NEW ARRIVALS
Chanel Fall 1999
This chunky metal belt belt with quartz detail opened Chanel’s show and went on to appear multiple times throughout the collection. This presentation was memorable for its stark, minimal aesthetic, echoed in the design of the accessories.
THE VINTAGE BRIDE
CIRCA VINTAGE BLOG
Case Studies: Iconic Pieces in the Circa Archive
Archival fashion is rarely defined by aesthetics alone. Its power lies in context: who wore it, when it appeared, how the culture received it, and why it still resonates decades...
What is Archival Fashion? A Circa Vintage Guide
Over the past few years the fashion industry has bandied the word “archival” about frivolously. Here, at Circa Vintage, it means something specific. While commonly associated with rarity or value,...
Yves Saint Laurent: French Fashion Icon
In this series of blog posts, Circa Vintage takes a deep dive into the history of some of our favourite fashion designers. Today, it's the turn of fashion industry revolutionary,...
Coco Chanel: Industry Trailblazer
In this series of blog posts, Circa Vintage takes a dive into the history of some of our favourite fashion designers. Today, it's the turn of iconic French couturière Coco...