Every piece has a story. My job is tracking it down.
I'm Carissa, and Carissa's Collection is where my magpie instincts became a business. It's my Pacific Northwest shop for vintage jewelry, storied textiles, and curiosities — beautiful old things, honestly described. I hunt down vintage and antique pieces, from everyday wear to the strange and spectacular, and every piece is researched, tested, cleaned, and sold with its story.
How I work
I research every piece, test materials when it matters, report condition honestly, and clean everything before it ships. When I do not know something, I say so. Each listing is a dossier, not a sales pitch. I am as interested in the mystery as the merchandise — if you buy from me, you get the full story along with the object. That is the whole point.
Get in touch
Questions about a piece, or hunting for something specific? Email me at CarissaBuchananCollection@gmail.com — and browse the Store to see what's in the collection now.