Tell us about the new Meeps — what made you decide to buy it? What's your vision for it?
Katerina: "Meeps has been a part of our lives in D.C. for quite some time and the lives of fashionable peeps in the area for the past 20 years. We wanted to make sure to keep that vision going, while infusing it with a sense of new purpose: to become a social, artistic gathering place for movers and shakers in D.C., while continuing to offer the best in affordably priced vintage."

Cathy: "When I moved into the city 11 years ago, I thought [Meeps] was the coolest place ever. I used to spend hours picking out outfits I'd wear to the Black Cat. There's a special place in people's hearts for Meeps, and it is important to us to keep it around for another 20 years."

Tell us a bit about the journey from pop-up shops to a two-store operation.
Katerina: "Long and hard! We gained a wealth of knowledge about the D.C. scene through pop-ups, and having a small, successful shop in a burgeoning shopping corridor has taught us a lot about operating a business. Throughout it all, we've stayed true to our aesthetic vision, and we couldn't have done it without this tight-knit supportive community."

On Cathy, left: Vintage Neiman Marcus blouse, vintage skirt, American Apparel tights, suede booties. On Katerina, right: Bennetton tank, Lauren Manoogian necklace, vintage maxi-skirt, Robert Clergerie platforms.