Vintage Quest

Every Sunday, Los Angeles’ most fervent apostles of thrifty DIY style descend on the corner of Melrose and Fairfax, where over 200 independent vendors flaunt recycled furniture, fashion and the occasional oddity. The Melrose Trading Post, supervised by the Fairfax High School administration in conjunction with the Greenway Arts Alliance, is where the cult of cut-and-sew comes to shop, schmooze. Don’t be fooled by their blasé demeanors as they peruse the booths: The MTP patrons are all too eager to pose for the camera and break down the components of their outfits. We spent a sunny afternoon chasing our favorite market-goers from vendor to vendor for the perfect snapshot.

Cardi

Wears: Vintage romper from Dandy Vintage, Alternative Apparel tank, Salvage LA necklackes and Converse shoes

Loves: "Making things [Salvage LA is her own line] and making money."

Frederik, Anders and Stine

Frederik wears: Vintage button-down, T-shirt, harem pants and sandals; Ralph Lauren sunglasses

Anders wears: Vintage button-down, T-shirt and shorts; Casio watch; Gucci sunglasses and sandals

Stine wears: H&M button-down, Filippa K shorts and Onitsuka Tiger by Asics sneakers

All love: "The range of items here. I'ts a great spot for unique finds."

Johnique, Daniel and Alfred

Johnique wears: Vintage Gunne Sax dress, vintage jewelry and Zodiac boots 

Daniel wears: Vintage vest and button-down, Levi's jeans, vintage Weeds boots and 1950s Ray-Bans

Alfred wears: Vintage button-down, necktie, jeans and boots

They love: "The diversity of people, art and music here. And, of course, the poochies."