helms Design District Vintage Boutique taking place on Saturday, June 11, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5.00; however, 100 free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com). Clients interested in having a wedding styled by Clever Vintage Clothing may also contact Temple in advance for free admission to the event. Those interested in the Helms Design District Vintage Boutique can learn more at the show’s Facebook page: Helms Design District Vintage Boutique.
More information about Clever Vintage Clothing can be found at CleverVintageClothing.com. Vintage enthusiasts can sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Some of L.A.’s Best Vintage — All in One Stop
Helms Design District Vintage Boutique offers hard to find vintage clothing and jewelry shopping for enthusiasts.
CULVER CITY — May 15, 2011 — The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique brings some of Los Angeles’ best vintage clothing and jewelry dealers together for a hassle free event that is part pop-up shop, part vintage expo and is noted for being comfortable, fun and extremely friendly on Saturday, June 11, 2011 at the Lightspace Studio in Culver City. This marks the fifth show hosted by Clever Vintage Clothing since its inception last spring.
Shoppers will again find classic, designer and repurposed women’s vintage clothing, hard-to-find men’s vintage wears, vintage jewelry and other accessories from individually selected top-tier dealers and designers. Vendors include Patty Hubbard, Lori Marsha, Ellen Weiner, Checkered Apron, Dorothy Tilley, Timeless Vixen, Elizabeth G, Miss Kory Lynn, Vintage Blue Moon, Susan de Tresor, Little Treasures, Rockstar Vintage Couture, Maxine Goldberg, Reneé Vintage Designs and Clever Vintage Clothing among others.
The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique is designed with the vintage enthusiast in mind by providing a simple no nonsense environment that’s relaxed and offers an enjoyable day of shopping in all price ranges with amazing finds not available elsewhere. It’s catered by Auntie Em’s Kitchen from the hip eastside neighborhood of Eagle Rock appropriately serving vintage boxed lunches and take home treats. There’s plenty of free parking, and visitors will also find additional shopping and dining nearby. The event is a perfect Saturday outing for spring!
The Los Angeles Times, Racked LA, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, The Find, My Vintage Vogue, MarPop, The Luscious List and other media outlets have raved about the Helms Design District Vintage Boutique, its intimate feel and incredible selection.
The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique on June 11, 2011 takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5.00; however, 100 free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com/).
Shoppers interested in attending should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helms Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Vintage Boutique Expands
Shoppers will find more vendors, clothing from a broader range of time and even vintage ephemera.
CULVER CITY — February 27, 2011 — The next Helms Design District Vintage Boutique offers enthusiasts more than ever before on March 12, 2011 with the addition of five new vendors and a wider selection of unique finds.
Classic, designer and repurposed women’s vintage clothing, hard-to-find men’s vintage wears, vintage jewelry and other accessories from individually selected top-tier dealers and designers were offered in 2010. With the 2011 expansion, shoppers will see a broader range of decades represented — even collections from the Victorian and Civil War eras. Those who attend the Vintage Boutique will also find vintage ephemera such as fashion magazines and vintage sewing patterns from the past. Shoppers will discover everything they need for their vintage wardrobe including beautiful handbags from the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s. And even more designers will present one-of-a-kind repurposed vintage clothing.
New vendors at the March 12 event include Patty Hubbard, Lori Marsha, Ellen Weiner, Checkered Apron and Dorothy Tilley. These new vendors will accompany Timeless Vixen, Elizabeth G, Miss Kory Lynn, Vintage Blue Moon, Susan de Tresor, Little Treasures, Jermel Nakia, Rockstar Vintage Couture, Maxine Goldberg, Reneé Vintage Designs and Clever Vintage Clothing among others.
Since its inception one year ago, Los Angeles Times, Racked LA, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, The Find, My Vintage Vogue and other media outlets have covered the Helms Design District Vintage Boutique hosted by Clever Vintage Clothing. Four shows will occur in 2011, each held the second Saturday of every third month (March 12, June 11, September 10 and December 10). Auntie Em’s Kitchen from the hip eastside neighborhood of Eagle Rock will continue to cater the event appropriately serving vintage boxed lunches and take home treats.
