A podcast live from my vintage shop in Downtown Fargo, North Dakota! Join me weekly while I share the conversations I have with my customers with topics ranging from vintage clothing, ghost stories, or day to day happenings in the shop! Just a bit curious? Give us a listen!Be the FIRST TO KNOW about new & upcoming episodes by following us on Instagram @conversationsinavintageshop
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I started my vintage shop after finishing uni with a fashion degree & feeling lost! After falling from job to job and going backpacking for a year, I came back broke, grateful and more determined than ever to have a "job" that I loved! I started Ada's Attic Vintage with £20, it's been the most exciting, interesting & hardest thing I have ever done. My life is unpredictable, weird & mundane. I want to give you an inside look and share my highs & lows of running, building & trying to reach my ...
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#32- BURNOUT AS A SMALL BUSINESS OWNER: How Burnout Can Kill Your Business
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I'M BURNED THE F$%& OUT! When I opened my vintage shop back in 2018 I knew that it was going to be a long and tiring road to get my shop to where I wanted it to go. Flash forward to 2024 my shop has changed, but the way I interact with it hasn't. In today's episode, I'll talk about my struggle with burnout after working 6-7 days a week for 5 years,…
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#31-VINTAGE VERSUS THRIFT: What's the Difference & Why Does It Matter?
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Hello 2024! I'm BACK and ready to talk about all the changes I've made since my last episode! In today's episode, I'll be delving into one of the biggest confusions surrounding my vintage shop: "Are you a thrift store or a vintage store?" What does it mean to be a "vintage store" or a "thrift store"? What's the difference between vintage and thrift…
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#30- ARE WE THERE YET? Wrapping Up 2023 & What's Coming in 2024!
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Welcome to our LAST EPISODE..... of 2023 :) Owning a vintage shop is hard, but in the year 2023 it's even harder! In today's episode, we'll be talking about what the hell happened this year and what we're going to do about it in 2024. We did things a little differently this year and had to say goodbye to what we're expected to do as a micro-busines…
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#29- INSPIRED OR RIPPED OFF? How to Work with Vintage Dealers to Create Inspired Fashion
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Just imagine you're a vendor at a market selling vintage clothing. To get to this market you had to hunt for the inventory, buy supplies and possibly even travel to be a vendor. Now imagine a celebrity in the music and fashion world comes to this market to find "inspiration" for their next collection. This would be a very exciting thing for any sel…
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#28- TALES FROM A HAUNTED VINTAGE SHOP Part Two!
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Back in Season 1, we did an episode dedicated to the paranormal experiences we've had in the historic building our Brick & Mortar Shop, Carmine & Hayworth Vintage, is located in! In honor the spooky season, here's PART TWO recapping our past experiences as well as new ones! Plus, added history on the building itself and what could possibly be the c…
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#27- WHAT I WON: JULIEN'S AUCTIONS Hollywood & Royalty Part Two
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I got such a great response to our episode, "From Stage to Screen..." that I decided to record another episode detailing the LATEST Julien's Auction "Hollywood & Royalty"! In this week's episode, I'll be talking about my latest adventure in Hollywood auctions, my preparation and WHAT I WON! History is so often seen as something that can only be lea…
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#26- FASHION IS ART: Why Clothing is More Than Adornment
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IS FASHION ART? What's your immediate response and why? In today's episode, I'll be discussing the two sides of whether fashion is art or just a way to make money. Trust me when I say that this topic can get pretty heated from those I talk to on both sides! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/christian-larssen/creme-de-la…
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#25- BAD ADVICE I've Received as a Small Business Owner: It's Okay to NOT LISTEN!
