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EVERYDAY HEIRLOOM 2110
Stuff today, Antiques Tomorrow When you look at the current fashion scene, certain brands follow the trends while others continue to do what they do best. A perfect example of the latter is Lanvin.

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See what prized collectibles and heirlooms sold on eBay last month Recently purchased items include a $50 coin worth $50,000 and a more than century old album containing rare photos from China (pictured left).

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MY HEIRLOOM
Our favorite people and the object of their affection Many women define glamour. However, Cindi Leive is Glamour. Here, the elegant editor-in-chief of the illustrious women’s magazine shares with us her precious family heirloom and childhood dreams of becoming a glamorous reporter.

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CELEBRITY COLLECTIONS No surprise Beyoncé Knowles loves vintage Chanel. The much-coveted luxury brand is synonymous with classic beauty and fashion—two adjectives that could easily describe the former Destiny’s Child lead singer turned solo star.

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GO HERE, FIND THIS Refurbished typewriters on display, for sale, and for rent at Brady & Kowalski Writing Machines at the Brooklyn Flea in New York. Their collection features machines from 1900 to 1980, including a pink Royal Quiet De Luxe that recently sold for $600.

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GOOD BUY ON YOUR BUDGET To continue our special coverage of costume jewelry (find links to Part I about red glass necklaces and Part II about fabulous faux earrings within this post), here are three more stunning vintage pieces that would perfectly accent any sophisticated wardrobe and jewelry collection.

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See what prized collectibles and heirlooms sold on eBay last month Recently purchased items include Michael Jackson original jacket, a rare Charles Loloma bracelet, and this floral print dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in the film ¨Something’s Got to Give¨ (pictured left).

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ASK MONICA Spend a summer afternoon discovering all kinds of heirlooms and vintage treasures at some of the best flea markets and antique stores across the country—and the Atlantic!

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MY HEIRLOOM Known as the father of contemporary California cuisine, Michael McCarty opened his first restaurant, the critically-acclaimed Michael’s, in Santa Monica in 1979 at age 25. A decade later, he opened a second Michael’s in New York City. Here, McCarty lets us into his wonderful world of food, wine, art, and people.

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CELEBRITY COLLECTIONS The reflection in Barbra Streisand’s mirror must reveal more than two faces. The first two, we know, are of an iconic singer-songwriter and Oscar-winning actress. As for her third, fourth, and fifth face? In addition to being an acclaimed director and producer, Streisand is one of the most prolific collectors of our day.

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