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Vintage at the Met Gala

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Elisa Casas

The highly anticipated “Charles James: Beyond Fashion” opens at the Met on Thursday, but last night at the Met Gala, no one paid homage to the master of couture by wearing one of his dresses…as a matter of fact, there … Continue reading →

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“Where Do You Get Your Stuff?”

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Elisa Casas

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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Sustainable Gowns (and Tuxes) at the Oscars

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Elisa Casas

The 84th Annual Academy Awards were last night, and I’m surprised to report that Natalie Portman was the only actress who wore vintage: she looked stunning in a 1954 red Dior gown. But even though I was disappointed that there … Continue reading →

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Goodwill Tour of New Jersey with Ruby

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Elisa Casas

Ruby was off from school this week and was desperate to get out of town, even if just for the day. I agreed that a road trip was in order, and since we love to thrift shop, I thought it … Continue reading →

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

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Elisa Casas

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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Vintage on the Red Carpet at the S.A.G. Awards

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Elisa Casas

The S.A.G Awards always seems like the most fun awards ceremony: actors drinking champagne at their cliquey tables, heaping praise on each other in a mutual admiration frenzy. I imagine how difficult it was to continue to pursue their dream … Continue reading →

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Sustainable Dresses at the Golden Globes

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Elisa Casas

So it’s the morning after the Golden Globes, and the Best and Worst Dressed Lists are already available on the internet. We all seem to agree that Angelina and Charlize looked gorgeous, and that Sarah Michelle Gellar and Jessica Biel … Continue reading →

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Your Slavery Footprint

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Elisa Casas

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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Are Child Slaves Making Your Victoria’s Secret Underwear?

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Elisa Casas

Bloomberg Markets Magazine reports that underage, mistreated African children have been forced to plant and pick organic, fair-trade cotton used in Victoria Secret’s underwear. Bloomberg highlights the “nightmare” of 13-year-old Clarisse Kambire (video) and six other children who work on … Continue reading →

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“Wearing Nothing New”

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Elisa Casas

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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