Antique Collector | September 29, 2009
Yes! It’s true. Vintage Jewelry (or Jewellery, if you’re British) adds that special spark to your wardrobe that you just can’t find in modern accessories. If you don’t have much experience with vintage earrings, brooches and other vintage pieces then you may think that ‘vintage’ means old and stuffy. But, that’s simply not the case.
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Antique Collector | September 29, 2009
Condition is the most important factor to consider. Look carefully for tears, holes, stains, pilling and discoloration. Most reputable resale and vintage stores won’t accept clothing that has those kinds of problems, but smaller issues may have been overlooked. Check the inside seams to see if the stitching is coming apart and definitely check underneath the lining if possible.
Antique Collector | September 5, 2009
Being old doesn’t mean getting outdated; at least that’s how it works in the world of vintage fashion. Clothing pieces from the 1920’s to 1970’s still find a space in today’s fashion setting and are increasingly becoming more visible in modern times. But vintage clothes don’t stand only as a fashion alternative, as they are also a window to the past.
