Set the Vibe - Spread the Joy

Color-obsessed maximalist, backyard-chicken lover, and proud mom to Hank and June. Dawn is a wannabe Italian and loves weight lifting, raw oysters, fashion, and all pizza (in no particular order). After a career as a terrorism analyst with the CIA, she decided creating and collecting beautiful treasures was much more satisfying and founded Something Vintage in her DC basement in 2012. Her wonderful husband Zach manages to embrace the crazy, all the while, now working as Director of Operations for Something Vintage.  

Dawn loves colorful, handcrafted pieces because she believes life is too short for boring, neutral, mass-produced crap. She curates the inventory of Something Vintage, ensuring that all the pieces in our collection are unique and dopamine-inducing. From tinsel-upholstered MCM chairs to aqua blue Pelican coffee tables, the treasures of Something Vintage all have to meet her high bar.

Selected as BizBash’s Industry Innovator in 2022 and DC Magazine Dynamic Women 2023, Dawn has also been at the helm of Something Vintage being selected as Washingtonian’s Best Wedding Vendor and Editor’s Pick for multiple years in a row. Her work has been featured in Martha Stewart, People, and In Style Magazines.

Meet our Director of Sales, Molly! With a true passion for bold tablescapes, linen and pushing the trends in event design, Molly joined the SVR team in May of 2020 as our Director of Sales! With over 13 years in event production and design experience throughout the DMV, she leads our team behind every proposal while building lasting relationships with our clients, checking out the newest venues in town, and developing creative solutions to bring your event decor dreams come to life!

When not behind her computer screen or showing off our Showroom, you can find her leading a team of instructors at Pure Barre Alexandria, traveling with her greatest love, her Shiba Inu pup Josie or headed to a Nats game while exploring a new restaurant or two on her way into the city!

Amy joined the SVR team in December, 2022 and is excited to expand her horizons in the events industry. When she is not at the warehouse, you can find Amy cuddling her lap dog Murtaugh – an 86 pound Rottweiler, or exploring new restaurants in the city with her husband Jeffrey. Amy is originally from the Finger Lakes region of New York and loves spending long weekends there with her family.

Meet Christina Carbone, our ever-so-talented Sales and Design Manager! When she’s not whipping up proposals or crafting some of our most-loved rental packages, you’ll find her doting on her sweet baby boy, Miles, or spending time with her husband, Tony and their pup, Marcel. Christina is passionate about helping animals, community service, and supporting the Alzheimer’s Association. She’s a neutrals girly at heart but the vibrant work environment at SVR has given her a new love & appreciation for color and loves the ability to let her creativity SHINE! If you email us, you’ll probably be talking to the one-and-only Christina, so make sure to say hi!

Current SVR Obsession: The Yukis

Meet Sara, our vibrant Sales & Design Manager! With almost 15 years of experience in the events industry, Sara brings a unique blend of technical and practical expertise to SVR. Her love of design recently took her back to school to complete a program at the New York School of Interior Design, where she gained a new perspective on color theory, fabrics and materials, and style in general. When she’s not crafting up proposals, you’ll find her reading or dreaming of travel, especially to England, where her husband is from. Together for over 10 years, they have two adorable children, Parker and Chloe, and a Pomsky pup named Aspen. Sara’s passion for design, color, and her down-to-earth nature make her an incredible asset to the SVR team. If you’re dreaming up an event, Sara might be the one helping you through the process, so make sure to say hi!

Current SVR Obsession: The Cirque Collection

Ashley is an avid adventure-seeker, and when she’s not planning her next big trip around the world, she’s either running around the city with her dog, Stella, or trying a new Thai restaurant. Her love of all things vintage started at a young age when her family brought her to as many flea markets, yard sales, and estate sales as they could find. With a background in event planning and marketing, Ashley helps with anything and everything related to marketing (with an emphasis on the everything). You will always find her with at least one Adobe program running or her computer at any given time and she is always up for any WordPress challenge you throw at her. She has been with the SVR team since July 2017.

