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LA's Confederacy boutique recently launched its official website. Shall we go in and have a look? The sale section is brimming with unique footwear, like this Modern Vintage Beleza Mandarin Platform ($150, originally $299). Hot color, cool heel. Throw them on with dress socks if it gets cold. There are also a few tees and jackets if you're not digging the shoes. For more great deals, check out Read more
When it came time to transform her son's nursery into a big-boy room, Michelle of Vintage Junky, a vintage shop owner who also sells her wares on Etsy, did what she does best: repurposing old furniture pieces and adding some character-rich artworks and DIY projects. Michelle has a knack for somehow making everything old look new and modern and everything new look wonderfully old, and this room is Read more
Wedding season is all around us, and we share plenty of tips here on TrèsSugar for how to be a modern bride and bridesmaid. But sometimes we like to take a look back at what it was like to walk down the aisle back in the day. Looking through these vintage wedding ads, I gather that the best way to secure a husband and have the wedding of your dreams involved a lot of soap, silverware, and Read more
Brooches are back and better than ever, and this latest batch of celebrities are showing us exactly how it's done. Opting for a more modern look, Freida Pinto made a striking arrival at the Tribeca Film Festival wearing a sharp red Gucci suit accessorized with a black and gold butterfly brooch. We love how Freida tempered her masculine pantsuit with such a feminine accoutrement, but if you're Read more
In the days of cell phones and video chat, there's not much of a reason to keep a rotary telephone around other than its vintage good looks. A new project called the Rotobooth is repurposing those antique devices of yore in a way that is so 2012: a text message-sending photo booth. Rotobooth users dial their mobile numbers the old-school way with long winds around the rotary phone located below Read more
Famed decoupage artisan and shopkeeper John Derian is teaming up with Paperless Post for an exclusive collection of 65 customizable digital notecards, save-the-date cards, and invitations. The collaboration merges John Derian's keen eye for antique imagery with Paperless Post's extraordinary model for exchanging digital stationery in the modern age. John Derian fans will be happy to see his Read more
When it comes to shopping eco, you can't get more environmentally friendly than buying vintage. Vintage pieces are undeniably special, don't use any extra resources or materials to make, and coolest of all, they come with the best stories. In honor of Earth Day, we've rounded up 20 fantastic preloved pieces that are sure to refresh your modern wardrobe — even though they've been around for a Read more
Make a high-impact arrangement with just a handful of blooms. — Stylelist Home A new twist on classic subway tiles. — Bob Vila Get inspired with eco-conscious art that goes beyond the canvas. — Eco Salon Six alarm clocks that won't cramp your nightstand's style. — Real Simple Modern and vintage mix seamlessly in this new Bainbridge Island shop. — Elle Decor Painting a room? Consider Read more
With the recent release of her new book, Vintage Remix, interior designer and shop owner Kishani Perera can add author to her formidable list of accomplishments. Perera's book is an absolute visual feast for interior design fans, with gorgeous photos of homes that mix modern and vintage elements, high, low, and custom pieces, and beautiful art and textiles. Perera is the founder of the LA-based Read more
On last night's episode of Mad Men, Don's new secretary, Dawn, and Peggy shared some beers and office stories on Peggy's floral sofa. Here's hoping that the sofa was comfortable — Dawn had to sleep over on it to avoid riots in her BedStuy neighborhood and deal with an awkward interaction between herself and Peggy before the night was over. Truth be told, I actually love the look of floral Read more
