Designer + Curator of Velvet Moon / Gina Marie Landes I was an imaginative child who wore mix matched socks and picked dandelions in the outfield while others played ball. Since I was a young girl, I consumed most of my time exploring new creative outlets and dreaming of where destiny might take me. One might say, I had an enjoyable case of wanderlust. At the age of 18 I moved to the sunny coast of California where I studied design. A few years later I packed a suitcase and left for NYC where I fulfilled an internship researching fashion trends and concepts. Following my graduation, I spent some time traveling through Europe and figuring out what was next. In each city I spent most of my time exploring flea markets, visiting parks, collecting crystals, meeting new people, and evoking inspiration. Eventually it was my heart that lead me back to my roots in Minnesota. In 2009, I was ready to pursue my dream of designing a clothing line; I called it Gina Marie Vintage. As a long time thrifting fanatic, my love for vintage garments was evident. I wanted to create a brand of clothing that was timeless, not trendy, and focused on quality over quantity. Read more here: http://www.shopvelvetmoon.com/pages/about-us