As professional organizers a large percentage of our days are spent in our client’s closets. People that love clothes tend to have a lot of clothing. We spoke with Charles Moschos from Ridgefield Vintage for some fashion insights.

For the busy homeowners, what is Ridgefield Vintage?

Ridgefield Vintage is a Clothing and Lifestyle store, featuring new, used, and vintage Menswear and Womenswear. We also sell home goods and vinyl records, etc.

What was your path to this store, how did you think of it?

I worked in retail, and specifically menswear, in NYC for nearly ten years. I worked in some great stores, and the best stores were where the physical location really nailed the aesthetic considering the neighborhood, offering, and clientele. Also seeing many of the sides of retail being starting as a personal shopper, then getting into store management and buying, really helped shape my lens in how I see a store working. Also growing up my Uncle had a Men’s store in Boston, MA. So since my early childhood I really loved the idea of having a curated space offering a lifestyle.

Do you purchase clothing directly from people, if so what is the process?

Most of the offerings in the store are my personal collection that I’ve put together and kept over the years working in the industry. But I also have always had the Vintage shopping bug and pick up great pieces when I see them. As the store evolves I would be looking to get some key brands in as well, wholesale. But the Vintage in Ridgefield Vintage will always be part of telling the story of classic refined garments. @ridgefieldvintage on instagram is the best and most up to date way to find out what we up to. Also Ridgefieldvintage.com…we will be listing items for sale shortly.

What are some of the pieces you find most interesting that you have sold?

Well, if you knew me you would know that Ralph Lauren is a God to me. And so since I was a little kid, when my mother was dressing me in their polo shirts, I’ve had an appreciation for RL clothing and the Americana lifestyle it creates. Whether new or 30yr old vintage pieces, I’ve had some great Ralph Lauren pieces that have sold. For example some of the original Polo Sport technical pieces, like jackets and accessories, or Polo Country shirts with certain prints, and RL sweaters. Also older Barbour waxed cotton jackets that tell a story with how the coat wears over the years….so many great pieces I could go on and on.