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Vintage Shopping Finds: Green leather Moschino Belt, $10 at my favorite flea market in New York.

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Apr 08
Vintage Shopping Finds: Green leather Moschino Belt, $10 at my favorite flea market in New York. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Starre Vartan asks me to reveal my near and dear vintage fashion shopping secrets today on Mother Nature Network—read it, here.

“Emma Grady is one of those women who you see walking down the street in New York City, or at a party, and think that A. I really should have done something with my hair before I left the house and B. She must spend a fortune on her wardrobe. Incredibly chic, generally colorful (though she rocks neutrals sometimes too) clothes that fit her to a T is what Emma’s all about, but she does it all on a serious budget—because it’s all vintage,” says Starre. What a compliment, thank you! Read the entire article via the link, below.

Vintage shopping: Learn from the master - Reused clothing expert Emma Grady shares her secrets (and some fab finds).
Apr 05
Starre Vartan asks me to reveal my near and dear vintage fashion shopping secrets today on Mother Nature Network—read it, here. “Emma Grady is one of those women who you see walking down the street in New York City, or at a party, and think that A. I really should have done something with my hair before I left the house and B. She must spend a fortune on her wardrobe. Incredibly chic, generally colorful (though she rocks neutrals sometimes too) clothes that fit her to a T is what Emma’s all about, but she does it all on a serious budget—because it’s all vintage,” says Starre. What a compliment, thank you! Read the entire article via the link, below. Vintage shopping: Learn from the master - Reused clothing expert Emma Grady shares her secrets (and some fab finds).

Jacob Gordon’s voice stood out first, before his style: as my former colleague at Discovery’s TreeHugger.com, he was the host of TreeHugger Radio where he engaged with numerous notable figures on pressing environmental issues—with a quality radio voice to boot!

Take one look at his mini bio pic and you’ll see he is a sharp dresser. What can I say? It was a fashion crush from far sight.

Thanks to TreeHugger’s remote office, we didn’t meet in the flesh until he moved to my ‘hood in Brooklyn, where my suspicions were confirmed: Jacob’s style is classic, polished, and put-together (all of the time, not just on occasion).

So without further adieu, here’s Jacob on his style (the story is all in the details):

I’m wearing my favorite leather jacket, which is tattered nearly to oblivion at this point.

I bought it vintage on eBay a few years ago and it may be made of horse hide. I’ve had it relined and patched up as best I can but this horse is probably almost ready to be put down.

The boots I bought on eBay as well; they’re just simple Justin cowboy boots but I’ve worn these dogs for countless hours on honky tonk stages across Nashville and they’ve never let me down (though I’ve had the soles replaced a couple times).

The necktie, one of those short square-on-the-bottom numbers, is vintage from a little shop in Nashville called The Hip Zipper.

The belt is one of my favorite possessions. It’s made by an eccentric Nashvillian leather smith named Colonel Littleton who based his unique–and patented–No. 5 belt design on civil war rifle straps, or so they say.

The vest is from Imogene and Willie, a Nashville brand that does primarily high-quality American sewn denim.

This simple wool hunting vest could probably stop a slow-moving bullet, and when it came in the mail there was an oatmeal raisin cookie in the box.

The jeans are J Crew selvedge denim; nothing exciting but they fit great and last a long time and stay nice and dark (though I don’t wash them much).

Can’t get enough of Jacob? Follow his work at Artiphon, where he is Director of Marketing, or his musings on smiles, and more, on his Tumblr. Or, you can catch him via his clever tweets at @Jacob_Gordon. 

Photo: Emma Grady

More Heirloom-Meets-Modern Style
Something Old, Something New: Sean Hotchkiss of Khaki Crusader
Something Old, Something New: Liam Alexander
Something Old, Something New: Rebecca Roe

This post is part of an ongoing series, “Something Old, Something New,” that looks at how people with amazing personal style incorporate vintage and heirloom pieces into their everyday wardrobes. Through a series of personal anecdotes and images, Emma shares “the story behind the style”, proving that, when it comes to dressing, there’s more than meets the eye. Read more stories, here.

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Feb 27
Jacob Gordon’s voice stood out first, before his style: as my former colleague at Discovery’s TreeHugger.com, he was the host of TreeHugger Radio where he engaged with numerous notable figures on pressing environmental issues—with a quality radio voice to boot! Take one look at his mini bio pic and you’ll see he is a sharp dresser. What can I say? It was a fashion crush from far sight.Thanks to TreeHugger’s remote office, we didn’t meet in the flesh until he moved to my ‘hood in Brooklyn, where my suspicions were confirmed: Jacob’s style is classic, polished, and put-together (all of the time, not just on occasion). So without further adieu, here’s Jacob on his style (the story is all in the details): I’m wearing my favorite leather jacket, which is tattered nearly to oblivion at this point. I bought it vintage on eBay a few years ago and it may be made of horse hide. I’ve had it relined and patched up as best I can but this horse is probably almost ready to be put down. The boots I bought on eBay as well; they’re just simple Justin cowboy boots but I’ve worn these dogs for countless hours on honky tonk stages across Nashville and they’ve never let me down (though I’ve had the soles replaced a couple times). The necktie, one of those short square-on-the-bottom numbers, is vintage from a little shop in Nashville called The Hip Zipper. The belt is one of my favorite possessions. It’s made by an eccentric Nashvillian leather smith named Colonel Littleton who based his unique–and patented–No. 5 belt design on civil war rifle straps, or so they say. The vest is from Imogene and Willie, a Nashville brand that does primarily high-quality American sewn denim. This simple wool hunting vest could probably stop a slow-moving bullet, and when it came in the mail there was an oatmeal raisin cookie in the box. The jeans are J Crew selvedge denim; nothing exciting but they fit great and last a long time and stay nice and dark (though I don’t wash them much). Can’t get enough of Jacob? Follow his work at Artiphon, where he is Director of Marketing, or his musings on smiles, and more, on his Tumblr. Or, you can catch him via his clever tweets at @Jacob_Gordon.  Photo: Emma Grady More Heirloom-Meets-Modern StyleSomething Old, Something New: Sean Hotchkiss of Khaki CrusaderSomething Old, Something New: Liam AlexanderSomething Old, Something New: Rebecca Roe This post is part of an ongoing series, “Something Old, Something New,” that looks at how people with amazing personal style incorporate vintage and heirloom pieces into their everyday wardrobes. Through a series of personal anecdotes and images, Emma shares “the story behind the style”, proving that, when it comes to dressing, there’s more than meets the eye. Read more stories, here.Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Grace Kelly stunned in a classic and timeless Edith Head gown at the 1955 Academy Awards. Few reached Kelly’s poise and elegance at this year’s 85th Academy Awards but there were more than a handful of notable looks that made me swoon:

  • Eddie Redmayne suited up in a sharp tailored tuxedo by Alexander McQueen. But what put him a step ahead were a pair of chic velvet tuxedo slippers.

