Treasure hunting for vintage pieces can be a struggle. You have to have a good eye for it and see the true potential in things. And if you have a sewing machine you can easily alter them. Checking the origin and fabric is key to establish the quality of the piece. You want to look for timeless fashion which you can use for a long time. If you are really lucky you might find designer labels for a small price.
Everyone uses the word vintage without really knowing what it means. What are the criteria for being a true vintage piece? Generelly the word is used to define something that is old-fashioned or something from another time, but today vintage has become a fashion statement. In order to legally define a vintage piece it has to be more than 30 years old, and have its origin from about the 1900-1980′s. Vintage pieces is normally unique and might come with a bit of history. I have looked through my grandmothers closet and found pieces that she wore in the 60′s and that can now be reused. And its environmental friendly aswell!
This part is especially for those of you who live in Bergen, as all the stores are located there. I did this tour last year, but hopefully all these stores are still up and running.
Fretex in Lars Hilles gate 14: Everything here is nicely sorted and I got to look through almost everything. Nothing came home with me though.
Klesskapet in Skostredet 12: I have visited this store noumerous times but its always closed. Just looking in the window makes me wish that they would some time be open.
Lei Kolleksjon in Kong Oscarsgate 13: Here you may find treasures that is even accompanied by a story of its origin. These pieces are usually a little bit more expensive than the others. This store is really cosy, but so far nothing have been bought.
Fretex in Strandgaten 90: You have to walk all the way out to Nordnes, but its really worth it. Thos store even has its own retro department. I found this cute vintage piece that is now hanging in my closet.
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Kostym in Skottegaten 21: In this small store they have some treasures if you look closely. I found a handbag with pearls, and a skirt that I wanted, but they didnt come with me this time.
Another store that Ive wanted to check out for ages is Ane Blich House in Nesttunvegen 98. This store is supposed to hold more designer labels, for example vintage dresses from Vivienne Westwood. I’ve also heard that they always have a vintage Chanel in stock.
