Category Archives: wear vintage

Just Say No To “Fast Fashion”

Posted on August 10, 2012 by

Elizabeth L. Cline’s book, “Overdressed,” is a fascinating look at the impact that “fast fashion” has on the economy, the environment and on us. The way clothing is manufactured, marketed and disposed of has completely changed in the past 20 … Continue reading →

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Cowboy Boots: A Social Experiment

Posted on May 13, 2012 by

There’s no footwear that epitomizes America like the classic boot originally worn by cattle drivers in the 1860′s in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. Influenced by the “vaquero” tradition imported from Spain, boot makers like Justin and Hyer (who still make … Continue reading →

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Vintage Trawlin’ in N’awlins

Posted on April 15, 2012 by

Ruby and I visited New Orleans this past weekend to check out Tulane, her first choice school, and of course no visit to any city is complete without scoping out the vintage clothing stores and thrift shops. Here’s my review: … Continue reading →

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“Where Do You Get Your Stuff?”

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

The most common question customers ask me is, “Where do you get your stuff?” The brazen nature of the question (do customers really expect me to give away my sources?) always irritates me, so depending on my state of mind … Continue reading →

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Vintage at the Baftas and (not so much) at the Grammys

Posted on February 13, 2012 by

There’s no question that the Brits are way ahead of us when it comes to embracing sustainable clothing. They’re more responsible, less wasteful and more likely to wear vintage, even for important events. Vintage was all over the red carpet … Continue reading →

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Your Slavery Footprint

Posted on December 19, 2011 by

Yes, apparently we’ve all got one. By purchasing certain products that are manufactured overseas, or buying agricultural items that are grown in foreign countries, we’re supporting slavery, including child slavery. Take this survey to understand what your personal “slavery footprint” … Continue reading →

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“Wearing Nothing New”

Posted on December 15, 2011 by

Although I wouldn’t advocate for shopping quite as much as she seems to, I just love Jessi’s enlightened philosophy and feisty attitude about buying and wearing used clothing:

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