The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5.00; however, 100 free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com/).
Shoppers interested in attending should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helm's Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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2010 Success Means Even More Shows for 2011
Widespread media coverage, increased attendance and praise from shoppers and vendors made 2010 a winning inaugural year.
LOS ANGELES — January 3, 2011 — The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique held on December 11, 2010 for holiday shoppers marked a third successful trunk show event hosted by Clever Vintage Clothing and gives momentum for its upcoming shows in 2011. Today, Clever Vintage Clothing announced that four shows will occur in 2011 — all held the second Saturday of every third month (March 12, June 11, September 10 and December 10).
“We got off to a great start in 2010 with this new venture for Clever Vintage Clothing and its team of amazing dealers and designers throughout the Los Angeles area,” said Dave Temple, owner of Clever Vintage Clothing. “It took a lot of hard work on everyone’s part, but it paid off. Now that we’ve laid a strong foundation, we can continue to grow this show into a long-term, lucrative project for everyone to enjoy.”
Since the first event held on June 19, 2010, achievements included widespread media coverage with features in Los Angeles Times, Racked LA, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, The Find and My Vintage Vogue among others. Additionally, increased vendor satisfaction and participation occurred. Where schedules allowed, most all of the vendors who originally appeared at the first event came back for the next two in 2010. More booth spaces were added after the first show due to increased demand and popularity allowing for a more diverse collection of vendors including vendors presenting an impressive collection of hard-to-find garments and accessories for gentlemen. Finally the 2010 events provided an environment highly praised by its customers who have rewarded the show with their repeated attendance.
The March 12 event will include classic, designer and repurposed women’s vintage clothing, hard-to-find men’s vintage wears, vintage jewelry and other unique accessories from individually selected top-tier dealers and designers. Shoppers can look forward to seeing the following dealers at this next show: Timeless Vixen, Rockstar Vintage Couture, Maxine Goldberg, Jermel Nakia, Tresor de Vintage, Elizabeth G, Miss Kory Lynn and Clever Vintage Clothing among others. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5.00; however, 100 free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com/).
Dealers interested in participating in the March Vintage Boutique event should reserve their space soon. Space will be limited in order to maintain the show’s intimate feel and to keep the event uncongested.
Shoppers interested in attending the March event should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helm's Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Mad Men Inspired Holiday Shopping
Clever Vintage Clothing and its Vintage Boutique Show provide authentic outfits for Mad Men holiday parties.
LOS ANGELES — November 21, 2010 — Mad Men themed parties are all the rage this holiday season, and shoppers are finding the perfect outfits they need from Clever Vintage Clothing at its downtown Los Angeles showroom. With many Clever Vintage Clothing garments actually featured on AMC’s hit drama series, clients know that they are getting authentic attire. Plus, on December 11, 2010, shoppers will have the opportunity to browse wears from an additional 14 vintage dealers at the Helms Design District Vintage Boutique show in Culver City hosted by Clever Vintage Clothing. While the Mad Men phenomenon gained much of its momentum last year among dedicated fans, this year it has caught on in a much bigger way, said Dave Temple, owner of Clever Vintage Clothing.
“I get at least two phone calls and emails a week from customers who found us by word-of-mouth or online looking for an authentic Mad Men inspired outfit for a Christmas party,” Temple said. “Even some men are calling, which is great, because that shows everyone’s getting into it.”
In fact, Temple said many of the shoppers are getting outfits for office holiday parties. With corporate cutbacks, companies have started finding creative ways to create a fun holiday experience for their staff while avoiding the large expenses associated with the extravagant parties of the past. Mad Men parties provide the perfect throwback to an era when "the office Christmas party" was a fun way for co-workers to bond in a more simple way — when Susan in accounting had a few too many cocktails or Larry and Jane were caught making out in the boss’s office.
