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Section 02 · Trending now · London
Trending Now
The London vintage conversation right now — designer moves, market shifts and the stories our editors are reading.
01 · London
The Sculptural Earring: Wear Your Architecture
Vintage sculptural earrings from the 1960s and '70s are the season's quiet statement. Learn how to style them, what to look for, and the designers who made them famous.
02 · London
London's Best Dress Rails
Vintage dresses were cut for a body, not a size chart. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage dress in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
03 · London
London's Best Outerwear Rails
Nobody makes coats the way they used to. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage coat in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
04 · London
London's Best Furniture Finds
Mid-century furniture survives because it was made from solid wood by people who expected it to be repaired. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a piece of vintage furniture in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
05 · London
London's Best Bridal Vintage
Vintage bridal is where the real craft hides — hand-worked lace, silk that actually hangs, veils edged by somebody's grandmother. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage bridal piece in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
06 · London
London's Best Small Finds
Gloves, belts, sunglasses, hats — the accessories rail is where vintage is still genuinely cheap and still genuinely good. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage accessory in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
07 · London
London's Best Shoe Shelves
Vintage heels were built by people who expected them to be resoled. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a pair of vintage heels in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
08 · London
London's Best Tailoring Rails
An oversized blazer from the eighties or nineties has a shoulder line nothing on the high street can match. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage blazer in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
09 · London
London's Best Jewellery Trays
Chunky gold chains and Victorian cameos are having the same moment for the same reason — both look handmade. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a piece of vintage jewellery in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
10 · London
London's Best Sneaker Racks
Retro sneakers have a shape that modern performance shoes lost — lower, narrower, with a sole that does not look like engineering. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a pair of retro sneakers in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
11 · London
London's Best Watch Counters
A vintage watch is the one accessory that never shouts. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage watch in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
12 · London
London's Best Denim Rails
Vintage denim fits differently because it was cut differently — higher waists, straighter legs, heavier cotton that holds its shape all day. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a pair of vintage jeans in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
Section 03 · The Auction Room · London
Sourced from the region
The vintage designer pieces the market is chasing right now — live auctions from sellers in London and nearby, ranked by how contested they are.
Hermes
Hermes Birkin Traveling Bag Limited Edition Blue Jean, Mint condition
USD 25500
Hermes
HERMES Cashmere & Silk Shawl 140, Zenobie Reine De Palmyre By Annie Faivre NIB
USD 2999.99
Hermes
Hermes Coaching Deja-Vu Shawl/Scarf 140 x140 Cm Cashmere Silk White Blue Khaki
USD 2500
Hermes
Vintage~NWT~HERMES~Les Pivoines~Vauzelles~100% Silk~Scarf~90cm~Made in France
USD 1250
Patek
MINT VINTAGE Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/001 2 tone w/ original box/papers
USD 74999
Patek
Patek Philippe 5065/1a Aquanaut Jumbo Grenade Tritium Rare Vintage SS
USD 63995
Chanel
CHANEL VINTAGE 2011P NEW TAGS MUSEUM OSTRICH JACKET CC JEWELED BUTTON FR34 $32K
USD 24999
Chanel
CHANEL VINTAGE 09A PARIS-MOSCOW MUSEUM NEW TWEED BLACK JEWELED JACKET BELT FR38
USD 19999
The Journal, from London
vintage-jewelry
The Sculptural Earring: Wear Your Architecture
Vintage sculptural earrings from the 1960s and '70s are the season's quiet statement. Learn how to style them, what to look for, and the designers who made them famous.
vintage-dresses
London's Best Dress Rails
Vintage dresses were cut for a body, not a size chart. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage dress in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-coats
London's Best Outerwear Rails
Nobody makes coats the way they used to. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage coat in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-furniture
London's Best Furniture Finds
Mid-century furniture survives because it was made from solid wood by people who expected it to be repaired. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a piece of vintage furniture in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
bridal-vintage
London's Best Bridal Vintage
Vintage bridal is where the real craft hides — hand-worked lace, silk that actually hangs, veils edged by somebody's grandmother. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage bridal piece in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-accessories
London's Best Small Finds
Gloves, belts, sunglasses, hats — the accessories rail is where vintage is still genuinely cheap and still genuinely good. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage accessory in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-heels
London's Best Shoe Shelves
Vintage heels were built by people who expected them to be resoled. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a pair of vintage heels in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-blazer
London's Best Tailoring Rails
An oversized blazer from the eighties or nineties has a shoulder line nothing on the high street can match. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage blazer in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-jewelry
London's Best Jewellery Trays
Chunky gold chains and Victorian cameos are having the same moment for the same reason — both look handmade. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a piece of vintage jewellery in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-sneakers
London's Best Sneaker Racks
Retro sneakers have a shape that modern performance shoes lost — lower, narrower, with a sole that does not look like engineering. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a pair of retro sneakers in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-watch
London's Best Watch Counters
A vintage watch is the one accessory that never shouts. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a vintage watch in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
vintage-denim
London's Best Denim Rails
Vintage denim fits differently because it was cut differently — higher waists, straighter legs, heavier cotton that holds its shape all day. London wears vintage with a bit of friction — nothing too polished, nothing too precious. Here is how to wear a pair of vintage jeans in London, where to find one worth keeping, and what to check before you hand over the cash.
Field trips & tours
London Shopping Tours
The Beatles Magical Mystery Walking Tour
London Local Fashion Designers Shopping Tour with a Stylist
Bicester Village Shopping Day with Chauffeur Service
Shopping Tour in London: Exclusive and Private
Exclusive Blenheim Palace &Cotswolds Private Day Tour from London
London: The Original Classic Rock & Beatles Tour
