Pre-Loved Podcast with Emily Stochl

Pre-Loved Podcast is a weekly interview show about rad vintage style with guests you’ll want to go thrifting with, hosted by Emily Stochl of the Brume & Daisy blog. We chat about style, running a fashion business, sustainability, slow fashion, the stories behind incredible vintage pieces, and why we choose second-hand things first. To follow along with all things #PreLovedPod and otherwise, you can find me across the internet as @brumeanddaisy and at the Brume & Daisy blog.

S9 Ep28 CHEERIO COLLECTIVE: vintage market & event space - Lureena Thompson on what it really takes to sustainably bring a small business to life, one stone at a time. 09/22/2025

S9 Ep28 CHEERIO COLLECTIVE: vintage market & event space - Lureena Thompson on what it really takes to sustainably bring a small business to life, one stone at a time. This episode is brought to you by —and big news: their tech just got a serious upgrade, go check it out! Plus, new customers get 50% off and free shipping when you use the code: PRELOVEDPOD. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Lureena Thompson, a comedian, actor and artist in Los Angeles, who opened the Cheerio Collective in Highland Park this spring. It’s a vintage store by day – utilizing a curated “rent-a-rack” collective concept, and a live event space by night – and Lureena self-admits she’s doing SO MUCH, and that you should stop by to tell her in-person to stop and drink some water. This is a really honest and authentic chat about what it takes to bring a store and event venue to life. A major highlight of the Cheerio Collective is a breathtaking 1,200 square foot mosaic floor that Lureena designed and installed herself utilizing remnant offcuts of natural stones such as marble, granite, quartz and travertine. Creating it was a labor of love, that underscored Lureena’s commitment to using sustainable practices and recycled materials in her business. The creation of the mosaic floor created a significant buzz, both within the Highland Park neighborhood, and online. The documentation of the entire renovation captivated a wide audience and amassed millions of social media views that created a huge anticipation for Cheerio to open. I’ll let Lureena tell you the rest! – let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:19] Lureena has thrifted her whole life, and has noticed how much more popular secondhand has become in recent years. [8:39] How Lureena got into selling vintage. [10:43] Things really got started when they found the studio space that would become the Cheerio Collective. [14:19] First, she took on a major renovation and designed and installed a 1,200 square foot mosaic floor utilizing remnant offcuts of natural stones. [18:11] Sharing the 3-month renovation journey on social media. [23:20] An honest and authentic chat about opening a small business vs. expectations [26:39] Why they’ve landed on a rent-a-rack, vintage collective, and market model. [32:35] Advice about pricing and running a sustainable business [38:29] Lureena’s personal style and favorite pieces. EPISODE MENTIONS: Juju of and LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero Jerrica Yasumura /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/38299840

S9 Ep27 DON’T LET DISCO: Ashley Moubayed, collector and curator of vintage and antique beads - on upcycling to create limited-edition jewelry, and honoring the life within every bead. 09/15/2025

S9 Ep27 ALISON NAGATANI: Maui Mood Swing and Mad Kimono - on moving from a California farm to Hawaii and building two vintage stores on Maui. 09/08/2025

S9 Ep27 ALISON NAGATANI: Maui Mood Swing and Mad Kimono - on moving from a California farm to Hawaii and building two vintage stores on Maui. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Alison Nagatani, the founder of Maui Mood Swing and Mad Kimono. Alison is a fourth-generation farmer turned vintage entrepreneur who made the bold move from California's Central Valley to Maui and has since reimagined her life, living new passions. What started as sourcing vintage for a friend's store evolved into two unique vintage destinations: Maui Mood Swing, an antique mall experience with a Hawaiian twist, and Mad Kimono, a curated women's vintage boutique inspired by her personal closet spanning pieces from the 1930s to 1990s. And I loved hearing about how Alison brings vintage full circle - literally bringing Hawaii souvenirs back home to the islands where they started. I think you’re really going to enjoy it – let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [3:34] Growing up in Bakersfield, Alison got into vintage and thrift through dressing in punk and grunge styles in high school. [7:43] Alison is a fourth-generation Japanese-American farmer and grew up on the family farm. [10:14] While making the bold move to Maui, Alison started her own vintage businesses. [13:18] Building a team and community around the vintage stores [19:42] Building Maui Mood Swing, during COVID, from afar. [21:04] After Maui Mood Swing, the team opened Mad Kimono, just nine months ago. [25:02] Sourcing vintage in Hawaii and bringing Hawaiian souvenirs back to the islands [29:04] Alison also specializes in ‘Made in Hawaii’ clothing. [33:13] Traveling to California and Japan to source vintage. [39:38] Alison’s kimonos, and other special pieces in her personal vintage collection. [40:32] Her philosophy on letting go of vintage pieces EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero Jerrica Yasumura /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/38118145