Shoppers can make an appointment to browse the huge selection of authentic vintage wears Clever Vintage Clothing has to offer at its showroom in downtown Los Angeles by calling (310) 650-8357 or sending an email to info@clevervintageclothing.com.
The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique on December 11, 2010 will offer classic, designer and repurposed women’s vintage clothing, hard-to-find men’s vintage wears, vintage jewelry and other vintage accessories from individually selected top-tier dealers and designers including Rockstar Vintage Couture, Maxine Goldberg, Little Treasures, Jermel Nakia, Vintage Blue Moon, Tresor de Vintage, Elizabeth G, Timeless Vixen, Miss Kory Lynn and Clever Vintage Clothing. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5.00; however, 100 free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com/). Additionally, shoppers who mention which media outlet they heard about the event from will receive free entry.
The Vintage Boutique show at the Helms Design District has been featured in Los Angeles Times, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, The Find and My Vintage Vogue. Keeping with the nostalgic theme, the event will even be catered by Auntie Em’s Kitchen from the hip eastside neighborhood of Eagle Rock serving vintage boxed lunches and take home holiday treats.
Dealers interested in participating in the December Vintage Boutique event should reserve their space soon. Space will be limited in order to maintain the show’s intimate feel and to keep the event uncongested.
Shoppers interested in attending the December event should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helm's Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Vintage Shopping Just in Time for the Holidays
The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique gives shoppers a last chance to make those one of a kind purchases.
CULVER CITY — November 12, 2010 — With the recent passing of the Vintage Clothing & Textile Show on Halloween, shoppers will only have one last chance to attend a major vintage clothing event before Christmas and make those final unique purchases for holiday events and gift giving — the Helms Design District Vintage Boutique on December 11, 2010.
With classic, designer and repurposed women’s vintage clothing, hard-to-find men’s vintage wears, vintage jewelry and other vintage accessories from individually selected top-tier dealers and designers, see why the Vintage Boutique show at the Helms Design District has been featured in Los Angeles Times, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, The Find and My Vintage Vogue. It will even be catered by Auntie Em’s Kitchen from the hip eastside neighborhood of Eagle Rock serving vintage boxed lunches and take home holiday treats.
The event will include the following dealers: Rockstar Vintage Couture, Maxine Goldberg, Little Treasures, Jermel Nakia, Vintage Blue Moon, Tresor de Vintage, Elizabeth G, Timeless Vixen, Miss Kory Lynn and Clever Vintage Clothing. It will take place from on December 11, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5.00; however, 100 free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com/). Additionally, shoppers who mention which media outlet they heard about the event from will receive free entry.
Dealers interested in participating in the December Vintage Boutique event should reserve their space soon. Space will be limited in order to maintain the show’s intimate feel and to keep the event uncongested.
Shoppers interested in attending the December event should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helm's Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Vintage Shopping Just in Time for the Holidays
The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique gives shoppers a last chance to make those one of a kind purchases.
CULVER CITY — November 12, 2010 — With the recent passing of the Vintage Clothing & Textile Show on Halloween, shoppers will only have one last chance to attend a major vintage clothing event before Christmas and make those final unique purchases for holiday events and gift giving — the Helms Design District Vintage Boutique on December 11, 2011.
With classic, designer and repurposed women’s vintage clothing, hard-to-find men’s vintage wears, vintage jewelry and other vintage accessories from individually selected top-tier dealers and designers, see why the Vintage Boutique show at the Helms Design District has been featured in Los Angeles Times, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, The Find and My Vintage Vogue. It will even be catered by Auntie Em’s Kitchen from the hip eastside neighborhood of Eagle Rock serving vintage boxed lunches and take home holiday treats.
The event will include the following dealers: Rockstar Vintage Couture, Maxine Goldberg, Little Treasures, Jermel Nakia, Vintage Blue Moon, Tresor de Vintage, Elizabeth G, Timeless Vixen, Miss Kory Lynn and Clever Vintage Clothing. It will take place from on December 11, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). Entry to the event is $5.00; however, 100 free tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis via Eventbrite (http://helmsvintage.eventbrite.com/). Additionally, shoppers who mention which media outlet they heard about the event from will receive free entry.
