Have you been in to Erin Templeton's lovely store? Her reworked leathers - bags, belts, what-have-you - are fantastic. The selection of vintage is impeccable and eclectic, not to mention very reasonably priced. Last time I went in there was the most charming little Victorian(!) blouse on the wall...
Buy local! Buy designer! Buy on sale!
Paying retail makes me shudder.
