Jackpot!

If you're broke like me and get a sugar-high whenever you hear or see the words "haute couture" and "affordable" in the same sentence then you might be interested in our little city's hottest (in my book) vintage store. The Paper Bag Princess is a dream come true for those of us in desperate need to find something luxurious and affordable.

ooWith a couple hundred bucks you could pick up a darling little purse, a brooch, a necklace, and maybe a pair of vintage Ferragamo flats if they fit! Or if small items don't entice you..try a designer-less dress...

I would never have found this intricate little piece had it not been for the sales staff. Despite some bad reviews, I thought the staff was pretty helpful. And the decor of the store? Stunning...it's rare that a store that sells so many vintage pieces keeps so clean and odour-free. I remember purchasing a faux-crocodile purse from one of the vintage stores at Kensington market and the bag smelled of old, dusty boxes for months! You can't pay top dollars for an old item that isn't taken care of properly. Like this next piece...

Chanel. Yes, Chanel. Jacket and pencil skirt - fit like a glove, timeless design (notice the oversized pockets here..look familiar to you?), gorgeous chain buttons, simple perfection.

ooI wish I could show you the bags they had in stock. Prada, Gucci, Ferragamo. And their "backroom" items? Seek and you shall know!

ooYes..the Paper Bag Princess is an over-stocked store with countless treasures from top to bottom but buyer beware...you need an imagination, a little patience, a discerning taste and a refined eye for details. Leave your TNA parka, uggz and speedy outside the door please!