  • Samantha Barks donned a simple LBD with a plunging v-neck—and functional pockets to boot!

  • Kerry Washington opted for a striking hot pink Miu Miu gown. She should have gone with a pair of open-toed sandals as opposed to cheap-looking red patent leather accessories—eek!

  • Jessica Chastain was number one in my book with an elegant Armani gown with a classic Hollywood glamor do’ and red lips.

View all these looks—and MORE—on my carefully curated Pinterest page: Classic Style on the Red Carpet

Feb 26
Grace Kelly stunned in a classic and timeless Edith Head gown at the 1955 Academy Awards. Few reached Kelly’s poise and elegance at this year’s 85th Academy Awards but there were more than a handful of notable looks that made me swoon: Eddie Redmayne suited up in a sharp tailored tuxedo by Alexander McQueen. But what put him a step ahead were a pair of chic velvet tuxedo slippers. Samantha Barks donned a simple LBD with a plunging v-neck—and functional pockets to boot! Kerry Washington opted for a striking hot pink Miu Miu gown. She should have gone with a pair of open-toed sandals as opposed to cheap-looking red patent leather accessories—eek! Jessica Chastain was number one in my book with an elegant Armani gown with a classic Hollywood glamor do’ and red lips. View all these looks—and MORE—on my carefully curated Pinterest page: Classic Style on the Red Carpet

If the sound of vintage Dolce & Gabbana and Prada, is a tune you like to sing, then you’ll want to hear about this vintage fashion sale, starting tomorrow at What Goes Around Comes Around.

Now usually I avoid curated vintage fashion boutiques since they are overpriced—and I end up paying for someone else to do the busy work—but when it comes to What Goes Around Comes Around’s vintage clothing sale, they’re promising prices as low as $5.

Music to my ears.

It starts today, and runs through March 7th, at their Astor Place location in New York City (440 Lafayette St, at Astor Place).

Ch-Ch-Check It Out.

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Feb 14
If the sound of vintage Dolce & Gabbana and Prada, is a tune you like to sing, then you’ll want to hear about this vintage fashion sale, starting tomorrow at What Goes Around Comes Around.Now usually I avoid curated vintage fashion boutiques since they are overpriced—and I end up paying for someone else to do the busy work—but when it comes to What Goes Around Comes Around’s vintage clothing sale, they’re promising prices as low as $5. Music to my ears. It starts today, and runs through March 7th, at their Astor Place location in New York City (440 Lafayette St, at Astor Place). Ch-Ch-Check It Out. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

I’m gonna’ go ahead and be the first to point out that I bear a stark resemblance to the white sheet behind me—it’s okay, you can call me “Casper”—but, nevertheless, I was stoked to have the opportunity to wear this woven suede Zac Posen dress to Suzanne Rae’s fashion show at New York Fashion Week.

VIEW SLIDESHOW: Suzanne Rae Fall Winter 2013 

Zac Posen has been one of my favorite designers for a long time. His dresses are way above my budget, so I was excited—more like ecstatic—to find this dress in mint condition at a Housing Works thrift store for $40. Seriously.

I’m wearing this Zac Posen dress with a vintage fur hat, thrifted brown leather boots, and a timeless—no pun intended—gold watch found at a flea market.

More: New York Fashion Week / Styled By Emma

Photo by Starre Vartan.

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Feb 10
I’m gonna’ go ahead and be the first to point out that I bear a stark resemblance to the white sheet behind me—it’s okay, you can call me “Casper”—but, nevertheless, I was stoked to have the opportunity to wear this woven suede Zac Posen dress to Suzanne Rae’s fashion show at New York Fashion Week. VIEW SLIDESHOW: Suzanne Rae Fall Winter 2013  Zac Posen has been one of my favorite designers for a long time. His dresses are way above my budget, so I was excited—more like ecstatic—to find this dress in mint condition at a Housing Works thrift store for $40. Seriously. I’m wearing this Zac Posen dress with a vintage fur hat, thrifted brown leather boots, and a timeless—no pun intended—gold watch found at a flea market. More: New York Fashion Week / Styled By Emma Photo by Starre Vartan. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Chetta B by Sherrie Bloom Peter Noviello leather dress, Housing Works thrift store ($30).

Photo: Lizzy Mazer

More: Styled By Emma

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Jan 26
Chetta B by Sherrie Bloom Peter Noviello leather dress, Housing Works thrift store ($30). Photo: Lizzy Mazer More: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

My 6 Most Memorable Vintage Fashion Finds of 2012!

More Fashion Photos: Styled By Emma

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Jan 01

Some people “ooh” and “aww” over puppies; I’m not one of them… Give me a thrift store and I delight in hunting for—and finding—affordable, high-quality secondhand fashion. I’ve been wearing thrift-store clothing from before I even thought it was cool—and I still remember that day my mom made me wear a horrible secondhand top to school in second grade. But I’ll forever remember the moment I found my first vintage fashion steal: a timeless navy blue Armani blazer that I still own today.

You, too, can master the art of thrift-store shopping. Here are three simple tips to get you started, plus an account of my most memorable vintage fashion moments that I hope will inspire you to get started.

Continue reading in my exclusive fashion feature on TreeHugger.com: 3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now
Jan 01
Some people “ooh” and “aww” over puppies; I’m not one of them… Give me a thrift store and I delight in hunting for—and finding—affordable, high-quality secondhand fashion. I’ve been wearing thrift-store clothing from before I even thought it was cool—and I still remember that day my mom made me wear a horrible secondhand top to school in second grade. But I’ll forever remember the moment I found my first vintage fashion steal: a timeless navy blue Armani blazer that I still own today. You, too, can master the art of thrift-store shopping. Here are three simple tips to get you started, plus an account of my most memorable vintage fashion moments that I hope will inspire you to get started. Continue reading in my exclusive fashion feature on TreeHugger.com: 3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now

My Anne Boleyn Halloweeen Costume: I had the opportunity to wear an amazing—if I do say so myself—Isaac Mizrahi dress that I found at Housing Works for $10. Seriously. I built my costume—view more pics on @PastFashionFuture’s Instagram—around the dress and thought it would suit Anne Boleyn or Marie Antoinette. I didn’t want to deal with the whole mound of hair thing so I opted for the ill-fated wife of ol’ Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn.