Dealers interested in participating in the December Vintage Boutique event should reserve their space soon. Space will be limited in order to maintain the show’s intimate feel and to keep the event uncongested.
Shoppers interested in attending the December event should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helm's Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Vintage Boutique Event Now Catered by one of L.A.’s Hippest Bakeries
Auntie Em’s Kitchen makes comfort food fabulous by serving delicious vintage boxed lunches.
CULVER CITY — October 25, 2010 — The Helms Design District Vintage Boutique continues to make each event even more special than the last with the addition of catering by Auntie Em’s Kitchen from the hip eastside neighborhood of Eagle Rock. During the next show on December 11, 2010, shoppers can take home some holiday treats from the famed eatery or enjoy a break with a delicious vintage boxed lunch while browsing the great finds of the individually selected top-tier dealers and designers. Countless media outlets including Variety, Los Angeles Times, Daily Candy, Eating L.A., E! Online and L.A. Alternative Press have raved about Theresa Wahl’s Zagat-rated restaurant and the scrumptious seasonal selections on her menu.
December’s event will again offer classic, designer and repurposed vintage clothing in addition to vintage jewelry and other accessories. Even hard-to-find men’s vintage wears will be available. The following dealers have committed to appear again at the upcoming show during the holiday season: Rockstar Vintage Couture, Little Treasures, Jermel Nakia, Vintage Blue Moon, Elizabeth G, Timeless Vixen, Miss Kory Lynn and Clever Vintage Clothing. New vendors include Maxine Goldberg and Tresor de Vintage, further adding to the unique mix of highly prized offerings.
The Vintage Boutique show at the Helms Design District has been featured in Los Angeles Times, Today’s Vintage, Collector Magazine, Mondette, The Find and My Vintage Vogue. The event will occur on December 11, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lightspace Studio located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica).
Dealers interested in participating in the December Vintage Boutique event should reserve their space soon. Space will be limited in order to maintain the show’s intimate feel and to keep the event uncongested.
Shoppers interested in attending the December event should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helm's Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Another Mad Men Character Cleverly Dressed
Latest season of AMC’s hit drama features second Clever Vintage Clothing garment.
LOS ANGELES — October 9, 2010 — Vintage clothing enthusiasts revel at each new episode of AMC’s wildly popular drama series Mad Men as if they are reliving an era due to the keen eye of those who provide the wardrobe of is celebrated characters. Clever Vintage Clothing is such a provider and
is proud to have had its second garment featured prominently on Mad Men in this fourth season’s seventh episode titled “The Suitcase.” The episode features Peggy Olson (Elizabeth Moss) wearing Clever Vintage Clothing’s nylon blend crepe dropped waist bow front dress with an allover rose and leaf pattern in white, olive, black and goldenrod.
“It was an ecstatic moment to see another one of Clever Vintage Clothing’s pieces on such a admired television show in the vintage world,” said Dave Temple, owner of Clever Vintage Clothing. “It’s really an honor, because it says a lot about our ability to find beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces from the past.”
Peggy’s dress was worn throughout the episode and received a significant amount of airtime, with blogs immediately writing about the extremely unusual occurrence of Peggy wearing florals. It was a ruckus that Clever Vintage Clothing was more than happy to help start.
The first time a Clever Vintage Clothing garment was filmed on Mad Men was season one. In it, Betty Draper (January Jones) wore a silk shantung button front blouse with a border print of turquoise, purple and tan butterflies.
What many may not realize is that anyone can shop with Clever Vintage Clothing. The vintage dealer has a showroom located in downtown Los Angeles that can be visited by appointment. Mad Men fans who want Clever Vintage Clothing garments for themselves can also check CleverVintageClothing.com for the multiple shows it takes part in throughout the year.
