VINTAGE CLOTHING N' STUFF W/ DREW HEIFETZ

drew heifetz

Welcome to Vintage N' Stuff podcast. I'm so glad you're here! I have been selling vintage clothing for over 15 years and am currently the owner of @fasinfrank and @frankiecollectve. Here you will find an audio experience to delight all the senses and get you fiending to hit the thrift. I will be covering my life in the vintage business, talk to other dealers and personalities in the game, document my father's life in the business and everything in between. I am probably doing this unedited so hold on to your hats. Let's do this. Hit me up on instagram @drewheifetz. For exclusive bonus content and member-only perks click here- https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz?fan_landing=true

  1. From Flea Markets to Fashion Icons W/ @aronstardust | Vintage n' Stuff Podcast EP 139

    3D AGO

    From Flea Markets to Fashion Icons W/ @aronstardust | Vintage n' Stuff Podcast EP 139

    Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz Wholesale Mail List - https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=Uvmt2H&g=UAZmFP Shop Vintage Here with code vtgnstuff for 30% off Mens - https://www.fasinfrankvintage.ca/ Dive into the fascinating world of vintage with Aaron Stardust, a passionate curator, reseller, and fashion enthusiast. Aaron shares stories from decades of sourcing rare finds, his insights into military and archive fashion, and how he's navigated the evolving vintage market while staying true to his passion. In this episode: Aaron's early days flea marketing with his parents in Florida and New Jersey The story behind his iconic nickname "Aaron Number Nine" and the Japanese brand inspiration How vintage clothing blends nostalgia with real monetary value The legendary flea market finds, including rare rap tees and vintage military gear Inside stories of meeting icons like Virgil Abloh, Ian Conner, and Tremaine Emery The significance of Asian vintage markets and Japanese repros Tactical tips on sourcing, flipping, and succeeding on eBay and at pop-up events The importance of community, self-awareness, and giving back in business and life Insights on navigating the modern vintage scene, marketing, and building a legacy Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro and Aaron’s background in vintage reselling 02:05 - Vintage about nostalgia or profit? 03:47 - Early flea market days and family influence 10:07 - Fashion projects and collaborations with Virgil and Tremaine 13:15 - Virgil Abloh’s first encounter with Aaron 18:58 - The story of Number 9 Japanese brand and its resurgence 24:34 - Legendary flea market finds: rap tees and military gear 35:42 - Rare game-worn jerseys and forgotten treasures 45:49 - Military surplus hunting in the Meadowlands 54:53 - Building relationships with Japanese vintage buyers 77:42 - Tips for sourcing and selling on eBay 94:42 - The wild world of in-store and online buying 100:07 - Meeting Ian Conner and creating influence 112:04 - What will never lose value in vintage 113:07 - Restarting with limited funds 120:05 - Aaron’s legacy and future goals Support the show

    53 min
  2. The Vintage CC Filson Company Episode W/ Josh of @barn.owl.vintage | Vintage n' Stuff Podcast EP #137

    FEB 27

    The Vintage CC Filson Company Episode W/ Josh of @barn.owl.vintage | Vintage n' Stuff Podcast EP #137

    Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz Shop Vintage Here with code vtgnstuff for 30% off Mens - https://www.fasinfrankvintage.ca/ Barn Owl Vintage’s Josh P Dan on Dating Filson, the Cruiser’s History & Building a retail shop with 50% growth YoY. Host Drew Heifetz welcomes Josh P Dan (Barn Owl Vintage) from Seattle to discuss vintage workwear, with a deep dive into Filson’s history and how to date Filson garments. They open with a Filson quiz covering the brand’s origins, tin cloth/oilcloth evolution, rugged twill sourcing, and the 1912 Cruiser. Josh shares his path from the East Coast music scene and Tower Records to Seattle, early Amazon and marketing work, then leaving corporate life to sell vintage full-time. He explains building Barn Owl Vintage from pop-ups and an antique mall booth into a 3,700 sq ft Georgetown shop, crediting staff, SEO-focused online strategy, and sourcing systems for 50% year-over-year revenue growth. They cover rare finds like a Gold Cruiser auctioned for $10K with proceeds supporting local mutual aid, and Josh’s guide to dating Filson by labels and snaps, plus his work helping Filson build its archive. 00:00 Podcast Intro and Guest 01:27 Meet Barn Owl Vintage 02:27 Filson Quiz Kickoff 04:17 Tin Cloth Origins 07:04 Cruiser Jacket History 09:48 Rarest Filson Finds 13:03 East Coast Roots 15:47 Nineties Style Staples 17:36 From Amazon to Marketing 22:54 Going Full Time Vintage 26:17 Sourcing Ecosystem 29:17 Pricing Without Comps 32:07 Seattle Vintage Scene 35:14 Opening and Expanding Shop 41:31 Store Expansion Pays Off 43:02 Hiring Staff for Growth 44:56 SEO Driven Online Strategy 47:19 Filson Gold Cruiser Auction 52:52 Rarest Filson Finds 55:25 1936 Levi’s Surprise Call 58:05 Filson Brand History Timeline 01:03:21 Made in USA and Quality 01:15:30 Dating Filson Garments 01:18:54 Working with Filson Archives 01:24:12 Advice for Vintage Sellers 01:29:06 Closing Thanks and Next Episodes Support the show

    1h 30m
4.9
out of 5
100 Ratings

About

Welcome to Vintage N' Stuff podcast. I'm so glad you're here! I have been selling vintage clothing for over 15 years and am currently the owner of @fasinfrank and @frankiecollectve. Here you will find an audio experience to delight all the senses and get you fiending to hit the thrift. I will be covering my life in the vintage business, talk to other dealers and personalities in the game, document my father's life in the business and everything in between. I am probably doing this unedited so hold on to your hats. Let's do this. Hit me up on instagram @drewheifetz. For exclusive bonus content and member-only perks click here- https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz?fan_landing=true

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