vintage clothing

Where Does Vintage Clothing Come From – Truly?

Where Does Vintage Clothing Come From – Truly? We all know that many people love vintage clothing because we feel it tells us stories. Equally rich are the stories behind how vintage pieces find their way to market. The resources that go into finding worthy pieces are beyond what the average bear could withstand. When [...]

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Vintage on the road – where does vintage come from?

Vintage on the road – where does vintage come from? Where does vintage come from? Sometimes, often, the most delightful people and places. It’s been a busy blast the past few months, and the fingers and brain are a bit rusty when it comes to blogging. Stand by. I owe a great deal to two [...]

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10th Anniversary – Change Afoot!

10th Anniversary – Change Afoot! And we’re not going anywhere. In fact, just back from many miles and days on the road with terrific finds to get up on the website, just in time to celebrate Kakkoii Mono’s 10th anniversary on the intertubes on November 13. Soon you’ll be able to see the answer to [...]

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Vintage Clothing, Literary Devices, & Duckie

Vintage Clothing, Literary Devices, & Duckie Characters who wear vintage clothing are usually a cliche: it’s boilerplate shorthand for someone who’s edgy, “alternative”, maybe a bit arty. It’s no longer an accurate shortcut to defining a character. It’s limiting and lazy. I don’t consider myself edgy or alternative, but I’d accept arty, since that is [...]

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Vintage Clothing and the Pricing Mystery

Vintage Clothing and Pricing Transparency In the growing market of vintage clothing, where the most highly sought items can command prices in the five- and six-figures, it’s not unexpected that the sellers and buyers of such pieces increasingly view them as works of art. As with fine art, vintage clothing and textiles can experience significant [...]

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