Little Vintage Cafe

Stupid cupid, stop picking on me. 🎶 Simply smitten with our little Wedgwood collection.

The most common feedback I get at markets is, "Oh wow, I've never seen this lilac color!" I love this little cupid trinket dish and the other small treasures. Lilac is a slightly harder color to find so if you like something on the site, snag it!

Thank you everyone for the support as we still are investigating the theft of one of my rare bags from the market this weekend.

I do want to say that Maddie has been very active, and we are both shocked about the situation, as I have never had any issues before. I also want to say thank you to my fellow vendors at who sent nice notes, offered me snacks and cocktails, watched my booth like a hawk, and offered support. 🤎

The VHC Market was an absolute blast, this hiccup aside, and I had a wonderful time. I got to reconnect with a few clients who updated me on the adventures they've taken their bags on. I sold a few designer scarves to women celebrating achievements, big and small. I got to engage with customers who were excited about the mid-size vintage clothes from my personal collection, and we chatted about that amazing feeling when something just "fits."

Overall, it was a positive weekend, and for that, I am so grateful. If you are just joining the Little Vintage Cafe community, welcome! I am glad you are here.

More updates soon, including a 1k giveaway, so stick around!

xoxo, Kat

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Girl, let me tell you how much fun we had today at the market! Y'all were so into the vibe, the bags, and the accessories -- I barely have the words.

Are you excited for tomorrow? I am. Come by Artifact Events 11am-5pm and say hi! 4325 N Ravenswood, Chicago - I am on the first floor near the courtyard (inside)

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A little cup of sunshine and a few more days until our next market!

Little Vintage Cafe will be at on Aug 23rd + 24th. Join us an 90 other vendors for a thrift, vintage, artisan market in every style and price range. Hosted by from 11am-5pm both days.

Will we see you there?

1970s Gucci is just out here on a Friday. Very demure. Very mindful.

See her being cutesy at the market next weekend Aug 24 + 25th! From 11a-5p shop our collection of vintage bags, scarves, wedgewood, and more.

Free Admission. Free Parking. Artifact Events, Ravenswood.

Get 👏 that 👏 bag 👏 and all the swag, on Aug 24 & 25th!

I'll be at the next Vintage House Chicago market, hosted at Artifact Events 8/24 & 8/25! Shop and a few of our friends from 11am-5pm both days.

Since we love a good theme, there is optional dressing up for the "Rodeo" -- you know I'll bring my cowboy boots. 🐎

Details:
What: A fabulous vintage and artisan market hosted by
Where: 4325 N Ravenswood (free parking!)
When: Sat. AUG 24 & Sun. AUG 25TH | 11am-5pm
Who: LVC plus over 90 other vendors, open cash bar, and lots of fun.

RSVP encouraged (free event!) - https://do312.com/events/2024/8/24/rodeo-tickets

"Don't buy much but make sure what you buy is good." - Christian Dior

I don't often carry Dior but when I saw this top handle Kelly bag I fell in love. 🖤 Simple, timeless, in great condition -- a staple piece, if you will.

Available now.

I received some questions about authenticity and how I go about making sure every item I sell is real. Here are some ways I authenticate:

☕️ purchase only from a reputable source - I only source from trusted places, online or in person. Some platforms offer authentication for items over a certain amount, which helps!

☕️ review items myself - I have come across more fake Coach bags than the higher end designer pieces we carry. That said, it can be tricky to detect a fake at first glance so it's good to have some steps to really inspect each item. Ex: Coach has a creed and serial number on the inside of their bag. Fakes sometimes have misprints or numbers that don't match the item.

☕️ ask for another opinion - I often ask reputable sellers and collectors if I am unsure of a particular piece. Especially in the Coach community, I find most people are happy to help! There are also third party authenticator services. I have used them often for items that are missing serial codes. Happy to recommend a few in the comments.

☕️ authenticity guarantee - I offer a 100% authenticity guarantee. If a luxury seller doesn't back their items, I find it to be a red flag.

Follow for more tips on purchasing authentic vintage designer items!

The market favorite -- vintage Coach Emmie in Periwinkle blue. 🪩

A highly sought-after and collectible piece. I've loved having her as part of my collection but am ready to send her to her next adventure.

Interested? DM for more info or make an offer.

Vintage on vintage on vintage. ✨️ Shop the last day of Heir Apparent Market on Clark/Fullerton -- mention this post for 20% OFF 🤫

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Having a Goldie Hawn summer, starting at tomorrow! ❤️

Join me and 14 other luxury vintage brands for a night market on Friday 7/26. There will be live jazz and a mocktail bar.

Then, on Saturday and Sunday come say hi 11am-6pm! I'll have my restored vintage Coach bags, silk scarves, and pieces from Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Chanel. ✨️

Location: 2352 N Clark, Chicago IL (Clark & Fullerton)

Movie Credit: "Overboard" (1987)

At my last market, an excited woman came running up to me, asking, "Is this Taylor Swift's bag?!"

"Yes! I mean, not this exact one... but Taylor has a vintage Willis in black. I think in an interview, she mentioned it was her mom's."

