Vintage Halloween Costumes for a Sustainable Celebration

Embrace Timeless Charm: Vintage Halloween Costumes for a Sustainable Celebration

Halloween, a day for ghoulish delights and fanciful frights, is a perfect occasion to dive into the enchanting world of vintage Halloween costumes. Steeped in nostalgia and timeless charm, these costumes not only transport us back to the eras of yore but also offer an opportunity to embrace sustainability through upcycling.

The Uniqueness of Vintage Halloween Costumes

Wearing a vintage Halloween costume brings a sense of nostalgia and authenticity that is truly one of a kind. Unlike mass-produced, modern costumes found in stores, vintage costumes have a character and history of their own. Each piece tells a story, whether it's the flapper dresses of the 1920s, the poodle skirts of the 1950s, or the disco-inspired outfits of the 1970s. They harken back to an era of craftsmanship and creativity that is often unmatched in today's fast-fashion world.

Vintage Watches vs. Antique Watches

Vintage Watches vs. Antique Watches: Unraveling Time’s Tapestry

Watches, beyond their fundamental function of telling time, are intricate works of art and engineering. They embody the craftsmanship, innovation, and aesthetic preferences of their eras. For horology enthusiasts and collectors, two distinct categories, antique watches and vintage watches, hold a special allure. While both offer a captivating journey through time, a debate has arisen regarding which category holds more significance for collectors. Let’s delve into the debate and explore the merits of both antique and vintage watches.

Antique Watches: The Chronological Treasures

Antique watches, by definition, are timepieces that are over a century old, having witnessed the passage of time for a hundred years or more. These horological artifacts carry the essence of a bygone era, reflecting the craftsmanship and design philosophies prevalent during their production. Antique watches transport collectors to a time when watchmaking was a meticulous, handcrafted endeavor. The allure of antique watches lies in their historical and cultural significance, offering a tangible connection to the past. Each antique watch is a window into a world long gone, showcasing the evolution of horology from its infancy to modern watchmaking.

Timeless Allure of Vintage Fashion: A Journey through Time and Style

In the ever-evolving world of fashion, where trends rise and fall like the tides, there exists a realm that transcends time. It's a realm where fashion doesn't merely reflect an era but captures its essence, where garments whisper stories of the past, and where style endures. Welcome to the world of vintage fashion, a treasure trove of sartorial history and enduring allure.

A Walk Through the Decades

One of the most captivating aspects of vintage fashion is its ability to take us on a journey through the decades. Each era boasts its own distinctive style, from the roaring twenties with its flapper dresses and Art Deco elegance to the swingin' sixties with its miniskirts and mod influences. Every garment, every accessory, and every detail tells a story of its time, reflecting the social, cultural, and political dynamics of the era.

Timeless Elegance

Vintage fashion isn't just about nostalgia; it's about timeless elegance. Many vintage pieces possess a quality that's hard to find in contemporary fashion: impeccable craftsmanship. Hand-sewn seams, intricate embroidery, and delicate lacework are testaments to the dedication and skill of generations past. These timeless details add a touch of luxury to vintage clothing that often surpasses modern fast fashion in terms of quality and longevity.

5 Vintage Style Fashion Bloggers Should Know

Fashion or style statements look brilliant and adorable only when they are unique. The fashion market is full of amazing and stunning collections. A pure vintage style is always successful in creating a distinctive impact on the fashion freaks. It is quite aesthetic and makes it look more fashionable. You can find vintage silk dresses that create an appealing look for their wearer. The vintage styles are quite embracing and elegant with a decent modern style. You will find that the vintage styles also prefer the perfect fabric material that provides more of a retro feel.

The inspiring and modern vintage style bloggers are influencing the fashion world. You can find the blooming fashion ideas that make vintage fashion look pleasant. A wardrobe full of amazing stylish clothes is not the work of one day or month. It takes years to get that collection or stock of retro clothing.

Levi's SecondHand Denim

Give your vintage a second life or fresh update with Levi's SecondHand.

Denim from past seasons that’s already beat-up and broken in.  In other words, perfect.

Levi’s® SecondHand keeps coveted pieces in circulation. It’s all about connecting people to timeless styles they otherwise may not have found, and most importantly, saving clothing from going into a landfill. 

• Make an appointment to drop off your old Levi's® jeans, denim shorts, and Trucker Jackets at participating stores. You’ll receive a gift card towards a future purchase.
  
• They professionally clean, sort and list clothes on SecondHand.levi.com, keeping garments in use and out of landfills.

Learn more about women's vintage Levi's here on Apparel Search.

Old denim has never looked better.

Learn about trading in your Levi's denim.  

• econdhand.levi.com/trade-in

Shop and learn more at https://www.secondhand.levi.com/

Learn more about second hand fashion in our fashion terminology section.

Endless possibilities with vintage denim.  Trade, recycle, shop.  All sounds like fun.

