Style Me Mena shares her passion as a stylist to give you the confidence and inspiration you need to look good, feel good, and do good. She believes in celebrating your individuality; what you say, wear, and do should honour who you are and what you stand for.
“What you wear is how you present yourself to the world. Fashion is instant language,” said Miuccia Prada, the iconic Italian designer whose words perfectly capture the transformative power of clothing. Fashion is not just fabric; it’s a reflection of our identity, an unspoken narrative of each individual.
In a world of fast fashion that churns out trends faster than we can keep up with them, vintage stores have played a significant role in preserving and curating timeless fashion, allowing the art of style and design to live on. Full Circle Vintage, a prime example of this, has been in business for almost 13 years. Sarah DeLuca and Julia Mohamed, the mother/daughter duo who own Full Circle Vintage, have been maintaining and curating pieces from 40 different years of styles. Julia says, “We carry pieces for every style and aesthetic, so the pieces we take are very different for each person. We try to cater to our customers’ specific wants and needs, but in our shop, there’s a little bit of everything, so no matter your style, we probably have something for you.”
As the seasons shift and wardrobes transition, we turn to Mena Biafora-Vincelli—better known as Style Me Mena—for her expert advice on incorporating vintage into your fall lineup. “When shopping vintage, pay attention to fabric thickness and stitching—it’s all about quality,” she emphasizes. Mena is a firm believer in the power of accessories: “Vintage belts, jewelry, scarves, hats, and sunglasses elevate an outfit without overpowering it. They let your vintage piece shine.” Her approach is more than just about looking good; it’s about feeling good, too. “When you look good, you feel good, and that confidence carries over into all aspects of your life,” Mena says.
Next time you step into Full Circle Vintage (1352 Wyandotte St E), remember Mena’s advice: “Be open to experimentation. Pair a vintage coat with your classic little black dress. It’s the perfect balance of modern and retro, offering a chic, personalized style. It’s a journey, so enjoy the process.”
With Mena and Full Circle Vintage as your guides, mastering fall fashion becomes less about trends and more about expressing your individuality.