Vintage bicycling
This week I was perusing the Cause A Frockus archives and stumbled upon our list of intrepid female explorers. It’s a great collection of inspiring women. While each pursued different journeys and...
View ArticleBow ties
Bow ties are the hallmark of vintage class and sophistication. Distinctive yet quirky, they remain one of my favorite vintage men’s fashions (spats will always hold the coveted top spot!). But I...
View ArticleThe spectacular history of spectacles
Glasses are one of the most important fashion decisions that we make. After all, they’re worn on the most prominent part of your body, making them the ultimate statement piece. And if you’re like me,...
View ArticleThe gift of 2020
As we enter into a new year, it’s a time of hope for the new season ahead. A season of healing, positivity and joy. As we get ready to flip the page, it’s also a natural time to reflect and give...
View ArticleEverything’s better with a blanket
The days remain short and the nights chilly. During this long season nothing is better than snuggling up in a cozy blanket. This wintry tradition inspired me to learn more about America’s premier...
View ArticleThe early history of Forbes
As we’ve discussed in a previous feature, tough times can often inspire society’s biggest advancements. I was enjoying this article on a resurgence in the craft economy and it got me thinking. Success...
View ArticleVintage icon from Pennsylvania
The last few weeks have been filled with soon-to-be iconic moments. While I wonder how the history books will capture the present, I choose to greet the day’s headlines with cautious optimism. With the...
View ArticleVintage London playlist
As we start to see the light at the end of the tunnel with the pandemic, my mind is turning once again to travel. There are places I’d love to visit, as well as old favorites I’d love to see again....
View ArticleSelf-culture in the 1890s
The pandemic has forced us all to reflect on how we choose to fill our schedules. Where our problem in 2019 may have been a lack of hours in the day, now it seems our days are never-ending....
View ArticleAn American Classic – The Mason Jar
Throughout human history, we’ve been concerned with food: how to get food, prepare food, and enjoy food. Recipes are the tie that binds us to our ancestors. Food can immediately transport you to a...
View ArticleHow to start a design revolution
It’s hard to imagine a time when clean, crisp Scandinavian designs weren’t popular in America. In fact, the internet was abuzz when IKEA announced they would no longer mail their annual catalog this...
View ArticleMy top three Audrey Hepburn films
Hard to believe Spring is upon us and the pandemic has been with us for a full year. I think about how I’ve read more, painted more, and reclaimed the indoors more than ever before. Socially distanced...
View ArticleWonder Women of the 17th Century
In 2009 the Walt Disney Company purchased Marvel Comics for a staggering $4 billion. This record-breaking investment paid off because industry experts credit this acquisition with saving Disney’s...
View ArticleAthleisure wear through the decades
I think it’s fair to say that during this pandemic we’ve all trended toward comfort. Whether that be comfort food, comfort clothing, or comfort shows – these touch points have served a vital role...
View ArticleThe joy of greeting cards
Spring is a busy time for my family, friends and colleagues. We have dozens of birthdays to celebrate and while a text can be a great way to convey well wishes, there’s a special joy in getting a card...
View ArticleThese espadrilles were made for walkin’
As the temperatures start to climb ever-higher, it’s time to search for the ideal Summer shoe. For me, that search starts and ends in one place. I adore a beautiful sandal. Ever since I saw Audrey...
View ArticleSpringtime holidays
Humans have always looked to Spring as a time for fresh starts. It’s a time when everything blossoms: from flowers to love to the cleaning projects we’ve neglected. Spring is a time to bask in the sun...
View ArticleThe Moonstone
It’s no mystery by now that I adore a good detective story. There’s the dynamic duo of Nick & Nora, Jane Marple and the little gray cells of Hercule Poirot, Columbo and his “one more thing,” and...
View ArticleA peek into the history of the crossword puzzle
Most nights after walking my dogs and brushing my teeth, I settle into bed with a crossword puzzle. I can thank my grandma for getting me into puzzles and word searches. She always had a word search...
View ArticleBewitched by vintage maternity fashion
One of the reasons I adore vintage fashion is that there’s something for everyone during each season of life. Do you have a big day at the office ahead and need a boost of confidence? Nothing like a...
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