I found a porcelain “B” at a craft shop, painted it with gold nail polish, and attached it to a vintage necklace with an earring. The crown necklace was necessary to get the point across and it’s now decorating a shelf in my room, my justification for purchasing a cheap, plastic crown. I’d prefer gold (let’s be honest), but I lack the lineage—to my knowledge, at least.

More Fashion Photos: Styled By Emma

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Oct 29
My Anne Boleyn Halloweeen Costume: I had the opportunity to wear an amazing—if I do say so myself—Isaac Mizrahi dress that I found at Housing Works for $10. Seriously. I built my costume—view more pics on @PastFashionFuture’s Instagram—around the dress and thought it would suit Anne Boleyn or Marie Antoinette. I didn’t want to deal with the whole mound of hair thing so I opted for the ill-fated wife of ol’ Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn. I found a porcelain “B” at a craft shop, painted it with gold nail polish, and attached it to a vintage necklace with an earring. The crown necklace was necessary to get the point across and it’s now decorating a shelf in my room, my justification for purchasing a cheap, plastic crown. I’d prefer gold (let’s be honest), but I lack the lineage—to my knowledge, at least. More Fashion Photos: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

This weekend I seized my last chance to skip around town sans jacket: I wore a white wool Anne Klein pencil skirt (a thrift store find from ages ago) paired with a second-hand Kimchi Blue peplum boustier from Beacon’s Closet in Brooklyn to compliment Gunas’ classic vegan Melrose Tote in Mocha, a gift from the designer, which suits every season.

View more: Styled By Emma

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Oct 15
This weekend I seized my last chance to skip around town sans jacket: I wore a white wool Anne Klein pencil skirt (a thrift store find from ages ago) paired with a second-hand Kimchi Blue peplum boustier from Beacon’s Closet in Brooklyn to compliment Gunas’ classic vegan Melrose Tote in Mocha, a gift from the designer, which suits every season.View more: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

@PastFashionFuture Instagram of the Week/My Favorite Vintage Thrift Store Find: A vintage Pierre Balmain bag. I found it for $15 but since I sold my clothes to Beacon’s Closet (a thrift store in Brooklyn, New York) and got a store credit it was basically $free.99! Jealous much? Don’t be! You can find great vintage, too. You just have to have patience, persistence, and an eye for quality. (Psst..stay close and you’ll  be a vintage shopping pro in no time.)

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Jul 30
@PastFashionFuture Instagram of the Week/My Favorite Vintage Thrift Store Find: A vintage Pierre Balmain bag. I found it for $15 but since I sold my clothes to Beacon’s Closet (a thrift store in Brooklyn, New York) and got a store credit it was basically $free.99! Jealous much? Don’t be! You can find great vintage, too. You just have to have patience, persistence, and an eye for quality. (Psst..stay close and you’ll  be a vintage shopping pro in no time.) Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

The Great GoogaMooga has come and gone and it was an experience for sure to see my dear Prospect Park transformed into a food, booze, and music fest for a weekend.

Most notable was spending time with my friends while we basked in the glorious sunshine and spent the rest of the time waiting in lines, long lines, in fact the entire event was a sea of lines. Notably missing was cell phone service, hence the delay in my uploading PastFashionFuture Instagram snaps.

My Great GoogaMooga Style: a white racer-back tank top, borrowed from a friend; a vintage Fendi purse, $25 via Elba at the Park Slope flea market; a drawstring Banana Republic skirt, $8 at Housing Works, a beige MaxMara cashmere sweater (not pictured), Chloé sunglasses, vintage gold costume jewelry earrings, $5 via a stoop sale, and Rupert Sanderson flats.

Photo: Emma Grady (P.S. I look a little miffed, but what can I say? I was blinded by the light.

View more: EMMA’S STYLE

“Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck.

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May 21
The Great GoogaMooga has come and gone and it was an experience for sure to see my dear Prospect Park transformed into a food, booze, and music fest for a weekend. Most notable was spending time with my friends while we basked in the glorious sunshine and spent the rest of the time waiting in lines, long lines, in fact the entire event was a sea of lines. Notably missing was cell phone service, hence the delay in my uploading PastFashionFuture Instagram snaps. My Great GoogaMooga Style: a white racer-back tank top, borrowed from a friend; a vintage Fendi purse, $25 via Elba at the Park Slope flea market; a drawstring Banana Republic skirt, $8 at Housing Works, a beige MaxMara cashmere sweater (not pictured), Chloé sunglasses, vintage gold costume jewelry earrings, $5 via a stoop sale, and Rupert Sanderson flats. Photo: Emma Grady (P.S. I look a little miffed, but what can I say? I was blinded by the light. View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

From the Design Africa panel discussion at Soho House New York—where I caught up with Ali Hewson, Nicole Mackinglay Hahn, Julie Gilhart, and Abigail Doan—to the #Makeshift2012 pop up shop at Billy Reid, it was a whirlwind night filled with mirrored elevator rides, dressing up with Tucker NY’s Gaby Basora and Alabama Chanin’s Natalie Chanin, and most notably being with women who inspire me.

I’m wearing a vintage BANU Paris dress, a pair of earrings I found at a Park Slope flea market (ask for Elba on Saturdays), and Alabama Chanin’s “Alabama Fur” coat ($8,860, Alabama Chanin) that I just had to try on.

View more: EMMA’S STYLE

“Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck.

Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
May 18
From the Design Africa panel discussion at Soho House New York—where I caught up with Ali Hewson, Nicole Mackinglay Hahn, Julie Gilhart, and Abigail Doan—to the #Makeshift2012 pop up shop at Billy Reid, it was a whirlwind night filled with mirrored elevator rides, dressing up with Tucker NY’s Gaby Basora and Alabama Chanin’s Natalie Chanin, and most notably being with women who inspire me. I’m wearing a vintage BANU Paris dress, a pair of earrings I found at a Park Slope flea market (ask for Elba on Saturdays), and Alabama Chanin’s “Alabama Fur” coat ($8,860, Alabama Chanin) that I just had to try on. View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

On Thursday, Pratt Institute hosted their Annual Student Runway Show and cocktail benefit—don’t miss my school girl-inspired style at Pratt’s runway show last year. I had to miss the show this year, but I made the after party at PH-D at Dream Downtown.

A highlight was Kelsy Parkhouse’s sophisticated looks, which “had a very nice sense of balance and execution,” according to The New York Times. She won the inaugural Liz Claiborne Concept to Product Award, a prize worth $25,000. 

