![]() Trying to do so many custom pieces, it took too long so sew each piece and we only had 6 in-house seamstresses. We did that because we were getting so busy and at that point we were losing money. We were making clothes custom up until about 2003, I think and then we switched to production. If you have ever watched the movie Swingers, it is pretty much the precursor to big pinup, vintage scene that is happening now. The first 2 years, one of the reasons we didn't launch the website was because I was very busy, doing commissions for people. I was starting to make my friends clothes. From that point, I actually got pretty decent. It was the late 90s and I'm a punk rock chick, and I couldn't find anything in the stores that fit my style, so from there I decided to make clothes for myself. So, from there, I started making my own clothes. I didn't start out using a lot of fabrics, while learning to sew, so in case I would mess it up because if you mess it up, you can start over. You don't have to worry about their shape. They are little barrels with arms and legs. I truly recommend that if anyone wants to sew, definitely get a baby. ![]() Once you learn how to make a pattern for baby clothes, you tend to learn more from there. So, at first I was just making baby clothes. After I learned the basics, I decided to get a sewing machine and just started progressing from there. So, I had my husband's mom give me a couple of sewing lessons, so she did. I was so intrigued that I decided that I wanted to make clothes for my baby. I thought they were gorgeous and adorable. I was pregnant with my first daughter in 1996 and I received some baby clothes from my aunt for my baby shower. We started in 1997, but we didn't launch the website until 1999. (Q) For all of those fashion fanatics reading this interview, can you tell them a little more about Pinup Girl Clothing? I am also curious to know, what inspired you to create this store? Tell me a little more about this. The timeless designs are classic, but yet have such a modernized appeal to them which I truly love. It's almost as if it brings me back to a different time. First and foremost, I just want to say that everything at Pinup Girl Clothing is just so fabulous. How are you? It's great to finally talk to you. Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with the woman who started it all, the amazing Laura Byrnes. As one of the best places to shop, they offer an extensive selection of timeless classics that have been modernized to captivate your inner and outer hauteness. ![]() Located in the heart of California lies the best selection of vintage designs and representations of the retro era, Pinup Girl Clothing. ![]()
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