I Went Vintage Shopping Across Asia
Safiya Nygaard・2 minutes read
Safiya takes viewers on a vintage shopping trip through East Asia, visiting various unique stores in Tokyo, Seoul, and Hong Kong, comparing and exploring different fashion trends across countries while sharing her experiences and finds with Tyler and her team. She highlights the distinctive styles, pieces, and experiences from each store, from 80's and 90's athletic wear in Tokyo to pastel, crocheted, and floral items in Seoul, showcasing a range of items from around the world.
Insights
- Safiya and Tyler embarked on a vintage shopping trip across East Asia, exploring stores in Tokyo, Seoul, and Hong Kong to compare trends and styles with those in the U.S., aiming to create an international vintage clothing haul.
- Safiya's emotional state led to a delay in sharing the trip footage, but the decision was made to release it now, showcasing unique finds like 80's and 90's fashion, vintage remade items, and a mix of American nostalgia in East Asian stores, highlighting the enduring popularity of past eras in fashion trends.
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Recent questions
What types of vintage stores did Safiya visit in East Asia?
Safiya visited vintage stores focusing on 80's and 90's fashion trends, including athletic, hip hop, skater, and American nostalgia styles.
What unique items did Safiya purchase during her vintage shopping trip?
Safiya purchased items like a metal Hawaiian shirt, a Charles Barkley X Godzilla X Nike collab shirt, a bejeweled FedEx-sponsored NASCAR jacket, and a black dress labeled "Pink House."
How did Safiya describe the fashion styles at Punk Cake in Tokyo?
Safiya described Punk Cake as focusing on American nostalgia with an 80's vibe, featuring bold patterns, poofy sleeves, acid wash denim, and a cowgirl theme.
What was the signature style of the store Ring My Button in Seoul?
Ring My Button had a signature style of pastel, crocheted, flamingo'd, and floral items, with a mix of vintage and handmade pieces sourced from Japan, Korea, and America.
What were some challenges Safiya faced during her vintage shopping trip in Hong Kong?
Safiya struggled with short sleeves on fringed jackets at Midwest Vintage in Hong Kong and had difficulty zipping all their suitcases filled with vintage finds before heading back to the US.