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Vintage Events Abroad
International Vintage and Fairs, Expos, and Shows

By Ashley Kane, About.com

If you happen to be abroad there are lots of great opportunities to buy vintage clothing at fairs

UK Vintage Events

London Vintage Fashion Textiles and Accessories Fair

This fair takes place on Sundays about every five to six weeks in London at either the Hammersmith Town Hall or Olympia Hilton hotel. Admission is £10.00 for early birds and £5.00 after 10:00 a.m. Each fair features about 100 vendors from the UK and abroad. For more details visit www.pa-antiques.co.uk

Frock Me! Vintage Fashion Fair

Located in both Chelsea and Brighton, the Frock Me! Vintage Fashion Fair is held between 4 to 6 Sundays each year. A highlight to this event is the Tea Room which serves tea, coffee, and snacks in a pre-war setting which includes vintage china and vintage clothed staff. Admission is under £5.00 and they offer a student discount with ID. Up to date information about these events can be found at Frock Me Vintage Fashion

Other International VIntage Events

The Way We Wear Fairs, Australia

Several fairs held between June and October every year in various Austrailian hubs like Melborurne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Inspired by London's legendary vintage fairs, the Australian fairs were born in 2006 and continue to grow. Dates and locations vary so check www.thewaywewearfairs.com.au for the most current information.

Bakåt:Framåt (Backward-Forward), Stockholm, Sweeden

A series of 4 seasonal fairs held annually in Stockholm. The Bakåt:Framåt fairs offer exhibitors from both Swedish and international sellers of vintage clothes, shoes, and accessories. Admission is 60 kr (under $10), and booths are cash only. Check www.Bakåt:Framåt.se for upcoming dates.

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