S9 Ep26 VESTIAIRE COLLECTIVE: Belinda Van Santen, Vintage Category Manager - on 5x growth in searches for vintage on the platform, and ‘Vintage Pieces at Vintage Prices.’ 09/01/2025

S9 Ep26 VESTIAIRE COLLECTIVE: Belinda Van Santen, Vintage Category Manager - on 5x growth in searches for vintage on the platform, and ‘Vintage Pieces at Vintage Prices.’ On today’s show, we’re chatting with Belinda Van Santen, Vintage Category Manager at Vestiaire Collective. Vestiaire Collective is a global platform for pre-loved luxury and designer fashion, started in Paris in 2009, where Belinda is also based. Belinda has been with Vestiaire Collective for over a decade, one of the company’s longest employees, who has great perspective on how the platforms’ expertise in vintage has evolved and intensified over the years. Most recently, Vestiaire Collective has seen a 220% increase in vintage supply and 5x growth in searches over the past five years. Vintage-lovers, this one’s for you – let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:05] Belinda always loved flipping through fashion magazines for the photography, but she really fell in love with style when she moved to London in her 20s. [4:45] Once, Yoko Ono shopped at the vintage store where Belinda worked in Paris. [8:04] What it was like joining Vestiaire Collective in the early days with only 40 employees [10:18] How attitudes toward resale have dramatically changed in the last decade [18:11] How the fashion industry's relationship with its archives has changed [21:46] The shift from Y2K trends to more 90s minimalism emerging [25:46] Underrated accessories to watch [27:42] Tips for searching vintage on Vestiaire [33:25] Belinda's personal style obsessions [35:20] The importance of patience in vintage shopping. EPISODE MENTIONS: : September 4-6, featuring daily drops of vintage from the 80s to 00s – all marked down to reflect their prices at the time of the release. a chore coat inspired by French workwear LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero Jerrica Yasumura /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/38040185

S9 Ep25 MANZANITA: Dorit Avganim, stylist and curator - on personal styling, and a belief in urban storefront corridors and community spaces. 08/25/2025

S9 Ep24 CHERRY PICK VINTAGE: Brooklyn O’Neill, co-founder - on sorting and grading 250,000 lbs of secondhand clothing each month for 3 vintage shops and a wholesale business. 08/18/2025

S9 Ep24 CHERRY PICK VINTAGE: Brooklyn O’Neill, co-founder - on sorting and grading 250,000 lbs of secondhand clothing each month for 3 vintage shops and a wholesale business. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Brooklyn O’Neill, one of co-founders of Cherry Pick Vintage, which operates 3 vintage retail shops and a wholesale business across British Columbia, Canada. Brooklyn’s fiancé, Andrew is a third-generation clothing recycler, and the Cherry Pick Vintage team sorts and grades 250,000 lbs of secondhand clothing at the family’s warehouse each month – proving that “everything you want already exists!” On this episode you’ll learn what it’s like to sort through 20,000 lbs of clothing each day, and the wildest discoveries that turn up in those bales. Plus, why Brooklyn intentionally puts her massive warehouse operation on full display and how this became key to both Cherry Pick’s social media success and their mission to show people how much clothing already exists. I think you’re gonna love it, so – let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:13] Though Brooklyn didn’t grow up thrifting, she spotted a gap in the market for an accessible, wearable secondhand shopping experience in her community. [5:30] Her fiancé, Andrew, is a third-generation clothing recycler. [7:57] Together, they decided to start Cherry Pick Vintage, now 3 retail shops and a wholesale company. [10:43] They quickly realized there was a lot more value in the clothing in the warehouse than originally thought. [11:43] How the raghouse at Cherry Pick works. [12:37] The sorting process for grading 20,000 lbs of clothing a day. [15:03] The Rag Yard Market where shoppers can dig through thousands of pounds of pre-loved clothing for only $7/lb! [17:14] Opening three retail locations across British Columbia in just three years. [23:38] How wholesaling works at Cherry Pick Vintage. [26:52] How social media played a large role in the growth of Cherry Pick. [28:24] Why Brooklyn puts the warehouse operation on full display to show how much clothing exists. [31:40] Social media advice for vintage business owners. [33:18] The wildest find the team has ever pulled out of the bales. [38:28] Holy grail vintage finds including 1960s Levi's and a WWII bomber jacket. [40:46] Brooklyn's personal style and her treasured 1993 Elton John x Versace tour tee. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero Jerrica Yasumura /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/37855750

S9 Ep23 ESTATE SALES.NET: General Manager, Marika Clemow - on the technology innovating estate sales for the modern day secondhand buyers and shoppers. 06/30/2025

