Fashion changes over the years as looks come and go, but classic vintage pieces never go out of style.
Whether you prefer to window-shop at trendy boutiques, frequent thrift stores for killer finds or surf the web for unique merchandise, vintage clothing is a way to bring out your individual style and show off your attention to detail.
- Vintage Boutiques: Many towns have vintage stores, or stores that specialize in quality used items, often on consignment. These stores are often very selective about the merchandise they accept. Though the clothing and accessories in these stores might be a little more expensive than usual second hand merchandise, buyers don’t need to spend as much time inspecting garments for flaws and tears. It may also be easier to find the specific clothing style you had in mind here, especially if you are going for a retro look from a certain decade. There will be a sales associate available to help you if you have any questions.
- Thrift Stores: Second hand shops are in most cases the least expensive places to find vintage clothing. These stores don’t deal exclusively in trendy vintage looks, so items are generally marked with lower prices than they would be at stores specializing in vintage goods. However, it may take a bit longer to find just what you are looking for, and if you do find the perfect item, you will need to thoroughly inspect its quality. Usually, flaws won’t go beyond small rips in fabric, missing buttons or easily fixable issues with accessories like missing clips or beads. If you don’t mind taking a little extra time to repair the piece, the flaw might work to your advantage in getting a lower price.
- The Internet: Many websites, such as Vintage Vixen, offer vintage clothing at reasonable prices. Searching the web for clothing is a convenient way to find just what you’re looking for without riffling through racks upon racks of merchandise. It’s also a great way to find inspiration in planning the perfect vintage look. The biggest disadvantage in buying any kind of clothing online is not being able to try it on; this can be a greater problem with vintage clothes because cuts and sizes have changed so much over the years. Luckily, many vintage clothing merchants include exact measurements of items along with sizes and provide images and details on cut and fit in the item descriptions. Another often overlooked place to find vintage deals online is eBay. It might take a bit more work to put a completed look together this way, but if you know exactly what you are looking for, you can search for it directly and look for the best price. Zuburbia “vintage clothing for contemporary women” provides tips and hints for finding vintage clothing deals online.
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