****SOLD**** Airy blue & white cotton top, M: $15

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The $40 price tag is still on this top - never worn!
Very light cotton in an abstract white & cornflower blue print, this top has a stretchy gently rounded neckline and an easy-to-wear blousy fit. Tucks beautifully into high-waisted bottoms, or can be worn loose over a pair of shorts or denim cut-offs.
Available in sizes 6, 8 & 10.
Price: $15

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****SOLD**** Red and gold belt, S/M: $8

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Will you LOOK at that buckle? Adjustable red leather belt, perfect cincher for a flowy summer frock, or wink at your inner pin-up by teaming it with polka dots!
Price: $8
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****SOLD**** White cotton eyelet top, XS/S: $10

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Label: unknown
Size: XS or S with bust size 34B or smaller
Time to break out the summer whites! Stay cool and pretty in this sleeveless white cotton eyelet top.
Price: $10



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****SOLD**** Enameled rose brooch: $15

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Vintage 1950s enameled brooch, with a creamy white rose in full bloom! Would make a pretty gift for a bride-to-be as her "something old."
Signed: no
Size: 2" height
Condition: excellent
Price: $15


Representing, humility, purity and innocence, the white rose - often referred to as the bridal rose - is associated with young love. In Scotland, when the white rose bloomed in autumn, it was seen as a token of early marriage. Also symbolizing truth and reverence, it sends a message of loyalty and says "I am worthy of you."

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****SOLD**** Striped summer mini skirt, size 6, Gap: $10

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Label: GAP
Size: 6 (Gap size 6 - so more 6/8)
Summer is making a roaring go of it today, and the sundresses and little light skirts are out in full force! This fresh mini skirt is A-line, striped in navy and white, sits right below your belly button, and is very comfy indeed! Perfect with woven flats or flip-flops & a tank top.
Price: $10




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****SOLD**** Zara red kitten heels, size 6: $10


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Label: Zara
Size: 6
Classic siren red kitten-heels that taper to a point. One teensy scuff on the toe of the left shoe - less than 0.5 cm. Stash these in your drawer at the office for when you need to dash to an unexpected terrace or stoop bash!
Price: $10

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****SOLD**** Woven white bag with loopy strap, Aldo: $10

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White woven shoulder bag by Aldo, with dark brown contrasting trim and a fun loopy wide strap.
I like the simple shape, saved from severity or just plain blah-ness by the textures.
Price: $10


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****SOLD**** Trio of vintage cameras, decorative: $25



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Trio of vintage cameras, decorative. Two Kodaks and one Polaroid. The Kodak Brownie model on the far left is c. 1910. An almost identical one was used by a seventeen-year old passenger on the Carpathia to document the rescue of survivors of the Titanic. The little Instamatic model in the front is very similar to the one used by the young Amelie Poulain to document her world.
Price: $25 for all 3


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Treasure = a vacation rental in Australia

Oh, Apartment Therapy, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...no, wait, that would take too long...

My winning-lottery-ticket dreams include stays in inspiring yet cozy spaces all over the world, and this lovely vacation rental in Port Douglas, Australia, is on that list! I love how they've pulled together so many thrifted finds into an airy, colourful & textured whole.

Their wall of mirrors in the bathroom is giving me ideas!

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****SOLD**** Faux pearl, green cabochons & amber rhinestone medallion brooch: $20

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Colourful vintage medallion brooch, absurdly pretty, guaranteed to elicit admiration ;)
  • Faux pearl, green cabochons & amber rhinestones set in polished gold tone metal
  • Size: 2″W x 2″H
  • Signed: No
  • Condition: Excellent
  • Price: $20
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****SOLD**** Set of 5 vintage glass bottles: $30

****SOLD**** Stained glass is gorgeous, but rather expensive. One other way to add the shimmer of colourful glass to a sunlit spot is with a grouping of glass bottles, and this set of five will add a shot of textured greens to any windowsill or shelf. Two of the bottles are from the 1930s (see detail shots of labels below), two are not as old (the brandy bottle on the far left, and the spruce beer one on the far right), and the clear one in the middle is Italian-made with a harvest-themed relief. If you placed a single bloom or thin branch in each one, it would make a simple but pretty display, either in a window, or grouped together on a tray.
Price: $30 for the set



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Wanted: floor lamp

Hello all!

