The marvel of vintage couture is none other than the esteemed Cameron Silver. Silver is the founder of the fashion staple Decades on Melrose with its modern sister Decades 2 right next door. Silver invited The Confessionals for a private look at his new treasures, and his newly launched denim line, Decades Denim.
How did your love of vintage commence?
I was recycling clothes in the mid 90s before it was even a trendy thing to do. I would go thrifting for men’s and women’s wear, just for fun. I loved the history behind clothes. Around 1995-97 it hadn’t even boomed yet. I had a good eye, and somehow I ended up educating most on how to thrift the proper way.
When did you open Decades?
I opened Decades about 13 years ago. I had collected so many clothes throughout the years. 2 years into it, I opened Decades 2 which my business partner Christos Garkinos runs.
When did you know you were successful at this?
Within the first 5 to 6 months of opening, stylists were calling for their celebrity clients.
Within the first 5 to 6 months of opening, stylists were calling for their celebrity clients.
How do you find your pieces?
Pieces are sent to me, I travel a lot, meet a lot of people, and I go to vintage auctions.
Are there any other locations?
Yes in London on Dover Street, and there is a pop up Decades 2 in NY.
Tell us about Decades denim that you recently launched
I’ve been wanting to for some time now. It will be the holiday collection and 125 to 500 stores will be carrying them. It will be premium denim, and it will retail for $99-$125. 11 styles, tuxedo jean, luxurious with a contemporary price point.
1-Hidden passion?
Singing, performing arts, I love theater
2- Favorite food?
Boring food. I hate spices. My typical meal is grilled salmon, with some vegetables on the side.
3- What makes you different from most Angelenos?
I don’t like cars too much, not into showy cars
4- Something ironic about you
I don’t have any closet space.
5-Tell us something most don’t know about your background
I used to be a Cabaret singer. I would perform in small theaters from Seattle to Orlando.
6-What did you study in school?
I received my Bachelors in Theater and Costume Design from UCLA.
7- How is your house decorated?
I have a Schindler house, clean and simple, with contemporary art. Oh and one more thing you should know, there is a massive painting of myself in my entrance that a friend of mine painted for me….don’t ask.
How Dorian Gray of you.