S9 Ep23 ESTATE SALES.NET: General Manager, Marika Clemow - on the technology innovating estate sales for the modern day secondhand buyers and shoppers. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Marika, the general manager of – she’s a global expert in the secondhand market, her career spanning career spanning from auction houses in Sydney and London to making the estate sale space more technologically-innovative for the modern day secondhand buyers and shoppers. Now, listeners of this show will probably be familiar with – the place to find estate sales online. On today’s episode you’re going to hear about some of the new ideas – like virtual line management and hybrid auction sales – that are making estate sales more accessible and familiar to new shoppers. Plus, she’s going to share with us all her fun stories about art collecting, and the pieces she bought with her first commission checks back when she first got into the game. DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:43] How Marika's grandmother, a dressmaker, sparked her love of style and taught her that "creativity doesn't require abundance" [4:04] Getting into secondhand shopping through books at Vinnies (Australia's version of Goodwill) [4:49] A serendipitous encounter with a Sotheby's auction at Paddington Town Hall launched Marika's career in art auctions [6:43] Early career selling ads for Antiques Trade Gazette and covering a Qianlong vase that sold for £43 million [8:06] The art of storytelling - how to make pieces approachable and appealing to buyers [11:03] At ‘Auction Technology Group’ she was on the ground floor of making secondhand auctions younger and more tech-forward. [17:14] Acquiring in 2023, and making the estate sale space more technologically-innovative. [20:49] Why hybrid sales (online + in-person) work best for today's buying behaviors [21:42] Beginner tips for first-time estate sale shoppers [30:20] What separates out the higher-revenue estate sales [32:55] Marika’s best estate sale finds. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero Jerrica Yasumura /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/37213410

S9 Ep22: PICKLE: Julia O’Mara, co-founder of Pickle, a peer-to-peer fashion rental marketplace - on building the sharing economy for fashion, working with influencers, and raising $12M. 06/23/2025

S9 Ep22: PICKLE: Julia O’Mara, co-founder of Pickle, a peer-to-peer fashion rental marketplace - on building the sharing economy for fashion, working with influencers, and raising $12M. On today's show, we're chatting with Julia O'Mara, the co-founder of Pickle, the peer-to-peer fashion rental marketplace. Pickle's goal is making it easier and more affordable to rent high-quality clothing within communities – on today's episode, Julia will tell you about how she was working in business and product engineering when she had this idea: a gap in the fashion market. And it led her to build Pickle, a first-of-its kind platform, which – in less than a year – has boomed onto the scene, recirculating 100,000 items, top lenders paying their NYC rent with their Pickle earnings! – and the company raising over 12 million in Series A funding. In Manhattan alone, 1 in 4 females aged 18-35 have used Pickle. But Pickle had scrappy beginnings, Julia literally ran around NYC doing photoshoots with micro-influencers to get the first closets uploaded. And, in this episode, you'll hear about the entrepreneurial hustle of this fashion tech founder to watch, and the cultural impact Pickle is having on how young women think about clothing consumption. I think you're gonna love it, so – let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [3:24] The idea for Pickle started out as a completely different app – a social polling app. [10:39] When Julia knew it was the right time for her career to go the entrepreneurial route. [12:47] The insight that led to Pickle’s biggest pivot, in spring 2022. [14:42] Pickle’s big differentiator is that it’s a peer-to-peer rental marketplace, similar to Uber and AirBnb within the sharing economy. [17:44] When you’re building this kind of marketplace, you have to figure out how to attract both lenders and renters. [25:24] How Pickle works as a side hustle for your closet. [35:11] Insights from Pickle’s Series A fundraising round, where they raised $12 million and were called the AirBnb of fashion. [41:11] Opening a brick-and-mortar store for closet rental in NYC. [47:33] Future innovations in the circular fashion space, and what’s next for Pickle. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/37107325

S9 Ep21 VERY BREEZY: vintage bridal studio, luxury fashion curator and wardrobe stylist, Brie - on collecting vintage fashion and building a business around what you love. 06/16/2025

