One of the best parts of summer is the ability to peruse open air markets. Some states, have the luxury of having these all year round but for those of us with distinct winter months summer means outdoor markets. Farmer’s markets sell newly picked fruits, vegetables and fresh pies; tents sales are great for scoring those super sale snow boots necessary for maneuvering the icy, snowy, salty streets in December. But while digging through a bushel of apples and scoring name-brand winter wear is exciting, flea markets are where the real treasures can be found. Some flea market vendors push old household items for a low cost others, have old games, clothing and even jewelry. Cheap dishes and vases are as frequent as the cheap costume jewelry, but rummaging around and finding elusive pieces of antique jewelry makes the trip worthwhile. Especially, since those vintage items have found their way back in style again. Finding “Grandma” watches with slinky gold chains and big faces complement big, bright bangles of summer. Studded fake jeweled earrings or bracelets are the right touch to any sun dress to help transition from day to night – or beach to restaurant. My sister has a knack for finding beautiful antique pendants she simply pairs with a long chain while my mother’s pin obsession costs her only 25 cents. Personally, I like to try on every single ring and usually end up layering a few simple stone rings on top of one another. I also advise to keep an eye out for simple strands of pearls, every once in a while all the plastic fakes give way to a beautiful, authentic piece. At flea markets the jewelry has not been mass manufactured, cost over $50 and has already proven it can stand the tests of time – although it may need a swipe with shining polish.
Either way, warm weather brings flea markets, farmers markets, tent sales and easy on the wallet spending; especially when your price negotiating skills are as hot as the temperature.
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