I love peppering my ensembles with vintage clothing and accessories. I have visited many antique stores, thrift, consignment and vintage shops over the years. Along the way, I have found some really cool pieces.

It is fun to use and wear these old accessories and clothes, knowing that they have had a past life. Here are some of my favorites, that translate well into the modern wardrobe.

1.) A collection of vintage clutches that are big enough to hold old stand-bys (lipstick, money, business cards) as well as 2012 necessities (car keys, iPhones, digital cameras)

2.) A killer sequined and beaded cocktail dress from the 1960s

3.) Retro red Foster Grants and vintage lucite sunnies from France

4.) Sequined jacket, perfect with a white tee and jeans for date-night