Vintage finds & runway dreams: monacco dunn's eclectic style

Collector Monacco Dunn, a 20-something artist and model based in Stockholm, expertly curates a world of vintage treasures, revealing a personal style deeply rooted in history and a refreshing rejection of fleeting trends.

A parisian purchase & a journey through time

Dunn’s latest acquisition? A silk and silk satin dress, likely from the 1920s or 1930s, sourced during a trip to Paris. This isn't mere shopping; it's an immersion in narratives woven into fabric.

Growing up in a secluded town in Northern Ontario, surrounded by books on medieval times and her grandfather’s collection of artifacts, Dunn developed a fascination with the past. Her grandfather’s tales of a “fairy forest” and the presence of a parrot named Socrates ignited a childhood of imaginative play.

She credits a childhood prophecy from her stepmother's mother – a vision of Dunn on the Paris runways – as a catalyst for her modeling career. A bold move, she embraced the world of fashion, navigating the often-rigid expectations of the industry.

Dunn's approach to vintage is distinctly intuitive. She favors pieces with intricate details, a sense of history, and a connection to her inner self.