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October 19, 2022

Where to Find the Best Vintage Clothing

October 19, 2022

Vintage Calvin Klein jeans Vintage Calvin Klein jeansVintage Calvin Klein jeans from APOTR // Ronny Kobo top // Valentino heels // Prada sunglasses 

If you’re a long-time reader, let me start off by saying… hi!  I’ve missed you.  For whatever reason, the last three months have been crazy and I’ve taken the longest (unintended) break from blogging since I started in 2013.  Thank you for hanging with me.  It’s good to be back.

I promise to post a Life Lately to catch you up, but today I want to talk vintage fashion.  I’ve been collecting vintage for about 10 years now and my, my has the game changed.  I recently read this article and it left me with many thoughts and one important realization – if you’re eyeing a vintage piece, now is the time to pounce.

Not only is the resale marketing growing at an exponential rate – everyone from Balenciaga to Dôen now has a buy-back program – but the sheer number of vintage sellers is skyrocketing.  Prices are increasing and supply is dwindling.  Thrift store finds are becoming harder and harder to come by.

Here are my favorite vintage sellers worth their salt.

The Instagram Sellers

A Part of the Rest

I’ve shopped with APOTR for years, and adore their collection of 80s and 90s pieces.  They specialize in Karl Lagerfeld (I think they have the largest collection in the world!), blazers, leather pieces and suiting.

Covet by Christos

If you do any vintage shopping, you probably know Christos.  He is the mastermind behind daily Instagram Live sales that he hosts with vintage sellers around the globe.  I always tune in, even for 5min, because the treasures abound.

Shrimpton Couture

Cherie is a walking encyclopedia when it comes to designer vintage.  She educates you in every post and has one of the most insane archives on the planet.  She could open a museum.  It’s no wonder the stars go to her for red carpet looks.

The Vintage Editor

I scored a gold hardware embellished Gianfranco Ferre leather bomber from Jillian.  She has a great eye for statement pieces, including jewelry and home furnishings.

Joyous Closet

Color, prints and textures oh my!  The Joyous Closet brings the drama.

The Etsy Shops

Zeus Vintage

I discovered this shop years ago and they continually stock designer vintage and expertly curated pieces at affordable prices.  They are currently running 15% off with code ZEUS2022HOLIDAY.

Thatsavintagewrap

A great selection of great designers – Jil Sander, Guy Laroche, Courreges, Pierre Cardin, Gaultier, Lacroix.

VintedgeNYC

This shop has a great selection of pieces from the 1920s through the late 90s.

The Brick & Mortar Stores

NY Vintage

NY Vintage is pretty much the end-all-say-all of designer vintage.  They have Givenchy worn by Audrey Hepburn, were selected as one of four stores in the world to carry Valentino Vintage, and Lenny Kravitz shops there.  Get thee to NY Vintage.  I scored this Yohji Yamamoto skirt set.

The Frippery

The Frippery is just as delightful as it sounds.  Anytime I’m in Palm Springs I make a point to stop here.  Specializing in the Rat Pack era of Palm Springs, everything in the store evokes a smile.  The owner knows the backstory of every item in her shop and once told me a vintage collector friend of hers who specializes in Pucci would only buy pieces with cigarette burns in them because “then she knew they LIVED.”

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Filed Under: Fashion Tagged: 80s vintage, 90s vintage, Vintage brick & mortar stores, Vintage denim, Vintage Etsy sellers, Vintage fashion, Vintage Instagram sellers

July 1, 2022

10 Things I’m Buying from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

July 1, 2022

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2022If you’ve followed me for a while, you know the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is not my cup of tea.  That said, I was perusing the sale preview and saw 10 things I will definitely be buying (or have already bought).  The prices are great, the quality is excellent and these are the go-to items I rely on each day.

No-show socks

These are THE BEST no-show socks out there. They come in sizes (so key!) and don’t slip.

Comfortable Bra

This is the only bra I wear. It’s made your Top 5 Favorites list countless times.  I also love the racerback version, which is on sale.

Jewelry Case

I have not found another jewelry case that has slots for earrings, rings, bracelets, necklaces, plus separate zipper compartments. A must for travel.

Sunscreen duo

This daily sunscreen looks gorgeous under makeup thanks to its light-reflecting particles. The Glow Stick doesn’t cake or go on greasy and is so easy to use, my 4-year-old applies it herself.

Pour Over

I use this electric kettle to heat water for tea, but it’s also a must for pour over coffee.  The temperature holds at 212 degrees (a perfect cup of tea) and has a self-shutdown.

Henley

Frank & Eileen make the best loungewear (see my fave set here) and this henley (which comes in 2 colors) is a must for summer to fall weather.

Sunglasses

Tom Form sunglasses are among the BEST quality I’ve ever owned. I was surprised to see these at more than $100 off.  They are the perfect everyday shade.

Underwear

These are the only undies I wear – along with the thong version. SUPER comfortable, no panty lines and they fit most sizes.

Perfume

I’ve written before about how Le Labo is the highest concentrate perfumier on the market.  Their scents only need 2 sprays and will last ALL DAY.  I adore Santal 33 and this deal is one you don’t want to pass up.

Hat

Most baseball hats come down too close to my ears (which I hate) and this one does not.  I own it in khaki and black and love this forest green color for fall.

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June 28, 2022

Bound by Bond-Eye Swimwear Review

June 28, 2022

I bought my first Bound by Bond-Eye bathing suit two summers ago and have never looked back.  This brand is ultra comfortable, flattering and classic.

