Yesterday was the eagerly awaited Manchester Vintage Fashion Fair. It’s only my second visit and both times I’ve been blown-away by the merchandise on offer. You can buy everything from clothing and textiles to vintage buttons, beads, lace, compacts – everything!
In addition to all the fabulous vintage merchandise, it’s a great opportunity to talk with the stall holders. You can’t help but be inspired by their enthusiasm and love for vintage. Here’s a photo of two lovely ladies that sold me my first items of the day. I purchased four vintage slips including one by Janet Raeger. Gorgeous! If you’re reading this ladies, a big thank you! I wish you every success for the future and look forward to seeing you both at the next fair.
These two stunning ladies sold me my first purchases of the day!
I also bought two vintage bags from the lovely Maggie of Garbo Antiques. Maggie has an eBay store and she’s a Manchester gal so I’ve met her a few times. She has the most amazing selection of vintage and her home is fair to bustin’ with clothes, accessories, costumes – you name it. Here she is with two of the bags I purchased; a beautiful red leather bag (looks un-used) from the 1960’s and a divine blue satin evening bag from the 1930’s/40’s. Thank you Maggie – look forward to seeing you soon!
The lovely Maggie of Garbo Antiques
I also purchased some delightful jewellery including one of my favourite purchases of the day, this lovely Art Deco beaded green necklace. Exquisite!
Another of my favourite purchases was this beautiful coney fur stole which dates from the 1940’s. Here it is along with the two very elegant stall holders. I remember only one of your names! Sorry gals, I know the lovely Gaye is on the right of the photo. It was delightful to meet you. Thank you! Hope to see you again next year.
My coney fur stole along with the delightful stall holders (Gaye is on the right)!
Some of my purchases include:
1940’s brown faux fur coat
4 slips/negligees
3 Art Deco dress clips
1950’s bracelet
1930’s black velvet evening bag
1930’s pink crystal earrings
1950’s brooch (engraved with ‘Mother’)
1930’s decorative hair clip
Coney fur stole
Knitting bag with plastic handles
Red leather 60’s bag
30’s/40’s blue satin evening bag
Late 50’s/early 60’s green dress
Art Deco Green beaded glass necklace
And, last but certainly not least, are Carol and Chris Bates of Past Caring (carolbates@tiscali.co.uk). What a lovely couple they are! I had a really good chat with Carol who spends a considerable amount of time in the USA purchasing her divine vintage handbags and compacts. Carol – I could have talked to you all day! Such an interesting lady and thank you for taking the time to speak to me and my American friend Beth (the lady that loves her plastic)! Look forward to meeting you again very soon. Click here to see more of Carol’s outstanding handbags.
A tiny selection of vintage delights from Carol and Chris Bates of Past Caring
I had the best time and can’t wait for the next fair. I’m thankful they only come to Manchester a couple of times a year. I purchased way more items than I intended but I love each and every one of them. Thank you to every stall holder that allowed me to take their photo or one of their stall. I appreciate it very much and hope you’ve enjoyed reading about my fabulous day out at the Manchester Vintage Fashion Fair. Big vintage hugs to you all and see you next year!
Take your pick! Some of the offerings at the Manchester Vintage Fashion Fair
