January 20, 2009 at 11:00am
KRISTA CURRY: THIS PLACE ROCKS >>>
Oh, God. How I want those platform shoes.
Those tiny, tiny, probably size 4 red patent leather platform shoes for $36. They've got to be three inches off the ground and were originally from Nordstrom â€" the label doesn't look like it does now, though. Do I need red patent leather platform shoes that my foot couldn't fit into even if it were bound? That I would never have the courage to wear even if they did fit? Shockingly, it takes me a few minutes to realize that no … no I don't.
I have similar struggles with many other items in Funkoma Vintage on Tacoma's Antique Row. Do I need a third pair of saddle shoes? But they're only $10! Do I need orange heels? I almost buy them because they're in my size. $21, Nickels brand. No. Leave the shoes alone.
I find a men's blue suede button-up (or some kind of texture like that) shirt from the '60s for $30. And hey! They've got the bell-bottoms to go with it. I also love the leather vest with a mesh back for $15 (mostly because it's hilarious) â€" oh, and no worries: it's unisex!
I save the dresses-and coats-side of the room for last. A pink, formal floor-length dress (that I had a dream about last night, no joke) is $18. A white leather blazer that I'm finding impossible to describe but involves bows is $18, and a sheepskin coat is $29.
Damn, this place is cool. I wasn't positive where it was from the street, though. Look for the sign that says "Vintage Clothing" and prepare to spend money.
[Funkoma Vintage & Amocat Antiques, 712 Broadway, Tacoma, 253.830.4891]
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