It does not get better than a day of sorting through Marlene Wetherell's store.  She has the most amazing collection of vintage pieces and some of the best Geoffrey Beene I have ever seen! Visiting her NYC store in the Antique Market, 40 W. 25th St, is one of my favorite Sunday activities.  I never leave without buying something.  Actually, I believe I blew my entire first pay check at Marlene's booth at the Chelsea Pier Show my first September living and working in NY!  Some things never change...

We always love hanging, shopping and working with Marlene :) Here is a little more about our favorite lady!

Q&A questions:

Who is your all time favorite designer?

Favorite designer without a doubt...YSL!

How did you get started as a vintage dealer?

I started as a collector of textiles and clothing.

I did photography and styling before and used my pieces in shoots...

I turned my passion into a business...

What do you love about vintage?

I love vintage because of its quality + craftsmanship. There are pieces that never go out of style...

It always looks unique... It mixes beautifully with new pieces.. It makes for an individual style.

I also love pieces that reflect an era or decade... It says so much!

Who are your style icons?

I love some of the french actresses from the 60's like Romy Schneider, (she was German actually but acted in french films), Jeanne Moreau, and Delphine Serig.

What is your favorite item from our site?!

Love the YSl leopard print chenille coat.. Because it's YSL , it's super chic, timeless, and can be worn with anything!

xoxo Marlene