S9 Ep21 VERY BREEZY: vintage bridal studio, luxury fashion curator and wardrobe stylist, Brie - on collecting vintage fashion and building a business around what you love. This episode is brought to you by Classic Coco, thank you for making Pre-Loved Podcast possible! This is the space where we talk about all things vintage, secondhand and pre-loved across the fashion space! And for new listeners, or longtime pals, to follow along with all things thrift, vintage, rad, retro, and sustainable, you can find me Emily Stochl, across the internet as @emilymstochl. Come hang out I’d love to chat with you! On today’s show, we’re chatting with Brie, the founder of Very Breezy, a luxury vintage fashion studio in New York. Brie is a lifelong collector of vintage, who spent her fashion industry career in the editorial world at Vogue magazine and Harper's Bazaar, and leading digital strategy for luxury accessory brands, before returning to her first love: vintage. Now, Very Breezy is a collection of luxury fashion, jewelry, and accessories, with a special focus on vintage bridalwear – and the pieces for every occasion during the bridal season of someone's life. From her teenage years tracking down Blair Waldorf's onscreen looks to curating incredible vintage bridal collections, Brie shares her journey to vintage business owner on today's show. It's a really fun one, and I think you're gonna love it, so – let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [3:09] Her Blair Waldorf era – Gossip Girl was on the air when Brie was in high school. [5:32] Brie has been a natural collector since birth, and early collections included tea sets, dolls, and an extensive headband collection during her teenage years. [10:32] Brie moved to NYC at eighteen to pursue a career in the fashion industry. [11:45] Interning at Harper's Bazaar and landing her first job at Vogue in the fashion department [13:10] Staying late at Vogue to study couture pieces and learn about garment construction and quality [16:50] The natural evolution from personal collecting to starting Very Breezy as a business [20:57] Defining her vintage specialties for Very Breezy, including vintage bridal. [25:28] Sourcing vintage bridal pieces for every occasion and style. [32:15] Restoring vintage wedding dresses that have been damaged over the passing of time. [40:49] Brie also has a fabulous archival Thierry Mugler collection, including pieces from the Les Cowboys show. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/37019060

S9 Ep20 LA RETRO GIRL: long-time vintage dealer, Monique Gatillon - on how perseverance, divine timing and positive mindset contributes to the success of her business. 06/09/2025

S9 Ep20 LA RETRO GIRL: long-time vintage dealer, Monique Gatillon - on how perseverance, divine timing and positive mindset contributes to the success of her business. This episode is brought to you by Classic Coco, thank you for making Pre-Loved Podcast possible! This is the space where we talk about all things vintage, secondhand and pre-loved across the fashion space! And for new listeners, or longtime pals, to follow along with all things thrift, vintage, rad, retro, and sustainable, you can find me Emily Stochl, across the internet as @emilymstochl. Come hang out I’d love to chat with you! On today’s show, we’re chatting with Monique of LA Retro Girl! You might know her from being a regular vintage dealer at Pickwick Vintage, or from her super fun personality online – she even does Instagram live shows with vintage pieces! She's been selling vintage for many years – she started off selling vintage on eBay right after high school, and now she's a busy mom of four! On today's episode, she shares her perspective on how divine timing and mindset contributes to the success of her business, and how LA Retro Girl has changed and grown over the course of her vintage selling journey. All this, and so much more on this week's show. It's a really fun conversation, so – let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:29] Why it's important to seize opportunities – like when she took a leap of faith selling at her first Manhattan Vintage Show. [5:23] How Monique's dad – a Peruvian restaurant owner – inspired her love of thrifting and business from a young age. [7:33] How she fell into vintage after friends kept wanting to buy her 1960s mod club outfits. [11:00] How perseverance, divine timing and positive mindset contributes to the success of her business. [12:36] Her daily practice of checking in with her energy and intuition to guide business decisions. [16:24] How she balanced building her business while being a busy mom of four and caring for her father. [19:34] The game-changing business addition of partnering with a seamstress to offer custom alterations. [21:04] Essential advice for vintage market and pop-up season. [29:15] Amazing thrift finds in unexpected places – including Chanel pieces at Goodwill. [30:39] The latest reworked collection LA Retro Girl is bringing to their pop-ups. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/36909850

S9 Ep19 NOT-A-NORMAL SHOW: Lale Boz, founder, creative director and interior designer - on hosting a market at Barney’s for vintage dealers, artists, indie designers, and 10,000 guests! 06/02/2025

