Timeless Treasures: Meet the Curators Behind Our Upcoming Vintage Bazaar

There is an undeniable magic in items that carry a history—pieces crafted with intention, preserved through decades, and reinterpreted for modern life. We are thrilled to spotlight four extraordinary women-led brands that are redefining sustainable style, antique curation, and fine art. From rare estate jewelry to hand-poured candles in nostalgic glassware, these visionaries are coming together to transform our upcoming Vintage Bazaar into an unforgettable celebration of heritage and design.

Rare Heirloom Energy: VBO Vintage Jewels

Vicki Baer Ochstein is all about finding jewelry that tells a distinct story requires an expert eye for history, provenance, and craft. VBO Vintage Jewels brings a stunning collection of authentic antique, vintage, and estate fine jewelry ranging from delicate Victorian heirlooms to bold mid-century statement pieces. Each hand-curated ring, necklace, and bracelet is selected for its timeless charm, enduring quality, and unique artistic detail. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover rare wearable investments that carry generations of mystery and style into the present day.

Underground Heritage Fashion: Dethrose Vintage

For those who view fashion as a form of personal expression, off-the-rack designs simply cannot compare to the character of true historical garments. Based right here in Chicago, Dethrose Vintage offers an expertly handpicked selection of rare vintage clothing and unique statement fashion spanning multiple iconic eras. From romantic prairie silhouettes to edgy mid-century tailoring, their collection emphasizes high-quality construction, rich textures, and distinct vintage appeal. Their pop-up rack at the bazaar will be the ultimate destination for building a truly one-of-a-kind wardrobe.

Expressive Fine Art & Visual Storytelling: Grace Federighi Art

A celebrated local creative force, Grace Federighi infuses the showcase with raw visual emotion and fine art heritage. Her art portfolio features figurative works, abstract expressionism, and photography.  Grace creates striking, evocative pieces that anchor any living space with edge and elegance. Guests will get an intimate look at her hand painted vinatge books, which she has created as a way to offer her work in a smaller format while reigniting a passion for the past and for literature.  

Sustainable Nostalgia & Illumination: Eleventh House

Bringing warmth and atmospheric charm to every room, Eleventh House reimagines how vintage decor can serve a modern, sustainable purpose. This innovative lifestyle brand creates hand-poured luxury candles made with clean, non-toxic ingredients, housed inside hand-picked vintage glassware and antique vessels. Once the soy wax clean-burn finishes, each piece lives on as a treasured heirloom cup, vase, or decorative accent in your home. Their collection offers a sensory bridge between nostalgic interior design and mindful, clean living.

 

Mark your calendars and prepare to shop small, sustainable, and local in Chicago. Join us at the bazaar to meet these incredible curators and discover your next favorite piece of history! RSVP HERE