Reusing and repurposing old items makes perfect sense to former design editor Rebecca Wong. It not only gives them a new lease of life, but also preserves the rich history behind them, and minimises the environmental impact – a cause dear to Rebecca’s heart. As a result, it was only natural that she joined her father Winston Wong in the stewardship of By My Old School, a vintage shop selling a variety of homewares and other items he has collected over the years. It is a portal to the Singapore of yesteryear, with a veritable treasure trove of relics from a forgotten era. Vintage luggage and signs, kopitiam cups and kopi socks, and other items jostle for room, each bearing its own unique history. The shop has such a magnetic draw that it’s almost impossible to just stop for a quick browse. Visitors spend a lot of time perusing the collection, and Rebecca is happy to share the stories behind each item. She talks about what it’s like to be a collector.
WHAT DRAWS YOU TO THE BUSINESS?
Collecting is in my blood! Almost all of my dad’s siblings are collectors or have an artistic inclination. People collect because they appreciate the artistic value of an item, whether it’s the design, the material or the craftsmanship, or all three. I appreciate the stories behind the items, too. Each tells a story of the era in which it was made and the way of life then.
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