S9 Ep19 NOT-A-NORMAL SHOW: Lale Boz, founder, creative director and interior designer - on hosting a market at Barney’s for vintage dealers, artists, indie designers, and 10,000 guests! This episode is brought to you by Classic Coco, thank you for making Pre-Loved Podcast possible! This is the space where we talk about all things vintage, secondhand and pre-loved across the fashion space! And for new listeners, or longtime pals, to follow along with all things thrift, vintage, rad, retro, and sustainable, you can find me Emily Stochl, across the internet as @emilymstochl. Come hang out I’d love to chat with you! On today’s show, we’re chatting with Lale Boz, the founder of Normal NYC and the Not-A-Normal Show – which, if you’re listening to this episode live, is coming right up June 6-8 & June 13-15! Not-A-Normal Show is a large-scale, immersive marketplace show, featuring vintage dealers, artists, and indie designers. It’s hosted quarterly in New York and seasonally in Los Angeles—with more cities coming soon! And these June shows are both the 1-year anniversary AND the Season Finale of Not-A-Normal Market at the former Barney’s New York flagship department store in Chelsea – where over 10,000 attendees walk through the door each event. Rewinding it all back, you’ll hear how this epic event all came to be! Born in Istanbul, Lale is now a bi-coastal creative designer between New York and LA, prioritizing design, sustainability, and community in all she does. She’s first and foremost known for sharing the interior design work, including the design of her first Brooklyn apartment on social media, which kicked off the whole Normal journey in 2020. All this, and so much more on this week’s show, but I’ll let her tell it! – let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [3:34] Growing up in Istanbul in a family of sustainable fashion manufacturers and how that shaped her entrepreneurial spirit [8:04] The apartment that started it all: Normal became a place to share her interior design journey. [11:06] How she applies sustainability into her work and life. [12:57] The viral estate sale that brought 2,400 people to her Brooklyn apartment and taught her about community power, kicking off her event production work. [24:57] How Not-a-Normal Market landed at the iconic Barney’s flagship department store in NYC. [28:47] What she learned in her first year at Barney's: crisis management, leadership, and building stakeholder relationships [34:01] How consistency and transparency with vendors built unshakeable loyalty. [38:19] Why she sees endings as beginnings, and the grand finale of the Barney’s location! [44:38] A “blueprint for the future of retail” – connecting emerging designers and creatives with diverse communities [48:38] Her advice for new vendors doing their first markets this summer. [50:54] The outfits Lale plans to wear to the upcoming markets (including a 2002 Gianni Versace dress!). Don't miss the upcoming announcement for their biggest takeover yet! EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/36810680

S9 Ep18 BONHAMS: Marissa Speer, Head of Designer Handbags & Fashion in the U.S. - on auctioning Jackie Kennedy’s 1968 wedding dress. 05/26/2025

S9 Ep18 BONHAMS: Marissa Speer, Head of Designer Handbags & Fashion in the U.S. - on auctioning Jackie Kennedy’s 1968 wedding dress. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Marissa, the Head of Designer Handbags & Fashion in the U.S. at Bonhams Auction House. If you’ve listened to the episode we did with Bonham’s UK-based counterpart, Meg Randell, Bonhams is building on its success in offering handbags & fashion by introducing the category to the US market. Marissa bring twenty-years experience to this position, previously she worked at Resurrection Vintage, where she learned to source, date, and place exquisite antique and couture pieces with the world’s most renowned fashion houses, museums, stylists. Then, she worked at the world’s largest consignment company, The RealReal, where she specialized in authentication and valuation and had a 0% authenticity error rate. What happens when a Dior newspaper dress (yes, THAT Sex and the City dress) goes from an $800 estimate to selling for $23,000? Or when a 90-year-old yacht mechanic decides it's time to auction Jackie Kennedy's wedding dress he's kept wrapped in tissue paper since the 1960s? On this episode we talk about all this & more – the absolute treasures that fall under Marissa’s specialty for auctions at Bonhams – let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:39] A child of the 90s, Marissa grew up loving a Delia’s catalog. [10:20] How she was recruited to start the Fashion & Handbags department at Bonham’s U.S. division. [14:16] Why building relationships is so important in a client-driven business like vintage dealing or auctions. [14:46] Selling Jackie Kennedy’s 1968 Valentino wedding dress, which had been stored on a yacht. [20:59] Inside the most impressive collection of never-worn Margiela Marissa has ever seen. [23:53] The heritage brands and couture designs Marissa works on at Bonhams, and how to value them. [27:02] - How a Sex and the City reference turned an $800 Dior dress into a $23,000 auction moment. [28:50] Working on the first-ever Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy fashion auction. [30:28] How an auction house assesses trends and demand to best time the market value. [31:25] Why it’s time to pull out your Y2K Louis Vuitton and your Dior saddlebags, plus other trending items. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/36706040

S9 Ep17 ECLECTIC INVENTORY: Meg Barnes, New York-based interior designer turned dealer - on vintage watches and Coach bags, Betsey Johnson’s yard sale and opening her studio. 05/19/2025

