It’s Tax Day and that means that some people are panicked and in a mad rush to get their tax returns stamped by the Post Office before it closes. The good news for them is that many Post Office branches will be open late to accommodate the folks who wait to file until the last possible minute. Meanwhile, millions of other Americans are basking in the knowledge that their returns were signed, sealed and delivered weeks ago.

And just as we break down into the early-birds and the last-minute maniacs when it comes to our taxes, I find that we break down into those same two groups when it comes to fashion.

For example, consider today’s VPOD, a fantastic vintage 1930s ruffled knit cape. The fashion early-bird will take one look and, even though it’s the middle of April, will snatch it now for her fall 2010 wardrobe. After all, capes, capelets and cloaks were a definite fall fashion trend and this is a one-of-a-kind beauty!

The last-minute fashionista, on the other hand, will wait until the weather turns chilly before turning her thoughts to outerwear and will likely pay a premium price for delaying her purchase until the peak of demand.

The early-bird may get the worm but this is a far more delicious find for an early-bird vintage fashionista!

Available at Closet Case Vintage.

P.S. So which one are you–an Early Bird or a Last Minute Maniac?

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