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Janie Bryant Vintage Costume Designer

WWDMAGIC is known as a destination for some of the hottest brand launches – from celebrities to bloggers to emerging designers. This year will be no different when renowned costume designer, Janie Bryant (previously of Mad Men) launches her latest collection with Unique Vintage and chats vintage and trends in the WWD Social House. 

Apparel Search has been lucky enough to gain access to an interview with Janie which was a quick Q&A.

You’ve been busy! Tell us about your new capsule collection with Unique Vintage and the upcoming series, The Last Tycoon?

I was so excited to discover Unique Vintage as they have beautiful retro-inspired styles in everything from wiggle dresses to sexy swimwear to chic prom looks. Their customer base is so engaged and loyal and we wanted to bring them something special. Working with Katie (the CEO) and the team there is amazing as we all have such a love of vintage and period design. This first collection is inspired by one of my favorite periods – the 1950’s – and includes inspirations from some of the favorites in my personal collection. I’m excited that the capsule is accessible to all at a great price point and available in sizes from XS to 4XL. 

The Last Tycoon just premiered on Amazon in July and the production is gorgeous – 1930’s Hollywood glamour with a terrific cast in Kelsey Grammar, Lily Collins and Matt Bomer. I was so fortunate to work with the creators, Billy Ray and Chris Keyser. I get my inspirations for all shows in three ways – the script, research and collaboration. The writers develop the characters, and through costume, I help bring them to life. My team and I do a lot of research in prep for any project, including old magazines, movies, newspapers, historical documents, catalogs, museums, biographies, photos, etc. We search on Etsy, EBay and Ruby Lane for ideas. Then, it is ultimately  a collaboration in design, along with the hair and makeup teams, the set design, and the creators of the show. I buy  from vintage stores, have the garments re-made or create my own designs to be accurate of the time period. 

How does your approach with The Last Tycoon differ from your work on ‘Mad Men’? 

Authentic Altered Vintage 501 Jeans

OK, they are authentic, but not exactly original.  It appears that the Levi's designers sourced vintage men’s 501® Jeans and sized them down to a skinny fit.  Each piece bears the unique markings from its original wearer—complete with natural rips and twisted seams. 

501® VINTAGE SKINNY ALTERED

Limited size run.

• High Rise
• Skinny Leg

Levi's® Altered epitomizes their approach to remastering classic designs in a range of essential, authentic finishes. This season, they have deconstructed and altered their most coveted styles to create one-of-a-kind pieces. They began with the 501® Skinny — a timeless Levi's® style, redesigned and remastered. This is the world's most coveted jean, customized with a slimmer leg that's cropped to a perfect, versatile length. Building upon their iconic 501®, it's a re-interpretation for today. They took this to the next level and altered it to perfection, just for you.

Style # 361250000

Summer of Love Vintage Jeans

The summer of ’67 was a defining moment of the 1960s as the San Francisco counterculture movement came into public awareness.  Although fashion of the year traveled well beyond the city of San Francisco.  San Fran was a primary instigator that defined the fashion of the era.  The fact that Levi's headquarters has been based in San Francisco is possibly a contributing factor to why jeans became such an important aspect of the culture.

A generation of of our youth emerged ready to explore the world of fashion in many ways.  The summer of love inspired by life created it's own reality of style. Jeans became an expression of individuality and beyond.  

Although denim has been around far before the hippies took root in San Fran, the 1960's revolutionized jeans in many ways.  Many people took their favorite pair of jeans and converted them with paints, patches, glitter, and beads.

Little did everyone know, these burgeoning rebels of the 60's were setting the stage for decades to come.  From their music to their style to their mission in life. The spirit of the 1960's remains alive and well today. 

Take a trip to the grooviest time in history. For Spring / Summer 2017, Levi's is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love, its youthful optimism and freewheeling legacy. 

Vintage Levi's goes WAY beyond the summer of love.

Levi's Vintage Jeans

If you wish to learn more about vintage jeans from the Levi's brand, you will want to know more about key elements of the garment design such as the Big E tab, Little e tab, and arcuate stitching.  Did you know that during World War II, Levi's painted arcuate stitching on the jean pockets.  They did this on the men's 501 jeans and women's 701 jeans so they would not waste raw materials.  This was done as per the government's request to conserve materials during war time.

Learn more about Vintage Jeans here on Apparel Search.

Emma Roberts Giorgio Armani Vintage Prive' Gown

Red Carpet Green Dress celebrity partner, actress Emma Roberts (“Scream Queens”) showcased a form of sustainable fashion when she arrived at the 89th Academy Awards® wearing a classic Giorgio Armani gown from his very first Prive’ collection. The gown was accessorized with exclusive pieces from Atelier Swarovski Fine Jewelry. This is the first time vintage fashion has been put under the spotlight by Suzy Amis Cameron’s eco-conscious cause as a solution to help better the environment.

