Although I'll always have a great affection for vintage fashion, I'm no longer in the biz. (It's not exactly a lucrative venture.)
But I sure loved the ladies who sold me their beautiful garments and shared stories about wearing them. I also adored the artsy gals who selected gorgeous vintage outfits from my collection. Thanks for that!
Check out my Ottawa Vintage Fashion News group on Facebook, where I try to share news about local vintage sales & events.
A Few Pix
I left the Antique Market in December 2008, but here are pictures of my booth from days gone by.
Vintage wear guarantees originality. The chances that someone else will be wearing the same outfit are virtually nil, so vintage really suits festive occasions and ensures that you stand out from the crowd.
For day-to-day wear, it's fun to team up vintage pieces with modern apparel to create a look all your own: vintage sweaters with jeans, a vintage jacket with your favourite skirt, a vintage dress with a modern belt... Use your imagination. The possibilities are endless!
For thrifty shoppers, price alone should be incentive enough to shop vintage. Amazing bargains can be had for quality vintage wear - from dresses, sweaters, lingerie and coats - to funky handbags, hats, footwear, accessories, buttons and a whole lot more.
And don't forget jewellery, ranging from fine antique jewellery to quality rhinestone pins, bakelite, lucite and chunky '60s plastics. There are so many different styles and eras to choose from that, whatever your style, you're sure to find something to suit you.
Lastly, shopping vintage is friendly to the planet. By indulging your passion for vintage fashion, you keep these lovelies out of the landfill. Give yourself a pat on the back for that!
Ottawa Vintage Fashion News Group
Capital Clothing Show, Vintage Clothing Sale, etc.
Tips for Shopping Vintage Clothing Sales
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