Coincidentally, I donned a white wool Liz Claiborne suit jacket and vest that I found at a thrift store in Pennsylvania for under $20; I paired it with Diesel jeans, also thrifted, and some other pieces that may look familiar, like gold vintage earrings and a classic Coach bag.

Photo: Emma Grady at Pratt’s Annual Cocktail Party at Dream Downtown. (Thanks to Pratt’s Leonardo Gomez II for taking the snap).

View more: EMMA’S STYLE

“Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck.

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Apr 29
On Thursday, Pratt Institute hosted their Annual Student Runway Show and cocktail benefit—don’t miss my school girl-inspired style at Pratt’s runway show last year. I had to miss the show this year, but I made the after party at PH-D at Dream Downtown.A highlight was Kelsy Parkhouse’s sophisticated looks, which “had a very nice sense of balance and execution,” according to The New York Times. She won the inaugural Liz Claiborne Concept to Product Award, a prize worth $25,000.  Coincidentally, I donned a white wool Liz Claiborne suit jacket and vest that I found at a thrift store in Pennsylvania for under $20; I paired it with Diesel jeans, also thrifted, and some other pieces that may look familiar, like gold vintage earrings and a classic Coach bag. Photo: Emma Grady at Pratt’s Annual Cocktail Party at Dream Downtown. (Thanks to Pratt’s Leonardo Gomez II for taking the snap). View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

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Vintage Shopping Finds: Green leather Moschino Belt, $10 at my favorite flea market in New York. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
Vintage Shopping Finds: Green leather Moschino Belt, $10 at my favorite flea market in New York. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Vintage Shopping Finds: Green leather Moschino Belt, $10 at my favorite flea market in New York.

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Starre Vartan asks me to reveal my near and dear vintage fashion shopping secrets today on Mother Nature Network—read it, here. “Emma Grady is one of those women who you see walking down the street in New York City, or at a party, and think that A. I really should have done something with my hair before I left the house and B. She must spend a fortune on her wardrobe. Incredibly chic, generally colorful (though she rocks neutrals sometimes too) clothes that fit her to a T is what Emma’s all about, but she does it all on a serious budget—because it’s all vintage,” says Starre. What a compliment, thank you! Read the entire article via the link, below. Vintage shopping: Learn from the master - Reused clothing expert Emma Grady shares her secrets (and some fab finds).
Starre Vartan asks me to reveal my near and dear vintage fashion shopping secrets today on Mother Nature Network—read it, here. “Emma Grady is one of those women who you see walking down the street in New York City, or at a party, and think that A. I really should have done something with my hair before I left the house and B. She must spend a fortune on her wardrobe. Incredibly chic, generally colorful (though she rocks neutrals sometimes too) clothes that fit her to a T is what Emma’s all about, but she does it all on a serious budget—because it’s all vintage,” says Starre. What a compliment, thank you! Read the entire article via the link, below. Vintage shopping: Learn from the master - Reused clothing expert Emma Grady shares her secrets (and some fab finds).

Starre Vartan asks me to reveal my near and dear vintage fashion shopping secrets today on Mother Nature Network—read it, here.

“Emma Grady is one of those women who you see walking down the street in New York City, or at a party, and think that A. I really should have done something with my hair before I left the house and B. She must spend a fortune on her wardrobe. Incredibly chic, generally colorful (though she rocks neutrals sometimes too) clothes that fit her to a T is what Emma’s all about, but she does it all on a serious budget—because it’s all vintage,” says Starre. What a compliment, thank you! Read the entire article via the link, below.

Vintage shopping: Learn from the master - Reused clothing expert Emma Grady shares her secrets (and some fab finds).

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Posted on Wednesday February 27th 2013 at 08:00am. Its tags are listed below.

Jacob Gordon’s voice stood out first, before his style: as my former colleague at Discovery’s TreeHugger.com, he was the host of TreeHugger Radio where he engaged with numerous notable figures on pressing environmental issues—with a quality radio voice to boot! Take one look at his mini bio pic and you’ll see he is a sharp dresser. What can I say? It was a fashion crush from far sight.Thanks to TreeHugger’s remote office, we didn’t meet in the flesh until he moved to my ‘hood in Brooklyn, where my suspicions were confirmed: Jacob’s style is classic, polished, and put-together (all of the time, not just on occasion). So without further adieu, here’s Jacob on his style (the story is all in the details): I’m wearing my favorite leather jacket, which is tattered nearly to oblivion at this point. I bought it vintage on eBay a few years ago and it may be made of horse hide. I’ve had it relined and patched up as best I can but this horse is probably almost ready to be put down. The boots I bought on eBay as well; they’re just simple Justin cowboy boots but I’ve worn these dogs for countless hours on honky tonk stages across Nashville and they’ve never let me down (though I’ve had the soles replaced a couple times). The necktie, one of those short square-on-the-bottom numbers, is vintage from a little shop in Nashville called The Hip Zipper. The belt is one of my favorite possessions. It’s made by an eccentric Nashvillian leather smith named Colonel Littleton who based his unique–and patented–No. 5 belt design on civil war rifle straps, or so they say. The vest is from Imogene and Willie, a Nashville brand that does primarily high-quality American sewn denim. This simple wool hunting vest could probably stop a slow-moving bullet, and when it came in the mail there was an oatmeal raisin cookie in the box. The jeans are J Crew selvedge denim; nothing exciting but they fit great and last a long time and stay nice and dark (though I don’t wash them much). Can’t get enough of Jacob? Follow his work at Artiphon, where he is Director of Marketing, or his musings on smiles, and more, on his Tumblr. Or, you can catch him via his clever tweets at @Jacob_Gordon.  Photo: Emma Grady More Heirloom-Meets-Modern StyleSomething Old, Something New: Sean Hotchkiss of Khaki CrusaderSomething Old, Something New: Liam AlexanderSomething Old, Something New: Rebecca Roe This post is part of an ongoing series, “Something Old, Something New,” that looks at how people with amazing personal style incorporate vintage and heirloom pieces into their everyday wardrobes. Through a series of personal anecdotes and images, Emma shares “the story behind the style”, proving that, when it comes to dressing, there’s more than meets the eye. Read more stories, here.Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
Jacob Gordon’s voice stood out first, before his style: as my former colleague at Discovery’s TreeHugger.com, he was the host of TreeHugger Radio where he engaged with numerous notable figures on pressing environmental issues—with a quality radio voice to boot! Take one look at his mini bio pic and you’ll see he is a sharp dresser. What can I say? It was a fashion crush from far sight.Thanks to TreeHugger’s remote office, we didn’t meet in the flesh until he moved to my ‘hood in Brooklyn, where my suspicions were confirmed: Jacob’s style is classic, polished, and put-together (all of the time, not just on occasion). So without further adieu, here’s Jacob on his style (the story is all in the details): I’m wearing my favorite leather jacket, which is tattered nearly to oblivion at this point. I bought it vintage on eBay a few years ago and it may be made of horse hide. I’ve had it relined and patched up as best I can but this horse is probably almost ready to be put down. The boots I bought on eBay as well; they’re just simple Justin cowboy boots but I’ve worn these dogs for countless hours on honky tonk stages across Nashville and they’ve never let me down (though I’ve had the soles replaced a couple times). The necktie, one of those short square-on-the-bottom numbers, is vintage from a little shop in Nashville called The Hip Zipper. The belt is one of my favorite possessions. It’s made by an eccentric Nashvillian leather smith named Colonel Littleton who based his unique–and patented–No. 5 belt design on civil war rifle straps, or so they say. The vest is from Imogene and Willie, a Nashville brand that does primarily high-quality American sewn denim. This simple wool hunting vest could probably stop a slow-moving bullet, and when it came in the mail there was an oatmeal raisin cookie in the box. The jeans are J Crew selvedge denim; nothing exciting but they fit great and last a long time and stay nice and dark (though I don’t wash them much). Can’t get enough of Jacob? Follow his work at Artiphon, where he is Director of Marketing, or his musings on smiles, and more, on his Tumblr. Or, you can catch him via his clever tweets at @Jacob_Gordon.  Photo: Emma Grady More Heirloom-Meets-Modern StyleSomething Old, Something New: Sean Hotchkiss of Khaki CrusaderSomething Old, Something New: Liam AlexanderSomething Old, Something New: Rebecca Roe This post is part of an ongoing series, “Something Old, Something New,” that looks at how people with amazing personal style incorporate vintage and heirloom pieces into their everyday wardrobes. Through a series of personal anecdotes and images, Emma shares “the story behind the style”, proving that, when it comes to dressing, there’s more than meets the eye. Read more stories, here.Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Jacob Gordon’s voice stood out first, before his style: as my former colleague at Discovery’s TreeHugger.com, he was the host of TreeHugger Radio where he engaged with numerous notable figures on pressing environmental issues—with a quality radio voice to boot!