“Red Carpet Green Dress is always researching ways to help improve the planet and the lives of others,” states actress and environmental activist Amis Cameron. “As a culture, we are inundated with messaging of wanting and needing the latest ‘new’ product. But by recycling gowns, we are making the ‘old’ new again and finding the beauty that already exists. It is an important form of sustainability.”

The spaghetti strap couture dress, which originally debuted in Paris in January 2005, is embroidered with cream crystals and waves of small white jet beads featured in a two-tiered skirt. The dramatic plunging bodice is made of jet and black crystal teardrops and is completed with a black satin cummerbund at the waist. 

To complete the head-to-toe look Emma Roberts wore exclusive created diamond pieces from Atelier Swarovski’s first fine jewelry collection. Inspired by nature and driven by science, Swarovski brings conscious luxury and innovation to the red carpet with the Atelier Swarovski Fine Jewelry Collection, handcrafted in a Parisian atelier and featuring Swarovski Created Diamonds and crystals.  Swarovski Created Diamonds are grown in a state-of-the-art lab and have the same optical, chemical and physical attributes as mined diamonds.

To qualify as a Red Carpet Green Dress eco-conscious garment, each piece must either be made from recycled, organic or repurposed materials, use handmade detailing or incorporate natural dye processing. All resources focus on an environmentally and socially responsible design with a minimal negative impact on the environment.

For the 2017 Oscars-inspired campaign, Red Carpet Green Dress partnered with Atelier Swarovski and Earth Friendly Products, maker of ECOS™ Laundry Detergent to help raise funds for MUSE School CA. MUSE School CA is an environmental non-profit educational organization Amis Cameron founded in Calabasas, Calif., with her sister Rebecca Amis. The financial assistance enables students to access a transformative educational experience. MUSE School CA ensures small class size, personalized instruction and learning practices; all set within an inspiring and beautiful campus. Through these key elements, MUSE School CA paves the way in creating leaders of the future. For more information, go to www.museschool.org.

ABOUT RED CARPET GREEN DRESS:

Red Carpet Green Dress is an internationally recognized organization that combines the worlds of fashion and sustainability. Currently in its eighth year, the campaign was conceived by Suzy Amis Cameron during the press tour for her husband, James Cameron's film “Avatar”. Her hope is to draw attention to the importance of more sustainable practices in fashion. It challenges designers from around the world to think about fashion in an eco-friendly platform. The campaign also raises funds for MUSE School CA, a non-profit educational organization that Amis Cameron founded with her sister Rebecca Amis in Calabasas, California.

ABOUT GIORGIO ARMANI

The Armani Group is among the leading fashion and luxury companies worldwide. The Group designs, produces, distributes and sells fashion and lifestyle products, including apparel, accessories, eyewear, watches, jewellery, cosmetics, perfumes, furniture and home decor under the following brands: Giorgio Armani Privé, Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, Armani Collezioni, AJ Armani Jeans, A/X Armani Exchange, Armani Junior and Armani/Casa. At the end of 2015, the Group's distribution network has 2,983 points of sale, comprised of 165 Giorgio Armani stores, 338 Emporio Armani stores, 754 Armani Collezioni stores, 238 A|X Armani Exchange stores, 880 AJ Armani Jeans stores, 198 Armani Junior stores and 56 Armani/Casa stores in more than 60 countries across the globe. Among these, 83 Giorgio Armani, 89 Emporio Armani, 82 Armani Collezioni, 108 A|X Armani Exchange, 39 AJ Armani Jeans, 22 Armani Junior and 6 Armani/Casa stores are directly managed.

ABOUT ATELIER SWAROVSKI 

Atelier Swarovski offers cutting edge jewelry, accessories and home décor items, which are the ultimate expression of Swarovski crystal. Pushing the boundaries of creativity, it collaborates with the finest talents in the world across fashion, jewelry, architecture and design. Atelier Swarovski presents seasonal jewelry and accessories collaborations twice a year during New York, London and Paris fashion weeks alongside its constantly evolving Core Collection. Atelier Swarovski Home, launched at Milan Design Week in April 2016, consists of functional and decorative objects for the home. Atelier Swarovski was founded by Nadja Swarovski in 2007 as a showcase for creativity, craftsmanship and the art of crystal cutting and crystal innovations. Past collaborators include Jean Paul Gaultier, Viktor&Rolf, Christopher Kane, Maison Margiela and Mary Katranzou for jewelry, and Zaha Hadid, Daniel Libeskind and Ron Arad for home décor.  www.atelierswarovski.com

See more of Emma Roberts here on the Fashion Blog.

Björn Borg Vintage Style Sportswear Collection

Next Autumn, the biographic film BORG is released, a Swedish production about the tennis icon Björn Borg. All sports clothing in the film are developed by the namesake sports fashion brand, once founded by the legend himself. In relation to the film premiere, Björn Borg launches a limited edition collection in an updated vintage style inspired by the film. The name of the collection: Signature. 

