This weekend marked the inaugural Vintage Fashion Expo hosted by The Vintage Experience, a two-day extravaganza featuring some 28 vintage and thrift clothing sellers, cheeky Black Orchid burlesque beauties, live music, a Charlie Chaplin mime and loads of delicious things to eat and drink. It took place at QV54 in Cape Town – a very fitting venue with its towering […]
Hello, everyone! Before I get into today’s post, let me first acknowledge that it has been ages since I last blogged. Those of you who follow the Lehza Vintage store on Facebook/ Twitter or are subscribed to the newsletter will know that I am however constantly sourcing top notch vintage and pre-loved designer wear and […]
On Sunday we had a feast of a picnic with the boyfriend’s family, since Summer has finally arrived in Cape Town. It was at the Helderberg Nature Reserve, one of my favourite spots ever. I’ve been going there since I can remember. Once we had found the perfect shady tree to spread out under in […]
On Wednesday evening we traded at the Vintage Experience market at Truth in Cape Town. Being the eve of Halloween, the theme was “A Very Vintage Halloween”. All the traders, and some of the shoppers, dressed up in their best vintage-inspired and spooky costumes. I decided to go as the legendary Coco Chanel. Her sometimes […]
I remember trying on this beautiful bohemian gown as a little girl, twirling in it around the house barefoot, and waiting for the day that I would fit into it. My mother’s vintage wedding dress is one garment that I will certainly never pass with. What makes this dress even more special is that my mom […]