Take one look at his mini bio pic and you’ll see he is a sharp dresser. What can I say? It was a fashion crush from far sight.

Thanks to TreeHugger’s remote office, we didn’t meet in the flesh until he moved to my ‘hood in Brooklyn, where my suspicions were confirmed: Jacob’s style is classic, polished, and put-together (all of the time, not just on occasion).

So without further adieu, here’s Jacob on his style (the story is all in the details):

I’m wearing my favorite leather jacket, which is tattered nearly to oblivion at this point.

I bought it vintage on eBay a few years ago and it may be made of horse hide. I’ve had it relined and patched up as best I can but this horse is probably almost ready to be put down.

The boots I bought on eBay as well; they’re just simple Justin cowboy boots but I’ve worn these dogs for countless hours on honky tonk stages across Nashville and they’ve never let me down (though I’ve had the soles replaced a couple times).

The necktie, one of those short square-on-the-bottom numbers, is vintage from a little shop in Nashville called The Hip Zipper.

The belt is one of my favorite possessions. It’s made by an eccentric Nashvillian leather smith named Colonel Littleton who based his unique–and patented–No. 5 belt design on civil war rifle straps, or so they say.

The vest is from Imogene and Willie, a Nashville brand that does primarily high-quality American sewn denim.

This simple wool hunting vest could probably stop a slow-moving bullet, and when it came in the mail there was an oatmeal raisin cookie in the box.

The jeans are J Crew selvedge denim; nothing exciting but they fit great and last a long time and stay nice and dark (though I don’t wash them much).

Can’t get enough of Jacob? Follow his work at Artiphon, where he is Director of Marketing, or his musings on smiles, and more, on his Tumblr. Or, you can catch him via his clever tweets at @Jacob_Gordon. 

Photo: Emma Grady

More Heirloom-Meets-Modern Style
Something Old, Something New: Sean Hotchkiss of Khaki Crusader
Something Old, Something New: Liam Alexander
Something Old, Something New: Rebecca Roe

This post is part of an ongoing series, “Something Old, Something New,” that looks at how people with amazing personal style incorporate vintage and heirloom pieces into their everyday wardrobes. Through a series of personal anecdotes and images, Emma shares “the story behind the style”, proving that, when it comes to dressing, there’s more than meets the eye. Read more stories, here.

Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

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Posted on Tuesday February 26th 2013 at 08:29pm. Its tags are listed below.

Grace Kelly stunned in a classic and timeless Edith Head gown at the 1955 Academy Awards. Few reached Kelly’s poise and elegance at this year’s 85th Academy Awards but there were more than a handful of notable looks that made me swoon: Eddie Redmayne suited up in a sharp tailored tuxedo by Alexander McQueen. But what put him a step ahead were a pair of chic velvet tuxedo slippers. Samantha Barks donned a simple LBD with a plunging v-neck—and functional pockets to boot! Kerry Washington opted for a striking hot pink Miu Miu gown. She should have gone with a pair of open-toed sandals as opposed to cheap-looking red patent leather accessories—eek! Jessica Chastain was number one in my book with an elegant Armani gown with a classic Hollywood glamor do’ and red lips. View all these looks—and MORE—on my carefully curated Pinterest page: Classic Style on the Red Carpet

Grace Kelly stunned in a classic and timeless Edith Head gown at the 1955 Academy Awards. Few reached Kelly’s poise and elegance at this year’s 85th Academy Awards but there were more than a handful of notable looks that made me swoon:

  • Eddie Redmayne suited up in a sharp tailored tuxedo by Alexander McQueen. But what put him a step ahead were a pair of chic velvet tuxedo slippers.

  • Samantha Barks donned a simple LBD with a plunging v-neck—and functional pockets to boot!

  • Kerry Washington opted for a striking hot pink Miu Miu gown. She should have gone with a pair of open-toed sandals as opposed to cheap-looking red patent leather accessories—eek!

  • Jessica Chastain was number one in my book with an elegant Armani gown with a classic Hollywood glamor do’ and red lips.

View all these looks—and MORE—on my carefully curated Pinterest page: Classic Style on the Red Carpet

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Posted on Thursday February 14th 2013 at 09:00am. Its tags are listed below.

