We've shared antique shopping tips, how to shop for vintage clothing, my favorite flea market finds under $15, and other mentions revolving around my love of flea markets. But we've never really done a How-To post to help them seem more manageable for those who find them ...read more
There's something about starting a collection that feels nostalgic. When I was young, I collected everything from troll dolls and Pogs to baseball cards and stickers. And it's fun to watch the same thing in Sloan, who's already passionate about her ever-growing stack of books ...read more
I just posted a picture of my bar here, but over the weekend, I found a replacement. I've always loved the idea of a formal bar with character, and this industrial shop cart does the trick (especially for $60 at the flea market). The paint is chipping and it's on wheels (I ...read more
I love the energy at flea markets. There's such promise as you walk through aisles of antique finds with the hope of uncovering new treasures. With a massive coffee in hand, I made the trek out to Pasadena last Sunday and came home with a faux fur vest (which I had to throw on ...read more
A couple of months ago, I found this blazer at the Flea Market, but have been hard-pressed to find an appropriate occasion to bust out its disco-inspired sparkles. Rather than waiting around for a festive party, I opted to add a whimsical touch to my daytime ensemble while ...read more
There's nothing more frustrating than mapping out an entire flea market outing and then leaving practically empty handed. This past Sunday, I had all the right materials: my ridiculously small, yet functional cross-body bag, light layers, comfortable vintage boots and a detailed ...read more
Since the Rose Bowl Flea Market only comes around once a month, I like to have a general idea of what I'm looking for prior to my arrival. Tomorrow I'm anxious to swipe up as many romantic-inspired pieces as possible with a few D.I.Y. projects in mind (how amazing would this and ...read more
As most of my readers can attest, I'm a huge aficionado of Flea Markets. This Sunday, I visited a popular one in West Hollywood and since I walked away with a bunch of great new things, I thought I'd share some of my secrets to success. avoid: fake bags embrace: vintage ...read more
Since many of my readers have never been to the Rose Bowl flea market, I decided to snap a few pictures from today's outing. Thousands of vendors have booths bursting with vintage clothing, kitchenware and furniture, so it's very easy to get overwhelmed. Inspired by my Crave or ...read more
Thanks to all of the rave reviews from my lovely readers, I finally saw 'Sex and the City' with two of my best friends. As predicted, I absolutely adored the film. The one downfall, was my obsession with nearly every outfit that Carrie wore, which consequently spiraled into a ...read more