Weinman’s store in Dunmore, PA is located just next to the Dunmore Candy Kitchen, and while I wasn’t in the market for any Men’s or Women’s Apparel, I had some time on the parking meter and was intrigued enough by the Antiques, etc. sign to poke my head in the door.
As soon as I saw the store interior looking like it hadn’t been touched since 1974 (a good thing in my book) I could not stop myself from stepping back in time and checking out the time capsule retail decor, signage and perhaps an antique or two. Who could resist those cheery colors and metallic striped wallpaper? Why, it was like stepping into a Sid & Marty Krofft special!
Little did I know that once I entered I would encounter one of the more charming salesmen I’ve met in recent years, Mr. Robert “Bob” Weinman himself, as well as his sweet wife Karen. Here he is standing in front of their very clever way of displaying the affordable costume and vintage jewelry they have on sale in the store. This photo also shows why I don’t take more people photos, and to Mr. Weinman, I do apologize – for not realizing your eyes were not open, and for not having the common sense to snap a few extra photos, just to be sure. DER!)
He insinuated himself into my good graces at once by referring to me as a “young lady” but was on thin ice when he tried to eyeball my clothing size. Word to the wise, always under-estimate the number!
After the food I had eaten so far on this NEPA research trip, I contemplated buying a “duster” and just letting myself go, but Retro Roadhusband will be pleased to know that I reined in that impulse and simply snapped a photo of these cheery housecoats. Their color scheme and patterns (as well as price!) were in total keeping with the throwback 1970’s vibe. Very Brady Bunch!
Mr Weinman is in charge of making sure folks know about the clothing they have, from the likes of Lands End, Talbots and more while the Mrs. is in charge of the antiques area of the store. I saw scores of old Life Magazines ready to be sorted, and some cheery vintage post cards that I struggled mightily not to add to my ever growing yet random collection.
Through the charm of Mr. Weinman I did walk out with a black long sleeved top, to add to my vast collection of black long sleeved tops. The price was well worth exploring this place (which would make a great filming location!) and participating in the sales banter and attentive service that you don’t always get nowadays.
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