Bored housewife with lots of old clothes? Not really, but the growth in browsing online in the late 90’s encouraged me to look for similar minded people with vintage clothes for sale. This led to the creation of Vintagecouture.com. Though not pre eBay, the concept was to allow collectors to sell and buy through the website… a relatively unique idea at the time. It helped that my 16-year-old nephew was able to put together a commercial website in 48 hours. All, Vintage CHANEL

While hosting our annual vintage trunk show at Distractions, the fashion forward boutique in Aspen, Colorado, I fell in love with this dress from their first collection. It was the beginning of my love affair with Jack and Lazaro. The chartreuse PS1 I got in LA on my birthday, and I carried it for a year straight until I got the purple one so I could give it a rest. The clutch was on sale at Harvey Nichols in London, and while orange isn't really my color, this clutch is a lifesaver in a fashion emergency. The color really pops! All, Proenza Schouler

I know fur is not PC, but sadly this one has been a jacket since the 60’s. Even in this state it deserves respect and a good home. The chairs are covered in vintage mohair velvet that I found in the 70’s in NYC and kept until I found the right chairs - 3 years ago. – Lynda Latner. I believe that vintage fur is the way to go. There is less guilt associated with it, and really you are allowing the fur to live out its destiny. I would never condone a leopard fur today but this jacket is hard to resist. – Yael Kanter Jacket, Vintage Christian Dior

Gold + black = drama. – Lynda Latner. Gold and Black is the perfect color combination. So chic. I love how my sneakers look in this picture. I wear a lot of gold and black. – Yael Kanter L to R. Dresses, Vintage CHANEL, Vintage Versace, Vintage Gianfranco Ferré; Studded Sneakers, Christian Louboutin; Gold Sneakers, Pierre Hardy; White Sneakers, Converse x Vena Cava

Incredible Dior haute couture belt from the Ferré era. It is like the WWE belt for the fashion Olympics. It is great paired with a fabulous red silk dress. Belt, Vintage Christian Dior Haute Couture

Leopard taffeta, white pique, tuxedo jacket all together in one outfit? Perry Ellis knew how to make a woman feel empowered and feminine. We miss him. All Clothing, Perry Ellis; Shoes, Christian Louboutin

Evidently I had a Belgian Loafer problem in the mid 80’s! Or maybe I was longing for the preppy look? Whatever the case I love love love them, and never miss a chance to wear them summer or winter. Shoes, Belgian Loafers

Iconic collectible. Every collectors staple item. I love having them in our inventory. – Lynda Latner. I have a soft spot for Courrèges. I wore head to toe vintage Courrèges for my high school prom. It was obviously my mother’s idea and she sourced the outfit. I felt like I stepped out of the mod 60’s. It was so fabulous. – Yael Kanter Jacket, Vintage Courrèges

I have an obsession with Miu Miu handbags. They are so well made and comfortable to carry. This one was a must have, and I finally was able to pick one up on a trip to L.A. Bag, Miu Miu

Obsessed! As you can see. I am a huge fan of Miuccia and I can’t get enough of the handbags. I always look forward to the next season, handbags are the most versatile accessory and when I find a bag I love, I wear it to death. Bags, Miu Miu

There are times when I am out on a buying trip and I find a piece that takes my breath away. A Gucci vicuna coat is one of those dream buys. I broke down and stashed it in my closet, or as I like to say it’s in the “permanent archives”. – Lynda Latner. This works for me because I know that I can borrow this coat and other pieces in the “permanent archives”! – Yael Kanter All, Vintage Gucci

Like Yael said… we are quirky collectors. This is a good look, no? Necklace, Vintage CHANEL

Both passed along from my stylish Mother. She knows a good bag when she sees one. L to R. Bags, Vintage Pucci, Vintage Roberta Di Camerino

At 70% off in 1989, these dream shoes became mine. They are my summer flats and have stood the test of time. – Lynda Latner My mother’s feet are slightly bigger than mine so I have never been able to borrow these shoes. When I saw this gorgeous bag in the same jewel print at a vintage show years ago, it was finally my chance to have a piece of that collection! - Yael Kanter All, Vintage CHANEL

These are from our extensive 90’s CHANEL inventory. They are waiting patiently for just the right chic client to need them in their wardrobe. All, Vintage CHANEL

