Welcome to our year-end recap! Time to round up our favorite pieces from 2023. These were not necessarily our most rare or most expensive items sold. They were, however, ten standout items that customers viewed most during the past 12 months on our store. If you see something you love, sorry. It’s long gone. But you…
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Store Updates
Now accepting Spring consignments We are now accepting merchandise for the Spring/Summer 2024 season. This may include high end designer suits, lightweight casual shirts, shorts, sunglasses, hats, loafers and more. Activewear, outdoor gear, and casual designer sportswear is preferred at this time. Please see the preferred designers page for additional details on what we can…
History of the Imitated, Iconic Burberry Tartan
Burberry is one of the most sought-after luxury brands on the resale market. This English company rose to popularity in the late 1800s for their water-resistant trench coats made of gabardine. In the 1920s, the company introduced a distinct tartan plaid, sewing it within the lining of their popular trench coats. Today, this pattern is one…
Winter Wear Wellness – December 2019
For its second season, we supplied menswear for Winter Wear Wellness – A Heart for Fashion, show in Rochester, MN. Organized by Alexander R. Denning, the charity event features only local designers and merchants. With the help of producer IamMoody, we fitted models with a blend of classic Western and vintage inspired looks. Photos are…
Spring Has Sprung Fashion Show at Piggy Bank, Uptown
We were honored to participate in IamMoody’s “Spring Has Sprung” Fashion Show, hosted by Piggy Bank in Minneapolis. Thanks to Richard Moody for including our shop among the local stores who supplied clothing and accessories, and of course to Madeline Eli for her fashion photography. More fashion photography: Mpls Street Style with Ebbets Field FlannelsLanvin…
New Arrivals: Ludwig Reiter Bench Made Shoes and Boots
There are many “heritage” brands around today who market themselves as maintaining an unbroken manufacturing tradition since the birth of the company way back in the mists of antiquity. Of these, some are undeniably the real thing. Yet sadly many others are merely opportunists spinning a good story for greater credibility and profit – the…
New Arrivals: Ralph Lauren RRL Denim and Outerwear
Few US labels get fashion fanboys’ blood racing like RRL, Ralph Lauren’s line of rugged Americana-inspired looks. Named after Ralph and Ricky Lauren’s sprawling “Double RL” ranch in the shadow of Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, RRL has true American West credentials. The Double RL line takes in everything from pioneer-style workwear through to military-inspired classics…
A Special Collection of Number (N)ine by Takahiro Miyashita
Number (N)ine designer Takahiro Miyashita has always been something of an enigma. Apparently simple to read, but, on reflection, somewhat less easy to understand. True, Miyashita’s grungy Americana-inspired designs for Number (N)ine displayed their influences quite literally on their sleeves. Similarly, the man’s relentless fixation with rock ‘n’ roll is evident in everything he touches:…
Iconic Eyewear by Designer Jean Paul Gaultier
Jean Paul Gaultier is one of fashion’s great innovators. From his first collection in 1976, Gaultier made his mark with highly irreverent designs. His collections would often push the boundaries of gender and sexuality, or channel the rebellious attitude of punk rock. Gaultier created Madonna’s infamous cone bras for her Blond Ambition Tour in 1990.…
Pre-Owned Bespoke Footwear from John Lobb London
New on consignment this week, we have four pairs of incredibly handsome, gently used shoes from John Lobb Ltd in London. As you can see in the photos, these bespoke shoes reflect classic styling with a modern touch. Our client has been happy to experiment with different leathers offered at the London store. This batch…