Connecting people through style and sustainability.
After years of selling vintage clothing from pop-ups under the name Vintage Salvation, Nicole Trower decided to expand by opening a brick-and-mortar shop in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. Today, we're proud to share with you our collection of unique vintage and slow fashion clothing, accessories, and home goods for the conscious consumer.
Our Team
Nicole Trower
Owner/Buyer/Photographer
Growing up on a farm in Iowa has always been a huge source of inspiration and pride for me. My vintage obsession started while studying photography in college. I'm a nostalgia junkie - I love old photos, old clothes, old stories, you name it! Happiness to me is time spent making memories with my closest friends and family.
Sara Johansen
Marketing Manager
I’m a lover of many things, but my favorites are film photography, styling outfits, music and everything Iowa State. I have way too many film cameras and Polaroids, so don’t be surprised if you see me with one. I’m a Midwest girl through and through, but the travel bug is always in me! That said, I’m often happiest at home with a good book.
Connor Grau
Head of REWORKED Production & Technical Design
My lifelong passion has been fashion and design. Outside of design, I enjoy coffee, films, and books, and I definitely appreciate a cozy night in with my cat. I am also heavily inspired by nature and the outdoors.Creatively, I spend a great deal of time sketching, sewing, and developing new concepts. I am particularly interested in surface design and fabric manipulation. Creating and utilizing unique textiles is a fundamental element that inspires me to elevate my design work.
Tori Watts
Visual Merchandiser & Website Manager
Ever since I can remember, I have always loved fashion. Over the past few years, I started to focus on the true importance and meaning behind it. More specifically, how to embrace it the right way. I am so proud to work for a small shop that carries brands who do so much good for the world. Apart from my love for style, I enjoy feeding all my backyard friends, mostly consisting of squirrels. I am the best version of me when I am helping others.
Styling & Photography Services
A one-on-one styling session with the owner and buyer of Preservation.
If you have pieces in your closet that you are unsure how to style, tyring to curate looks for the upcoming season or travel, this is a great place to start. Pre-pull pieces of interest and we will help build cohesive pairings within your existing wardrobe and offer a small shopping list of suggestions to add versatility to your looks. Every styling session includes a complimentary 20% off coupon for a future purchase at Preservation.
A one-on-one closet clean-out and styling session with the owner and buyer of Preservation.
Needing a full closet overhaul and a little styling advice? Nicole will help you simplify your wardrobe by editing and removing unwanted, unflattering and outdated items to create new refreshed pairings using your remaining wardrobe. We will talk about what you love to wear, what you hate to wear and most importantly, why. We will also offer a small shopping list of suggestions to add versatility to your updated wardrobe. We will even take care of donating your unwanted items. Every closet edit includes a complimentary 30% off coupon for a future purchase at Preservation.
A private photography shoot for portraits, fashion, and everything in between.
Nicole has been working as a professional photographer since 2005. Her portrait style is timeless yet modern, much like the vibe at the shop. She specializes in portraits, fashion, and everything in between. The studio is our headquarters for shoots + consultations, but shoots also happen on location all over Des Moines and the US.
To inquire or book a photo session call (515) 721 0579.
