HARKING back to a time when furniture was built to last and clothes were cut to fit, vintage styling puts the emphasis back on individuality. Foraging for vintage gems is no mean feat for even the keenest of eyes, but do not despair: it’s time for the biannual Helsinki Vintage fair!
“Vintage is kind of a cultural umbrella that holds underneath it different things: fashion, music, art, burlesque and so forth. The aim is an event that would gather all the best vintage sellers and a wide range of goodies from past decades, together with an interesting side programme and a relaxed atmosphere to hang out,” explains organiser Lotta Nyqvist. “There was a lack of vintage fairs in Finland and I wanted to create not only a vintage sales event, but a celebration of vintage culture.”
Individuality has long been synonymous with style and so the appeal of vintage style is hardly surprising. “It’s the visual and historical aspects, the uniqueness and the quality of materials used – the feeling that there’s a story behind these items.” describes Nyqvist. And the event is not purely for aficionados, Nyqvist explains: “It’s a very good starting point for people who are curious about the scene, since it offers such a wide and comprehensive selection of vintage culture in the same place at the same time.”
Sun 27 September
Helsinki Vintage
Kaapelitehdas, 11:00-18:00
Tallberginkatu 1
Tickets €9
Saturday, August 29, 2009
V is for Vintage
http://www.6d.fi/starters/page.2009-08-26.3916855944
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