S9 Ep17 ECLECTIC INVENTORY: Meg Barnes, New York-based interior designer turned dealer - on vintage watches and Coach bags, Betsey Johnson’s yard sale and opening her studio. This is the space where we talk about all things vintage, secondhand a0nd pre-loved across the fashion space! And for new listeners, or longtime pals, to follow along with all things thrift, vintage, rad, retro, and sustainable, you can find me Emily Stochl, across the internet as @emilymstochl. Come hang out I’d love to chat with you! On today’s show, we’re chatting with Meg Barnes, the founder of Eclectic Inventory. Meg is a New York-based interior designer turned vintage dealer, who started an Etsy shop in 2012. Her side-hustle has grown and evolved – Eclectic Inventory has just opened a new studio space in Williamsburg! On this episode we talk about how Meg's interior design background shaped her expert eye for quality and character in everything from vintage Coach bags to rare timepieces. You'll hear about her fascinating entry into the watch world (including the story behind that vintage watch choker I'm often wearing!), her experience shopping at Betsey Johnson's actual yard sale, and how she transformed her side hustle into a thriving vintage business. Meg offers thoughtful insights on vintage market trends, reveals which designer bags are currently surging in popularity, and shares her philosophy on creating beautiful moments in everyday life through special household objects. Whether you're a seasoned collector or casual thrifter, you'll be inspired by Meg's passion for giving timeless pieces new life. It’s a really fun one and I think you’re gonna love it – let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [1:46] How Betsey Johnson's whimsical, feminine designs shaped Meg's fashion sensibilities and continue to inspire her today. [3:16] Growing up treasure hunting at garage sales with her mom and making her first Etsy sale with a thrifted cat pillow. [6:21] “Thanks, It’s Thrifted!” Meg’s $10 thrifted Versace pants. [8:05] Why Meg chose interior design as her career path and how it taught her to create curated environments and experiences. [12:59] Building Eclectic Inventory as an Etsy shop, while balancing full-time work. [17:23] How vintage Coach bags became Meg's specialty, which eventually evolved into other designer vintage purses [21:43] The Chloe Paddington bag craze and Meg's thoughts on why certain designer bags are having a moment [25:05] How a mall job at Fossil led to her vintage watch expertise. [33:56] Opening Eclectic Inventory's physical space in Williamsburg and creating a hub for collaboration. [39:42] Stumbling upon Betsey Johnson's personal yard sale in the Hamptons and scoring archival runway pieces. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/36610985

S9 Ep16 THREDUP: Cynthia Lee, Head of Merchandising at ThredUp - on merchandising one of the largest online resale platforms, and curating a 20,000 piece vintage collection. 05/12/2025

S9 Ep16 THREDUP: Cynthia Lee, Head of Merchandising at ThredUp - on merchandising one of the largest online resale platforms, and curating a 20,000 piece vintage collection. Inside ThredUp's Massive Vintage Collection with Cynthia Lee: On today’s show, we’re chatting with Cynthia Lee, the Head of Merchandising at ThredUp, who have just launched a limited-time, first-of-its kind curated assortment of more than 20,000 vintage pieces in partnership with Beyond Retro. From childhood treasure-hunting on San Francisco's Haight Street to managing millions of unique daily listings, Cynthia brings 15 years of merchandising expertise from powerhouse brands like Neiman Marcus, eBay, StockX, and Sephora. A lover of vintage herself, Cynthia spearheaded this initiative, and she’s coming on the show today to share how it all came together. Plus, what’s involved in merchandising when you’re talking about millions of unique digital listings, why "flawed gems" deserve a second life, and what’s ahead for the industry in 2025. Consider this your exclusive behind-the-scenes look at ThredUp's team "knee-deep in boxes" while curating this massive vintage collection! Let’s dive right in: DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:03] A lifelong fashion lover whose family was in the fabric business, Cynthia grew up appreciating quality clothing and shopping vintage on Haight Street. [6:17] The evolving art of merchandising across luxury and digital platforms for brands like eBay, StockX, Sephora, and Neiman Marcus. [14:41] The daily challenge of merchandising and curating 50,000 new unique listings at ThredUp [18:07] What’s changed the most in the secondhand industry since Cynthia started doing this work. [21:48] Why secondhand doesn't devalue luxury brands—it makes them more accessible [24:07] What’s trending in the secondhand fashion industry in 2025. [27:16] Sorting through hundreds of boxes for ThredUp's x Beyond Retro 20,000 piece vintage collaboration [35:05] How this vintage activation might shape future offerings at ThredUp. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/36515485

S9 Ep15 LIDOW ARCHIVE: Haile Lidow, founder of a 9,000+ piece fashion rental archive - on the bedroom dedicated to shoes, and Lidow pieces appearing on Lady Gaga and Chappell Roan. 05/05/2025

S9 Ep14 BAG CRAP: Amanda Marcuson, the founder of BAG CRAP, a vintage bag charm brand - on upcycling trinkets and vintage toys into one-of-a-kind handbag charms. 04/28/2025

