I Went Vintage Shopping Across Asia
Safiya Nygaard・33 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.
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Summary
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"Vintage Shopping Trip in East Asia"
- Safiya shares footage from a vintage shopping trip in East Asia in 2019, visiting eight stores in three countries.
- The trip included stops in Tokyo, Seoul, and Hong Kong to explore beauty, fashion trends, and vintage stores.
- Safiya and Tyler aimed to compare vintage stores in East Asia to those in the U.S. and create an international vintage clothing haul.
- The delay in producing the video was due to Safiya's emotional state, but they decided to share the footage now.
- In Tokyo, they visited Kinsella, a store focusing on 80's and 90's athletic, hip hop, and skater fashion sourced from California.
- They found items like Chicago Bulls gear and a unique button-down shirt with flaming skulls.
- Safiya was drawn to a metal version of a Hawaiian shirt and purchased it along with a Charles Barkley X Godzilla X Nike collab shirt for Tyler.
- At Dog, Harajuku, a vintage remake-style store, they encountered a unique fashion dungeon with pieces modified from vintage clothes.
- Safiya was intrigued by a purple button-down shirt and a bejeweled FedEx-sponsored NASCAR jacket, which she ultimately bought.
- Punk Cake, another Tokyo store, focused on American nostalgia with an 80's vibe, featuring bold patterns, poofy sleeves, acid wash denim, and a cowgirl theme.
10:35
Exploring Unique Vintage Styles in Seoul
- RinRin and Safiya admired various hats and a horse vest at Punk Cake, noting a Dolly Parton vibe.
- They tried on items like a black ruffled blouse and an iconic horse vest, discussing their unique styles.
- Safiya tried on a zebra printed jacket, debating if it was a shirt or jacket.
- They explored styling options, considering cowgirl or safari looks for the zebra jacket.
- Safiya envisioned incorporating the zebra jacket into her everyday outfits, describing it as an 80's zebra jacket.
- Safiya and her team left Japan for Seoul, South Korea, where they explored the city with local YouTubers and visited a cheese theme park.
- In Seoul, they visited three vintage stores, starting with Hantage, known for its 80's and 90's blazers and jackets.
- Safiya found a black leather trench jacket and a low-waisted dress at Hantage, likening her style to Lady Beetlejuice.
- They then visited Ring My Button, a store with a children's tea party vibe and a mix of vintage and handmade items.
- Safiya tried on a gray buttoned dress and a polka-dotted skirt at Ring My Button, enjoying the unique styles found there.
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Exploring Vintage Shops in Hong Kong
- The shop owner sources pieces from Japan, Korea, and America, with a signature style of pastel, crocheted, flamingo'd, and floral items.
- Safiya purchases a black dress labeled "Pink House" and a tchotchke from the store, along with a mug from the 1950s.
- Safiya and Tyler prepare for their trip to Hong Kong, where they meet up with YouTuber Taylor R and her friend Natalie to explore vintage shops.
- They visit Mee & Gee, a thrift shop with items from Europe, Korea, and Japan, offering a variety of clothes, including factory jumpsuits and leather vests.
- Safiya finds a baseball jersey and a decommissioned factory jacket, while Natalie recommends a Japanese factory coat.
- They then head to Midwest Vintage, the oldest American vintage store in Hong Kong, with a focus on American goods and a wild west vibe.
- Safiya tries on leather jackets at Midwest Vintage, but struggles with short sleeves on fringed jackets.
- Midwest Vintage also offers an original line of vintage remade items, including patchwork bags and unique designs.
- Safiya and her group film a towelkini video at the beach in Recluse Bay before heading to Midwest Vintage.
- Despite the rain, they enjoy their time exploring vintage shops in Hong Kong and appreciate the unique finds and experiences in the city.
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Vintage Shopping Adventure in East Asia
- Safiya and her companions visited several vintage shops in East Asia, where she purchased a cropped remade t-shirt, an oversized version, and a matching backpack, struggling to zip all their suitcases before heading to the airport to catch their flight back to the US.
- Safiya was pleased with the vintage shop haul two years later, noting the popularity of 80's, 90's, and early 2000's items in the shops, as well as the surprising number of American items, vintage American toys, and decor. Most shops are still open, except for Vintage Bonnie, which is closed temporarily but selling merchandise online, and Hantage, which has relocated nearby.
