Sep 5, 2023
Thrifting 70s Vintage in Jakarta
Indonesian Rayn Amrillah, 23, loves flamboyant 70s and 80s looks. Most of his clothes are thrifted at the Jakarta flea markets.
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Style, travel, and all things secondhand
Aug 29, 2023High Fashion Thrift – Unlocking The Potential of Secondhand
Style architect Brownie Brown is on a mission to redefine what people think about thrifting through her styling and upcycling work.
Aug 22, 2023Bullet Bra – The 50s Fashion You Either Love or Hate
Bullet bra was a short-lived fashion trend that still fascinates people. Emma Benitez of Nylon Nostalgia shares more about its history.
Aug 15, 2023New Wave of Upcyclers – How Gen Z Makes New Out Of Old
Get to know Gen Z upcyclers, curated by podcast host Lexi Ciagne, 23.
Aug 8, 2023Lisbon Vintage & Thrift Store Guide
Lisbon is an amazing city for vintage shopping. You could easily arrive with an empty suitcase and leave with it filled to the brim with awesome vintage finds.
Aug 1, 2023Best Tips for Resellers – How, Where, and What
For style-lovers who buy and sell pre-loved pieces fashion resale expert Emily K. Schwartz shares her best advice: which resale platform to choose, what to list, and how to avoid common mistakes.
Jul 25, 2023Statement Collars – Get to Know Collar Types
Make a statement with your collar. Why choose a regular one when there are options like pilgrim, jabot, and bertha?
Jul 18, 2023Vintage Bakelite Jewelry – Carved, Geometric & Figural
The variety of bakelite jewelry is impressive: from chic Art Deco bangles to funny figures, all in amazing colors. But how was bakelite invented and how did it become the dominating jewelry material during the 30s?
Jul 11, 2023Jeans Stories – From Bootcuts to Stone Wash and Designer Jeans
The history of jeans is complicated, intriguing, and fascinates every vintage lover. In this post, we share some fun stories from the history of the blue jeans.
Jul 4, 2023From Bell to Bishop – Get to Know The Sleeve Types
Do you know the difference between a bishop sleeve and a lantern sleeve? Is batman the same as dolman sleeve? This article helps you identify, list, and shop garments with statement sleeves.
Jun 27, 2023Montreal Vintage Shopping & Thrifting Guide
Get to know the vintage and thrift stores in Montreal with our recommendations and comprehensive Google Maps list..jpg)
Jun 20, 2023Copenhagen Flea Markets – Best Tips & Finds
Are Danish flea markets the best kept secret in the vintage world? Copenhagener Anne-Louise Sandby-Møller has frequented them for over 25 years. Check out her amazing finds – and gasp at the prices!
Jun 13, 2023Seven Hats and Their Brief History
Get to know seven types of hats and their fascinating origins.
Jun 6, 2023Rare Japanese Vintage Menswear – Photoshoot with Etienne Bolduc
Etienne Bolduc collects Japanese vintage menswear. He approaches the subject like a scientist, researching every detail with the help of his extensive library.
May 30, 2023Vintage Shopping in Quebec City
A new generation of young entrepreneurs are bringing curated vintage to Quebec City. Here are some stores we discovered during our visit in May.
May 23, 2023Vintage Style Influencer B Jones
For Beth Jones, every day is a reason to play dress up. The long-time influencer, creator and vintage style icon is now sharing her favorite vintage finds with us.
May 16, 2023Why Vintage Chanel Keeps Its Value
If you want to invest in a vintage handbag, choose Chanel. Alexandra Steinberg of Classic Coco specializes in vintage 80s and 90s Chanel handbags and knows why vintage Chanel will never lose its appeal.
May 9, 2023Quirky, Colorful, and 66 – Meet Karen Resta!
Karen Resta is known for her bright yellow hair, whimsical style, and for her daughter, fashion writer Kristen Bateman. We met Karen to find out where her style comes from.
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