A Letter from Fred

This summer, Green Shoe Studio in Peoria, Illinois launched an online singer/songwriter contest to work interactively with the talent in their community. Through the contest, they received a unique submission: a manila envelope containing a hand-written letter from a 96-year-old man, Fred Stobaugh, detailing his wonderful life spent with his recently departed wife, Lorraine. The envelope included lyrics for a love song written about Lorraine entitled “Sweet Lorraine,” with Fred explaining that he did not consider himself a musician.

Although the submission did not meet the criteria for the contest, Green Shoe Studio decided to turn Fred’s lyrics into a song by creating original music for “Sweet Lorraine” and recording it in the studio with professional singers... all for free.

As Jake Colgan, producer of Green Shoe Studio says, the recording studio’s mission is “to change the community, one dream at a time.” The song that the studio created, “Oh Sweet Lorraine,” is a beautiful tribute to the 75 years Fred and Lorraine spent together. Thanks to Green Shoe Studio, Fred’s enduring love for Lorraine lives on eternally through song.

If you cried, don't worry. We did too.

Written by Eunice Han

Stockists

Zooey Magazine, Feather and Twine We've had numerous inquiries recently regarding shops becoming stockists. While this isn't something we normally handle, we are honored to be asked and are opening up this opportunity for shops nationwide. If you run a boutique and are interested in carrying Zooey for your readers, contact us for details!

Please email us using the following guideline:

Name - Boutique Name - Address - Customer Age Range - How many copies? - (maximum of 20)

We look forward to having your shops carry Zooey!

Photographed by Feather & Twine

Back to the '70s

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion '70s - can you dig it? This is the second time we've explored seventies-inspired fashion, but this time with a different twist of summer and travel! Jana Cruder photographed this beautiful piece at the Seahorse Inn in Manhattan Beach.

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion

Dress: Jessica B. Shoes: Nina Earrings: Poparazzi

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion

Left Top: Plenty by Tracy Reese Vest: Adrienne Landau Shorts: ASOS Boots: Jeffery Campbell

Right Swimsuit: H&M Jacket: Topshop Sunglasses: Kate Spade Ring: Adorn by Sarah Lewis

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion

Swimsuit: H&M Jacket: Topshop Sunglasses: Kate Spade Ring: Adorn by Sarah Lewis

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion

Dress: Vince Camuto Belt: French Connection Hat: Goorin & Bros. Shoes: Michael Kors Earrings: Henri Bendel Bracelet: T Tahari

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion

Shorts: Alice + Olivia Sweater: H&M Belt: Calvin Klein Necklace: Alfani Headband: Tasha Clutch: Henri Bendel Shoes: Via Spiga

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion

Jacket: Stella McCartney Pants: Stella McCartney Necklace: Carolee Lux Necklace: African market ivory horn Ring: Kate Spade Shoes: Michael Kors

Zooey Magazine, Vintage Fashion

Top: Plenty by Tracy Reese Vest: Adrienne Landau

Photographed by Jana Cruder Styled by Sandy Phan Model: Katherine (Whitehouse Models LA) Hair by Sabrina Sanchez Makeup by Giovanna Dean Prop Styling by Nanci Bennett