S8 Ep30 VINTAGE VINTAGE VINTAGE: friends, turned business partners, Libby, of Libby & My, and Rajni, of Jungli Vintage - on opening DC's first and only vintage collective.

S8 Ep30 VINTAGE VINTAGE VINTAGE: friends, turned business partners, Libby, of Libby & My, and Rajni, of Jungli Vintage - on opening DC's first and only vintage collective.

Author: Emily Stochl November 4, 2024 Duration: 54:38

On today's show, we're chatting with Libby and Rajni, the founders of DC's only vintage collective, VINTAGE VINTAGE VINTAGE. These two friends, now business partners, Libby – of Libby & My –who  grew up collecting vintage and antiques in the Midwest, and Rajni, founder of Jungli Vintage – a lover of all things bold and colorful – have teamed up to open a collective of 18 vintage vendors all under one roof. 

Today's episode is such an ode to community. If you're in the DC area, VINTAGE VINTAGE VINTAGE is hosting the That's So Vintage Market, on November 9th and 10th, and over the course of those two days you'll find 52 unique vendors popped up in the heart of the Union Market District – everything from vintage bridal wear to designer finds and rare coffee table books.

Can't wait for you to hear this one  – let's dive right into it!

DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE:

  • [2:47] Libby grew up collecting vintage and antiques in the Midwest.
  • [5:30] Rajni got into secondhand shopping later in life, even though she grew up with hand-me-downs.
  • [10:48] Libby and Rajni's paths first crossed selling vintage.
  • [15:05] How the DC secondhand scene has boomed since 2020.
  • [24:21] The wild story of how Libby & Rajni started DC's first vintage collective.
  • [38:29] Personal style stories & their favorite vintage pieces.

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SPECIAL THANKS: 

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Every week, Emily Stochl invites you into a conversation that goes far beyond the clothing rack. Pre-Loved Podcast with Emily Stochl is built on the idea that every second-hand garment has a past, and that exploring those histories makes our present style more meaningful. Rather than just offering shopping tips, each episode feels like sitting down with a fascinating friend who shares your passion for vintage, digging into the many layers of what it means to wear pre-owned fashion. You’ll hear from a diverse range of guests-from collectors and stylists to entrepreneurs and historians-as they explore not only personal style but also the practicalities of running a resale business, the complexities of the global second-hand market, and the environmental ethos behind choosing used over new. The heart of this podcast lives in those incredible stories: the serendipitous flea market find, the garment that carries a decade of memories, or the simple, powerful act of giving a piece a new life. Emily guides these discussions with genuine curiosity, making each topic accessible whether you're a seasoned thrifter or just curious about sustainable fashion. It’s a thoughtful, engaging look at how what we wear connects to culture, art, beauty, and the kind of mindful consumption that can reshape an industry. Tune in for a fresh perspective that celebrates the character, sustainability, and deep personal connection found in pre-loved fashion.
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