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Girl on the Wing is a retail boutique specializing in vintage clothing and antiques. The shop is a well-curated collection of“lovely little things” that have been collected over time and from the far corners of the world. Girl on the Wing is the start of something special, a style empire where all good things come together. A lovely, romantic atmosphere where one finds inspiration in the past, music, culture and dreams. A little haven of loveliness, where people can shop, interact, share and play dress up to their heart’s content.

Director and proprietor, Whitney McMeekin, is a graduate of Ryerson University with a BDes in Fashion Communication. Her love of the past and style have taken her through many experiences, both within the fashion industry and in different specialty retail shops. Through her years of learning and taking part in this industry, she has been collecting pieces from every place she goes and has accumulated a collection that offers something for any type of person with an appreciation for style.

Located at 181 King Street East in beautiful Hamilton, Ontario.

Monday, April 29, 2013

Spring Shots (Sneak Peek)

Today we shot the Spring Lookbook that will debut at the shop's grand opening! It was an amazing day with a beautiful team of women. There's nothing I love more than styling shoots and having friends there makes the day that much better!

A huge thank you to my lovely photographer, Heather Manning, who never ceases to amaze with her warm and bubbly personality and trained eye that always ends in those wow shots! Ever since I first saw her work a few years ago, I've been waiting to work with her and I was so lucky to finally get my chance!

On hair and makeup, my longtime friend and collaborator, Ms Christina Spina, is probably the sweetest girl I know and always brings such a calm and cool demeanor to every shoot that helps relax my anxious little heart. She always gets what I'm going for and is such a pleasure to work with.

I also had some amazing help from my new friends, Amanda Cordero and Trisha Topalopoulos. I met both these girls at the Vintage Marketplace a few weeks ago and I truly believe fate brought them to me. Amanda was so helpful with getting the location set up and helping me brainstorm the past week or so. Trish is my styling partner-in-crime, and knows how to accessorize the outfits I put together like no other! So happy to have met these two talented ladies and work on many more projects in the future.

Finally, Imogen and Lindsay from Spot6 were my beautiful and patient models. We asked a lot of them to trek up a bazillion stairs in high heels, and try and look glamorous amid layers of dust and debris. They are both so good at what they do and I see wonderful things in both of their futures.

Can't wait to show you all the final product! Stay tuned...

Thanks to Heather for posting this on her Instagram!

Saturday, April 27, 2013

Two Weeks

Hello all,
I'm so excited to announce it's two weeks until the store opens!!! I've been so busy with renovations, vintage picking and getting the lookbook all ready to go. The temporary website is still up and has all the information about the grand opening, and the official website will launch with the store.

If you're reading this, we already love you here at Girl on the Wing. We'll be having a special "sneak peek" for customers the night before the official opening. Come by on your way to the Art Crawl and check out our Spring Collection! We'll have treats, drinks and special deals for you! Looking forward to seeing you there!



Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Sally sells sandals by the seashore

I've been in love with saltwater sandals for a while now, and once the warm weather hits they never leave my feet. So comfy and classic- I have them in pink and navy. Excited to announce that we will be carrying them this summer! I'll have white, red, navy, pink and tan so start picking out your favourite! Here's me in my baby pinks:



Sunnies

So after buying some amazing sunnies at the Vintage Marketplace this weekend I was inspired to order some vintage-style shades for the shop. Check out three of the styles that I'll be stocking in the coming months. Nothing like a fresh pair of sunglasses to make an outfit!




Hairspiration: SS13 Lookbook

Compiling some inspirations for the Spring Summer lookbook to be shot before the grand opening on May 11th. Loving the 40's/50's hair styles.




Wednesday, April 10, 2013

snail mail

excited to receive some fine notecards and postcard sets from the Black Apple. Keep an eye out for them when the shop opens (May 11th!) and make this the summer where you finally send out those snail mails you've been meaning to. Nothing says "i love you" like a beautiful postcard just because!

flower girls postcard set

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Getting Social

Well it's just over a month away until the grand opening of Girl on the Wing. Keep updated on all shop news, photos, inspirations and sneak peeks by following one of our many social media accounts.

Check them here:






Vintage Marketplace next weekend!

So excited to be a part of the Vintage Marketplace here in lovely Hamilton. It will be my debut to the Hamilton vintage scene so expect some good picks! I'll be bringing some of my favourite vintage garments, vintage-inspired jewelry, lots of retro housewares and a few collected curiosities. The show runs Saturday the 14th and Sunday the 15th from 10am-5pm. See you there!