Clever Vintage Clothing will participate in is the Vintage Clothing Boutique event on December 11, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LightSpace Studio in Culver City. (10 minutes from downtown, 40 minutes from Orange County, 30 minutes from Long Beach and 15 minutes from Santa Monica). The LightSpace Studio is located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. Shoppers interested in attending the December event should visit the show’s Facebook page: Helm's Design District Vintage Boutique. They can also visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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L.A. Fashion Week Appearance for Spring 2011
Clever Vintage Clothing teams with Louise Green for The Millinery Guild Fashion Show
featuring Project Runway star Mondo Guerra.
LOS ANGELES — October 9, 2010 — Famed milliner Louise Green puts a vintage spin on her couture headwear by teaming with Dave Temple of Clever Vintage Clothing who is supplying six vintage ensembles for which Green has designed specific creations. The head-to-toe looks will include a stunning array of vintage styles in a metallic theme with the unique vintage dresses, jewelry and accessories that Clever Vintage Clothing has supplied, which are designed to set off the amazing artistry of Louise Green's Millinery. These will grace the runway on October 15, 2010 when The Millinery Guild of Southern California presents their Spring 2011 millinery collections titled “Hollywood Legacy” in conjunction with the Los Angeles Fashion Week.
“Hollywood Legacy” will feature members of the guild including Mondo Guerra who is a current contestant on Project Runway. Additional Millinery Guild members showing will be designers Anita Hopkins, Ignatius Creegan and up and coming designer Gladys Tamez. A trained milliner himself, Dave Temple recently took top honors at Los Angeles' "Project Hatway" held in conjunction with the L.A. County Fair's "Tapestry" presentation, making him and Clever Vintage Clothing a natural fit for this exciting pairing with Louise Green.
The Millinery Guild of Southern California was founded in January of 2010 by S. "Montez" Murphy, who has designed hats for 20 years. The mission of the guild is to foster interest in hats, millinery and hat wearing. This is achieved through lectures, instructional workshops and a variety of classes in all aspects of traditional and contemporary millinery. The guild also sponsors charity events, sales and demonstrations that enable our members to enhance their skills and share their expertise through public sales and exhibits.
The presentation will take place in the historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel Crystal Ballroom, site of the 1942 Oscars, starting at 7 p.m. There will be a cash bar. Parking is available at the hotel or across the street at Pershing Square ($6.60). Attendance is free but a request for reservations is required. The Millennium Biltmore Hotel is located at 506 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90071.
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Vintage Dealers Band for Form New Outlet
Top designers and dealers from Los Angeles area set up a new type of show for collectors and enthusiasts.
CULVER CITY — August 4, 2010 — This spring, a group of vintage clothing dealers in the Los Angeles area led by Dave Temple of Clever Vintage Clothing banded together to create a new type of outlet for vintage enthusiasts to shop. They call it a Vintage Boutique. The concept was to create a small gathering of independent dealers to share the period wares with their frequent collectors.
“Due to the uncertainty in the marketplace with websites like eBay.com and Etsy.com, we formed a new type of show,” he said. “Our event is unlike pop-up shops and trunk shows. They’re more personal and relaxed.”
It worked. June’s inaugural show made up of 12 individually selected dealers and designers drew in an attendance of over 100 people, which even included a young hip crowd. It gave specially invited collectors the chance to browse classic, designer and repurposed wears in an intimate environment called the LightSpace Studio in the Helm’s Design District in Culver City.
Because of the positive response they received from the first show, the second show, which is being held on September 25, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the same location will be free and open to the public. While the focus is on vintage clothing, some vendors will also sell vintage accessories and other “smalls.”
The show has also expanded to include more booths, so new designers and dealers who would like to participate are welcome to join in on a first come first serve basis; however, reservations are quickly running out because Temple wants to retain the small personal feel. Several of the same vendors will return including Timeless Vixen (TimelessVixen.com).
“I knew I’d be back as soon as we finished the first show,” said Lauren Lepire of Timeless Vixen. “It was a well organized, comfortable event with quality merchandise in a space that was perfect for collectors to shop in — well-lit with natural lighting, plenty of space, nice dressing areas and air-conditioned.”
