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Where did this old sweater come from?

By Alex

Maybe later!

What's Up With All of the Tiny Vintage?

And why we need to stop saying "everyone was just smaller back then"

Sep 29, 2023•Alex


Let's Not Make a Deal

The "do's" and (even more) "don'ts" of haggling

Jun 22•Alex


21/100: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)

Knicks merch, diamonds, and the 2000's Chill Girl Industrial Complex

Jun 3•Alex


These Are Not Real Clothes

Nov 14, 2025•Alex


That Vintage Isn't Overpriced

Feb 13•Alex


5 "Uncool" Vintage Mall Brands

May 15, 2025•Alex


Is This Vintage?

Sep 15, 2023•Alex


Thanks, It's Thrifted!

Apr 13•Alex


How to: Wear a Skirt Over Pants

Feb 22, 2025•Alex


Sorry, but Vintage Forever 21 is Real

You don't have to like it (or buy it), but that doesn't make it not vintage

May 29•Alex


Tales from May Brimfield

I still can't believe I found this...

May 26•Alex


I Found the Perfect Boatneck Tank Top... In My Own Closet

Why thrifting so-called old lady clothes beats fast fashion every time

May 16•Alex


May Hotline

New stores, novelty bags, and the best designer shopping in Scottsdale

May 3•Alex


20/100: The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

Are you wearing the...?

Apr 30•Alex


I Made It. I'm A Real Writer Now.

A random lady on the internet plagiarized me and I won't shut up about it

Apr 24•Alex


19/100: Marie Antoinette (2006) with Blossom Darling

Let them wear Manolos!

Apr 19•Alex