Our social media guru who has most likely stalked your Instagram page. After working in event planning, Lindsay was drawn to Something Vintage where she discovered her love for design and styling. When she’s not whipping up our latest social media post, you can find her traveling the West Coast, somewhere eating Italian food, or homebound laying on the couch with her 2 dogs. Lindsay had been with the SVR team since November 2017.

Meet our Logistics Director-Carly! Proud Basque, crazy about dogs and whales, Carly is an avid reader with a passion for traveling, flower picking, and interior design. Lover of all things velvet and vintage, and always in favor of a whimsical tablescape, she fits right in at SVR. A jack of all trades, Carly assists with everything from taking inventory photos to writing blog posts to answering emails to BBQ runs to organizing the unruliest warehouse areas. She has been with Something Vintage since October of 2017.

Say hello to Amber, our dynamic HR Coordinator! She has a well-rounded background in education, with studies in English, Music Composition & Theory, and HR Management, and has experience as a preschool teacher and nanny, just to name a few! Since joining the SVR team in 2024, she’s excelled at recruiting new hires and helping them flourish in SVR’s fast-paced and fun-loving environment. When she’s not interviewing potential employees, you’ll find her exploring new vineyards or trivia spots with her husband Lorenzo and their sweet pup Bane, or belting out at karaoke with friends. Amber’s easygoing personality and love of learning make her a true asset to our team. If you’re submitting an application to SVR, Amber will be the one you meet, so be sure to say hi!

Current SVR Obsession: The Zazus!

Meet Veronica, aka V! With Persian roots and a Maryland upbringing, she originally studied Culinary Arts in Baltimore before transitioning to a career in operations and has been our dynamic Operations Manager since 2021. She ALWAYS brings good energy, positive vibrations, and great music to the SVR warehouse. She’s a devoted mother to three sons, Sheik-Ali, Ali, and Malik, and enjoys making homemade food and beauty products and cherishes sunny getaways to the white-sandy shores of the Caribbean. You can’t help but smile when interacting with V on deliveries, warehouse pick-ups or even on the phone. Veronica, truly is a bada$$, and we can’t tell you enough how amazing she is. Every person needs a V in their life!

Current SVR Fav: The Prince

Meet Elsy, our multi-talented Linens and Shipping Manager. Originally from El Salvador, Elsy has been with SVR fam since September 2021. When she’s not overseeing loading for our delivery orders or packing up our colorful linen shipments, you’ll find her cooking, spending quality time with her family, or sightseeing across the globe. She’s a devoted soccer fan, especially of FC Barcelona, and enjoys watching her son play. Elsy SHINES at SVR, and is the definition of positivity and good vibes! Be sure to say hello to Elsy and catch her warm smile at the warehouse!

Current SVR Obsession: The Elle & Paulettes

Gus, aka Gusito (Gus-EE-toh) our Warehouse Manager extraordinare. He has worked for us since 2015, starting as a part-time delivery driver and now an incredible manager. He’s a big fan of tie dye, secret maker of incredible sammiches, wonderful dad, and an avid vegetable gardener. When our dear Rosy’s husband passed away, Gus was the first to ask to bring her dinners and meals. His kindness is only matched by his smarts – he always gets orders correct when pulling them and frequently even catches our mistakes! We are so grateful for Gusito! Be sure to say hi to him if you are picking up from our warehouse or if he is delivering to your event!

Meet Sammy, our crazy-talented Inventory & Carpentry Manager! With a BFA in Technical Direction and supplemental education in Scenic Design, Sammy’s background in Project Management and Technical Direction makes her the perfect person to lead our Carpentry Team! Originally from Maryland, Sammy has lived a bit all over, from Wichita to Pittsburgh, but currently resides in Germantown MD. When she’s not quoting and planning our new builds, you’ll find her gaming on her PC, creating watercolors & collages, loving on her sweet guinea pig Honey and Toffee, or practicing new tricks on her hula hoop! Sammy’s passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, arts education, and LGBTQIA rights, and is dedicated, empathetic, and always eager to learn. She joined the SVR team in 2022 and we can’t imagine a world without her! If you find yourself inquiring about a custom build, say hi to Sammy as she will be the one designing up the magic!