If anyone has a floor lamp that they'd like to sell or exchange for $20 in Trove credit, please do let me know. Not looking for anything schmancy, though if it had two heads, that would be ideal.



Cheers!
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****SOLD***** Green, white & black print dress, M: $15

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Label: Le Chateau
Size: M
Big bold graphic prints are making a splash this summer, and this is a fun way to add some WOW to your dress options. Super comfy stretch dress, no zippers, simply yank over your head (or shimmy into it - whatever you prefer), snug the sash around your waist, and you are ready for the day!
Price: $15



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****SOLD**** Large Matt & Nat caramel bag: $30

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Label: Matt & Nat
Size: WHOAH!
Height: 14.5", Width: 16", Depth: 8"
I'm more of a medium-sized purse gal myself, but bags like this almost sway me towards the BIG carry-all sizes. What stops me from using bags this size? The fact that if I have a big bag, I will simply carry more STUFF around with me all the time! I understand that some people simply need to tote a laptop, books, and more, around with them every day, and this would be the PERFECT bag for that. Stylish shape, warm caramel colour, with two roomy equestrian-style pockets up front for your buspass/keys/phone.
Price: $30 (retailed for over $150)



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****SOLD**** 1950s Westclox minitimer: $12

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This is a vintage 50's Westclox minitimer, standing a little under 3" in height. Entirely made of metal, and fully functional. The bright 'ding' sound it makes has echoed merrily through our apartment quite a few times since this little beauty came into my possession. Bring the 'ding' home! The increments of time on this pretty thing are in minutes - so much nicer than using your microwave timer to tell you when your cookies are ready!
Price: $12

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****SOLD**** Scrumptious strawberry brooch: $10


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So delicious-looking you may want to pop it into your mouth - but I wouldn't recommend doing so! Fresh pink & fuschia enameled vintage strawberry brooch, signed LG. It measures 1 3/4" in length.
A steal at only $10!



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****SOLD**** Sterling silver bangle: $10

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Sometimes, all an outfit needs is a simple bangle bracelet to take it from tee & skirt to "this is a ME outfit." Why not see if this little sterling silver beauty can do that for some of your comfy go-to pieces?
Price: $10
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****SOLD**** Tristan sleeveless colourful print top, M/L: $10

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Label: Tristan
Size: M/L
Very flattering print top in a lovely brown and pale blue colour combination. Would look so summery with a pair of rumpled linen trousers!

Price: $10

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To sparkle in the Trove tomorrow!

  • Sleeveless stretch Tristan top, L
  • vintage sterling silver bangle
  • domed glass candy dish
  • 80s geometric print blouse
  • vintage iris brooch
  • three vintage cameras, decorative
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****SOLD**** Sculptural pair of wire candle holders: $20

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These sculptural wire candle holders are a versatile decor element. They look very well flanking a fireplace, as above, but would also work well with tall pillar candles on a mantel, or on diningroom table, or even on your patio! The finish is a distressed off-white which jives happily with both shabby chic and Gustavian decor schemes.
Price: $20 for the pair

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****SOLD**** Mid-century retro chair by Royal Metal Manufacturing: $80

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Manufacturer: Royal Metal Manufacturing

This is a wonderful specimen of mid-century design, from the clean lines and bent back legs, to the classic 1950s green colour. The paint has been scratched from years of use, and the piece is all the better for every scratch and ding. The original Royal Metal Mpaper tag is still affixed to the bottom and declares the green tones to be "Spring Green" and "Leaf Green."
Price: $80 (chairs from the same company, time period, and similar design retail for between $195 and $400 on-line)




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****SOLD**** Vintage 1950s rose brooch: $10

The level of detail on this small (2" long) vintage 50s gold-tone brooch is breath-taking.
Guaranteed to make you grin whenever you look down to see it gleaming from your lapel!
Price: $10
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