Tying Techniques

Every fashion season ushers in a new It Accessory.  This fall designers have brought a surprisingly retro accessory to take the “it” title.  Scarves!  From skinny ’70s styles seen at Chloé, to the sweet chiffon bow styles at Gucci, or Burberry’s blanket scarves, there’s a huge range of styles to choose from and lots of […] Read More

Sonnet 73

That time of year thou mayst in me behold When yellow leaves, or none, or few, do hang Upon those boughs which shake against the cold, Bare ruined choirs, where late the sweet birds sang. In me thou see’st the twilight of such day As after sunset fadeth in the west; Which by and by […] Read More

Thrifty Toronto

Some autumn standbys are too appealing to miss: Apple picking, harvest fairs, corn mazes and, of course, strolls through the fiery fall foliage. But the season also offers an array of unusual (and inexpensive) suspects in and around Toronto, from a vintage fashion foray and all-night arts extravaganza to “haunted” hikes and craft-beer crawls. So whether […] Read More

Halloween 2015

The walking dead have once again taken over Filthy Rebena. Our shops have become a terrifying mess of crooked palm readers, strung out disco divas and most recently, roaming zombies that are on the hunt for your brains… and our vintage clothing. Whether you’re looking for vampy séance swag, carnival cocktail wear or murderous marionette attire – […] Read More

Vintage Holiday Decorating

For anyone who celebrates Christmas, or embraces seasonal decorating, there’s a familiar ritual that takes place every year — whether it’s the day after Thanksgiving or soon before the first out-of-town guests arrive. It involves the taking down of boxes, the careful unpacking of items (some fragile, some not), and finally, the thoughtful display of […] Read More