If the sound of vintage Dolce & Gabbana and Prada, is a tune you like to sing, then you’ll want to hear about this vintage fashion sale, starting tomorrow at What Goes Around Comes Around.Now usually I avoid curated vintage fashion boutiques since they are overpriced—and I end up paying for someone else to do the busy work—but when it comes to What Goes Around Comes Around’s vintage clothing sale, they’re promising prices as low as $5. Music to my ears. It starts today, and runs through March 7th, at their Astor Place location in New York City (440 Lafayette St, at Astor Place). Ch-Ch-Check It Out. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
If the sound of vintage Dolce & Gabbana and Prada, is a tune you like to sing, then you’ll want to hear about this vintage fashion sale, starting tomorrow at What Goes Around Comes Around.Now usually I avoid curated vintage fashion boutiques since they are overpriced—and I end up paying for someone else to do the busy work—but when it comes to What Goes Around Comes Around’s vintage clothing sale, they’re promising prices as low as $5. Music to my ears. It starts today, and runs through March 7th, at their Astor Place location in New York City (440 Lafayette St, at Astor Place). Ch-Ch-Check It Out. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

If the sound of vintage Dolce & Gabbana and Prada, is a tune you like to sing, then you’ll want to hear about this vintage fashion sale, starting tomorrow at What Goes Around Comes Around.

Now usually I avoid curated vintage fashion boutiques since they are overpriced—and I end up paying for someone else to do the busy work—but when it comes to What Goes Around Comes Around’s vintage clothing sale, they’re promising prices as low as $5.

Music to my ears.

It starts today, and runs through March 7th, at their Astor Place location in New York City (440 Lafayette St, at Astor Place).

Ch-Ch-Check It Out.

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Posted on Sunday February 10th 2013 at 12:36pm. Its tags are listed below.

I’m gonna’ go ahead and be the first to point out that I bear a stark resemblance to the white sheet behind me—it’s okay, you can call me “Casper”—but, nevertheless, I was stoked to have the opportunity to wear this woven suede Zac Posen dress to Suzanne Rae’s fashion show at New York Fashion Week. VIEW SLIDESHOW: Suzanne Rae Fall Winter 2013  Zac Posen has been one of my favorite designers for a long time. His dresses are way above my budget, so I was excited—more like ecstatic—to find this dress in mint condition at a Housing Works thrift store for $40. Seriously. I’m wearing this Zac Posen dress with a vintage fur hat, thrifted brown leather boots, and a timeless—no pun intended—gold watch found at a flea market. More: New York Fashion Week / Styled By Emma Photo by Starre Vartan. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
I’m gonna’ go ahead and be the first to point out that I bear a stark resemblance to the white sheet behind me—it’s okay, you can call me “Casper”—but, nevertheless, I was stoked to have the opportunity to wear this woven suede Zac Posen dress to Suzanne Rae’s fashion show at New York Fashion Week. VIEW SLIDESHOW: Suzanne Rae Fall Winter 2013  Zac Posen has been one of my favorite designers for a long time. His dresses are way above my budget, so I was excited—more like ecstatic—to find this dress in mint condition at a Housing Works thrift store for $40. Seriously. I’m wearing this Zac Posen dress with a vintage fur hat, thrifted brown leather boots, and a timeless—no pun intended—gold watch found at a flea market. More: New York Fashion Week / Styled By Emma Photo by Starre Vartan. Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

I’m gonna’ go ahead and be the first to point out that I bear a stark resemblance to the white sheet behind me—it’s okay, you can call me “Casper”—but, nevertheless, I was stoked to have the opportunity to wear this woven suede Zac Posen dress to Suzanne Rae’s fashion show at New York Fashion Week.

VIEW SLIDESHOW: Suzanne Rae Fall Winter 2013 

Zac Posen has been one of my favorite designers for a long time. His dresses are way above my budget, so I was excited—more like ecstatic—to find this dress in mint condition at a Housing Works thrift store for $40. Seriously.

I’m wearing this Zac Posen dress with a vintage fur hat, thrifted brown leather boots, and a timeless—no pun intended—gold watch found at a flea market.

More: New York Fashion Week / Styled By Emma

Photo by Starre Vartan.

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Posted on Saturday January 26th 2013 at 10:23pm. Its tags are listed below.

Chetta B by Sherrie Bloom Peter Noviello leather dress, Housing Works thrift store ($30). Photo: Lizzy Mazer More: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
Chetta B by Sherrie Bloom Peter Noviello leather dress, Housing Works thrift store ($30). Photo: Lizzy Mazer More: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2013 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

Chetta B by Sherrie Bloom Peter Noviello leather dress, Housing Works thrift store ($30).

Photo: Lizzy Mazer

More: Styled By Emma

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Posted on Tuesday January 1st 2013 at 10:15am. Its tags are listed below.

My 6 Most Memorable Vintage Fashion Finds of 2012!

More Fashion Photos: Styled By Emma

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Posted on Tuesday January 1st 2013 at 10:10am. Its tags are listed below.

Some people “ooh” and “aww” over puppies; I’m not one of them… Give me a thrift store and I delight in hunting for—and finding—affordable, high-quality secondhand fashion. I’ve been wearing thrift-store clothing from before I even thought it was cool—and I still remember that day my mom made me wear a horrible secondhand top to school in second grade. But I’ll forever remember the moment I found my first vintage fashion steal: a timeless navy blue Armani blazer that I still own today. You, too, can master the art of thrift-store shopping. Here are three simple tips to get you started, plus an account of my most memorable vintage fashion moments that I hope will inspire you to get started. Continue reading in my exclusive fashion feature on TreeHugger.com: 3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now
Some people “ooh” and “aww” over puppies; I’m not one of them… Give me a thrift store and I delight in hunting for—and finding—affordable, high-quality secondhand fashion. I’ve been wearing thrift-store clothing from before I even thought it was cool—and I still remember that day my mom made me wear a horrible secondhand top to school in second grade. But I’ll forever remember the moment I found my first vintage fashion steal: a timeless navy blue Armani blazer that I still own today. You, too, can master the art of thrift-store shopping. Here are three simple tips to get you started, plus an account of my most memorable vintage fashion moments that I hope will inspire you to get started. Continue reading in my exclusive fashion feature on TreeHugger.com: 3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now

Some people “ooh” and “aww” over puppies; I’m not one of them… Give me a thrift store and I delight in hunting for—and finding—affordable, high-quality secondhand fashion. I’ve been wearing thrift-store clothing from before I even thought it was cool—and I still remember that day my mom made me wear a horrible secondhand top to school in second grade. But I’ll forever remember the moment I found my first vintage fashion steal: a timeless navy blue Armani blazer that I still own today.

