Nicole Burnett

Nicole Burnett is the founder and publisher of Pretty Nostalgic, a British vintage lifestyle magazine.1 Her career path to magazine publishing is quite unique and interesting:

Educational Background

Nicole holds a BA (Hons) in History of Design with Art History from Manchester Metropolitan University and an MA in Museum Studies from Leicester University.2 Interestingly, she does not have formal qualifications in journalism or publishing.2

Career Journey

1. Museum Curator: Nicole spent 15 years working as a professionally-qualified museum curator, utilizing her background in design and art history.3

2. Vintage Shop Owner: After her museum career, Nicole changed paths and opened a vintage shop.3

3. Magazine Founder: Eventually, Nicole founded Pretty Nostalgic, transitioning it from a vintage dealing business to a magazine.1

Pretty Nostalgic Magazine

Nicole describes Pretty Nostalgic as a bi-monthly vintage lifestyle magazine that celebrates everything brilliantly British.2 The magazine focuses on:

• Vintage, traditional, and sustainable ways of living
• Original, well-researched content
• Specially commissioned artwork, illustrations, and photographs
• Genuine vintage images from their own archive

Philosophy and Approach

Nicole's approach to publishing is unconventional:

• She views the magazine as a "2D curated exhibition" rather than a traditional publication.2
• Her lack of formal training in journalism or publishing has allowed her to break traditional rules and conventions in magazine production.2
• The magazine's core philosophy is "Spend wisely, waste less and appreciate more".1

Nicole's unique background and passion for vintage lifestyle have shaped Pretty Nostalgic into a distinctive publication in the magazine industry.