Monthly Archives: April 2010

Jeans, A Faded Blue Planet Documentary Film

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Gina

Jeans, A Faded Blue Planet is an upcoming documentary film by Thierry Aguila that explores the history, economics, culture, industry and psychology of jeans. The film showcases jeans manufacturing in various countries, denim collectors and artisinal jeans producers. Lynn Downey, … Continue reading →

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Converse All-Stars

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Gina

Produced since 1917, Converse All-Stars are the most popular sports shoe in the world.  Many people refer to All-Stars as “Chuck Taylor’s.”  The shoes’ namesake is best known for being a basketball player, a well-known fixture in the American sports … Continue reading →

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Rocket Room’s Best Dressed: Spring 2010

Posted on April 24, 2010 by Gina

Everybody at the Rocket Room Was Rockin’ It Old School! Here’s the Night’s Best Dressed Who’s your favorite? C’mon don’t be shy. Vote! © Copyright 2010 Americana

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Americana’s Got Vintage Pendleton Shirts

Posted on April 22, 2010 by Gina

A Pendleton Shirt is just what you need when spring snow flurries are in the air. But it’s never too late in the season for a Pendleton. This summer, you can even wear it as a beach cover-up, just like … Continue reading →

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Bobby Socks

Posted on April 20, 2010 by Gina

Bobby socks are all-American socks that are created when white, elasticized, calf-length socks are turned down when worn.  Bobby socks can be plain or with lace, bows or any other decoration. Bobby socks were first worn by women in the … Continue reading →

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Americana’s Western Shirts Selection Is as Big as Texas!

Posted on April 17, 2010 by Gina

Everybody needs a cool Western shirt to help them get their spring swagger on, right?! So check out Americana’s Online Shop to see the Texas-size selection of ladies & men’s shirts we’ve got for you. We have all the famous … Continue reading →

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Baseball Jackets Galore!

Posted on April 15, 2010 by Gina

We’ve just put up loads of baseball jackets to our Online Shop!  We’ve got all the best *Made in America* brands, including Dunbrook, WestArk, Auburn, Hartwell, DeLong, Holloway and AristoJac by Hilton. To learn more about the baseball jacket’s history … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek at Americana’s Web Shop Expansion

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s got a killer update to our Online Shop coming your way this week. We’ll have lots of sizes & styles of your favorite American vintage classics, including these one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. And we’ll be adding new stuff all the … Continue reading →

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Saddle Oxfords a.k.a. Saddle Shoes

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Gina

After seeing Betty Lou’s saddle oxfords, I was inspired to write about the history and interesting facts of one of my favorite classic American shoes… Considered to be the grandfather of modern athletic footwear, saddle oxfords are one of the … Continue reading →

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Truly Americana Music: The Drive-By Truckers

Posted on April 9, 2010 by Gina

The Drive-By Truckers is probably one of the best American roots rock bands around today. Their music is sometimes humorous, sometimes haunting and always honest about America & specifically the Deep South–their home & mine. They blend arena rock-style guitars, … Continue reading →

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