BORG is a film about how legends were shaped from rivalry, friendship and glamour at a time when everything was possible. It is the story of the revolutionary breakthrough of a Swedish icon, portraying the years when Björn Borg made his journey from a Swedish small town to the international elite, about the fiercest fight of his career, playing against the American super talent John McEnroe at Wimbledon in 1980, and how their rivalry came to engage a whole world.

“We are very proud to collaborate with this production. Our Signature Collection honours these two rivals, their passion, their amazing winner instincts and their natural star quality. Signature is a vintage inspired contemporary street style collection in bold classic colours and a unique graphic statement – the real signature of Björn Borg” said Jonas Lindberg Nyvang, Marketing Director, Björn Borg AB.  

“To collaborate with Björn Borg, while making a film about Björn Borg – well, it couldn’t be more natural! It has been a true pleasure for the film to collaborate with their talanted team to recreate the sports clothing from this iconic era” said Fredrik Wikström Nicastro, who produces BORG together with Jon Nohrstedt for SF Studios.

The Signature Collection will be presented next Autumn and launched in store during the month of September 2017, at the time of the film premiere. 

ABOUT BJÖRN BORG: The Group owns the Björn Borg trademark and its core business is underwear and sportswear. It also offers footwear, bags and eyewear through licensees. Björn Borg products are sold in around twenty markets, of which Sweden and the Netherlands are the largest. The Björn Borg Group has operations at every level from branding to consumer sales in its own Björn Borg stores. Total sales of Björn Borg products in 2015 amounted to about SEK 1.4 billion, excluding VAT, at the consumer level. Group net sales amounted to SEK approximately 574 million in 2015, with an average of 132 employees. The Björn Borg share has been listed on NASDAQ Stockholm since 2007.

Thank you for taking the time to read our vintage sportswear fashion blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. If you have comments or questions, please add your thoughts in the discussion area below.

Björn Borg Vintage Style Sportswear Collection

Next Autumn, the biographic film BORG is released, a Swedish production about the tennis icon Björn Borg. All sports clothing in the film are developed by the namesake sports fashion brand, once founded by the legend himself. In relation to the film premiere, Björn Borg launches a limited edition collection in an updated vintage style inspired by the film. The name of the collection: Signature. 

BORG is a film about how legends were shaped from rivalry, friendship and glamour at a time when everything was possible. It is the story of the revolutionary breakthrough of a Swedish icon, portraying the years when Björn Borg made his journey from a Swedish small town to the international elite, about the fiercest fight of his career, playing against the American super talent John McEnroe at Wimbledon in 1980, and how their rivalry came to engage a whole world.

“We are very proud to collaborate with this production. Our Signature Collection honours these two rivals, their passion, their amazing winner instincts and their natural star quality. Signature is a vintage inspired contemporary street style collection in bold classic colours and a unique graphic statement – the real signature of Björn Borg” said Jonas Lindberg Nyvang, Marketing Director, Björn Borg AB.  

“To collaborate with Björn Borg, while making a film about Björn Borg – well, it couldn’t be more natural! It has been a true pleasure for the film to collaborate with their talanted team to recreate the sports clothing from this iconic era” said Fredrik Wikström Nicastro, who produces BORG together with Jon Nohrstedt for SF Studios.

The Signature Collection will be presented next Autumn and launched in store during the month of September 2017, at the time of the film premiere. 

ABOUT BJÖRN BORG: The Group owns the Björn Borg trademark and its core business is underwear and sportswear. It also offers footwear, bags and eyewear through licensees. Björn Borg products are sold in around twenty markets, of which Sweden and the Netherlands are the largest. The Björn Borg Group has operations at every level from branding to consumer sales in its own Björn Borg stores. Total sales of Björn Borg products in 2015 amounted to about SEK 1.4 billion, excluding VAT, at the consumer level. Group net sales amounted to SEK approximately 574 million in 2015, with an average of 132 employees. The Björn Borg share has been listed on NASDAQ Stockholm since 2007.

Thank you for taking the time to read our vintage sportswear fashion blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. If you have comments or questions, please add your thoughts in the discussion area below.

Björn Borg Vintage Style Sportswear Collection

Next Autumn, the biographic film BORG is released, a Swedish production about the tennis icon Björn Borg. All sports clothing in the film are developed by the namesake sports fashion brand, once founded by the legend himself. In relation to the film premiere, Björn Borg launches a limited edition collection in an updated vintage style inspired by the film. The name of the collection: Signature. 

BORG is a film about how legends were shaped from rivalry, friendship and glamour at a time when everything was possible. It is the story of the revolutionary breakthrough of a Swedish icon, portraying the years when Björn Borg made his journey from a Swedish small town to the international elite, about the fiercest fight of his career, playing against the American super talent John McEnroe at Wimbledon in 1980, and how their rivalry came to engage a whole world.