You, too, can master the art of thrift-store shopping. Here are three simple tips to get you started, plus an account of my most memorable vintage fashion moments that I hope will inspire you to get started.

Continue reading in my exclusive fashion feature on TreeHugger.com: 3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now

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Posted on Monday October 29th 2012 at 10:25am. Its tags are listed below.

My Anne Boleyn Halloweeen Costume: I had the opportunity to wear an amazing—if I do say so myself—Isaac Mizrahi dress that I found at Housing Works for $10. Seriously. I built my costume—view more pics on @PastFashionFuture’s Instagram—around the dress and thought it would suit Anne Boleyn or Marie Antoinette. I didn’t want to deal with the whole mound of hair thing so I opted for the ill-fated wife of ol’ Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn. I found a porcelain “B” at a craft shop, painted it with gold nail polish, and attached it to a vintage necklace with an earring. The crown necklace was necessary to get the point across and it’s now decorating a shelf in my room, my justification for purchasing a cheap, plastic crown. I’d prefer gold (let’s be honest), but I lack the lineage—to my knowledge, at least. More Fashion Photos: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
My Anne Boleyn Halloweeen Costume: I had the opportunity to wear an amazing—if I do say so myself—Isaac Mizrahi dress that I found at Housing Works for $10. Seriously. I built my costume—view more pics on @PastFashionFuture’s Instagram—around the dress and thought it would suit Anne Boleyn or Marie Antoinette. I didn’t want to deal with the whole mound of hair thing so I opted for the ill-fated wife of ol’ Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn. I found a porcelain “B” at a craft shop, painted it with gold nail polish, and attached it to a vintage necklace with an earring. The crown necklace was necessary to get the point across and it’s now decorating a shelf in my room, my justification for purchasing a cheap, plastic crown. I’d prefer gold (let’s be honest), but I lack the lineage—to my knowledge, at least. More Fashion Photos: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

My Anne Boleyn Halloweeen Costume: I had the opportunity to wear an amazing—if I do say so myself—Isaac Mizrahi dress that I found at Housing Works for $10. Seriously. I built my costume—view more pics on @PastFashionFuture’s Instagram—around the dress and thought it would suit Anne Boleyn or Marie Antoinette. I didn’t want to deal with the whole mound of hair thing so I opted for the ill-fated wife of ol’ Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn.

I found a porcelain “B” at a craft shop, painted it with gold nail polish, and attached it to a vintage necklace with an earring. The crown necklace was necessary to get the point across and it’s now decorating a shelf in my room, my justification for purchasing a cheap, plastic crown. I’d prefer gold (let’s be honest), but I lack the lineage—to my knowledge, at least.

More Fashion Photos: Styled By Emma

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Posted on Monday October 15th 2012 at 09:37pm. Its tags are listed below.

This weekend I seized my last chance to skip around town sans jacket: I wore a white wool Anne Klein pencil skirt (a thrift store find from ages ago) paired with a second-hand Kimchi Blue peplum boustier from Beacon’s Closet in Brooklyn to compliment Gunas’ classic vegan Melrose Tote in Mocha, a gift from the designer, which suits every season.View more: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
This weekend I seized my last chance to skip around town sans jacket: I wore a white wool Anne Klein pencil skirt (a thrift store find from ages ago) paired with a second-hand Kimchi Blue peplum boustier from Beacon’s Closet in Brooklyn to compliment Gunas’ classic vegan Melrose Tote in Mocha, a gift from the designer, which suits every season.View more: Styled By Emma Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

This weekend I seized my last chance to skip around town sans jacket: I wore a white wool Anne Klein pencil skirt (a thrift store find from ages ago) paired with a second-hand Kimchi Blue peplum boustier from Beacon’s Closet in Brooklyn to compliment Gunas’ classic vegan Melrose Tote in Mocha, a gift from the designer, which suits every season.

View more: Styled By Emma

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Posted on Monday July 30th 2012 at 11:21pm. Its tags are listed below.

@PastFashionFuture Instagram of the Week/My Favorite Vintage Thrift Store Find: A vintage Pierre Balmain bag. I found it for $15 but since I sold my clothes to Beacon’s Closet (a thrift store in Brooklyn, New York) and got a store credit it was basically $free.99! Jealous much? Don’t be! You can find great vintage, too. You just have to have patience, persistence, and an eye for quality. (Psst..stay close and you’ll  be a vintage shopping pro in no time.) Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
@PastFashionFuture Instagram of the Week/My Favorite Vintage Thrift Store Find: A vintage Pierre Balmain bag. I found it for $15 but since I sold my clothes to Beacon’s Closet (a thrift store in Brooklyn, New York) and got a store credit it was basically $free.99! Jealous much? Don’t be! You can find great vintage, too. You just have to have patience, persistence, and an eye for quality. (Psst..stay close and you’ll  be a vintage shopping pro in no time.) Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

@PastFashionFuture Instagram of the Week/My Favorite Vintage Thrift Store Find: A vintage Pierre Balmain bag. I found it for $15 but since I sold my clothes to Beacon’s Closet (a thrift store in Brooklyn, New York) and got a store credit it was basically $free.99! Jealous much? Don’t be! You can find great vintage, too. You just have to have patience, persistence, and an eye for quality. (Psst..stay close and you’ll  be a vintage shopping pro in no time.)

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Posted on Monday May 21st 2012 at 10:18pm. Its tags are listed below.

The Great GoogaMooga has come and gone and it was an experience for sure to see my dear Prospect Park transformed into a food, booze, and music fest for a weekend. Most notable was spending time with my friends while we basked in the glorious sunshine and spent the rest of the time waiting in lines, long lines, in fact the entire event was a sea of lines. Notably missing was cell phone service, hence the delay in my uploading PastFashionFuture Instagram snaps. My Great GoogaMooga Style: a white racer-back tank top, borrowed from a friend; a vintage Fendi purse, $25 via Elba at the Park Slope flea market; a drawstring Banana Republic skirt, $8 at Housing Works, a beige MaxMara cashmere sweater (not pictured), Chloé sunglasses, vintage gold costume jewelry earrings, $5 via a stoop sale, and Rupert Sanderson flats. Photo: Emma Grady (P.S. I look a little miffed, but what can I say? I was blinded by the light. View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
The Great GoogaMooga has come and gone and it was an experience for sure to see my dear Prospect Park transformed into a food, booze, and music fest for a weekend. Most notable was spending time with my friends while we basked in the glorious sunshine and spent the rest of the time waiting in lines, long lines, in fact the entire event was a sea of lines. Notably missing was cell phone service, hence the delay in my uploading PastFashionFuture Instagram snaps. My Great GoogaMooga Style: a white racer-back tank top, borrowed from a friend; a vintage Fendi purse, $25 via Elba at the Park Slope flea market; a drawstring Banana Republic skirt, $8 at Housing Works, a beige MaxMara cashmere sweater (not pictured), Chloé sunglasses, vintage gold costume jewelry earrings, $5 via a stoop sale, and Rupert Sanderson flats. Photo: Emma Grady (P.S. I look a little miffed, but what can I say? I was blinded by the light. View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

The Great GoogaMooga has come and gone and it was an experience for sure to see my dear Prospect Park transformed into a food, booze, and music fest for a weekend.

