An Orange Moon

312.450.9821 or 773.664.3704

RE-MIX & RE-IMAGINE

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Opening Night 11/11/11

It's official!

We opened our doors to you on:

11/11/11

We couldn't have picked a better community!
Look at what the
West Bucktown Neighborhood Association wrote about us!

Fall 2011
Volume II, Issue 3

In This Issue...
Click on a title to jump directly to the story, or simply scroll down to read the newsletter in its entirety.

There's a New Moon Rising In West Bucktown

There's a New Moon Rising In
West Bucktown

"I’m an orange moon,
I’m brighter than before,
And I shine so bright,
Because I reflect the light of my sun."

Being able to see and appreciate the true beauty in another soul is a thematic undertone in singer Erykah Badu’s passionate “Orange Moon.”

But being able to see and appreciate the true beauty in vintage furniture, with its exquisite dove-tailing, beautiful hard wood, and smooth patina? That’s the passion of Lynne and Ty McDaniel, who aptly named their high-end vintage furniture store “An Orange Moon” after Badu’s soulful song.

IMAGE: Vintage furniture.

A Chicago native, Lynne grew up visiting the open-air markets of Maxwell Street every Sunday after church with her family. It was there that she first developed her keen eye for spotting unbelievable treasures.

“My father was a real estate broker who owned hotels on the south side,” she adds. “Whenever I needed pocket money, he’d encourage me to go find something to sell from one of the buildings he was renovating. Vintage brass bedframes, French chairs, Victorian dressers – you name it, there was always something old and beautiful waiting to be discovered.”

Ty also grew up in Chicago a mere 8 blocks from Lynne, but the two didn't meet until years later when she completed her psychology practicum at his Bucktown practice. They later married, and in the process of setting up their home together, Ty developed his own love for Mid Century Modern design.

IMAGE: Lynne & Ty McDaniel

Lynne and Ty were both clinical psychologists in 2009 when they left their successful careers behind them to follow their hearts and open An Orange Moon on 59th Street. The store quickly garnered legions of loyal fans drawn to their eclectic mix of home furnishings, including Mid Century Modern, Danish Modern, French, Mission, Victorian, Art Deco, Industrial, and Shabby Chic pieces. Today, the south side’s loss is West Bucktown’s gain as An Orange Moon opens its new doors this week at 2418 W. North Ave.

“We found that our core clientele tends to come from the Bucktown, Ukranian Village, Wicker Park, East Village and Logan Square areas,” notes Lynne. “Getting to the south side can be a bit of a haul with traffic. So rather than make Muhammad come to the mountain, we decided to bring the mountain here.”

Their mount IMAGE: An Orange Moon furniture.

ain, as such, is now housed in a former North Ave. recording studio that the couple has completely gutted and rehabbed. Gone are the ugly iron bars that used to cover the building’s facade, and in their place is a gleaming windowed storefront that beckons passersby inside.

“What sets us apart from other vintage retailers is our broad selection of high-quality furnishings in impeccable condition at affordable prices,” Lynne emphasizes. “We source smart, and we’re able to pass those savings along to our clients. Great prices, high style – that’s what we’re all about.”

People may come for the vintage furniture bargains, but it's Lynne’s contagious enthusiasm for her craft – coupled with An Orange Moon’s uber hip, cool vibe – that keeps folks coming back. Pop into the store on any given evening, and you’ll be handed a glass of tequila or an ice-cold Corona to enjoy as you browse. “We want you to feel at home as you re-imagine your living space,” says Lynne.

See for yourself how An Orange Moon can help you create your own design adventure! Join Lynne and Ty on Friday, November 18 for their “re-mixed and re-imagined” grand opening party from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. Guests will enjoy live music, food and drinks provided by West On North, gift bags, and more! Mention this article and receive 15% off your purchase of $100 or more.

An Orange Moon
Uber Hip Vintage Furniture and Design
2418 W. North Ave.
www.anorangemoon.com

An Orange Moon

2418 W. NORTH AVE

Chicago,IL 60647

Monday-Closed

Tuesday 12-6p

Wednesday 12-6p

Thursday 12p-7p

Friday 12p-7p

Saturday 11a-7p

Sunday 12p-5p

312.450.9821 or 773.664.3704

RE-MIX & RE-IMAGINE

Thursday, November 3, 2011

BOOM!

An Orange Moon

2418 W. NORTH AVE

Chicago,IL 60647

Monday-Closed

Tuesday 12-6p

Wednesday 12-6p

Thursday 12p-7p

Friday 12p-7p

Saturday 11a-7p

Sunday 12p-5p

312.450.9821 or 773.664.3704

RE-MIX & RE-IMAGINE

Monday, October 31, 2011

AOM OPENING UPDATE

Hello Modernists!

Someone called me a name on Sunday--the "Queen of Change."

And no, it wasn't from our "Million Dollar Contractors." HAHAHAHAHA.

What a moniker! I've been called a lot of things--"Queen Bee," & just "Queen. "Now "Queen of Change." As a former Clinician, you know what we say:

CHANGE IS GOOD.

What a lovely compliment!