“We are very proud to collaborate with this production. Our Signature Collection honours these two rivals, their passion, their amazing winner instincts and their natural star quality. Signature is a vintage inspired contemporary street style collection in bold classic colours and a unique graphic statement – the real signature of Björn Borg” said Jonas Lindberg Nyvang, Marketing Director, Björn Borg AB.  

“To collaborate with Björn Borg, while making a film about Björn Borg – well, it couldn’t be more natural! It has been a true pleasure for the film to collaborate with their talanted team to recreate the sports clothing from this iconic era” said Fredrik Wikström Nicastro, who produces BORG together with Jon Nohrstedt for SF Studios.

The Signature Collection will be presented next Autumn and launched in store during the month of September 2017, at the time of the film premiere. 

ABOUT BJÖRN BORG: The Group owns the Björn Borg trademark and its core business is underwear and sportswear. It also offers footwear, bags and eyewear through licensees. Björn Borg products are sold in around twenty markets, of which Sweden and the Netherlands are the largest. The Björn Borg Group has operations at every level from branding to consumer sales in its own Björn Borg stores. Total sales of Björn Borg products in 2015 amounted to about SEK 1.4 billion, excluding VAT, at the consumer level. Group net sales amounted to SEK approximately 574 million in 2015, with an average of 132 employees. The Björn Borg share has been listed on NASDAQ Stockholm since 2007.

Thank you for taking the time to read our vintage sportswear fashion blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. If you have comments or questions, please add your thoughts in the discussion area below.

Björn Borg Vintage Style Sportswear Collection

Next Autumn, the biographic film BORG is released, a Swedish production about the tennis icon Björn Borg. All sports clothing in the film are developed by the namesake sports fashion brand, once founded by the legend himself. In relation to the film premiere, Björn Borg launches a limited edition collection in an updated vintage style inspired by the film. The name of the collection: Signature. 

BORG is a film about how legends were shaped from rivalry, friendship and glamour at a time when everything was possible. It is the story of the revolutionary breakthrough of a Swedish icon, portraying the years when Björn Borg made his journey from a Swedish small town to the international elite, about the fiercest fight of his career, playing against the American super talent John McEnroe at Wimbledon in 1980, and how their rivalry came to engage a whole world.

“We are very proud to collaborate with this production. Our Signature Collection honours these two rivals, their passion, their amazing winner instincts and their natural star quality. Signature is a vintage inspired contemporary street style collection in bold classic colours and a unique graphic statement – the real signature of Björn Borg” said Jonas Lindberg Nyvang, Marketing Director, Björn Borg AB.  

“To collaborate with Björn Borg, while making a film about Björn Borg – well, it couldn’t be more natural! It has been a true pleasure for the film to collaborate with their talanted team to recreate the sports clothing from this iconic era” said Fredrik Wikström Nicastro, who produces BORG together with Jon Nohrstedt for SF Studios.

The Signature Collection will be presented next Autumn and launched in store during the month of September 2017, at the time of the film premiere. 

ABOUT BJÖRN BORG: The Group owns the Björn Borg trademark and its core business is underwear and sportswear. It also offers footwear, bags and eyewear through licensees. Björn Borg products are sold in around twenty markets, of which Sweden and the Netherlands are the largest. The Björn Borg Group has operations at every level from branding to consumer sales in its own Björn Borg stores. Total sales of Björn Borg products in 2015 amounted to about SEK 1.4 billion, excluding VAT, at the consumer level. Group net sales amounted to SEK approximately 574 million in 2015, with an average of 132 employees. The Björn Borg share has been listed on NASDAQ Stockholm since 2007.

Thank you for taking the time to read our vintage sportswear fashion blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. If you have comments or questions, please add your thoughts in the discussion area below.

Flight Club Vintage Sneakers at Consignment

It is amazing, but I think that this is actually our first blog post about vintage sneakers.  The reason that this is amazing is because it is a rather interesting and active segment of the footwear industry.  Truth be told, vintage sneakers are as collectible as stamps, old coins, and baseball cards.  Similar to other collectibles, old sneakers are prized based on rarity among other aspects.  Obviously, the style, color, fit, and brand are also important.  But rare sneakers can really fetch a high value.

Along came the internet…

Clearly the internet has made the world of collectible sneakers grow.  It is now much easier for consumers to purchase their desired sneakers and it makes it easier for others to sell the shoes that they already own.

Since 2005, Flight Club has been the most trusted source for sneaker seekers and sellers, effectively becoming one of the world's leading sneaker marketplace.  With a tradition rooted in guaranteed authentic merchandise they have a reputation that began in 1999 with vintagekicks.com

Flight Club established itself as the premier location for both customers and consignors alike.  For more than a decade, this has been the most reliable source for customers demanding authentic merchandise; and it’s the most hassle-free process for independent sellers looking to move their inventory.   The first store opened its doors in April 2005 at 254 Greene Street in New York, immediately expanding Flight Club’s consigning and selling operations. The brand explored locations throughout SoHo and the Financial District — and briefly popped up in Japan — before adding a California shop at 503 N Fairfax Ave in Los Angeles and settling in at 812 Broadway in New York.