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What's something that everyone who starts a business has in common? Receiving BAD ADVICE! Since I started my adventure is opening a vintage shop way back in 2018, I've received my fair share of bad advice from other small business owners, big business owners and those who mean well. I've picked out three of the worst pieces of advice I've received …
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#24- FROM STAGE TO SCREEN: What I Won at Julien's Auctions Hollywood: Classic & Contemporary
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Wow! This is an episode I didn't know I'd ever be able to record, but I'm beyond grateful that I can! On this week's episode, I'll be sharing with you my latest dive into the auction world with the recent Julien's Auction "Hollywood: Classic & Contemporary" where an amazing mix of Hollywood and theater memorabilia was up for grabs! Here's the the b…
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#23- BODY IMAGE & RETAIL: How to Push Back On Arbitrary Body Standards
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I'm BACK from an unexpected hiatus! Let me just preface this episode with a HUGE apology! I had my shop music up louder than I thought, so you will here a lot of background static and noise. The Last Shadow Puppets had me feeling the feels the day I recorded this episode :) In today's episode, I'm going back to a topic that I will never tire of spe…
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#22- OH THE DRAMA! Why Is There A Social Media Backlash On Resellers?
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This week's episode is all about THRIFTING and RESELLING! Is it ethical? Do resellers of popular platforms like Depop take garments away from low-income families? What's the alternative? I recently read an article in Buzzfeed News about the backlash a Depop seller is facing on TikTok after posting a thrifting haul for her Depop shop. There have bee…
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#21- 10 THINGS I HATE About Being A Vintage Shop Owner
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Alright, so the title was a BIT click-batey, but it was catchy! In todays' episode, I'll be giving a more sarcastic view of the things I hate about being a vintage shop owner. What are the 10 things that get me wanting to slap myself? FAT SHAMING FASHION SIGNIFICANCE PLAYING DRESS-UP & MORE! Take a listen and find out! Make sure to follow us on Ins…
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#20- THE PEOPLE YOU MEET IN BUSINESS: A Cautionary Tale
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We all know THOSE people: The "Creative Vampires" The "Predators" The "Takers" We meet them in our day to day lives, but what happens when you come across them in business? In this week's episode, I talk about the categories of people I've met who forced me to learn my lesson the hard way. I'm telling YOU about them, so you don't have to! Building …
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#19- THE ARCHIVE: A Life Of Collecting Vintage and Why I'm Sharing It!
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What gets my heart pumping? What is my BIGGEST motivation for having my shop? In today's episode, I'm sharing with you a passion project I've been working on for what feels like my entire life: THE ARCHIVE. I'll be talking about what the Archive is, does and my favorite pieces! For those who want an update on my SHOP HAUNTING: this one is for you! …
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#18- CUSTOMER STORIES: PART DEUX! What I Hear In My Vintage Shop That Makes Me Cringe
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YOU ASKED AND I DELIVERED! Back by popular demand is another episode on our CUSTOMER STORIES! Head over to Season 1 to listen to our first episode that caused quite a stir! One thing that all retail workers have in common is that we ALL have stories. Some funny and some unnerving. Take a listen! Want to keep up on new episode alerts? Follow us on I…
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#17- The TRUTH About Small Business: Owning A Vintage Shop Edition
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In this week's episode, I revisit an episode from Season 1 where I talked about the challenges of owning a small business especially when it's a VINTAGE SHOP. Lesson learned and some advice I've picked up along the way. What do you do when you run into customers who don't understand your business and make that KNOWN? Listen to find out! Make sure t…
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#16- WE'RE BACK! Let's Catch Up In 2023!
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Hello SEASON 3! It's hard for that to not sound pretentious :) We've been gone for awhile, but we're BACK and ready to talk about the shop, life and everything in-between! Today I'll tell you where I've been and the curveballs life has thrown recently while also giving a little ADHD update! Want to interact with us? Follow the podcast on Instagram …
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#15- VINTAGE & SIZE INCLUSIVITY Revisited! Let's Keep the Conversation Going!
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In today's episode, we're revisiting a topic that in an ongoing conversation in the shop. Our original episode, "Vintage & Size Inclusivity" in Season 1 got things rolling, but today we're keeping it fresh in everyone's minds! I'm going to talk about an article I read that gives more insight and context into why vintage isn't as inclusive as we wan…
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#14- Let's Talk About GENTRIFICATION, Baby! Are Small Businesses Disappearing?
