a guide to all things vintage
I love thrifting for clothes during the fall and winter — even though winters aren’t terribly cold where I live, the creative possibilities open up for layering and styling when there’s even the slightest chill in the air. And only at the thrift store can I find pieces that are affordable, stylish, and high-quality. What … Read more
Hi friends – here’s a quickie blog since I’ve been feeling a little achy and groggy this past week. Last weekend, I stopped by the Great Valley Bookfest for about an hour and lugged home a bunch of goodies. I thought I’d share this little adventure since it fits right in with my blog’s thrifty … Read more
Of the frivolous vintage wares that I love to collect, trinket boxes have made it all the way to the very top of my list of favorite thrifted finds. Like gorgeous dresses with pockets, they’re as beautiful as they are functional. Featuring ornate embellishments and hand-painted motifs, they also serve a decorative purpose as they … Read more
When I first started avidly thrifting in college, I mostly paid attention to clothes. This singular focus continued throughout my mid-20s. Clothes, I figured, I could resell or donate again, but thrifting home decor like sentimental trinkets and kitchenware felt more permanent, like I was settling into place. For the first few years that I … Read more
