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Thanks to Beyoncé, we’re in a bit of a Texas renaissance. And while the Dallas/Forth Worth area is a fantastic place to find vintage Justin cowboy boots, authentic turquoise jewelry, and a rainbow of broken-in Levis, that’s not all the city has to offer. The home of the first Neiman Marcus and a huge art scene has a long and storied history of loving fashion—and now, vintage lovers can reap the benefits. If you’re into hitting up an estate sale (certainly worth it if one piques your interest), try any of these shops to find something of your own from The Big D.
First, Caitlin Brax will look you up and down. Next, you’ll do a little spin—and then Brax, known locally as “the denim whisperer,” will send you off to the dressing room with an arm full of Levis, Gloria Vanderbilts, and Wranglers (of course, it is Texas after all) that all remarkably just fit.
Address: 2811 North Henderson Ave, Dallas
Courtesy of Dolly Python
You never know what you’re going to find when you wander into this flea market-style store. Founded by Gretchen Bell in 2005, the first half of the shop is dedicated to racks upon racks of men’s and women’s clothing, all divided out by type and era—then further broken down into modern sizing—so it’s easy to find what you’re looking for. To the left, you’ll find a large assortment of cowboy boots and smaller booths that are more like Pandora’s (vintage) box: Velvet Elvis paintings, taxidermy mice wearing tutus, and leopard skin pillbox hats are just a few of the odd delights.
Address: 1914 North Haskell Avenue, Dallas
Photo: Courtesy of Les Muses Vintage
