The answer is another number. ‘By standard definition, “antique” is an object that is at least 100 years old – whether it be a watch, car, or chair,’ says Shane Bastian. Using these ages as a guide, there can be overlap, as Alex Bass explains. ‘While all antiques can ...
‘vintage’. Some believe that they must be at least 50 years old, however the general consensus is that it must simply be at least 20 years old. This is slightly different with vintage decor and furniture, such asvintage lampsandvintage coffee tables, where the minimum age is considered ...
Vintage clothing.Vintage clothing is widely described as anything produced between 20 and 100 years ago. Antique clothing.Clothing can be considered antique if it’s more than 100 years old. These pieces are more rare and often found in museums or personal collections. Retro (or repro) clothing...
Deciding who your fashion business is suited to and building your identity around this, will tailor your clothing company to the target market and speak to the right people looking to buy into your style and brand culture. The main areas to consider in a business plan are: Start-up costs...
“Do grey boots go with everything?” is a question I often get asked. The short answer is: no. No, they don’t. But fear not. If you love grey boots, I’m here to help you figure out what to wear with them. Grey is considered a neutral, so women often purchase grey boots ...
the material was soft and looked “new” even after washing, don’t be fooled by the tricky technology. The polyester dress is the cousin to the Ultrasuede garment and considering both are man made and mass produced, considered cheap materials in comparison to other styles on the vintage ...
We explore the direct-to-consumer fine jewelry movement to better understand what it is, why it’s happening, and if those low prices are all they’re cracked up to be.
Building a future with vintage flair Selling vintage clothes online can be profitable, but achieving success requires laying the right foundation. Use this guide as a starting point for your venture. With its insights, you’ll learn to identify trends, understand your audience, and effectively mark...
Fashion is starting to move back to the 80’s idea of oversized clothing and a gray-plaid blazer with a black wool jumper will look smart with blue jeans and black combat ankle boots. But there are so many fantastic, new colors and designs for the women’s blazer that we need to take...
Jacket Required is a premium clothing trade show based in London at The Old Truman Brewery. Showcasing a curated collection of contemporary menswear, womenswear, and selected accessories, Jacket Required is all about forward-thinking style and is visited by buyers from the likes of Mr. Porter, ...