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Staff Picks from the Designer Goods Charity Collection

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.26.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
A woman in a designer hat is surrounded by an assortment of luxury goods and designer fashions | BRG

It's not often that we acquire such an outstanding single owner collection of designer fashion, jewelry, and luxury goods. The fact that the collection's owner is donating all her proceeds to two animal rescue charities is an extraordinary bonus! Learn more.

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Four Reasons to Love the Single Owner Designer Goods Charity Collection

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.19.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
BRG's rare Burberry glove leather gladiator trench coat (item #232986) | BRG

When a former NYC opera singer and lifetime collector of luxury goods, designer fashions, and jewelry downsizes her collection to donate her proceeds to charity, people take notice. BRG is there to help with this sale which benefits two animal rescue charities: Horse Plus Humane Society and Rescue Dogs Rock NYC. Learn more.

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The Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces in Greenwich, CT

City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 10.01.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
Various items inside an antique and vintage consignment shop | BRG

Are you an antique enthusiast looking for unique and timeless pieces to add to your collection? Look no further than Greenwich, CT! With a rich history and affluent population, Greenwich offers a plethora of estate sales, antique shops, vintage boutiques, and consignment stores that are sure to satisfy your shopping cravings. Here are some of the best places to shop for estate, antique, vintage, and consignment pieces in Greenwich, CT.

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Bridgehampton, NY Time Capsule Home - Part II - 50 Reasons to 'I Spy' the Estate of Jay Paul

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.24.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
BRG presents it's estate collection of Jay Paul version of I Spy. | BRG

Who says only children can enjoy a good ‘I spy’ game? In the BRG estate version of I Spy, we take a look at a June 1982 edition of House in the Hamptons magazine article featuring the fabulous Bridgehampton, NY home of Jay Paul. What you can spy with your grown-up eye?

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Bridgehampton, NY Time Capsule Home - Estate of Jay Paul - Part I

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.21.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

Pristine white sand beaches. Elegant restaurants. Posh dinner parties. Outrageous beach bashes. Multi-million dollar waterfront homes. Such was the 1980's summer lifestyle for jet setters and NYC yuppies. Locals, however, enjoyed a quieter pace – choosing to settle permanently into Long Island’s East End. One such person included Jay R. Paul who designed and built his own French villa paradise in Bridgehampton.

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13 Must-Haves for Your Home’s Nautical Theme With Memo Faraj

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.29.22 | Tam Tran
 | BRG

Artist and interior decorator, Memo Faraj, loves sourcing vintage decor and art. His home's style features nautical themes with over 100 pieces in his collection. But it's just one element of his style. See Memo's 13 top picks for a nautical inspired design aesthetic.

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Raleigh's Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces

City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 02.28.22 | Connor Lemieux
 | BRG

If you are asking where to find antiques near Raleigh or places to shop for the best antique and vintage finds, the Raleigh area has what you want! From vintage pieces, antique furniture, fine furniture and decorative accents to luxury designer fashion and jewelry, we have some of the best places in Wake County to shop luxury estate sales, antiques, vintage, and consignments at non-retail prices.

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I Do: Vintage Engagement Ring Do's & Dont's

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 02.04.22 | Courtney Tannler
 | BRG

Romance is in the air. There’s no better time than the present to start thinking about popping the question. If you or someone you know is ready to propose, it's a great time to consider vintage engagement rings. Check out these do's and don'ts when shopping for vintage, antique, and heirloom engagement rings.

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If You're Into High Fashion and Designer Accessories, You Need to See this Lifetime Collection of a Former Supermodel

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.08.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
August 1972 cover of Cosmopolitan featuring supermodel Kathy Speirs-Puccio | BRG

Throughout her acting and modeling career Kathy Speirs-Puccio collected, wore, and kept only the finest in designer fashion and accessories. Her passion for high design continued through the end of her life. In fact, her residence had full rooms dedicated to her clothing and fashion accessories. Take a look at the life and estate collection of Kathy Speirs-Puccio.

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Top Care & Storage Tips for Your Vintage Designer Handbag

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.01.21 | Courtney Tannler
Vintage Gucci leather handbag with dust cover bag for storage | BRG

You’ve just treated yourself and bought a luxurious designer bag. Whether it's your first large purchase or a new addition to your existing vintage collection, you want know how to best care for your new favorite shoulder buddy. We have some basic tips for care and storage of fine designer handbags.

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