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend! This 1960’s cocktail dress from the Vintagecouture.com inventory is like body jewelry, just add earrings. – Lynda Latner. Here at Vintage Couture we love really insane vintage sunglasses. Even if you are shy about wearing vintage, a killer pair of sunglasses like these Pucci or Montana ones, show you have an eye for fashion. Dress, Vintage Norman Norell; Bag, Hermès Printed Sunglasses, Vintage Pucci; Pin, CHANEL

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The photo of Debbie and Carrie Fisher captured by Ron Gallela. It was given to me as a thank you for an installation of Hollywood Fashion that I curated for Holt Renfrew, back in 2003. I love this photo because Debbie and Carrie are the epitome of a fashionable mother-daughter duo. Both are fashion icons, and know a thing or two about vintage clothes. Here at VC we really love 1960’s Kelly bags. They are classic and timeless, and who can resist chocolate croc? L-R. Bags, Hermès, Pucci, Pucci, Pucci, Hermès

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2006 and 2007 were my favorite Chloé collections. Not only did I wear these two pieces to the pre-wedding occasions for my eldest daughter, but the white one was so captivating that it got me a front row seat at the Christian Lacroix Couture show in Paris one summer. Dresses, Chloé

I have an obsession with Christopher Kane and his amazing ethereal prints. I have worn this chiffon moto jacket almost every day since I got it! I am also a sucker for spikes, especially when they are Louboutin. I turned my mom onto them and she got these fab loafers. Jacket, Christopher Kane; Spike Loafers, Christian Louboutin; Oxfords, CHANEL; Clutch, Vintage Pucci

The killer gold brocade couture suit is my mother’s from the 60’s, and the spectator heels are Vintage Couture inventory and date from the late 80’s, early 90’s. The shoes remind me of the ones that the Pearly Queen wore in “My Fair Lady”. – Lynda Latner. I love CHANEL handbags, and vintage bags have a pre-loved feel that you can't get in a store. The mini drawstring one is the perfect night out bag and the sunglasses case on a chain fits a Blackberry or iPhone perfectly! Now I always know where my phone is. – Yael Kanter All, Vintage CHANEL

My style is very laid back - I like to wear jeans and sneakers - but not just any sneakers! I bought the gold ones at the flagship store in Paris, in the Palais Royal. The white ones are amazing Converse x Vena Cava, that look like the feathers and stripes were drawn on. L to R. Shoes, Pierre Hardy, Converse x Vena Cava; Chirstian Louboutin

The family's obsessions; vintage CHANEL, rare books, Pucci prints, modern graphic novels and the eyeball! – Lynda Latner. I love that I come from a family of quirky collectors, it leaves the door wide open for me to embrace my eclectic collecting side. – Yael Kanter Jacket and Necklace, CHANEL; Box Bag, Vintage Pucci; Colored Bags, Vintage CHANEL

Leopard print is a wardrobe staple for me - it goes with everything and is perfect for every occasion. The shoes were a must have after I fell in love with them on The Man Repeller. Lynda and I man repel on a daily basis at the office; brogues, harem pants and Marni dresses! The bag is so unique because of the horizontal quilting. It’s always nice to have something a little different. Dress, Alaïa; Shoes, Miu Miu; Bag and Necklace, CHANEL

This 1960’s dress came right out of a clients closet in Miami beach, unused and fabulous. The color is so shocking that even pink haters can't help but love it. The Lawrence Weiner word installation is cryptic and clever, just like him. Dress, Vintage Malcolm Starr

This is the couture gown my mother wore to my older sister's wedding in 1969. Nothing that important gets given away… we just keep passing it through our family, it has heirloom status. – Lynda Latner. If I’ve learnt anything from my mother and grandmother, it is to never throw away your fabulous clothing. – Yael Kanter Dress, Vintage Nina Ricci from Grandmother Cooper

I have loved my mother’s Taxi clutch for as long as I can remember. I used to take it from her closet and carry it to Bat Mitzvahs when I was 12! I guess I've always had a soft spot for Hermès. Clutch, Vintage Hermès

This is a HAC from the 1960’s. Pre dated the Birkin. I see this more as piece of furniture than a viable travel bag, this doesn’t fit in anyone’s overhead rack! Bag, Vintage Hermès