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Boutique their clothes will last if they are opportunity through its promo models Car Show will be on Sunday, June
program, where Holzman gives a
2nd—and you do not want to miss
taken care of whereas clothes from
a typical vintage shop could have
great, fun opportunity to model,
this event (you can get additional
volunteer, and take photoshoots. “We
information on the car show and
damage and will usually not last
constantly have rogue photographers
other events at visitvallejo.com).
long) while also helping style the
coming in and providing great
public to get what they need. Some
Catch Boutique Classique’s promo
Classique of the designer lines that Boutique images; people post pictures of our models at the car show as they model
Classique carry include: Bettie Page
with the awesome vintage cars. In
promo models and tag us on social
(40’s pin-ups), Leg Avenue, Lindy
addition to promo models, Boutique
media,” Holzman said. The promo
Classique is always looking for other
models volunteering program offers
Bop (their new line from the UK),
Lux De Ville (pocketbooks), Rago,
in outfits from Boutique Classique and
Steady, Stop Staring, Tarina Tarantino, participants the chance to dress up volunteers, such as hair and makeup
artists and stylists, so be sure to inquire
Unique Vintage, and Voodoo Vixen. model them during events, all while with Holzman if you are interested
Unique designer brands, promo models, and more! meeting like-minded people with (email boutiqueclassique@att.net).
Moreover, because
By James Quinn Holzman introduces new Other city events that
brands to her store while Boutique Classique often
changing the layout, it takes part in is the Vallejo
Here in Vallejo, we take pride in our business community that is on the rise. A prime makes it exciting because Art Walk. For example, they
example of one of our highly rated businesses is Boutique Classique—recently you can expect something took part in it on Friday,
different each time. She, May 10, at which Boutique
established in 2015 and located at 1711 Sonoma Boulevard—seamlessly fitting into the
for example, added Classique featured live
downtown Vallejo culture as a unique store that you will not find elsewhere. Star Struck Clothing for window models. Boutique
accessories, a brand Classique will also be offering
“For a shop like this, with as many brands that is vintage-inspired Mimosa Sundays through the
as we have and the versatility that we and uses high-quality, month of May in addition
have, there is nothing like this within at vegan-friendly vinyl to to a $100 gift certificate
least a 50-mile radius,” said Owner Serenity produce vintage-inspired raffle with any purchase
Holzman. For those who do not know, handbags, wallets, Photos by Tymn Urban throughout the month.
Boutique Classique sells modern vintage FlexiClogs, and FlexiHeels. “Star Struck diverse backgrounds (from makeup
women’s clothing, according to its website, Clothing do these fun purses that are to outfit and hair styling and more). Check out Boutique Classique in
such as pinup dresses, retro- really rockabilly-oriented—fun colors,” Not only is the promo models program historic downtown Vallejo, at 1711
styled swimsuits, cocktail said Holzman. Another new arrival to great for socializing and meeting Sonoma Boulevard. It is open on
dresses, shapewear and the store is the Tatiana brand, which new people with similar interests— Thursdays and Fridays from 2 p.m. to
lingerie (sizes 2 to 26) “used to have a shop on Haight Street, since no experience is needed—it 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m.
inspired by the 1920s, but they closed up, so that created can also be a great foot in the door to 6 p.m.; they are also available by
30’s, 40’s and 50’s. an opportunity for us to bring them for those who have always wanted appointments that you can book
here,” she added. “We carry the to model and want experience. by calling (510) 978-2599 or through
Many can agree that Tatiana purses and clothing line.” its website, where you can have
dressing up in iconic outfits “Anyone who owns a Boutique more individualized attention to
from past decades is a For other accessories, they have Classique outfit and has a fun help you better plan for something
fun and timeless means of necklaces and bracelets, though and inviting energy about them is like a themed wedding or event.
expression, one that extends some of their most interesting welcome to become a volunteer For additional information, visit
past just doing so for special events accessories are their broaches. “Some promo model for events such as local boutiqueclassique.net. To keep up
such as parties, as it has also become of my broaches are limited edition; car shows,” Holzman said. “It’s a with latest vintage trends and updates,
a fashion trend. However, shopping for so there are only a thousand of them great way for others to collaborate, follow them on social media: give
the right vintage clothing can oftentimes made. They are hand-assembled and especially on a like-minded basis. them a “like” on Facebook and follow
be difficult—clothing not being the right painted in Melbourne, Australia. It’s “It’s open to all ages and body their Instagram @BoutiqueClassique.
size, not fitting the theme well enough, not a huge genre in the pin-up industry types—no experience needed.” James Quinn lives in Benicia and
knowing where to look, or the price is far right now,” Holzman said. “I like teaches at Elmer Cave Language
Academy in Vallejo. A UC Davis
too expensive even when buying online … being able to give my customers Speaking of car shows, Boutique alumnus in English, he now
Holzman meets this demand by affordably something that is unique and fun.” Classique takes part in the Vallejo studies education as part of Touro
University’s Master’s in Education
bringing in quality designer brands (i.e., Car Show! A major annual city event program. Along with teaching,
Another big, exciting thing happening downtown (takes up two streets) that he tutors and writes often. He
is working on a novel that takes
at Boutique Classique is the modeling gets a huge turnout; the 2nd Annual place in Benicia. See his website
at mrquinnj.weebly.com.
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