Lucky for us, Shareen Sarwar-Rubiera is an AMAZING vintage lover who resides in our neck of the woods, Miami Beach. Shareen (pictured on the left) is the founder of Vintage Mavens, an online specialty vintage shop and blog. When you visit her site, you"ll see Shareen modeling her favorite one-of-a-kind pieces while sharing her stories as an ever growing fashion stylist. A native New Yorker, Shareen has been a stylist for companies like Dolce & Gabbana and publications like Teen Vogue and Women"s Wear Daily. After her success in the fashion industry, Shareen has turned into a "fashion historian who likes to recycle." You can shop through her unique vintage collection via her Ebay Shop or become an avid reader of her fabulous blog! If you"re looking for garments that make a statement, then check out some of my highlights from Shareen"s vintage collection below:
TOP: This Vintage Black Sequined & Beaded Oversized Bow Blouse is currently sold out on her website. BUT, it exemplifies the type of ultra chic pieces you can find on Vintage Mavens. Shareen"s website has become an international sensation. Her latest giveaway, Chanel Nail Color, went to a winner from Australia! Make sure you check out her Facebook Fan Page for the latest on new inventory or giveaways.
Top Left: A Vintage Vibrant Rainbow Striped Top with Sash. Top Right: Vintage Tan Pinstripe Blouse with Peplum Waist. All of the rings featured in Shareen"s photographs are also on sale.
Top Left: Vintage Leopard Draped Frock. Top Right: Vintage Sequined Rhinestone Cut Out Dress. I melted when I saw this dress! Most recently, Shareen was interviewed by The Miami New Times where she spoke about Miami"s distinctive style. "I"ve seen a lot of cities where people just want to blend in. Other cities take themselves very seriously, under all those layers. Here [Miami], it"s very like I"m going to get on my beach cruiser bike, put on some big sunglasses, and go to the beach" stated Shareen. This stylist knows about Miami"s sazon!
Top: Vintage Hand Embroidered Native American Jacket with Inca Red Puff Sleeves. This breathtaking jacket is currently available via Vintage Maven"s Ebay Shop.
Finally, my FAVORITE piece from Shareen"s collection: A Vintage Black Brocade Dress with Lace Trim. Classic elegance at its best! All of the inventory found on Vintage Maven"s Ebay Shop ranges between $20 to $125. For more information on Vintage Mavens or to see more looks, visit http://www.vintagemavens.blogspot.com/. To be truly inspired by fashion, one must never forget its history. Shop vintage and discover the beauty found in a timeless one-of-a-kind piece!