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Ever since we began researching clothing re-use for our book ThriftStyle, we have been heartened to see thrifting move from the fringes into a true movement. This week brings the momentous news that the luxury department store Nordstrom, which has 379 stores in 40 states, will begin selling used clothing online and in its new [...]
When Allison saw a Dolce & Gabbana ad featuring a black wool dress enlivened by a row of mismatched buttons across the bodice and down the shoulders and elbow-length sleeves, she had the urge to copy the look with something thrifted. Some months ago, she had found a late 1950s "Chic Debs styled by Norma [...]
This poor, poor couture jacket had been mistreated. When spied at an inner-city Salvation Army store in Los Angeles, there was a 4-inch tear down the right front, and all the buttons had been carelessly snipped off, leaving scissor holes in the fabric. Still, it was a fine wool Salvatore Ferragamo blazer, made in [...]
The simplest repair and/or upcycle for thrifted items is changing out buttons. If you can't make it to the Mecca of unique and antique buttons, Tender Buttons in New York City, don't despair. Fabulous buttons can be yours wherever you live -- thanks to internet ordering. Some of our favorite long-distance button sources are: Benno's [...]
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