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In today's episode, we're going to talk a topic that is a conversation STAPLE in my shop: GENTRIFICATION Specifically in small downtown districts. We've all seen it. We all have our opinions. Why is it a big deal? Let's talk about it! We're also giving some updates on our popular segments: What's Happening in My Building? Keep up with us on Instagr…
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#13- An Interview with PAIGE VICTORIA: Indigenous Badass, Survivor, Model & Mentor PART TWO
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PART TWO, friends! I'm beyond honored to have had the opportunity to sit down with the incredible human, Paige Victoria. SINGLE MOM INDIGENOUS BADASS SURVIVOR MODEL MENTOR In Part Two, the conversation continues! Make sure to follow Paige on Instagram @paigevictoria00 Follow us at @conversationsinavintageshop to be the first to know about upcoming …
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#12- An Interview with PAIGE VICTORIA: Indigenous Badass, Survivor, Model & Mentor PART ONE
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It's our first OFFICIAL INTERVIEW!! Sorry Charles, you didn't count :) I'm beyond honored to have had the opportunity to sit down with the incredible human, Paige Victoria. SINGLE MOM INDIGENOUS BADASS SURVIVOR MODEL MENTOR and so much more..... In Part One, we're going to talk about her life as not only a model, but as an indigenous woman in a pre…
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#11- UNPOPULAR OPINIONS: Small Retail Business Edition
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We all have them. UNPOPULAR OPINIONS! On today's episode we'll be talking about your unpopular RETAIL opinions! Have you worked in the service industry? I know you have them! I asked YOU on Instagram what some of yours were and I just had to add my own! I do this in jest, BUT I'm completely serious :) Keep up with the conversation over on Instagram…
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#10- LET'S CATCH UP! ADHD Update, Where Have I Been and BOUNDARY SETTING!
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I'm so excited to be back in 2022 with more episodes! Let's play a little catch up shall we? On this episode I'll talk about: What I've been up to! New changes at the shop! An ADHD update! How I've been establishing boundaries :) Thanks for listening! Make sure to follow us on Instagram @conversationsinavintageshop Music from Uppbeat (free for Crea…
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#9- CHARLES IN CHARGE PART TWO: More Venting with My Partner!
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Charles is BACK for our LAST EPISODE of 2021! We've got a lot to squeeze in for our last episode but here we go! Listen as we hang out and talk about: * New men's clothing in the shop! * Artist woes! * Creepy dudes! * and MORE! Follow both of Charles's art Instagram accounts: @mrpenandmarker & @bonejackdesigns Thank you AGAIN for listening every we…
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#8- CHARLES IN CHARGE Part One: Let's Vent with My Partner!
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It's the moment none of you have been waiting for! My first INTERVIEW on this podcast! Today I'll be interviewing my other half Mr. Charles Sterling. Not only is he an amazing artist behind Bone Jack Designs and Mr. Pen and Marker on Instagram, but also a pretty awesome resource for all things retail! You'll hear us rant, talk corporate versus smal…
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#7- SOCIAL MEDIA & THE SMALL BUSINESS: A Necessary Good and Evil
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Hey friends! On today's episode, I'll be giving a good ol' rant about some of my biggest pet peeves when it comes to social media and small businesses! We all know that social media is a BEAST. As a small business it is ESSENTIAL in reaching your customers, but at what cost? What you put out there whether it's your personal account or business acco…
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#6- CUSTOMER STORIES & the Horrors of Working Retail
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Those of us who work in the service industry all have these stories. Customer stories that have us wondering, "WTF just happened?". In today's episode, I'll be sharing some of the funny, weird and just plain messed up customer stories from my brick & mortar vintage shop. Sometimes you just have to laugh at some of these stories to keep from going c…
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#5- TALK RANDOM TO ME & Let's Just Chat!
