Frugal Fashionista

First Name:  Nancy

Business Name:  North Shore Frugal Fashionista

How long?:  One year in brick-and-mortar store

How'd you move into vintage fashion?: I’ve always loved vintage and fantasized having my own store. After a few unique jobs (like Discovery Channel) I wanted to have something all my own: I started fashion styling and quickly added vintage to sell in my home. I call myself a savvy stylist with a store.

Are you a collector?: Hoarder, collector...it’s a fine line of distinction.

What do you collect?:  Big, bold and badass. Unique & chic for pretty cheap: statement pieces of primarily jewelry, coats, and purses. I also have an exclusive to sell women’s new-with-tag European Samples with brands currently from France, London, and Italy. Most are vintage-inspired.

What's a favorite piece you can't sell?:  I don’t have one! I love them all and can always “borrow” (model) the items. I once sold an Etruscan bracelet at the nail salon!

What's your favorite thing to sell?  I can’t pick just one because I love everything vintage. I also just love selling! I like meeting and getting to know my customers. I am great at identifying their style right away.

What sells fastest?:  I’d say the jewelry. I’m known for being the clip-on earrings lady.