If you’ve ever looked at your swimwear collection and questioned what you were thinking (like me), fear not.  Swimwear trends turn over VERY quickly.  Bond-Eye suits will always be in style. Their original crinkle fabric fits most sizes and molds to your body.  Their silhouettes are simple, keeping that classic vibe that will suit you for years to come.

I’ve tried on just about every top, bottom and one-piece Bond-Eye makes.  Here is my honest review and favorite styles.

For reference, I normally wear a size small in swimwear tops and bottoms.  I have a long torso, small bust and big hips/booty (pear shaped).

Bond-Eye suits are all ONE SIZE and each style comes in at least 5 colors.

The Winners

The Pablo/Margarita combo (sexy) and the Savannah/Sydney combo (practical) are my go-to’s.

Bottoms
(from least amount of coverage to full coverage)

The Sinner – these bottoms are tiny.  Extremely low cut with a thong back.  If you want to rock them, more power to you.  For me, they offered wayyyy too little coverage.

The Scene – these have a little more coverage in the back than the Sinner, but are still quite small.  The front isn’t as v-shaped either, which gives you more coverage and means you can wear them pulled up on your hip bones, or lay the waist flat across.  Note, they don’t come up much higher than your pubic bone.

The Pablo – for me, these are the most flattering and versatile of Bond-Eye’s lowest coverage bottoms.  Your booty is mostly covered.  While they are low cut (not much higher than your pubic bone), the side ties allow you to manipulate how tight across your hips you want to wear them.  The ties also visually break up the coverage on your hips, which I found to be flattering (even though I’m pear shaped). I own these.

The Savannah – these are my favorite Bond-Eye bottoms.  The one-inch waistband holds your tummy in very well.  They are cheeky enough to be sexy, but not so cheeky that you have to save them for adults-only pool time.  I own these and wear them when swimming with my 4-year old.

The Palmer – these offer the most coverage in Bond-Eye’s line-up.  High-waisted; full coverage back.  I dislike them.  There is no compression in the stomach.  I felt like I was wearing a large pair of very unflattering underwear.

Tops

The Scout – This is your basic 80s style sports bra top.  Neither the straps nor bust are adjustable. It will fit A – DD.  I own this and think it’s a perfect fit.

The Selena – The tiny shoulder straps are fine for small busted women, but do not provide much support for larger busts.  That said, it’s a really cute top and can be tied multiple ways.

The Margarita – This is a beautiful, interesting top that can be worn bandeau, criss-cross or halter.  I love the styling opportunities.  It’s best for A – C cups.  I own this.

The Nino – this can be worn with the cutouts on the sides or on the front/back.  I like this styling versatility, but prefer the Scout over the Nino.

The Samira – another convertible top, you can wear it one-shoulder or halter.  I prefer it worn one-shoulder.  It’s not my favorite top, but if you like the asymmetrical look, this top is for you.

The Sydney – This is probably the most universally flattering and versatile top Bond-Eye makes.  The full coverage front and racerback make it great for playing sports and swimming with little ones.  I own this.

The Carmen – This halter top looks so flattering, but I found the fit to be very problematic.  It was too tight around my neck and didn’t drape/stay in place around the bust.

One Piece

The Mara – This is your classic scoop neck one-piece with a low back and high cut legs.  I found it to be very flattering.  If you have a long torso you may find yourself pulling up the top because of the scoop neck.

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Filed Under: Fashion Tagged: Bathing suits, Bound by Bond-Eye, Fit guide, Style guide, Summer fashion, Swimwear review

May 5, 2022

Anine Bing Jeans

May 5, 2022

Anine Bing jeansAlexander McQueen sunglassesThe Arrivals leather jacket (similar under $100) // Alexander McQueen sunglasses
Anine Bing jeans // Adidas superstars // Nordstrom tee 

I’ve been a fan of Anine Bing’s clothing for years, but beyond trying on a lot of her denim, I never invested in a pair until I found these.

I tend to stick with this brand or this brand because their styles fit me so well.

While searching for a pair of faded black jeans I came across these and fell in love.  They have a teeny amount of stretch (1% elastane; something I vowed to swear off), but it really makes the silhouette.  It’s so hard to have a cropped flare or bootcut style when there’s no stretch.  I love how these are fitted in the hips and legs (while still comfy) and have a slight flare.  They look great with so many different shoes, my faves being boots and sneakers.

This style comes in 4 washes.  Although there is stretch, I definitely recommend sizing up.  I took one size bigger in these.  They have a high rise (11 inches), and the denim is a thick, quality cotton.

Finally, a shoutout to my new favorite sneakers.  They are so comfy, go with everything and stay clean because they are leather.  No more canvas white sneakers for me.

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April 21, 2022

Little White Dress for Spring

April 21, 2022

Aje Casabianca dress Aje Casabianca dress

Little white dresses are one of my go-to spring/summer uniforms.

Check out my Ultimate Summer Wardrobe Guide for more spring to summer essentials.

Each year I find a new one that I love and this puff-sleeved mini dress is so fun.  It also comes in a long version for all the maxi dress lovers out there.

When searching for a versatile LWD, I look for three things:

  1. 100% cotton – it’s so important to have breathable fabric that you can put in the washing machine.
  2. Sleeves – this elevates a LWD sooo much and offers better sun protection.
  3. Above the knee – this length is just the easiest to wear, period.  It looks great with sandals, sneakers or heels.  While I love a good maxi dress, sometimes they can be a bit cumbersome.  If you’ve ever tied a knot in the bottom of your maxi dress, you know what I’m talking about.
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