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Why My Colleagues’ Blogs Made Me Cry
How ‘SEO’ changed my ‘POV’. You often hear people say; ‘you should do what you love’. But I think the far more important question is: ‘do you do what you do with love?’ After reading my colleagues’ blogs this past weekend, I can unequivocally confirm that every single one of them does. Let’s go back to the beginning. As my fellow marketers will know, our jobs are often the persistent pursuit of content. And sometimes we are not quite content with the level of content that we
Taylea Du Toit
5 days ago3 min read


Volunteering for Vintage with Love
and the Crazy Things we think we can do… With Love! I have been a Volunteer with Vintage with Love since the very beginning in Cape Town 10 years ago, and honestly, it feels less like volunteering and more like a way of life now. Somewhere between the mountains of donated clothes, endless steaming sessions, pricing marathons, and last-minute event organizing, VWL quietly stitched itself into my heart forever. I’m a complete fashion lover, wildly passionate about sustainable f
Taylea Du Toit
5 days ago3 min read


Mixing High Street, Second Hand & Designer Like a Pro
Mixing high street, second-hand, and luxury pieces has always been my favourite way to dress, and fun fact, it’s actually my secret specialty. I’ve never thought great style comes from wearing head-to-toe designer, and I definitely learnt that from my mother, who has always been my fashion icon and inspiration. She taught me everything from understanding garment construction and fabric quality to knowing what to look out for while shopping - all useful tips to know when crea
Taylea Du Toit
5 days ago3 min read


WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO RUN A CIRCULAR FASHION BUSINESS.
The world stands at one of the greatest divides in fashion history... On one side, platforms like Vinted are becoming some of the biggest fashion retailers in the world, now ranking as the third-largest fashion retailer in the UK. On the other, fast fashion giants like Shein continue to dominate globally, coming in close behind. Two completely opposite ends of the spectrum. One built around extending the life of clothing and intentionality, the other around faster consumption
Taylea Du Toit
5 days ago5 min read


BALANCING MISSION, MONEY, AND MOMENTUM.
There’s a beautifully romantic idea that purpose alone can change the world - but anyone building a purpose-led organisation knows the reality is far more complex. At Vintage with Love, or any NPO that's combining charity and commercial strategy, we sit in a constant balancing act between mission, money and momentum - and the truth is, all three matter immensely. VWL has been founded on the belief that clothes have the power to change the world, and for the past 12 years we
Tracey van Gass
5 days ago3 min read


The Archive Sale:
Unlocking Our Most Iconic Vintage Pieces: Every once in a while, a vintage store has to open the vault. Not because the pieces inside have lost their magic. Quite the opposite. Because they deserve to be worn, loved, and lived in. At Vintage With Love , we’ve built a reputation for curating some of the most beautiful vintage clothing, designer resale, and second-hand fashion in Cape Town . Over time, certain pieces become part of our archive. Iconic finds that we’ve held onto
Taylea Du Toit
Mar 192 min read


To Our Volunteers, With Love.
As we close the chapter on another incredible year, our hearts are full, overflowing, really, with gratitude for the remarkable women who stand at the centre of everything we do, our volunteers.
Lizzy Erwee
Dec 17, 20252 min read


Cheverells Lunch for Literacy: Apples, Books and Bright Futures in the heart of Grabouw.
Last week, we took to the valley, nestled among the vineyards and shady trees of Elgin’s very own Cheverells Farm. It was a gathering united by one beautiful purpose: giving.
Lizzy Erwee
Oct 13, 20252 min read


Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.
Thanks to your support, together with Community Assisting Schools (CAS) and other generous partners, H.A. Jack's library was completely restored and revitalised - transforming what was once a neglected space into a vibrant hub for learning, exploration, and growth.
Tracey van Gass
Oct 1, 20252 min read


Honouring Youth Day, with a purchase with purpose, and a future with love.
This Youth Day, Vintage with Love is celebrating the power of education and how second chances really can change a life.
Lizzy Erwee
Jun 13, 20251 min read


2024 - A year of Giving and Growing
It’s almost time for a holiday and as we close out 2024, we find ourselves filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude, for another...
Tracey van Gass
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Celebrating the Success of Thandulwazi’s 2024 Programmes: Empowering Learners and Teachers for a Brighter Future
As the Thandulwazi Maths and Science Academy academic year comes to an end we are so excited to share with you their success.
Tracey van Gass
Oct 23, 20241 min read


Empowering Tomorrow’s Educators: Vintage with Love's Impact Through Realema
After a recent update from Pier, CEO of Realema we are so excited to share with you all the impact a recent July 2024 VWL donation has...
Tracey van Gass
Oct 23, 20241 min read


Celebrating Mandela Day with Vintage with Love: Transforming Lives Through Education
A Celebration of Compassion and Community As we commemorate Mandela Day today on July 18, it is a time to reflect on the legacy of...
Tracey van Gass
Jul 18, 20242 min read


Clear out your cupboard for 67 minutes this Mandela Day.
In honour of Mandela Day this year, Vintage with Love is so excited to announce an exciting new collaboration with Melrose Arch for a...
tracey4085
Jul 5, 20243 min read


A Lunch for Literacy at La Vierge Hemel and Aarde Hermanus
With its breathtaking views of the Hemel and Aarde valley, La Vierge in Hermanus was a perfect setting for our second Lunch for Literacy...
Debbie Smuts
May 10, 20243 min read


An Autumn Affair: Waterford x VWL Lunch For Literacy 2024
A Celebration of Compassion and Community As we catch our breath after the whirlwind of emotions and joy that was our Lunch for Literacy...
Angie Webb
Apr 19, 20243 min read


It’s Time to Cash Out Your Cupboard, for a Good Cause.
Do you too have a closet filled with clothes that you no longer wear, love or that no longer fit just the way you like? Pieces from yours...
Tracey van Gass
Mar 20, 20242 min read


Riding the waves for literacy!
This past weekend, on the sandy beaches of Muizenberg, we celebrated our 3rd annual Vintage 500 event. This day is all about fun,...
Angie Webb
Mar 5, 20243 min read


Vintage with Love: Where it all began!
As we enter our 11th year of Vintage with Love, we decided to look back at where it all began and celebrate how far we’ve come. So let’s...
Angie Webb
Feb 20, 20243 min read
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