Vintage accessories are a great way to spice up your wardrobe. Without looking like you’re heading to a theme party, you can add interest to an ordinary outfit – a handbag here, a scarf there. Maybe just the jacket from from a vintage suit coupled with a pair of modern slim pants; or a unique hat to wear with a contemporary sundress.
– Christie Mellor, artist and author of You Look Fine, Really (William Morrow, 2010)
I completely agree with Ms. Mellor. Combining vintage with modern clothing shows a sense of adventure and creates a unique look. I also like to add antique and vintage jewelry to my outfits. Bakelite brooches, Victorian rings, American Indian bracelets – what fun to mix eras, metals, and gemstones by color or style. It’s fun to play around and decide what works and what doesn’t.
Great ideas and inspiration here! Thank you.