Shop Update!

This new store transition is definitely a character builder!! Who knew I'd learn so much about myself. This weeks lesson: Patience. Gentle Readers, hang with us. We are getting there in such a beautiful way! We will be open early next week.

Flashback

As a child I was an avid reader. We received the Daily News, Chicago Defender, Chicago Tribune, Chicago American, Southtown Economist & Muhammad Speaks daily & Sundays. Every Autumn the Trib always ran the cartoon above. Do you remember?

An Orange Moon

2418 W. NORTH AVE

Chicago,IL 60647

Monday-Closed

Tuesday 12-6p

Wednesday 12-6p

Thursday 12p-7p

Friday 12p-7p

Saturday 11a-7p

Sunday 12p-5p

312.450.9821 or 773.664.3704

RE-MIX & RE-IMAGINE

Monday, October 24, 2011

AOM'S NEW SHOWROOM @ 2418 W. NORTH AVE OPEN EARLY NOVEMBER

"I got the moves like Jagger" LOVE THAT SONG!

Mr. AOM holding a 24 X 12 piece of matte/mission green tile for the new dance floor. We chose that tile because you can twirl & spin without slippage.

This is really just a friendly reminder that AOM has a NEW showroom at 2418 W. NORTH AVE, & the showroom on 59th street is now CLOSED. Look for us to open early November at the NEW location. For up to the minute news please visit this blog regularly.

Read my "I Met Andy Warhol" short on the blog. YES, it's a true story.

We open the new location in early November, which translates to--how long will it take for the hardwood floors to dry from three coats of polyurenthane?

3 days or an entire week?

The stage is going up today & should be complete by Tuesday. A stage? Yes we look forward to offering different venues such as:

An Orange Moon After Dark

Live Jazz Jam Sessions & Spoken Word gatherings. Dig it!

AOM By Design

Collaborating with Vintage shops in the Wicker Park/Bucktown community

Art shows & classes, Upholstery classes from Chicagolands very best!

Lectures on art, architecture, music, & furniture in film through the decades!

Yes I'm a HUGE film buff!

Please sign up at newsletter@anorangemoon.com for dates.

Orange Moon Underground

Newlyweds, Bachelors, Chicago transplants! An Orange Moon Underground offers you the opportunity to source with us! We offer around town shopping excursions for groups of 10. Enjoy the privilege of being squired around Chicago in air conditioned luxury complete with complimentary adult beverages. Shop the best vintage furniture, fabric shops & secret Interior Design Salons Chicago has to offer! Meet craftsmen, select fabrics, choose lighting or purchase furnishings on the spot! At Midday, let's stop for an exquisite lunch on Chicago's Mag Mile or delectable little untapped city eatery. I promise to take you to locations you never knew existed! Once you return home, you'll find your newly purchased treasures awaiting your arrival. Need help arranging your new finds? We're here to assist you. Don't want a crowd? Private sourcing welcomed! Lets hit it!! Sign up at info@anorangemoon.com for tours.

HARD OPENING PARTY NOVEMBER 18TH!

MUSICAL GUEST, "THE DEVIL DOGS."

Mistress of Ceremonies

Lynne McDaniel

After Party @ West on North.

Thanks for everything & STAY TUNED...

LOVE,

"L"

An Orange Moon

2418 W. NORTH AVE

Chicago,IL 60647

Monday-Closed

Tuesday 12-6p

Wednesday 12-6p

Thursday 12p-7p

Friday 12p-7p

Saturday 11a-7p

Sunday 12p-5p

312.450.9821 or 773.664.3704

RE-MIX & RE-IMAGINE

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

I MET ANDY WARHOL Chapter I

"In the future, everybody will be world famous for 15 minutes."

Met him in the subway at Chicago Ave. & State. It was 6:30am on a Saturday morning. The train was pulling into the station as I stood and pulled my duffle bag tight. I was sipping a cup of coffee, trying to get myself together for an early morning ballet class. I peered over my cup at the uncomfortable site amongst the subway tile. I knew it was him immediately. There he stood dressed in his typical attire--a Brooks Brothers crumpled trench coat, biscuit-toed Italian leather flats & a platinum, short "Goldie Hawn" styled wig. He sported his signature scowl he developed in his later years.

He walked slowly to the train doors with his hands jammed hard in his pockets. As the train stopped, we were eye to eye as the doors opened. I moved my duffle bag to the side and tried to step off the train onto the platform, but he wouldn't move. It was almost as if he was searching for his prey of the day, and I was it! I hit him hard in the abdomen and he let out a small gasp. Those of you that know me well, know that I'm not civil until I've had my first cup of Joe. I'm better now, but then, not so much. Not to worry, Andy quickly regained his composure and stepped to the side. No longer did I need coffee, my adrenaline had kicked in. I exited the train and watched the other girls from my ballet class race up the stairs.

An Orange Moon

2418 W. NORTH AVE Chicago,IL 60647

Monday-Closed

Tuesday 11a-6p

Wednesday 11a-6p

Thursday 12p-7p

Friday 12p-7p

Saturday 11a-7p

Sunday 12p-5p