We have a really fun conversation about our love of vintage and the excitement of finding the perfect purse. Oh, and you know she snagged the bag. ❤️

I love happy moments like these, both in person and online! Shop the Willis in a variety of colors THIS WEEKEND at on Clark St!

July 26 - 5-8pm (night market!)
July 27 & 28 -11am-6pm

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Heavy is the head that wears the crown, darling.

Shop what is rightfully yours at Heir Apparent Market 7/26-7/28. The first or it's kind, a luxury vintage pop-up market featuring some of Chicago's best vintage curators...myself included. 👑

See you there...
2352 N Clark, Chicago .chicago
July 26 (Friday) - 5pm-8pm
July 27+28 (Sat/Sun) - 11am-6pm

Carpe Diem 🌞 Seize the day with this beautiful celestial vintage Hermès scarf!

I have never come across this colorway in this design. Wouldn't she be just as fabulous, worn, or framed?

Shop in person July 26-28 at - a luxury vintage pop-up in Lincoln Park! 2352 N Clark.

Going somewhere? Get there in style with vintage Louis Vuitton. This Damier rolling bag is making her debut at the July 26-28 -- along with a matching Nolita AND Alma!

I rarely bring these girls to markets but this luxury vintage weekend is going to be full of top designers.

See you soon!

You're invited to the first of its kind -- a vintage luxury pop-up market hosted by ✨️

Who: and a curated group of vintage sellers
What: luxury pop-up filled with high-end fashion and accessories
Where: .chicago 2352 N Clark, Chicago IL (street parking)
When: Fri 7/26 (5-8pm), Sat 7/27 & Sun 7/28 (11am-6pm)

Admission is free for you and your guests, so bring a date and support your local vintage community!

Wave-ing hello to our new studio space! 🌊 Little Vintage Cafe is moving this week to a larger space -- more room for inventory, a bigger spa, and better content.

More details coming soon. 📦

Dear Chanel, I love you both inside and out. 🖤 This vintage vanity case is so good I almost kept it. Can be worn as a purse or displayed with your make-up in tow!

Quilted leather, gold hardware, two zip pockets and a mirror -- what's not to love?!

If you caught my stories yesterday, you may have learned my car was broken into. Window smashed, door broken, and steering column destroyed.

This is my only car -- the one that ships your orders, sources new products, loads up and loads out every single market and pop-up.

The cost to repair (with insurance) is around $2k. So, to help with those costs I'm offering 15% OFF your entire order with code "CARFUND"

All proceeds go towards repair costs -- so if you have been eyeing something on the site, now is a great time to get it!

xo,
Kat

All set to binge some and clean some bags! ☕️🪻👒 What are you up to this weekend?

There is something special about the lines of a wallet. Soft in the leather but strong in structure.

Many luxury wallets were added to our Summer Drop -- check them out!

Featuring: Vintage Louis Vuitton bifold wallet.

Where you'll find me this summer. 😴

How is this Sonoma bag still here?! Soft vintage Coach pebbled leather in a gorgeous aqua color. The bucket bag shape is on-trend this summer, and the adjustable strap means easily going from shoulder to crossbody.

What I love most? The color. 😍 She is here for spring, summer, farmer's markets, beach days, and so much more.

The history of the signature Louis Vuitton locks is fascinating -- for example, in the late 1800s, Louis challenged Harry Houdini to escape from a locked LV trunk. Unable to escape, the efficacy of the patented "unbreakable" lock was proven! 🔒

Since then, these little padlocks have been featured securing many LV bags, and used as a design in jewelry and scarves.

We happen to have a couple lock and keys in stock! 🔑 Add it to your Alma or Speedy purchase, or have turn it into a wearable piece.

Summer Drop is LIVE! ☀️ Check out our new arrivals, including this adorable Hermès elephant scarf -- new with box and original tags.

This babe sold before the drop to one of our VIP customers! I still had to show her off -- Vintage YSL crossbody with embossed crocodile detail and adjustable strap.

If you're looking for something special, let me know! If I come across your dream bag, you'll get first dibs.

Our Summer Drop hits the site tomorrow -- so check out the new arrivals and shop our core Coach collection too! ☀️

Luxury is an attitude. ☕️ We're sipping and waiting for new pieces to drop on June 1st!

Reminder: newsletter subscribers get first dibs (and 10% off your first purchase), so head to the site to sign up now.

Wallets coming soon! 🩷 Join me June 1st for our Summer Drop, featuring finds like this vintage Chanel pink caviar wallet.

I simply cannot wait.

It's celebration season! From weddings to graduations, getting promotions to the opening of your favorite rooftop bar. Add a little extra sparkle and class with a vintage beaded shell handbag. ✨️

I typically have a few colors in stock and show them at markets. DM if interested. Also, check out the site this weekend -- for 15% OFF everything using code MEMORIALDAY24 at checkout.

Navy blue just for you! In honor of Memorial Day Weekend, use code MEMORIALDAY24 for 15% OFF everything on the site! Now thru Monday.

Then, join us June 1st for our Summer Drop. ☀️