In this episode of Too Young To Be Old, the Queen of Jeans, Diane Gilman, delves into the world of vintage fashion and explores the exciting shift toward pre-owned luxury as a new form of status symbol. Diane, a renowned fashion expert and television personality, is joined by the fascinating world of secondhand luxury, where chic meets sustainability. Diane has a keen eye for style, and her expertise shines through as she navigates through the ups and downs of the luxury market.

Key Topics Covered in the Episode:

What is Vintage as the New Luxury? Diane takes us on a journey through the evolving world of vintage fashion, highlighting how luxury brands have become increasingly exclusive and expensive. She discusses how pre-owned pieces, from high-end handbags to iconic scarves, are now sought after by those who value both the history and the quality behind these timeless pieces.

The Death of Luxury and Its Resale Revival 

With the rising prices of luxury goods, Diane explains how the concept of luxury is shifting. As brands consolidate and lose touch with their roots, the resale market for luxury goods is booming. Diane talks about the evolution of resale platforms and why secondhand luxury is no longer a taboo, but a savvy, sustainable, and stylish choice.

Why Vintage is a Smart and Sustainable Choice 

Diane dives into the environmental and social impact of buying secondhand fashion. She discusses how vintage luxury not only offers a more accessible alternative to high-end pieces but also contributes to sustainability efforts by promoting the recycling of fashion.

Actionable Insights and Strategies:

• How to Shop for Pre-Owned Luxury: Diane shares tips on how to navigate online resale platforms like The RealReal, Rebag, and Net-a-Porter to find the best deals on luxury goods.
• Styling Tips for Vintage Finds: Diane gives listeners valuable insights on how to incorporate vintage pieces into their wardrobe, from pairing a Birkin bag with jeans to styling luxury scarves with simple blazers.
• The Future of Fashion: Diane predicts how the luxury market will continue to evolve and why vintage will remain a major player in the fashion world.

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A fashion rule-breaker with millions of loyal fans, the charismatic pearl-haired, “Queen of Jeans,” Diane Gilman is 78 years young and embracing aging instead of fighting it. An inspiration for women embracing their third act, Diane is The top Tele-retailing brand globally who is just getting started, and not unlike many women’s stories, recognition for Diane came later in life with the launch of her DG2 Jeans line on HSN which has become the top tele-retailing brand globally, over $100 million dollars a year in retail sales domestically, could be seen on QVC UK, Italy, France, Australia & Canada. Her latest book, “Too Young to be Old,” is another compelling take on conquering life’s challenges and harnessing one’s own power to live a “third act” filled with dream-catching and fulfillment.

After 30 years of experience in front of the camera connecting with the baby boomer audience on television, Diane has set out to become a proaging advocate and a "Silver-haired Influencer". Through social media, YouTube and the launch of her podcast, Too Young To Be Old, Diane's goal is to educate and inspire the 50+ community in a range of lifestyle topics such as nutrition, health & wellness, fashion, beauty & skincare, and any other topics covering aging solutions.