S9 Ep14 BAG CRAP: Amanda Marcuson, the founder of BAG CRAP, a vintage bag charm brand - on upcycling trinkets and vintage toys into one-of-a-kind handbag charms. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Amanda Marcuson, the founder of BAG CRAP. Bag Crap is a vintage bag charm brand built on nostalgi and individuality Amanda is a longtime vintage collector, with a love of treasure hunting that grew over the years as she spent countless weekends at estate sales, thrift stores, and flea markets searching for quirky items. She became a luxury handbag resale expert turned designer and charm curator. She uses vintage keychains and repurposed toys to transform nostalgic items into playful one-of-a-kind bag charms that celebrate sustainability. Her business experienced the bag charm boom – she's been featured in several issues of VOGUE, GQ, and Nylon, and worn by style icons like Tracee Ellis Ross and Gabriella Karefa-Johnson. But Amanda feels in her heart that her one-of-a-kind bag charms, made from trinkets found all over the world, are more than just a trend item – we get into it all! It’s a fun one, and I think you’re really gonna love it – so let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [5:43] How Amanda’s obsession with vintage handbags really began. [9:21] Was Beanie Baby the first resale trend craze? [13:04] While at FIT and in her fashion internships, Amanda was always crafting and upcycling. [17:33] She learned about authentication and running a small business while working in the luxury handbag resale industry, including at The RealReal and Heritage Auctions. [24:24] When the bag charm started to take off. [31:51] We’re hungry for the little things that make us happy, even just a charm on your bag that communicates your individuality! EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl KT Lydia Welp Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/36331590

S9 Ep13 PINTEREST: Global Trends & Insights Lead, Sydney Stanback, and secondhand stylist KG Lillian - on fashion trend reporting, thrifted style bundles, Coachella, and nostalgia. 04/21/2025

S9 Ep12 VIRGINIA CHAMLEE: Super Seller on Chairish with a lifelong passion for collecting vintage - on how to shop for vintage furniture, housewares and accessories. 04/14/2025

S9 Ep11 KIKO’S KLOSET: vintage dealer, Kayla Dickie - on her "if you can’t dance in it, why wear it?!” attitude toward expressing yourself unapologetically in pre-loved fashion. 04/07/2025

S9 Ep10 EMILY BLUMENTHAL: handbag industry and design expert - on vintage handbags and history, dupes and trademarks, and getting her designs on Sex and the City. 03/31/2025

S9 Ep9 DISTRESSED FEST: co-founders and dealers of distressed vintage, Abe and Connor - on distressed vintage as wearable folk art with visible history, and why these pieces are coveted. 03/24/2025

S9 Ep9 DISTRESSED FEST: co-founders and dealers of distressed vintage, Abe and Connor - on distressed vintage as wearable folk art with visible history, and why these pieces are coveted. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Abe and Connor, the co-founders of Distressed Fest, which is a vintage event promoting distressed vintage as wearable art. If you’re listening to this live, Distressed Fest is headed to Brooklyn March 29th, and you should go check it out if you enjoy this episode. On to our guests today, Abe is from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, but now he runs a vintage showroom in Brooklyn. He has a fine arts background and is a vintage clothing appraiser on PBS’s Antiques Roadshow. His business partner, Connor, is Distressed Fest’s west coast conter-part, hailing from San Diego where he’s been dealing distressed vintage clothing for some time now. We chat about what makes distressed clothing so special and their most incredible finds on today’s show. It's a really interesting one and I think you’re really gonna love it – so let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:30] Early memories of buying and selling clothes, and lots of thrifting [9:46] The path into dealing vintage clothing [14:19] How distressed vintage became their special interests [25:23] Starting Distressed Fest, a vintage event promoting distressed vintage as wearable art. [30:04] Wash, wear, and repair as the markings of a good distressed vintage piece. [35:57] Distressed pieces have a visible history that can sometimes be interpreted. [46:08] Well-worn pieces becoming a status symbol in high fashion. [48:46] One of the wildest stories I’ve ever heard about picking vintage clothes from an abandoned homestead! EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl Lucille of Galipette Vintage KT Lydia Welp Anastacia Banicke of Goods & Provisions Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer Alana Rivero /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/35829595

S9 Ep8 MACKII SHAYE: vintage dealer and magazine collector, owner of Little Oyster Club - on 2000s pop culture and ‘as seen on TV’ fashion moments from shows like Gilmore Girls. 03/17/2025

S9 Ep7 MOORE VINTAGE ARCHIVE: vintage dealer, writer and curator, Keesean Moore - on his archive of historic pieces by Black designers. 03/10/2025

S9 Ep6 ST. EVENS: Alexandra Stevens, vintage dealer and writer of 1-800 Vintage - on the International Ladies Garment Workers Union and ‘The 100 Fashion Films Project.’ 03/03/2025

S9 Ep5 ERIKA VEURINK: writer of Long Live and founder of EV Salon - on writing about secondhand fashion, and sourcing inspiration from 90s J.Crew catalogs to Nora Ephron movies. 02/24/2025

S9 Ep4 BLK IVY THRIFT: Dr. Kimberly McGlonn, founder & CEO of Grant Blvd and Blk Ivy - on cultural artifacts celebrating the aesthetics and work of the Civil Rights movement. 02/17/2025