Temple added that the show will retain its comfortable and intimate environment that many customers complimented, and Café Max will again provide a scrumptious selection of food for purchase at the event.
The LightSpace Studio is located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. Shoppers interested in attending the Vintage Boutique Show should visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage). Vendors interested in purchasing booth space should contact Dave Temple at info@clevervintageclothing.com.
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Vintage Boutique Show Returns
Top designers and dealers from Los Angeles area set up a one-day pop up shop for collectors and enthusiasts.
CULVER CITY — July 19, 2010 — Clever Vintage Clothing and 11-15 other vintage clothing dealers will come together for a second one-day show featuring classic, designer and repurposed wears on September 25, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LightSpace Studio in the Helm’s Design District in Culver City. The success of the first show in June of this year prompted a follow up show sooner than expected. This free event is open to the public and merges the best elements of a vintage show with that of a pop-up shop. While the focus is on vintage clothing, some vendors will also sell vintage accessories and other “smalls.”
The show has expanded to include more booths, so new designers and dealers have been added to the roster along with many returning vendors including Timeless Vixen (TimelessVixen.com).
“I knew I’d be back as soon as we finished the first show,” said Lauren Lepire of Timeless Vixen. “It was a well organized, comfortable event with quality merchandise in a space that was perfect for collectors to shop in — well-lit with natural lighting, plenty of space, nice dressing areas and air-conditioned.”
Dave Temple, owner of Clever Vintage Clothing and organizer of the event, said the show will retain its comfortable and intimate environment that many customers complimented, and Café Max will again provide a scrumptious selection of food for purchase at the event.
Confirmed dealers include:
· Clever Vintage Clothing
· Rockstar Vintage Couture
· Vintage Blue Moon
· Le Lace
· Timeless Vixen
· Siren Vintage
· Jermel Nakia
· Elizabeth G
· Mary Johnson
· Miss Kory Lynn
· Renee Vintage Designs
The LightSpace Studio is located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. Shoppers interested in attending the Vintage Boutique Show should visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage). Vendors interested in purchasing booth space should contact Dave Temple at info@clevervintageclothing.com.
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Inaugural Vintage Clothing Boutique Show Hugely Successful
12 top designers and dealers from Los Angeles area set up a pop up shop for collectors and enthusiasts
CULVER CITY — June 21, 2010 — 12 individually selected dealers and designers showed off their wares to an enthusiastic crowd at the Lightspace Studio in Culver City this past weekend at the first vintage clothing boutique show organized by Dave Temple of Clever Vintage Clothing (CleverVintageClothing.com). The event, which took place in the Helms Design District, was a huge success with stylists, fashionistas, costumers and vintage fans throughout Los Angeles and its surrounding areas attending and hitting the racks with delight.
"The space was really amazing," said Lauren Lepire of Timeless Vixen (TimelessVixen.com) who made a rare appearance as a vendor. “The bright, loft with lots of natural light really showed off the clothing well. And the overall vibe was wonderful. Everyone had a great time.”
Classic, designer and repurposed vintage clothing wears were sold in addition to vintage jewelry and artwork giving the customers a large variety of options to choose from. The LightSpace Studio is located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232.
The next Vintage Clothing Boutique will take place in late September 2010. Those interested in attending should visit CleverVintageClothing.com for details or sign up for the Clever Vintage Clothing newsletter by sending an email request to info@clevervintageclothing.com. Clever Vintage Clothing can also be found on Facebook (Clever Vintage Clothing) and Twitter (@CleverVintage).
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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Something Old and Something New
Brides-to-be find their own individuality in vintage weddings styled with period wears from Clever Vintage Clothing.
LOS ANGELES — May 24, 2010 — Modern-day brides frequently turn to the past these days to give their very special day a splash of individuality by dressing their participants in vintage wears from Clever Vintage Clothing. The owner of this 19-year-old Los Angeles establishment, Dave C. Temple, said it’s becoming the bread-and-butter of his business.
