Tuesday 25 November 2014

The Style Files: Etsy finds for independent style this winter

Make sure you stand out from the crowd this coming winter by finding one of a kind pieces to work into your wardrobe.  The great thing about buying from your local vintage store or Etsy sellers is that you can embrace indie style.

To get started with with some indie style ideas, fall in love with these Etsy finds:

noirohio vintage



noirohio vintage (see above photo)
Maggie Leadman of noirohio vintage has been selling vintage treasures online since May 2005. Head to both noirohio on etsy and noirohio on ebay for trend-setting statement vintage pieces to set you apart from the crowd.
1. White arctic fox fur coat, 1970's vintage fur coat with grey leather trim.
2. Valentino vintage wool trousers, 1980's black wool wide leg pants.
3. Vintage polka dot jumpsuit, 1970's black and white retro bell bottomed jumpsuit.
4. Escada high waist trouser pants, vintage 1980's navy wool pants.


Persephone Vintage


Persephone Vintage (see above photo)
Susan Choi of Persephone Vintage is based in New York. Her interview with about.com offers some great insight into why she is passionate about vintage fashion.
1. Dan Millstein babydoll coat, 1950's brushed wool swing coat with satin bow detail.
2. Melt your heart fur coat, 1970's vintage fox fur coat with satin lining.
3. St John black wool mini dress, vintage 1980's sweater dress with decorative brass buttons.
4. Armide woven leather sweater, vintage 1970's sweater top with geometric tribal design.
5. Zoompy time plaid coat, vintage 1980's cropped tartan blazer.
6. Labyrinthe jacket, vintage 1990's avant garde cream jacket with double zip.


Loose Stockings


Loose Stockings (see above photo)
Loose Stockings Etsy store is a great treasure trove of vintage tartan coats and fur winter coats.
1. Hanna Troy Weekender plaid winter coat, vintage plaid swing coat.
2. Londenfrey vintage wool peacoat, earth coloured plaid winter coat made in Austria. 3. Men's vintage plaid coat, vintage men's tartan coat with faux fur lining.
4. Seafield vintage plaid coat, tartan wool winter coat with red trim and shell buttons,  made in Scotland.


ROLFSON Off Duty


ROLFSON Off Duty (see above photo)
Based in Canada, ROLFSON Off Duty have some great vintage designer threads on offer with pretty styling to boot.
1. Christian Lacroix knit skirt set, vintage 1980's shirt and skirt set with bold geometric pattern.
2. Royal blue winter coat, bold royal blue double breasted winter coat with leather trim.
3. Vintage Tuxedo Jacket Blazer, double breasted long satin blazer.
4. Hand knit crochet crop sweater and midi skirt set, vintage skirt and sweater set in royal blue.


Keyman Design


Keyman Design (see above photo)
Keyman Design are based in Turkey and sell beautiful handmade leather shoes.
1. Cecile shoes, fine black leather handmade shoes with 5cm heel.
2. Jora booties, black leather handmade shoes with wooden wedge.
3. Fran shoes, black python plated leather brogue style womens' shoes.
4. Jiji black high heels, handmade from fine black leather with wooden heels.

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