Out & About: The Manhattan Vintage Clothing Show
February 6, 2012 
What a weekend! Saturday brought a trip to the Manhattan Vintage Clothing Show. Such fun! If you've never been, it's definitely worth a visit. We were on a tight schedule, so my husband was sweet enough to take pictures while I got lost in all of the vintage goodness. He's a keeper.
And speaking of keepers, that little white fur coat is pretty hard to resist, don't you think? So charming...
I instantly fell in love with the delightful array of candy-colored patent leather purses at DAYBREAK VINTAGE (which also had a great collection of flower pins and Enid Collins bags, among many other lovely things). These bags felt so fresh to me. I especially loved the color and shape of the pink bag, but that kelly green bag with the green closure? Too good to be true.
Ooooh...check out this fantastic Pierre Cardin dress from CHELSEA GIRL. Without a doubt, it embodied the 4 C's: Classic, Crimson, Cream and Chevron. I can't stop picturing it worn over slim, ankle-skimming pants with sweet ballet flats and pearls, pearls, pearls.
I'm pretty sure I gasped when I turned the corner to find this swoon-worthy wall of vintage jewelry at DE JEWELS, beautifully and thoughtfully arranged by color. I'm still kicking myself for leaving the show without buying the amazing Accessocraft peachy-pink oversized chain necklace I saw in this booth. It was the most delicious color...
Oh, I wish I could share photos from each and every booth. It was such a fun day, and I can't wait to go back and spend more time. Maybe I'll see you there!
What's your favorite vintage show?
Reader Comments (2)
I love this vintage show! Unfortunately missed this one, but went to the last. It's like entering Willy Wonka's chocolate factory, but finding yummy vintage goods, instead of everlasting gobstoppers! Can't wait for the next one!
In answer to your question: another of my favorite vintage shows is across the pond - The Clerkenwell Vintage Fashion Fair in London. Not only do they have such an eclectic mix of quality vintage, they have the cutest little tea room and have an alterations room for tailoring those vintage finds just for you!
Thanks so much for the info about the Clerkenwell Vintage Fashion Fair, Joanna! Vintage, alterations and a tea room?!? That sounds too good to be true!