Tag Archives: vintage

platinum and rust: shop update

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Leah

New items now up at platinumandrust.com and etsy. Click the images to be redirected to listings. Stay tuned for a special sale beginning later this week on etsy.    

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platinum & rust: the fall collection Preview

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Leah

The Platinum & Rust Fall Collection debuts later this week so I thought I’d give you guys a sneak peek. These photos will appear in the slideshow on the home page of my site. Vintage jumpers, lovely textures, fall florals, … Continue reading →

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rooftop shoot

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Leah

A few weeks ago, one of my coffee shop customers asked if I’d be willing to model in a just-for-fun collaborative fashion shoot on the rooftops of downtown Charlottesville. I said yes, of course. After a few hours of hair … Continue reading →

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Platinum & Rust Lookbook Sneak Peek

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Leah

I’ve been busy hanging out with my dear friend, Mary, who also happens to be an excellent model. Yesterday we headed over to a lovely nature area in Charlottesville to shoot the Platinum & Rust lookbook for my updated shop … Continue reading →

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pretty things at platinum & rust

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Leah

A couple of wonderful coffee shop customers recently gave me several beautiful pieces dating from the early 60s to the late 70s. They belonged to her mother, who just downsized, and I’m so happy to be able to add them … Continue reading →

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the moral wardrobe: everyday

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Leah

This is my favorite skirt. It’s a weird length and a crazy pattern, but it works with almost everything I own. I’m just so happy I can go bare-legged again (sort of – today it’s cold and raining)! It hasn’t … Continue reading →

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the moral wardrobe: any day now

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Leah

Since the weather still hasn’t decided if it’d like to become spring, I have to constantly check the forecast. On colder days, I just want to wear something easy; it’s too annoying at this point in the season to obsess … Continue reading →

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introducing PlatinumandRust.com

Posted on March 8, 2014 by Leah

Good morning, friends. I’ve been trying out different shop building websites for a couple of months in anticipation of moving Platinum & Rust to its own site. Yesterday I found one that allows me to seamlessly connect my etsy listings … Continue reading →

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conscientious copycat: emma watson at the oscars

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Leah

emma watson by fracturedradiance featuring a grey dress Though Emma Watson’s Oscars look may have been a bit too casual for the event, I really appreciated the minimalist style with a formal twist. I also loved the dress over pants … Continue reading →

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platinum & rust spring mini update

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Leah

Since etsy is toying around with a new shop format, my poor little banner has disappeared. Since it’s in the testing phase, most customers will still see the old view, but if you click over and happen to see the … Continue reading →

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