The Manhattan Vintage Show is not for sensitive shoppers. It’s like the Coachella of vintage fairs. You have to wear comfortable footwear, hydrate at 15-minute intervals, dress to be taken seriously and bring a wad of cash. I can’t be sure of course but I never spotted any inebriated people – though plenty of loony bins – so leave the drugs at home. You’ll be delirious as soon as you walk in!

So if you feel like you’ve got the stomach for it and want to splurge on some of the most incredible vintage in the world under one roof, next friday and Saturday is your time to go mental. I am giving away 3 free tickets to my readers. Please comment on this page with your e-mail address and we will pick 3 random names on Thursday!

But don’t say I didn’t warn you!