What is the business model behind the success of Flight Club consignment sneakers?

80/20 CONSIGNMENT

The do-it-yourself nature of the Internet, from building your own website to arranging auctions and classified listings, hasn’t always been conducive to effectively selling sneakers. VintageKicks.com developed the model in 1999, arranging today’s best practices for showcasing and selling sneakers to prospective customers around the world. Flight Club mastered those fundamentals.

Consigning with Flight Club truly is sneaker selling simplified. The most active step a consignor takes when arranging an 80/20 consignment relationship with Flight Club is providing the merchandise — and that can be arranged by mail on sell.flightclub.com, or by dropping items off at the stores in New York and Los Angeles.

Flight Club stands by your property. They shoot detailed, high-resolution pictures for e-commerce; market high-demand sneakers and obscure classics across its growing social media channels; and they handle in-store sales, storage, and shipping to destinations around the world. And after those sneakers move into the customers' hands, checks valued at 80% of the final sale prices are cut every Tuesday for consignors whose items sold throughout the previous week. That simple. Sellers don't need to bargain, worry about any kind of payment fraud, or personally carry high volumes of product to mail carriers.

It’s what Flight Club does each and every day at industry-leading volumes. It’s an airtight system that’s been at the core of the business since 1999 that no other marketplace can match.

What you can find at Flight Club

From limited editions to unworn vintage sneakers, Flight Club has fresh pairs of your must-haves and your sneaker grails. Today, Flight Club welcomes thousands of daily customers and ship hundreds of sneakers around the world from its two locations. And they’re always guaranteed authentic.  With Flight Club, customers don’t need to camp outside the stores or stay connected to the Internet for raffles, lotteries or RSVP alerts. There are no preorders or reservations. As long as the item is in stock, all customers are empowered with the same opportunity to acquire everything they want.

Flight Club is one of the only places where you can still try on those hard-to-find sneakers — whether they released a decade ago or they're an unreleased Friends & Family pair — and decide if they’re right for you. Whether it’s a rare collaboration that only released internationally, or a limited running sneaker that was exclusive to a small boutique, Flight Club connects you with the items you want.

Visit their website at http://www.flightclub.com/ to learn more about what amazing sneakers they have to offer.

Learn more about consignment shops here on Apparel Search.

Have you purchased sneakers at a consignment shop?  Did you have a good experience?  Share your thoughts in the comment section.

Thank you for taking the time to read our footwear blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. If you have comments or questions, please add your thoughts in the discussion area below.

LondonEdge A/W 15 and S/S 16 with Vintage Inspiration

With just four weeks to go, it's time to take a sneak preview of what you can expect from the brands exhibiting at LondonEdge AW15. The epicentre of youth subculture and cutting edge fashion bursts into the Business Design Centre, Islington from 6th-8th September 2015. 

Here's what to look out for from our vintage favourites this season.

LondonEdge Reveals Beautiful New A/W ’15 and S/S ’16 Vintage Inspiration

Making its return the Business Design Centre in Islington from 6^th-8^th September, LondonEdge is back, bigger and better than ever before. Boasting a new list of exhibitors and brands, the show is proving that it is the epicentre of cutting edge fashion. The femme fatale in you has never been so spoilt for choice, with a range of brands flocking to the show to exhibit their new season of collections. Here’s what you can expect when it comes to vintage inspired collections this season.

Collectif – Iconic Style combined with Modern Life

Vintage style for modern life – Collectif celebrates being fifteen years young this season with a beautiful collection of vibrant, eye-catching patterns and feminine lines to recreate the look of original 1940s and 50s styling. Using authentic patterns from the styles of two of the most iconic eras in fashion, the curvy girl has found her mecca in a brand that celebrates femininity in its greatest form. Having just shot their latest collection – they can’t wait to share it with you.

Hell Bunny – Leading the Charge & Rocking the Show

Answering the prayers to those looking for an edgier, punkier style of streetwear, Hell Bunny put the cute and the vintage back into alternative fashion. Known for their signature 40s, 50s, retro and rockabilly to gothic, rock and punk styles, the brand have become a leader in the youth fashion market from the off. With a beautiful line of prom dresses, tea dresses and classic garments in cute prints, it is obvious why the brand remain a favourite of buyers at LondonEdge and this season’s collection is no exception. Who could deny that these versatile lines, created to suit and array of shapes and sizes, would fail to capture the hearts of all who wear them?

Voodoo Vixen – Glamour on Legs

A stunning collection of custom prints and beautiful lines is what you can expect from the leading vintage inspired label. Bringing retro, classic and rockabilly styles to life for the modern woman, Voodoo Vixen were the talk of the exhibition at LondonEdge back in February. Creating garments with classic lines to compliment the curves of every woman is their mission as their stand-out, unique designs bring glamour to every wardrobe. Known for their high quality and iconic collections, Voodoo Vixen is looking to be one to watch for AW15.

