For the upcoming fall 2011 season, we gathered looks that are inspired from runways and runaways… that come from, as always, a vintage view on contemporary fashion.

More images after the jump!

Shot by Zach Puls, featuring Angelina Castillo, Libby Denault and Lauren Valchuis. All styles are out on the racks, please email petrune@petrune.com with any questions on these looks.

We are so fortunate to be surrounded by a town of such incredible talent. Many thanks to Mathea Millman, be sure to follow her blog for more contemporary and vintage fashion inspiration.

This season we decided to bring back a summer staple of our childhood. Salt-water Sandals made their debut in the 1940s for kids, and then thankfully added a line for adults in 2007. We love how these classics are flexible and immediately comfortable– no breaking in required!

All styles and colors are priced at a wallet-friendly $38, and they’re going fast!

Also included in this collection is a modernized T-Strap silver sandal, sure to add a metallic pop to any beach outfit. Come in and give them a try.

This weekend we ventured out to The Sugar Shack– the best place in Ithaca to grab an icy treat. Not only do they have delicious shaved ice, the shack itself is insanely colorful! We thought it was the ideal place to show off our new round of sunglasses in the store, as well as some beach ready vintage wears.

This 1980s crop top sweatshirt comes straight from “WIPE OUT BEACH U.S.A.”,  and looks best when paired with bold rimmed shades and a rad attitude.

This romper falls right in line with the 80s surfer vibe. The insanity of the neon can barely be captured in a photo, it really glows! Any of our club-master styled glasses complete this stand-out look.

Who says you can only wear one pair? All models shown in this frame come in at least three alternative color options, all currently on the floor.

Channel your inner 1970s grandma with these rose colored specs– they’re massive and entirely too much fun to wear.

While these sunglasses have seen this blog before, we think they pair well with this 60s cut knit dress. The stripes are unexpectedly flattering, and the weight of the fabric is great for cooler summer nights.

Even the pups agree– the shades here at Petrune are perfectly tasteful for summer! As always, our sunglasses run at $15 per pair, or two for $25.

Special thanks to photographer Angelina Castillo and the ladies of The Sugar Shack.

Tonight is the official start of this years Ithaca Festival ! Here’s a peek at our new window celebrating the theme of the festival, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” by William Shakespeare. We’ve been drooling over this dress for a while now, wouldn’t it be the perfect whimsical wedding dress for Hippolyta, Amazonian queen?

Be sure to stop in and say hi, we’ll be here all weekend and might have a few surprises up our sleeves!

As part of our continuing work with local apothecary, Roots Rose Radish, we’ve happily replenished our collection with fresh new products. These vintage inspired shells hold our bergamint lip balm! Adorable and easy to spot in a cluttered purse.

Another of our local favorites, Carrie George, is known for her inspiring up-cycling abilities; turning vintage leather pieces into wearable bags and earrings. This buttery soft blue number has both handles and a cross body strap, and is accented by four differently colored leather highlights!

Finally, we are thrilled to introduce our new line of hand sewn totes by “Maggie Carey Originals”. Not only are they fun and colorful, they are made with incredible attention to detail. At only $25 a piece, they are the perfect gift for Mom (or you!).

We’ve recently received new shipments of spring-ready dresses, like this stunner from Tulle. At only $40, it’s a total steal! Lauren paired this dress with 1960s red cat-eye sunglasses, a red woven purse from the 1970s and red pumps from the 1980s.

We’ve also been busy searching for one of our favorite vintage staples for spring: 1950s sundresses. This sherbet-striped number hits right above the knee, perfect for edging into spring and summer. It’s shown with AJ Morgan sunglasses, one of our new One Swell Gal printed totes, and a collection of vintage bakelite bangles.

For rainy days, we suggest one of our new Tulle raincoats ($85). Isn’t the lining beautiful? We love how it looks with a 1970s crochet knit top, BB Dakota leggings and 1970s Gucci flats.

For a more casual look that will still keep away the spring chill, we’ve paired a green 1970s sweater dress with a classic light washed Levi’s jean jacket.

We love the idea of longer skirts for spring, and this 1940s mid-calf, pleated beauty is the perfect example. Here its shown with an Alternative Apparel lightweight distressed blouse (on sale for $40!), a square 1950s tapestry clutch, and auburn leather 1980s pumps.

Be sure to check back or stop in for more sale news, styling advice and event updates as we swing into spring.

Muse of the month: Peggy Guggenheim, patron of the arts, trend setter, and avid collector of paintings, sculpture, jewelry and men. Her penchant for hanging jewelry on the wall inspired our decorator, Darrell P. to make a Peggy G. wall with some of our more sculptural pieces. Peggy’s jewelry was designed by artists like Alexander Calder and Juan Miro. We hung Victorian era Iroquois bead work, a Chinese embroidered necklace, and a group of beaded handbags dating from 1920′s – 1950′s.

Large Stripes: $80 // Zig Zag: $80

If you want to keep hemlines up this fall,
check out our cropped choices.

Navy: $75

All colors go for $110. Check out those buttons!

Who says it’s hard to stay cozy while looking chic?

Camel with a 70′s flair at Chloé…

…and at Petrune.

70′s printed poly blouse, French wool pants, 50′s leather gloves.

Military inspired at Burberry…

…and at Petrune.

Tulle wool coat, 80′s silk blouse, B.B Dakota skinny pants, ILI foldover leather bag, and Seychelles booties.

50′s ladylike at Louis Vuitton…

…and at Petrune.

Edwardian men’s waistcoat, 1950′s printed circle skirt (with crinoline), 60′s bow kitten heels, 60′s croc handbag.

Minimalist at Calvin Klein…

…and at Petrune.

1960′s wool shift dress with patent belt, leather riding boots.

Photos via style.com