Gianna Corvino of The NY Archive Thinks Getting Dressed 'Should Feel Like Making a Sandwich'

What’s old is new again! Gianna Corvino, founder of The NY Archive, the vintage destination adored by stars including Sabrina Carpenter, Hailey Bieber, Tate McRae, Ariana Grande, Lily Allen, Elizabeth Hurley, and Anne Hathaway, is giving summer style a nostalgic update.

Known for sourcing archival pieces for celebs and insiders alike, Corvino is expanding her once appointment-only showroom into a fashion warehouse designed to bring her finds and new brands together on May 31 in New York City.

"The NY Archive Collective really feels like the culmination of years of world-building," she tells ET.

"I wanted to create a permanent space where your childhood Barbie dream house meets your grown-up Sex and the City fantasy. From the zebra couches to the pink shelving lined with archival designer shoes and bags, every detail is intentional," the entrepreneur adds.

And while Carrie Bradshaw's wardrobe still dominates mood boards, Corvino's storefront will feature a rotating selection of curated vendors, allowing shoppers to easily mix trends from the past and present.

"The Collective allows us to create an entire fashion ecosystem," she explains.

"It's a place where people can complete the outfit, whether it's with jewelry, shoes, bags, vintage slips, contemporary pieces, 1930s blouses, or Y2K skirts."

For summer 2026, the New York native already knows which staples shoppers should be hunting for.

"I'm obsessed with slips from the '30s through the '60s, wrap skirts, terry cloth looks, capris, sequins, and beading for this summer," she says.

"People want to sparkle again in pieces that feel individual and glamorous."

And when it comes to getting dressed, Corvino has the perfect recipe. 

"Getting dressed should feel like making a sandwich. Keep one layer simple and classic and then add something outrageous or unexpected," she advises.

"The magic happens when you mix timeless basics with pieces that carry personality and history. If everything is archival and statement-making all at once, it can start to feel costume-y," she continues.

Her go-to combination: "Vintage denim, a white tank top, a vintage jacket, a mini bag and very broken-in Chanel ballet flats."

"I'm deeply sentimental, so even the imperfections become part of the story for me. The more memories attached to a piece, the more meaningful it becomes," she notes.

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