Still Relevant

          Styles constantly fall in and out of fashion...or vice versa...fashion falls in and out of style...whatever the case, vintage stays true. I wondered what the term "vintage" really meant prior to my site and blog endeavor and after much reading, I decided being dated wasn't so bad.

MCM Cross body

I had to remind myself something that you buy at the thrift store does not make it vintage, but that doesn't mean that you can't find such treasures at your local thrift. Do your research on labels, brands, and markings. The history of your new found gem can be fascinating! I find myself enamored...obsessed with the hunt of the story.
     I first came across the German handbag brand MCM (Mode Creation Munich) five years ago. My original find was the "MCM cross body" (recently sold) on my website. Your eyes aren't lost in the monogrammed pattern, which can easily consume the design structure of the overall piece.  I was particularly appreciative of the brass plate placard framing an original serial number assigned each bag. Talk about making a piece your own...

Via Park and Cube
Knowing the story of MCM, I was really happy to see Shini of Park and Cube sport a hot pink mini purse, pairing it with an equally flashy overcoat. It's exciting to see a  piece like this bring life to an ensemble; because of how classic it is or how true it has stayed to its history's aesthetic.
Vintage forever, ladies!