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Fashion people of London, it’s time to make room in your wardrobe for some new (old) treasures. Next weekend, one of the biggest vintage markets in the US is coming across the pond for the very first time.
A Current Affair, dubbed a ‘cult shopping event’ by Vogue, has been hosting regular hosts vintage fairs in LA and New York for the past 15 years. It’s a carefully curated cornucopia of rare clothes and accessories that date from the Victorian era all the way through to the 2000s and, in recent years, has had the likes of Ariana Grande, Chappell Roan and celeb stylist Law Roach sifting through its rails. Apparently, it’s also where teams from fashion houses like Saint Laurent, Valentino and Dior go to get inspiration.
Soon, Londoners will finally get to see what all the fuss is about. From March 6-8, A Current Affair will bring a lineup of internationally recognised vintage dealers to design archive 18.01 in Dalston. There’s a preview evening on Friday with cocktails if you’re willing to shell out £80 for a ticket. Otherwise you can wait until Saturday or Sunday when entry is free (but you’re best off booking in advance).
If you see a piece that takes your fancy, be prepared to part with upwards of £100 – these are one-of-a-kind finds after all. And if you don’t have that kind of cash, you can have just as much fun admiring all the designer clothes of yesteryear. There’ll be food and bevs on offer to keep you fuelled, too.
For more vintage fashion, check out London’s best thrift stores.
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