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With Vegas’ unique fashion history I thought it might be exciting and interesting to see what treasures I could dig up. I discovered The Attic, a perfect representation of past and present styles of the strip. The store was huge, hosting an array of eras, from your grandma’s night-on-the-town costume jewelry to sexy showgirl’s stilettos.

Downstairs is where you’ll find the performance. In house designer Angel Gonzalez explained he has been designing for the Attic since 2000. His unique style can be seen in the clothing created for shows and performances. Ranging from flashy costumes to pageant dresses.





A self taught tailor he says, “I’ve always been interested in fashion and design. I love Vegas and my ability to use my creativity here at the attic”. Angel has designed for many celebrities and performers. The Attic has created special order clothing for the Osborne’s, Cher, and recently
LA ink’s famous Kat Von D.

Rummaging around in the patent leather pants section, I was surprised by a loud “squawk”! Not only does the attic maintain a menagerie of clothes but a small zoo of diva pets. Two parrots are kept in (and on) a flamboyant cage and a cat sporting a rhinestone collar also resides in the house.

Around the corner from the talkative parrots is a small stage. Asking Angel what its used for he explained, “local performances will come in and entertain; we used to host an open mic night”.

Further down the walkway is a mock retro scene where mannequins sport faux ‘fros and gogo boots line the floor.

After trekking up the steep zebra print stairs the scene is a little less indulgent and a little more wearable! Upstairs is where the bulk of the vintage clothes are held, this is where I found my indulgence, a pair of 70’s leather shoes.



The purchase was a success, not only because I’ve received many compliments on them, but because I get to reply with “thanks I got them at this sweet vintage store in Vegas from a man named Angel”.

Thank you sin city.