Photography: Jessie Bodnar
Styling: Marie Takacs
Model: Skye Frawley
Whether it’s a house party or a black-tie event, this holiday season is best served: dressed. In 2022, vintage is arguably the “new black.” Shopping in a family closet or scouring the state for the best pieces not only adds to the appeal but you also won’t have to break the bank. That being said, I was on a mission to do just that-
One of the key components of the vintage “look” is acquiring accessories to pull everything together. Whether it’s rhinestone heels or a deco headband, more is definitely more when it comes to this season. Below are samples of what we love for the 2022-23 season and where to shop.
Vintage and Consignment Stores In NJ and PA (New Hope is 25 min from TCNJ)
- Night Bird Vintage, New Hope PA.
- Great and reasonably priced, watch out for stains and loose seams, however.
- Love Saves the Day, New Hope PA.
- More fun just to visit and get ideas, a little bit too expensive; they don’t discount damages (stains, rips, tears, etc.).
- The Bargain Box, Morristown NJ.
- Best thrift store I have ever been to! YSL coat for 20 dollars, so reasonably priced and stuff is always in excellent condition.
- Erby’s Elite Repeat, Morristown NJ.
- Down the street from the Bargain Box, lots of designers and constantly rotating stock.
- The Blue Ox Thrift Shop, Titusville.
- Hit or miss, with weird hours. Charity shop; NEAR New Hope and worth a look if nearby.
Look One: “The Serena Van der Woodsen” An over-the-top dress fit for my favorite fictional Upper-Eastsider.
Ballerina Dress: custom-made (by Marie Takacs) replica of Serena’s dress from the Waldorf design’s fashion show.
Tights: Nordstrom, Shoes: vintage Christian Lacroix
Look Two- “The Blair Waldorf”: My second favorite Upper-Eastsider inspired this look which, in true Blair fashion, should be worn while scheming your next plan.
Dress: French Connection from 2008, Purple Tights: Hue, Shoes: French Connection 2008, Hair Bow: Free People.
Look Three: “The Studio 54” The legendary nightclub of New York lends its sensibilities to this outfit. If you haven’t watched the Studio 54 movie, you should.
Wrap Top and Headbands: custom made (by Marie Takacs),
Pants: American Apparel, Bag: Chloé from 2006, Shoes: Vintage St.John.
Look Four: “The Ballerina goes to a Christmas Party” This is what I imagine a dancer from the New York City Ballet would have worn to the company Christmas party in 1998.
Beaded Dress: Vintage Kay Unger, Purple Tights: Hue, Star Shoes: Vintage Marc Jacobs, Beaded Headband: Lele Saddoughi.
Look Five: “The I borrowed My Sister’s Prom Dress” Aptly named this was my sister’s senior prom dress, but it works as a going-out dress (or a stay-at-home dress).
Bow Dress: Betsy Johnson 2008, Puffercoat: Free People, Navy Sparkle Socks: Calzedonia, Sequin Bow Pumps: Prada 2005, Bobby Pins: Ulta.
