Starter Service Kit
This is the entry point for anyone who wants to begin caring for their vintage finds properly. The Starter Service Kit is a small, practical bundle that covers the essentials: a gentle fabric brush, a set of spare vintage-style buttons, and a short printed guide on how to assess the condition of a garment before you wash or wear it.
We put this kit together because most of the pieces in our catalog arrive with a story but also with a few years of wear. A loose seam here, a missing button there, a bit of dust in the lining. The kit gives you the tools to handle those small issues at home, without needing a tailor for every little thing.
What you can expect from the kit:
- A soft horsehair brush that lifts dust and lint from wool, corduroy, and heavier cottons without pulling at the fibers.
- Six assorted buttons in muted tones — cream, amber, and deep brown — that match the hardware commonly found on 60s and 70s garments.
- A fold-out care card with quick checks for fabric type, dye stability, and seam strength, written in plain language.
- A small cotton pouch to keep the tools together, sized to fit in a drawer or a travel bag.
The kit is meant for the first few months with a new piece. It does not replace professional cleaning or repair, but it handles the everyday maintenance that keeps a garment wearable. If you are unsure whether a piece needs more than a brush and a button, the care card includes a simple test to help you decide when to call in a specialist.
Each kit is assembled by hand in our studio, and we include a note with the name of the person who packed it. It is a small thing, but it keeps the process personal, the same way we choose the pieces for the catalog.
If you are starting your vintage wardrobe and want a straightforward way to keep your first few finds in good shape, the Starter Service Kit is a sensible first step. It is also a useful gift for someone who has just begun collecting.