Coral and Jade - Making a Huge Splash

Three gorgeous brands under one umbrella – and we cannot wait for you to see them! Introducing the terrific trio of Bettie Page, Girl Howdy and Esther Williams to LondonEdge for the very first time, Coral and Jade are set to make quite the splash onto the scene for AW2015. From swimwear to the classic vintage prom dress, Coral and Jade promise to have all bases covered when it comes to gorgeous vintage styling. We know you won’t be disappointed with their pretty prints and keen eye for detail. We’re excited just talking about it. Definitely a must-see at the show!

Banned Apparel - Stand Up & Be Counted

With 25 years of experience in their field, Banned have come a long way from their original market stall in Greenwich. Now in a league of its own, the brand is renowned for its dreamboats and petticoats style attire. With beautiful prints and new styles debuting each season in their clothing, footwear and accessory ranges, Banned are recognised for their signature prints, lines and focus on creating the perfect style for every figure. Fun, flirty, yet edgy and defined, this collection is guaranteed to get you noticed.

Freddie’s of Pinewood - Celebrates Authenticity

Transport yourselves back in time to the statement styling of the 1940s and 50s, to an era of teddy boys, classic cars and rock n’ roll. Freddie’s of Pinewood create jeans and casualwear inspired by the styles of the times. A festival favourite, their capri pants, pedal pushers and tailored lines are a massive attraction for buyers. If high waists and cute blouses or tops are your bag then you’ve definitely met your match with Freddie’s of Pinewood. We promise you, this brand will make you want to roll your hair and unleash your inner pin-up, just as life should be!

The Seamstress of Bloomsbury - The Perfectly Classic Encounter

If wartime classic looks are your bag, you’ll love the collection from The Seamstress of Bloomsbury. An beautiful collaboration of tea dresses, classic styles of the period, jumpsuits and stunning traditional prints, this collection is a tribute to the work of Lillian Wells, an apprentice to a Bloomsbury Seamstress whose pipedream to meet her soldier never quite made it into reality. Reviving her original patterns and designs, The Seamstress of Bloomsbury are definitely a contender for offering some of the most breath taking designs of the show.

Miss Candyfloss – Vintage Style & Integrity

Bringing the styles of the 40s and 50s into the 21^st century, Miss Candyfloss not only create beautiful clothing but they’re ethical too. This means that all of their garments are created within a good working environment, with the very best fair trade fibres and at a fair price to all involved in the creation of each item. As a brand that believes quality and integrity is key, Miss Candyfloss demands the very best at all stages of production as they believe that this will lead to a good quality product. Judging from the collections they are showcasing, they’re doing something right!

Love Her Madly - Swinging 60’s Couture

Quadrophenia never did go out of styles. With some of the most influential style icons emerging from an era when mods and rockers ruled and music was a way of life, Love Her Madly have developed a collection which could be defined as eternal. Combining the 1960s with modern quality fabrics and eye-catching design, and the brand prove that retro couture is an everlasting phenomenon.

Custom Fit Dancewear - Unflappable Vintage Charm

New to LondonEdge comes Custom Fit Dancewear, a northern vintage inspired brand created completely in the image of the 1920s showgirls. Established in the edgy and urban surroundings of Affleck’s Palace in the Northern Quarter of Manchester, Custom Fit Dancewear bring to life the dresses, footwear and accessories with a mix of sequins, beads and classic fibres to bring out your inner dance girl. It’s time to finger wave your locks, grab your dancing shoes and get your Charleston on with this range that cannot be classed as anything short of beautiful. We cannot wait to see more!

Bright & Beautiful – Timeless Revolution

Drawing on inspiration from the classic silhouettes of the swinging 60s and the chic 70s, B&B's AW15 collection is both fresh and quirky- and perfect for the party season! Using key jewel tones as the base colour palette and mixing them up with bold prints, this collection is bang on trend, and is perfect for you to make a statement in.

The next LondonEdge will run, fully loaded, from 6^th-8^th September 2015 at The Business Design Centre, Islington London N1. Register to visit LondonEdge at www.londonedge.com/visitors.

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100 Years of Men's Swimwear

With summer in full swing, Mode Studios has created a new three minute video giving viewers a visual tour of men's swimsuit styles during the past century.  100 Years of Men's Swimwear takes viewers on a journey through the wild, wacky and revealing bathing suits men donned starting in 1915 through the present day using authentic looks from each time period.  Maybe it's time to bring some of these looks back!


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100 Years of Men's Swimwear arrives hot on the heels of Mode's viral 100 Years of Fashion and 100 Years of Men's Fashion clips.

Vintage Swimsuit Advertisements

Bathing suit season has arrived, and while most women won’t think twice before slipping into their favorite bikini, back when the style was first introduced, it caused quite a commotion.