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In today's episode, we're just going to shoot the breeze! Sometimes it's nice not to have anything planned and just roll with what's on the mind. Join me as I chat about my ADHD update, the vintage community and more! The holidays are fast approaching, so let's just chill :) Keep up with the conversation by heading over to our INSTAGRAM & giving us…
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#4- HOW TO START A VINTAGE SHOP & Other Lessons
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In episode 4, I'll be talking about my journey as a vintage shop owner and some of the pitfalls that came along the way! Being in what many call a "niche" industry I thought I'd give the resource that I WISH I had when I started my humble, little business! Hear about the road to securing my brick & mortar space while also learning about the failure…
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#3- VINTAGE & SIZE INCLUSIVITY
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In this episode, I'll be sharing my experiences with the lack of size inclusivity in vintage fashion and why it's so hard to find pieces that fit more body types. As a vintage seller and collector I've seen both sides, so I have a unique perspective that I want to share with those who've had the same struggle! This is one of the most common questio…
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#2- GHOST STORIES From A Haunted Vintage Shop
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In EPISODE 2, we're diving into our haunted vintage shop! Join us as we delve into the history of paranormal encounters, legends and sightings on our block! Our shop, Carmine & Hayworth Vintage, is located in the HISTORIC DeLendrecie's Building in Downtown Fargo, ND and with any historical building there's bound to be some stories..... Sound intere…
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#1- Having ADHD As A Small Business Owner
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In our FIRST episode, I'll be sharing my experience being diagnosed with ADHD and how it has impacted me as a small business owner. Join me as I talk about some of the stigma attached to ADHD and how I'm ATTEMPTING to overcome in! Thanks for listening! Your support of my humble, little podcast means the WORLD! Music: Music from Uppbeat (free for Cr…
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Shopping in the 60s + 70s in London Baby
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How To Date Vintage Clothing
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6 Top Vintage Clothing Myths
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Fashion can make you stand out or fade into the background, why do we make the choices that do? I would love to hear your thoughts on this subject either using the #fashionpod101 or via any of my social media, Instagram @adasatticvintage Tiktok @AdasAttic-Vtg Twitter @Adasattic😀 Thanks so much Rachael…
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Overwhelming Challenge?
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Firstly so sorry for disappearing from fashion podcast land! I explain why i disappeared and setting out my plan for this podcast and explaining why i disappeared. I really do apologise for not publishing any podcasts since July! 😞 I hope this explains what has been going on and little bit more about how i like to overwhelm myself with challenging …
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Looking to add some colour to your wardrobe that will take you straight through to the time next year? I got you covered, and no it isn't black, white or grey 😉
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If you "google" the future of retail it is looking bland but how can this be changed?
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What do they have in common + why on earth would anyone talk about it 🤷♀️😂
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Started by Lincolnshire born Charles Fredrick worth in 1858 The House Of Worth was the 1st ever Couture Fashion Brand! Listen on to hear his rags to riches story.
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DHL, yes i mean the shipping company, have partnered with the Britsh Fashion Council to invest in 5 new British Fashion brands... Who made the shortcut?
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Yes i did mean Dion & not Dior. Today's episode is all about how Celine Dion wowed at Couture Fashion Week 2019 ⭐⭐⭐
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This episode covers everything from Peru, Everest & decluttering your wardrobe. I never said this was going to be your normal Fashion Podcast did I
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Couture fashion is the finest in luxury fashion and is soaring in popularity! But what does couture have in common with vintage and also fast fashion? Listen on to find out. If you want to see visual reference you can find them on www.adasatticvintage.co.uk/blogs/news
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Affordable Sustainable Denim
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We all LOVE abit of denim in our lives and wardrobes don't we! With cotton being one of the worst polluting materials sustainable denim is the way to go. Listen on for my top tips and brands to watch ouf for 👖💙👖
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Probably not a title you were expecting to be written about the Met Gala 2019? But as each year there is a diffferent theme, this years is; Camp, Notes on Fashion, and that was the underlying purpose of the exhibition. Now did the outfits succeed?
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I hate packing and i hate unpacking even more, but packing right can greatly improve your trip. Listen on to find out why & my 1st hand experience.
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A burning question I am sure 😂 but this short but sweet 2 min podcast is about so much more than my Wolf T-shirt
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