Curated vintage collections with stories of their own

As Seen In

A Stylish Life & Legacy Capsule Collection

The Mary Sabbatino Edit

It’s with great honor that we present, The Mary Sabbatino Edit.

An exclusive curation from Mary’s personal archive and a master class in taste.

Shop Mary’s Archive

Born in Brooklyn in 1922, Mary Sabbatino was a second generation Italian immigrant who lived a fabulous life with style and generosity.

She studied fashion design at Brooklyn’s Girls Commercial High School in 1940 and went on to become a fashion buyer for children’s clothes in the 40s-50s.

After she became a wife & mother, Mary took to honing her craft as a talented seamstress, homemaker, friend, choir singer, & volunteer. She believed in the art of a hand-written note, a baked plum tart, and perfectly sewn seam.

Our collections are released in volumes with original plots & capsules with special backstories. Each garment & accessory is personified through the characters in that story.

Get to know the narrative behind your piece

Personal Shopping

Book an appointment for a 1:1 personal shopping experience with The Founders.

Allow us to welcome you into our Brooklyn studio and curate a custom vintage edit just for you.

Starting at — $50

We find the pieces that make you wonder where they’ve been, who was a part of their journey, and how you ever lived without them.

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