“I meet at least one upcoming bride at each trade show who inquires about us outfitting either a handful or all of the people in her wedding in vintage clothing,” he said. “Many times it’s the artistic or alternative types, but more and more lately, it’s just someone who wants their wedding to be distinctive. I’ve outfitted three vintage weddings in the past five months — and that was in the off season.”
There’s a misconception that vintage weddings have to be shockingly different, Temple said. With appropriate styling and selection, the vintage aspect can be understated but still make a big difference. Temple said that the final outcome does not have to look “costume-y.” Brides can, and often do, combine traditional style clothing with only a selection of vintage wears.
There are surprisingly many ways to go about styling a vintage wedding. Temple says his advantage is both his many years in the business along with his fully stocked downtown Los Angeles showroom. A bride can bring her wedding participants to be fitted one day and then they can come back soon thereafter and find that Temple has come up with multiple combinations of styles that can be mixed and matched to fit everyone involved. He said brides often come in with one look in mind and end up with something much more different and unique after he’s taken that inspiration and provided new ideas based on her taste.
“It can be a really fun experience for the bride,” Temple said, “because she often doesn’t realize how creative one can be until I show all the options.”
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1991 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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3-in-1 Vintage Boutique
Classic, designer, repurposed vintage clothing come together for one-day show with 11 dealers/designers
CULVER CITY — May 14, 2010 — Clever Vintage Clothing and 10 other vintage clothing dealers come together for a one-day show featuring classic, designer and repurposed wears on June 19, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LightSpace Studio in the Helm’s Design District in Culver City. This free event is open to the public and merges the best elements of a vintage show with that of a pop-up shop. While the focus is on vintage clothing, some vendors will also sell vintage accessories and other “smalls.” Food provided by Café Max will be available.
There will even be an art showing held concurrently featuring the photography of Carin Krasner.
Vendors are as follows:
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Classic Vintage Clothing
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Designer Vintage Clothing
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Repurposed Vintage Clothing/Art
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· Le Lace
· Timeless Vixen
· Clever Vintage
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· Susan McCullough
· Jermel Nakia
· Elizabeth G
· Mary Johnson
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· Los Armisen
· Miss Kory Lynn
· Stella Neptune
· Renee Vintage Designs
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The LightSpace Studio is located at 8755 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. For more information about the event space, visit LightSpaceStudioLA.com or call (310) 280-0082.
ABOUT CLEVER VINTAGE CLOTHING
Clever Vintage Clothing launched in 1992 after its owner Dave C. Temple spent a lifetime inspired by vintage apparel and collected a garage full of great finds from across the United States. Temple eventually set up a showroom in downtown Los Angeles where customers of all kinds — designers, stylists, buyers, store owners, and vintage clothing collectors and enthusiasts — could find the vintage clothing they either personally wanted or needed for their business practices at a fair price with less hassle. It was a clever endeavor that has grown for over a decade and remains in its original downtown Los Angeles location. For more information about Clever Vintage Clothing, visit its website CleverVintageClothing.com.
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LOS ANGELES — September 29, 2011 — Genuine vintage garments and vintage department store mannequins from Clever Vintage Clothing will be included in East Village West, an art exhibit 
LOS ANGELES — September 22, 2011 — Clever Vintage Clothing will produce a fashion show at the newly renovated ballroom of the elegant Los Angeles Athletic Club as part of the Los Angeles Wine Tasting’s Noir Soiree on October 7, 2011 celebrating the photography from the Golden Era of Hollywood
LOS ANGELES — September 6, 2011 — ABC’s new highly original period drama Pan Am starring Christina Ricci premiers on September 25, 2011 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) featuring characters dressed in authentic vintage garments from Clever Vintage Clothing of downtown Los Angeles. The series full of sexy entanglements represents the style of the 1960s and the excitement of the Jet Age as it tells the story about the pilots and flight attendants who once made Pan Am the most glamorous way to fly. 
