Category Archives: vintage
Why anyone under 40 should never move to Vancouver
My friend Danica moved out West to go to university — and never came back. Ever since she’s been bugging me to go out there. And finally, because of a work trip, I did! My only question once she’d toured … Continue reading
Havana & Varadero in the rain: art, nightlife and the odd slice of bikini
The trouble with all-inclusive beach resort vacations (aside from the clinical removal of any ‘authentic’ culture in the country of visit) is bad weather. This happens rarely. But when it does, every tourist at the resort is in serious need … Continue reading
a dress a day #4
This dress found me at the Custard Factory’s vintage flea market held every Saturday in Birmingham, England ($30). Its fun details made it stand out. I adore the silvery bejewelled, empire waist. It’s label-less and homemade — demanding a trained eye to … Continue reading
Filed under Birmingham, clothes, ethical living, green living, thrifty, Uncategorized, vintage
A dress a day #3
When rummaging through racks of used dresses it’s easy to get lost in the heady mix of stained musty goodness. But keeping the “classics” in mind will help you get a lock on vintage dynamite. I spied this red, button down, … Continue reading
Filed under Birmingham, cheap fun, green living, thrifty, vintage
A dress a day #2
There’s something special about being given a dress once owned and worn by a woman you admire. Here’s a hand-me-down 80s vintage number. Sans labels, it was bestowed on me by a hard-working, farmer’s wife from Tunstall, Kirby Lonsdale, Cumbria, England. The centre … Continue reading
