November 14, 2007

Wear It Again, Sam

Not to Be Reproduced Vintage

It’s amazing how a little vintage goes a long way.

Like the way that Lanvin blouse made the time/space haul from 1970s Paris to Not to Be Reproduced, Justin Kern and Missy Barcic’s Hollywood Hills living room-turned-fashion clubhouse.

Make an appointment to browse handpicked pieces like original Carolina Herrera samples from the early days; Greenwich, Connecticut, estate rescues; and Vivienne Westwood that Courtney Love just didn’t need anymore. You’ll find greatness preserved whenever possible and hems and necklines updated only when necessary.

Prices start in the $300s (this isn’t the Fairfax Flea Market), but they also rent clothing, so you can snag a frock for a night and pay only 20 percent.

But the Golden Rule of Retail still applies: You break, you buy.

Available by appointment only (323-472-7000 or info@nottobereproduced.com). To see styles, go to nottobereproduced.com.