Most notable was spending time with my friends while we basked in the glorious sunshine and spent the rest of the time waiting in lines, long lines, in fact the entire event was a sea of lines. Notably missing was cell phone service, hence the delay in my uploading PastFashionFuture Instagram snaps.

My Great GoogaMooga Style: a white racer-back tank top, borrowed from a friend; a vintage Fendi purse, $25 via Elba at the Park Slope flea market; a drawstring Banana Republic skirt, $8 at Housing Works, a beige MaxMara cashmere sweater (not pictured), Chloé sunglasses, vintage gold costume jewelry earrings, $5 via a stoop sale, and Rupert Sanderson flats.

Photo: Emma Grady (P.S. I look a little miffed, but what can I say? I was blinded by the light.

View more: EMMA’S STYLE

“Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck.

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Posted on Friday May 18th 2012 at 12:50am. Its tags are listed below.

From the Design Africa panel discussion at Soho House New York—where I caught up with Ali Hewson, Nicole Mackinglay Hahn, Julie Gilhart, and Abigail Doan—to the #Makeshift2012 pop up shop at Billy Reid, it was a whirlwind night filled with mirrored elevator rides, dressing up with Tucker NY’s Gaby Basora and Alabama Chanin’s Natalie Chanin, and most notably being with women who inspire me. I’m wearing a vintage BANU Paris dress, a pair of earrings I found at a Park Slope flea market (ask for Elba on Saturdays), and Alabama Chanin’s “Alabama Fur” coat ($8,860, Alabama Chanin) that I just had to try on. View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
From the Design Africa panel discussion at Soho House New York—where I caught up with Ali Hewson, Nicole Mackinglay Hahn, Julie Gilhart, and Abigail Doan—to the #Makeshift2012 pop up shop at Billy Reid, it was a whirlwind night filled with mirrored elevator rides, dressing up with Tucker NY’s Gaby Basora and Alabama Chanin’s Natalie Chanin, and most notably being with women who inspire me. I’m wearing a vintage BANU Paris dress, a pair of earrings I found at a Park Slope flea market (ask for Elba on Saturdays), and Alabama Chanin’s “Alabama Fur” coat ($8,860, Alabama Chanin) that I just had to try on. View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

From the Design Africa panel discussion at Soho House New York—where I caught up with Ali Hewson, Nicole Mackinglay Hahn, Julie Gilhart, and Abigail Doan—to the #Makeshift2012 pop up shop at Billy Reid, it was a whirlwind night filled with mirrored elevator rides, dressing up with Tucker NY’s Gaby Basora and Alabama Chanin’s Natalie Chanin, and most notably being with women who inspire me.

I’m wearing a vintage BANU Paris dress, a pair of earrings I found at a Park Slope flea market (ask for Elba on Saturdays), and Alabama Chanin’s “Alabama Fur” coat ($8,860, Alabama Chanin) that I just had to try on.

View more: EMMA’S STYLE

“Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck.

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Posted on Sunday April 29th 2012 at 09:02am. Its tags are listed below.

On Thursday, Pratt Institute hosted their Annual Student Runway Show and cocktail benefit—don’t miss my school girl-inspired style at Pratt’s runway show last year. I had to miss the show this year, but I made the after party at PH-D at Dream Downtown.A highlight was Kelsy Parkhouse’s sophisticated looks, which “had a very nice sense of balance and execution,” according to The New York Times. She won the inaugural Liz Claiborne Concept to Product Award, a prize worth $25,000.  Coincidentally, I donned a white wool Liz Claiborne suit jacket and vest that I found at a thrift store in Pennsylvania for under $20; I paired it with Diesel jeans, also thrifted, and some other pieces that may look familiar, like gold vintage earrings and a classic Coach bag. Photo: Emma Grady at Pratt’s Annual Cocktail Party at Dream Downtown. (Thanks to Pratt’s Leonardo Gomez II for taking the snap). View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.
On Thursday, Pratt Institute hosted their Annual Student Runway Show and cocktail benefit—don’t miss my school girl-inspired style at Pratt’s runway show last year. I had to miss the show this year, but I made the after party at PH-D at Dream Downtown.A highlight was Kelsy Parkhouse’s sophisticated looks, which “had a very nice sense of balance and execution,” according to The New York Times. She won the inaugural Liz Claiborne Concept to Product Award, a prize worth $25,000.  Coincidentally, I donned a white wool Liz Claiborne suit jacket and vest that I found at a thrift store in Pennsylvania for under $20; I paired it with Diesel jeans, also thrifted, and some other pieces that may look familiar, like gold vintage earrings and a classic Coach bag. Photo: Emma Grady at Pratt’s Annual Cocktail Party at Dream Downtown. (Thanks to Pratt’s Leonardo Gomez II for taking the snap). View more: EMMA’S STYLE “Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck. Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

On Thursday, Pratt Institute hosted their Annual Student Runway Show and cocktail benefit—don’t miss my school girl-inspired style at Pratt’s runway show last year. I had to miss the show this year, but I made the after party at PH-D at Dream Downtown.

A highlight was Kelsy Parkhouse’s sophisticated looks, which “had a very nice sense of balance and execution,” according to The New York Times. She won the inaugural Liz Claiborne Concept to Product Award, a prize worth $25,000. 

Coincidentally, I donned a white wool Liz Claiborne suit jacket and vest that I found at a thrift store in Pennsylvania for under $20; I paired it with Diesel jeans, also thrifted, and some other pieces that may look familiar, like gold vintage earrings and a classic Coach bag.

Photo: Emma Grady at Pratt’s Annual Cocktail Party at Dream Downtown. (Thanks to Pratt’s Leonardo Gomez II for taking the snap).

View more: EMMA’S STYLE

“Emma’s Style” is made possible in part by CrOp by David Peck.

Copyright © 2012 Past Fashion Future. All rights reserved.

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