Hayley Ninnis is a customer service representative at Hunt Auctions, where she registers bidders for sports memorabilia auctions and responds to all customer inquiries, among other responsibilities. This past June, Hayley Ninnis helped organize the Hunt Auctions event at Yankee Stadium, which featured a record-breaking sale.
The item that made headlines at the event was a Babe Ruth New York Yankees jersey. It sold for $5.64 million, which broke the previous record for the most expensive piece of sports memorabilia. Coincidentally, the previous record belonged to a Ruth jersey from 1920 that sold for $4.4 million. The jersey sold at the recent auction was from 1928-30 and was part of a larger collection of items related to "The Great Bambino." A member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Ruth began his baseball career with the Boston Red Sox in 1914 and played with the Yankees from 1920 to 1934. The seven-time World Series winner led all MLB players in home runs in 12 separate seasons. He retired in 1935 with 714 home runs, 2,214 RBI, and a .342 batting average. He's also the league's all-time leader in slugging percentage (.690) and on-base plus slugging percentage (1.164).
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A 2016 graduate of Pennsylvania State University with a degree in psychology, Hayley Ninnis pursues a diverse range of hobbies in her free time. Fascinated with vintage accessories since she was young, Hayley Ninnis is an avid collector of vintage clothing and jewelry, which she sells through her Etsy shop Hayley’s Vintage Clothing and Jewelry.
Vintage collecting can be a rewarding hobby, especially with a few simple rules. First, it’s important to note the difference between “vintage” and “used.” Vintage clothing is high quality and of cultural significance. It remains relevant due to its timeless style. Novice vintage shoppers might stick to wardrobe staples, such as a little black dress or a well-made cardigan, pieces that are versatile and simple. To ensure the quality of a piece, hold it up to the light and inspect for worn fabric, burst seams, or moth holes. After purchasing a vintage piece, proper care is essential. Store garments in cool, dry place, and use padded hangers instead of plastic. After each wear, clean or air out the piece before storing. Soon to be certified in power vinyasa yoga, Hayley Ninnis has an interest in integrative yoga therapy. Hayley Ninnis also owns an Etsy shop, an outlet she uses to express her love of fashion by selling vintage clothing and jewelry.
When purchasing vintage clothing, a person should understand what the term “vintage” means. Unlike thrift store clothing, vintage items hold historical or cultural significance that bring value to a piece. It also highlights a specific style that is deemed timeless, such as beaded cardigans and little black dresses. Costly, vintage apparel takes time to evaluate for quality. Buyers should use their best judgment when touching clothing to determine if life remains in the fabric. Faded garments or those that look cracked or pulled should be avoided. Extra investments can be made to tailor a piece to fit, but brittle and dry fabrics cannot be salvaged. Likewise, alterations only work on specific items, so awareness of body proportions while shopping helps one purchase garments that fit or will fit properly. Hayley Ninnis lives in the Philadelphia area, where she pursues a variety of interests. Among Hayley Ninnis’ passions is collecting and selling vintage clothing.
Many people may be interested in adding some fun and interesting vintage pieces of clothing to their wardrobe. However, with so many different types of clothes and styles to choose from, they may be unsure where to begin. When getting started with collecting vintage clothing, there are a number of things to keep in mind. First of all, get a tape measure and take your measurements. This is important in order to find clothing that fits right. Clothes makers from other eras frequently used different sizing methods, so the size listed on a vintage item’s tag might not correspond with modern sizing. Sometimes vintage clothes don’t even have tags. When buying items online, also check the measurements to make sure you get something that will fit. In addition, consider your body type when deciding on an item. Different eras have different types of silhouettes, and not all of them flatter all body types. Full skirts look best on people with an hour glass or pear-shaped figure, for example, while baby-doll style dresses look best on people with straight figures or who have shoulders that are wider than the hips. Keeping this in mind will help you build a collection of interesting pieces that look good on you, and it can prevent the frustrating experience of buying or trying on items that are unflattering. |
AuthorA psychology undergraduate at The Pennsylvania State University, Hayley Ninnis seeks to combine her psychological training with her background in art and yoga. Archives
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