Terrorism, war, global recessions, and The Jersey Shore - we don't have to tell you the 21st century sucks. Maybe that's why we're into looking backward right now, whether it's watching Don Draper throw back old-fashioneds or the Earl of Grantham scowl theatrically. Thanks to vintage stores, we can stack our closets with threads from better decades to wash away those 2013 blues.

Welcome to "Meet the Mayor," a segment in which we interview local Foursquare Mayors in their natural habitats.

Boomerangs (Jamaica Plain)
Rebeca Oliveira

Best thing you've ever gotten at Boomerangs?
For "grown-up" clothes, a $10 cashmere sweater. Last time I was there, I very nearly purchased a $15 sequined pink jacket.