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Third coast is the best coast ;)

Great Lakes ladies, Great Plains ladies...they don't preface our location with GREAT for nuthin!

Let's share our favorite things, our favorite finds! You know those west coast gals secretly hate us cause we have all the vintage treasures at GREAT prices :P hahaha j/k

Location: Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, South Dakota, North Dakota,Minnesota, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Michigan, Ohio, Kansas
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Latest Activity: Jan 25, 2016

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Welcome Midwest Mavens!

Who's from the Midwest?!

What are some of your favorite shops, vintage stores, resale shops to patronize?

What are the best hot rod shows/weekenders to check out?!

Here's the place to promote the THIRD COAST!---THE BEST COAST!

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Get your pinup on at Fong Fest in suburban Chicago Saturday, September 12

Started by Helen Alice Aug 6, 2015. 0 Replies 0 Likes

I would be at this for sure but have to be at a wedding that weekend. But YOU need to put this on YOUR calendar. Music, drinks, tiki style, vendors and more music. Plus Chinese food.…Continue

Viva Las Vegas 2015

Started by Angela Bailey. Last reply by Helen Alice Mar 14, 2015. 1 Reply 0 Likes

Good evening Darlings, I just got the message from Helen about vlv. I am going and I think it would be grand if all the ladies going could meet up for pictures. This is my first time going, So I am…Continue

Chicago Pinup Parade

Started by Mel D. Last reply by Mel D Jun 10, 2014. 4 Replies 0 Likes

I see someone sent out an email or something about organizing a Pinup Parade in Millennium Park, but I'm unable to find the post or email on this site. I just want to say that I think that's a great…Continue

Best Vintage/Reproduction Shops in Chicago

Started by Ruby Spencer Jun 9, 2014. 0 Replies 0 Likes

Hi Ladies!I've been trying to do some research online for the best vintage and/or reproduction shops in Chicago. Anyone have any great ones that they love?Continue

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Comment by Fanny Freckles on May 13, 2013 at 6:43pm: Sweet! Mine is a 52 Packard that will one day shoot flames. ;-)

Comment by Michelle on May 15, 2013 at 4:33am: Thanks ladies from the Twin Cities, MN for sharing where you go. Now I have a lot of destinations for a lady's/mom's night out. As a mom of 3 young kids I don't put a lot of money in my clothing budget or have time to shop by myself. I love going to the thrift stores and finding thrift like peices for my kids or I that do not cost a lot. I have had a lot of fun in vintage stores in DC when visiting my sister-in-law. I am excited to take my 3 and 5 year old girl to the stores you have suggested in Minneapolis and St. Paul. If I have a special event I usually order from PinUpGirlClothing.com but I am excited to find more time to add to my daily wardrobe.

Comment by Helen Alice on September 10, 2013 at 7:54am: When in Chicago, you must visit two suburban spots. The Hala Kahiki tiki bar and Chef Shangri-La Restaurant.

Comment by Ariana Bayer on February 27, 2014 at 6:31am: Hello ladies! I am from oshkosh wisconsin. Love PUG!

Comment by Helen Alice on February 27, 2014 at 6:37am: Welcome Ariana. Tell us where you go in WI to do the pinup thing.

Comment by Ariana Bayer on February 27, 2014 at 6:54am: Mostly its just how I dress up. I am a body piercer and graphic designer so I wear more casual outfits to work, jeans and cardigans, and if ever there is a wedding or special event or date, I do it to the 9s. I have heard of Symco basically being the best car show event. I havn't been though many of my friends have and they love it. There is a pin-up contest there every year. There is also Rumblefest in Amherst, Wisconsin.

Comment by Devyn Beth on May 14, 2014 at 11:05am: Hello everyone! I'm from Kansas City!

Comment by Fi Fi La Roux on August 5, 2014 at 11:39am: Hi! My boyfriend and I are visiting Chicago the 1st week of October - any recommendations of bars, events etc.? Many Thanks :)

Comment by Jerusha Cardimona-Kaffine on August 29, 2014 at 1:11pm: Hello Ladies I'm from Canton, Michigan! Looking for excellent vintage shops in the greater Detroit area...any recommendations?