May 2, 2023
Do Trends Matter? Interview With Agus Panzoni
What are trends, and do they matter in the vintage and resale business? We sat down with Agus Panzoni, a famous TikTok creator and trend forecaster.
Gem Stories
Style, travel, and all things secondhand
Apr 25, 2023Five Little Known Sneaker Brands
We all know Nike and Adidas, but have you heard about Cobra or Kinney NBA sneakers? Get to know the history of five less-known, collectible vintage sneaker brands.
Apr 18, 2023Menswear Is For All – Interview with NYC Creative Laura Arnold
Why can’t menswear be for all, asks Laura Arnold.
Apr 11, 202310 Reasons to Choose Used
In celebration of Earth Month, we reached out to the Gem community and asked reasons why everyone should choose used over new.
Apr 4, 2023How to Donate Your Old Clothes
We all have old clothes we no longer want to have. But what items can be donated, and how? We asked three NYC-based thrift stores for advice.
Mar 28, 2023Quorum — The Story of The Iconic London Boutique & Fashion Collective
Quorum challenged the fashion of the times and made London the place to be in the late 60s. We asked Emily Bothwell of The Archive London to tell the story of Quorum and how she fell in love with the 60s and 70s fashion.
Mar 21, 2023How To Shop Vintage Shoes Online
New to shopping for vintage shoes? Find your perfect pair with these tips from Tracy Dolphin, founder of the Fashion At Your Feet online store.
Mar 14, 2023The Highlights from Morphine Online’s Margiela Collection
Italian Morphine.Online specializes in the late 80s to early 2000s rare designer items. One of their everlasting loves is the Belgian designer Martin Margiela.
Mar 7, 2023Puerto Rican Vintage
We met Pamela Baez of Johnny & June vintage store to discuss and photograph Puerto Rican vintage. All the garments in the photos are from Baez’s personal collection.
Feb 28, 202312 Vintage Wedding Dress Shopping Tips
Consider choosing used for you big day. Benefits and options are countless.
Feb 21, 2023Best Vintage Stores in Philadelphia 2023
If anyone, Aimée Siegel and Marisa DiSalvatore, know the Philly vintage scene. They collect and curate vintage, and lead visitors on vintage and thrift tours. Here are their current favorite vintage stores in Philly!
Feb 14, 2023Meeting Maru Aldea of Aida – Selling Vintage in Puerto Rico
After Hurricane Maria, Maru Aldea returned home to Puerto Rico to launch her vintage business. We met Maru at her showroom in San Juan.
Feb 7, 2023Funky Fearless Fashionista
Elle Halon, 38, works as a buyer for a luxury menswear company. On her Instagram, she documents her bold and brave outfits. We reached out to learn more about where her fearless style comes from.
Jan 31, 2023Thrifting Tycoon of Crown Heights – Meet Devin Finley aka Specks “Funky” Johnson
Devin Finley, 36, goes by many names but one thing stays the same: his thrifted style. An unfortunate event taught him to shop more mindfully.
Jan 24, 2023Into Archive – Luxury Vintage for The Young Generation
Kate Mao launched Into Archive online platform because she saw a gap in the market of curated luxury vintage. Mao explains what drives the new demand for luxury items and brands like Chanel, Dior, and Gucci.
Jan 17, 2023Resale, Thrift & Vintage – What Will Happen in 2023?
What will happen in the thrift, vintage & resale business in 2023? Which items, brands, and designers will be trending? We asked vintage collectors, sellers, and professionals.
Jan 10, 2023Nina Gabbana Vintage – Celebrity Worthy Designer Vintage
Read how vintage seller Marie Laboucarié ended up working with celebrity stylists, and see the most precious items from her own wardrobe.
Jan 3, 2023How to Clean Vintage Leather and Suede
Anessa Woods of Bustown Modern shares her best tips on how to clean vintage leather and suede garments after working in the vintage business for nearly 20 years.
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