The bikini has come a long way since it was first debuted in the 1940’s.To give you an idea of how the style erupted, Reminisce, North America’s top-selling nostalgia magazine, is sharing vintage ads of the sizzling suits of summers past.

So take a lesson in the evolution of the bikini, and check out these vintage ads:

1946-When two fashion forward Frenchmen debuted the first navel-baring women’s swimwear in the mid-1940’s, most women were still wearing tame two pieces like this high-waisted suit.

1964-Pop singer Brian Hyland gave the bikini a boost with the catchy “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini,” which hit the airwaves just as more revealing swimwear arrived on American beaches in the 60's.

1968- Bikinis were everywhere by the end of the decade. The once shocking swimsuit became normal beachwear, and popular brands like Jantzen advertised all-American looks like this.

1970- Designers pushed boundaries with ever-shrinking styles, which included more plunging necklines. Compared to today’s string bikinis, suits like this look modest—but at the time they made a splash!

For the full history of the bikini, visit: http://www.reminisce.com/1960s/a-brief-history-of-the-bikini/

For more fun-to-read features inspired by the 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, early 70s and beyond, check out the website: http://www.reminisce.com/ or download digital editions for the Nook, Kindle or Google Play & Android.

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Mad Men Inspired Fashion for Season 7

Mad Men is slated to return for the first part of season 7 on April 13, 2014 (less than a month away!) Since this show has sparked a whole vintage frenzy, I thought you might be working on Get-The-Look features for some of Mad Men’s iconic styles!

Enter eShakti, the online shopping destination that offers feminine styles and vintage-inspired fashions that can be customized for your body type - whether dressing the curvaceous figure of a Joan, the legs of a Megan, or a recent weight fluctuation like Betty.

Apparel Search would like to present to you below some Mad Men inspired styles from eShakti, all of which can be tailored to the buyer’s specific tastes by changing the neckline, sleeve or hem, or tweaking the measurements to ensure a flattering, TV-ready fit for under $8.
 
Betty
Demure and Traditional, this bombshell loves a full skirt, in delicate pastels and feminine floral. You might want to wear a petticoat for extra volume!

 

 

Joan
This fox is sexy and she knows it. And is not afraid to wear curve-hugging clothes that show off her assets! Lucky for curvaceous  women like Joan (link takes you to beautiful actress that plays Joan), eShakti lets you customize your garment to perfectly hug your bust and hips and cinch your waist.  Joan’s outfits are just perfect for the office.

 

 

 

Megan
Confident, modern and sexy, Megan is the show’s window into the next decade! Copy this mod doll’s style with dresses in psychedelic prints, and don’t be shy to select the “over the knee” option for this one.

 

 

About eShakti

eShakti  is a style-driven women’s online fashion retailer that offers something unique- customizable women’s clothing that can be easily personalized by size (0-36W), measurement and style. They offer distinctive designs (dresses, skirts, jackets, tops, even bridesmaids), quality fabrics, unique details and dressmaker finishes. eShakti offers empowerment for women to get clothes that best suit their personal size, shape and style all at an affordable price ($39-$199). The brand delivers unparalleled fit via easy online measurement tools. Custom styling capabilities allow shoppers to tailor any item to their specific tastes, whether it’s a hemline, neckline or sleeve length, to ensure a flattering fit and custom-made look.

Please note, as far as we know eShakti has no direct affiliation to Mad Men.  These are simply fashion items that may be inspired by the fantastic television show.  Learn more about the Mad Men show.

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Launch of Vintage Shopper

Vintage Shopper has launched its new website, which serves as a vibrant community for vintage, retro and antique enthusiasts. With a mainstream love affair for all things vintage, shoppers have never had a greater desire to discover exciting vintage themed shops, services and products.    "We saw a need to create a niche community that helps vintage shoppers make informed decisions and give businesses the tools to build their brand and connect with their audience," explained founder, Bradley Hebdon. Similarly to Yelp, www.VintageShopper.com offers shoppers the ability to search for vintage businesses, read user-generated reviews and even add favorites to their personal dashboard. To extend the community offline, shoppers can also RSVP to flea markets, antique shows and other vintage themed events. For businesses, owners/managers can add their listing to the directory for free, where they can manage their contact info, social media links, photos and more. Whether they are brick-and-mortar boutiques, points-of-interest, services, blogs, or online storefronts, Vintage Shopper's goal is to help small businesses promote themselves in an affordable, targeted and effective way.  Furthermore, www.VintageShopper.com offers advice through its blog, where approved experts post tips on shopping, decorating, traveling, dressing and so much more. According to founder Bradley Hebdon, "Our blog plays an important role in creating a vibrant and entertaining online vintage community. We see it as a platform for vintage experts to write about what they know best. It's a great opportunity for them to demonstrate knowledge, establish authority and grow their audience."

About VintageShopper.com VintageShopper.com is run by husband and wife team, Bradley and Denise Hebdon, out of their 1930s Vintage inspired home in Long Beach, California, USA.

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