Once more for the manatees

If you know me at all, you know I am very concerned for endangered species, probably none more than the manatee.

Manatees are gentle aquatic mammals, herbivores that are most closely related to the elephant. Although they are not as well understood as dolphins, in studies they have shown similar intelligence. They are endangered, numbering only about 4,480. With no natural enemies, manatees are often killed by boat strikes along with other mostly accidental human causes.

Population viability studies carried out in 1997 found that decreasing adult survival and eventual extinction would be a probable future outcome for Florida manatees, without additional protection. Fortunately, the work of concerned citizens and organizations has brought the Florida manatee population up from critically endangered, but their existence is still tenuous.

The Save the Manatee Club is the manatee’s closest ally. SMC’s role is to protect endangered manatees and their aquatic habitat for future generations. To achieve this mission they work to increase public awareness and education; sponsor manatee research, rescue, rehabilitation, and release efforts; and advocate for strong protection measures, such as boat speed zones, and sanctuaries. SMC also supports research and conservation efforts for other sirenian species around the world.

Starting today, and for the next two weeks, 25% of all my sales will go to the Save the Manatee Club, and I have collected some sea-theme vintage just to tempt you! Please help me help these wonderful animals.

50s fish print cotton circle skirt

60s Enid Collins-style bag

Pink rhinestone fish pin

Please visit denisebrain.com and shop any of my stores to help manatees through the end of April.

It's still Manatee month at denisebrain!

Don't forget: 25% of the proceeds from my sales in August will go to the Save the Manatee Club.

It's a great time to find yourself some great vintage clothing, and help endangered manatees at the same time!


May I tempt you?

ca. 1930 silk panné velvet jacket

1940s artist palettes and flowers novelty print dress

40s peep-toe platform shoes by I. Miller

40s dress with dramatic metal studs, and hat by Evelyn Varon

I thank you...the manatees thank you!

With the help of my wonderful customers and a matching business sponsor, last night I was able to donate $290 to the Emergency Rescue Fund of the Save the Manatee Club.

Thank you so much! I'm overjoyed!!

Manatees continued...

Today's the final day of my manatee promotion, and I have great news: A business sponsor will match every dollar I am able to earn for the manatees!

25% of all my sales this week (Etsy, eBay and web store) will go to the Emergency Rescue Fund of the Save the Manatee Club, and now that sum will be doubled!

Please have a look at my Etsy store, because today (the last day of this promotion) I will chip in the domestic postage, and will offer $6.00 off any international shipment. If you see something you like, go ahead and purchase it and I'll reimburse your postage.

denisebrain on Etsy

Thank you so much for your help!!

Save the manatee!

Q: What's the connection between manatees and vintage clothing?

A: Me, for one!

Some of you may know that I care a lot about manatees, and right now, due to the long cold spell in the Southeast, manatees are in dire need of rescue and rehabilitation.

Over the course of this week (April 2-9) I will donate 25% of all my sales (web store, eBay and Etsy) to help with this emergency need. www.denisebrain.com

Please read this message from the Save the Manatee Club's Director of Science and Conservation for more information.


Please help me help the manatees!