S9 Ep4 BLK IVY THRIFT: Dr. Kimberly McGlonn, founder & CEO of Grant Blvd and Blk Ivy - on cultural artifacts celebrating the aesthetics and work of the Civil Rights movement. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Dr. Kimberly McGlonn, an award-winning social entrepreneur, working at the intersections of social justice and environmentalism. You might know her as the founder & CEO of Grant Blvd, and now Blk Ivy, which is a Philadelphia-based secondhand store that specializes in cultural artifacts celebrating the aesthetics and work of the Civil Rights movement. Her work has been featured by Fast Company, Inc Magazine, Essence, and has been funded by Beyonce’s BeyGood Foundation. In 2022 she was a recipient of the Visa’s “She’s Next in Fashion Award” and the Black Enterprise “Business Disruptor of the Year” award, and ultimately, her goal is to inspire others to see the power of fashion as and for activism. This episode was indeed inspiring – and rich with history! – and Kimberly even gave us a little preview into her latest book. I’ll let her tell you the whole story. I think you’re gonna love it – so let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [3:40] Kimberly loved the 90s style she grew up in, but got hooked on vintage through a 1960s dress found in Chicago. [6:22] Her professional career started as a public school teacher, and she has always been an educator. [7:28] Her social entrepreneur initiative in fashion was Grant Blvd. [11:25] Learning about Black Ivy style. [16:29] The rich history of Sunday best as an aesthetic of the Civil Rights movement. [22:50] A lot of research went into telling the story of the clothing sold in Blk Ivy. [25:07] How the space at Blk Ivy Thrift is used for present day social justice work. [27:04] Kimberly’s book, Build It Boldly EPISODE MENTIONS: by Shirley Chisolm The music of Joan Baez, Bob Dylan and Sam Cooke LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl Lucille of Galipette Vintage KT Lydia Welp Anastacia Banicke of Goods & Provisions Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/35297825

S9 Ep3 AZYR SPECS: Maureen Ryza is a costume designer, stylist, and vintage eyeglasses dealer - on sourcing and selling vintage glasses from all over the world, for modern-day wear. 02/10/2025

S9 Ep2 PRETTY PENNY: Sarah Dunbar has sold vintage since 1998 - on the early days of the buy-sell-trade business, vintage pop-ups in her apartment, and 19 years of her own stores. 02/03/2025

S9 Ep1 THE KIT VINTAGE: Robyn Goldberg, curator and owner of a luxury vintage boutique - on special occasion dressing, Red Carpets, and the appeal of very old vintage. 01/27/2025

S9 Ep1 THE KIT VINTAGE: Robyn Goldberg, curator and owner of a luxury vintage boutique - on special occasion dressing, Red Carpets, and the appeal of very old vintage. On today’s show, we’re chatting with Robyn Goldberg, curator and owner of the luxury vintage boutique, the Kit Vintage, which specializes in luxury vintage special occasion and bridal. Robyn started in the fashion industry 25 years ago, and she shares her stories working in the industry from Anna Sui to Teen People where she was a fashion editor. Robyn started her vintage business in 2014, with a clothing rack inside her husband’s antique and vintage jewelry store – vintage engagement rings pair perfectly with the vintage outfits for the wedding weekend, afterall! Most recently, her vintage gowns have appeared on the Red Carpet worn by Pamela Anderson and Angelina Jolie – who is a regular customer and lover of vintage! You’re gonna love this episode, with all sorts of fun stories about vintage party gowns – it’s a treasure, so let’s dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:41] Robyn made her way to New York, where she learned about all the various careers one can have in the fashion industry. [12:04] While working in fashion industry, she’s always building a collection of vintage pieces. [14:12] She starts The Kit Vintage with a clothing rack in her husband’s vintage and antique jewelry store. [17:00] Why The Kit Vintage specializes in special event vintage [23:06] What Robyn’s seeing trend in special event dressing and on the Red Carpets [27:30] The Kit Vintage dresses worn by Angelina Jolie and Pamela Anderson on the Red Carpet [41:09] Robyn on personal style and the favorites in her collection. EPISODE MENTIONS: LET’S CONNECT: 📸Instagram: 🐦Threads: 🎥TikTok: 📧 Substack: 🎧Patreon: SPECIAL THANKS: A special thanks goes out to my Patron Insiders – your support makes Pre-Loved Podcast possible! Patty Weber Kathy Brand Lisa of Queenie & Pearl Lucille of Galipette Vintage KT Lydia Welp Anastacia Banicke of Goods & Provisions Michael A. Megan Morris Jennifer /episode/index/show/prelovedpod/id/35005370

S8 Ep35 JASMINATV: best friends and co-creators, Jasmina and David have deep fashion industry roots - on their design backgrounds’ and bringing a fresh energy to luxury shopping. 12/09/2024

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