Vintage clothing is an excellent way to invest in a piece that you can keep forever. This unique, high-quality piece will make you stand out in the crowd, without any chance of finding somebody wearing the same you are.
If you like a vintage style but not sure where to start, this guide can help you:
Know where to Shop
To make sure you end up buying genuine vintage clothes, shop from a reputable dealer you can find both online and in brick and mortar shops. You can also ask a friend or family member if they have any vintage pieces in their wardrobes that they don’t want to use anymore. If you are new to vintage clothing, stay away from online auction websites and car boot sales. Spend time rummaging around in charity shops for great bargains.
Concentrate on the Modern Styles
When buying vintage clothes, focus on not looking retro that you look like you are wearing a costume. Rather, focus on the contemporary styles on the high streets and dress your decade that suits your body type. If you have narrow shoulders, purchase the 1940s. The 70s styles suit you if you are slim. If you love bold patterns, look for the 1990s. Even the French work jacket style is something worth considering.
Rework Existing Vintage Clothes
Although vintage lovers do not approach of changing vintage clothing, there are exceptions. The 1970s Polyester maxi dresses dominate the world. Thus, you may easily find one for sale that you love and fits. You can prefer to pay a seamstress to change it if you want the clothing to be a more flattering mid-calf length.
Size Up the Piece
Vintage sizes do not resemble modern sizes because British women, in general, have increased in size with every generation and clothing manufacturers have made adjustments to the labels accordingly. Generally, a vintage UK 14 label is not a modern UK 10. The majority of vintage shops have done this for you though and will state the size of the item for a modern figure.
Fee the Fabric
Polyester clothing can be worn only in the evening for short periods because it gets too sweaty quickly. You can look for silks, cottons, denims, and linens because you can wear them all day long. Make sure to touch the clothing to see if it still has life in it. You don’t want to buy something that falls apart on you.
