If you’re in the market for a new winter coat, for yourself or as a gift, and you crave something distinctive, consider going vintage. Yes, the craze for all things Mad Men has inspired many modern designers to produce retro-styled pieces for boutiques and department stores alike. But actual vintage coats, as with mid-century modern furniture, are often made from much higher quality materials than the new pieces they’ve inspired, and available at lower prices, if you’re willing to spend some time hunting for the right winter warmer. Read More »

If you’ve ever loved a dress that fell apart after a single summer, held onto a too-long or too-small skirt in the hopes that it would magically fix itself in your closet, or imagined an outfit you would love to rock but don’t know how to make it yourself, we’ve found four seamstresses who can recreate your favorite outfit or sew one from scratch. Nearly all of the women below will make house calls, even for simple alterations–one will even make alterations in a bar. Read More »