Jul 23, 2024
The Best Vintage Stores in Miami
A bunch of new vintage stores have opened up in Miami. Check them out and more in our updated Miami vintage shopping guide!
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Jul 16, 2024You Can Stay Overnight At This Vintage Store
Imagine staying over at a vintage store. Rose & Rae is a combined vacation rental and vintage shop in an old water tower in Sebastopol, California. Devi Katz tells us how this unique business was born.
Jul 9, 202460 Years of Thrifted Style
Sophia Hall, 60, has worn secondhand clothes all her life. Now she is also a reseller, rescuing quality clothing one piece at a time and finding them new homes.
Jul 2, 2024Four New NYC Vintage Stores to Check Out
Discover new shopping destinations in New York City – these fresh stores cover everything from men’s vintage to y2k slip dresses and designer gems.
Jun 25, 202415 Tips for First Time Flea Vendors
Dreaming of selling at outdoor flea markets? Steve Rush of 5 Star Vintage is known for sharing his knowledge about vintage business on his social media. Here are his best tips for flea newbies!
Jun 18, 2024Obsessing Over 80s & 90s Moschino
Elisa Ferrarini, 44, has one of the most biggest Moschino vintage collections in Italy.
Jun 11, 2024From Friendship to Partnership – How Vintage Store NYC Was Born
Jamie Espino and Josie Filat became friends while vending at a New York flea market. Now they also run a vintage store together.
Jun 4, 2024How To Talk About Fast Fashion
Jade Taylor is a tireless warrior against overconsumption and fast fashion. Here is her best advice on how to talk about fast fashion – with friends and unknown persons alike.
May 28, 2024Collecting Laura Ashley, The Iconic UK Prairie Dress Brand
NYC-based actor and content creator Kelley Heyer loves vintage Laura Ashley cotton dresses. Learn more about this iconic British brand and see Kelley's collection!
May 21, 2024How Linen Beats Cotton In Hot Weather
Breathable linen is a perfect material for the hot and humid summer weather. It is also eco-friendly, hyperallergic, and gets better with age.
May 14, 2024Rugged Retro – Blending Western Wear with Vintage
Robert Waldrup, 39, seamlessly mixes his style with 60s vintage, western wear, and workwear.
May 7, 2024Clothing Swap – How to Make Most Of It
How to attend a clothing swap? We asked a group of swap organizers and attendees to share their tips and advice.
Apr 30, 2024The Guide to NYC Vintage Showrooms
Discover the hidden NYC vintage showrooms with our guide.
Apr 23, 2024Imperfect Idealist – Lily Fang’s Journey Into Sustainable Style
Lily Fang aka Imperfect Idealist discovered a more sustainable lifestyle after living in Europe.
Apr 16, 2024Re-Creating Iconic 90s TV Looks with Secondhand
Kim Selling’s Franshion February project is a celebration of body positivity, 90s fashion, and secondhand.
Apr 9, 2024The Best Reselling Tips from the Gem Community
How to boost and grow your reselling business? Here are 18 tips from our community!
Apr 2, 2024The Sturbridge Show NYC – Museum Quality Finds for the Dedicated
The iconic Sturbridge Show happened in NYC for the second time. The show was smaller than the other NYC shows, but items for sale did not disappoint.
Mar 26, 2024The Thing About Capsule Wardrobes – You Already Have One
Contrary to common belief, there is not one capsule wardrobe that fits every person and style. You can discover and build yours simply by visiting your wardrobe.
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