Current SVR Obsession: Teddy & Ruxpin!

Adrienne has worked with SVR for a year, repairing everything that comes into disrepair; from our custom bars to our vintage furniture. Recently she has also taken on upholstering some of our pieces as well! She started her career out in theatre and props, which allowed her the opportunity to study and hone various skills that help her with creatively coming up with ways to repair some of SVR’s most beloved pieces. When not in the carpentry shop, you can find her at home, giving snuggles to her cat Oliver and playing a variety of video games. A homebody, she also enjoys drawing, puzzles, board games and the occasional Dungeons & Dragons.

Meet Amina, our ever-so-talented, China + Pottery Manager! She joined our team back in 2021 and we can’t imagine a world without her! Her quick learning and attention to detail has TRANSFORMED our china department, and through her ambition and creativity, she has created many of our beloved pieces, including our tinsel furniture and in-house plate collections. Seriously, we could probably write a novel about all the great things Amina has done and it still wouldn’t be enough! When she’s not absolutely rocking & rolling at SVR, you’ll find her indulging in shawarma, cheering on the Barcelona Soccer team, or traveling across the globe with her husband, Azad, and their three amazing children: Mustafa, Hiba, and Mahmoud. As a Syrian refugee who fled the war of Aleppo, we are truly in awe of Amina and all the incredible things she’s done. She is truly a force of nature and one of the most talented, passionate, and determined people we know! If you admire any of our tinsel pieces, then make sure to send thanks to Amina!

Current SVR Fav: Anything Tinsel!

If you have admired our furniture, it’s likely Rosy had a big hand in it! In the three years she has worked for us, she has refinished our vintage pieces, cleaned our new upholstery, and worked her magic anywhere that’s needed. More than anyone, Rosy exemplifies our Something Vintage brand. She has a beaming, radiant smile, always exudes joy, and brightens every room she walks into. Simply put, we treasure Rosy!

Say heyyy to Keshawn, aka “Key” or “Keygotti”! Originally from Oxon Hill, Maryland, he’s been a driving force at SVR since 2018, starting as a Warehouse + Delivery Team Associate before rising to become one of our dynamic Delivery Team Leads in 2021! When he’s not cruising up and down the East Coast delivering our vibrant rentals, you’ll catch him gaming, crafting mouthwatering homemade meals, or cheering on one of his favorite teams: the Washington Commanders and OKC Thunder. With his contagious energy and 1000-watt smile, Keshawn is sure to brighten anyone’s day – don’t forget to say hey if you’re lucky enough to have him on your delivery or pick-up for your event!

Current SVR Obsession: The Malbec

Meet Phil, or “Big Philly” as Veronica likes to call him (he’s neither big nor from Philly, lol), our dedicated Delivery Team Lead! Joining the SVR family back in 2018 as a Delivery Team Member, his calm and cool demeanor, punctuality, and sense of responsibility quickly propelled him through the ranks. When he’s not delivering your favorite SVR rentals, you’ll find him cheering on his beloved Dallas Cowboys. Phil is truly one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet, and we are so lucky to have him! Next time you’re expecting a delivery or pick-up from SVR, Phil might be your guy, so make sure to say hi!

Current SVR Fav: Shiloh Bar

Buck joined the SVR team back in July 2019 and has quickly became one of the family! You’ll often find him in the back chatting with our carpenter on the latest build, double-checking orders on deliveries, or hearing his laugh throughout the warehouse. His laid-back, kind-hearted temperament is what we strive for at SVR and wouldn’t know what we’d do without him!

Tomeka joined our team as a Delivery Team Member in 2018, was quickly promoted to Delivery Team Lead, transitioned to be an assistant in our pottery studio, and then became a member of our loss + recovery team! If you admire our handmade plate collections, it’s likely Tomeka helped create them! She recently became a mom to a sweet daughter and also has her real estate license!