Where To Find The Best Vintage

Finding vintage womens clothing isn't easy when you're competing with thousands of

other ladies for gorgeous pieces from a bygone age - not to mention the difficulty of attempting to find anything in your own size!

Never fear; here are a few ways to find wonderful vintage clothes. No need to go to Paris, either - unless you want to, of course.

What Is Vintage?

Womens clothing has had a distinct style from era to era, and when that age has passed, it's inevitable that the next generation will suddenly become nostalgic for it. In general, clothes from the 1920s through the 1960s is considered vintage - everything before that is usually thought of as 'antique' (and also well-preserved).

Most vintage clothing has previously been worn, which means your first stop should always be:

Used Clothing Stores

Used clothing stores often have vintage pieces mixed in with other pieces that date from more modern times, so you may want to set aside a few hours to sift through everything on the rack. Go ahead and pull anything that looks vintage even if it's not in your size; you may well be able to pull off a trade as your quest for vintage continues.

There are remarkable ways to remove stains these days, so don't be discouraged if the pieces you find are stained or discolored. There are lots of articles online specifically teaching how to remove old stains from vintage women's clothing without damaging it, even delicate items like silk and lace. Speaking of online.

Online

There are some great places online to search for womens clothing; auction sites and vintage shops mean that you've essentially got lots of other people doing your shopping for you. This is a good place to effect a trade, too; if you pick up great vintage pieces that won't work for you at used stores, you can resell them online for a pretty penny, especially if you clean or repair them to look like new.

There are countless blogs devoted to vintage, and they can often help you find shops in your area that specialize in vintage as well as online resources worth checking out. You'll probably also pick up some tips on how to create a vintage look with your new finds; many of the blogs out there have truly talented women behind them and feature great pictures showing you how to create similar looks.

Vintage Specialty

This may seem like the most obvious choice, but there's a reason it's last on this list: vintage womens clothing can be extremely expensive at shops that specialise in nothing but. Usually this is where you'll find to-die-for perfectly restored or maintained pieces - always for a pretty penny. If you're looking for a specific piece, these shops are great resources, but expect to pay for the expertise and guidance.

That said, vintage specialty shops can be good even for the budget minded when it comes to smaller pieces like accessories, costume jewelry, hats, and shoes. You may even find a piece or two that needs a small repair job, and usually the price will be discounted as a result. Fix it up, throw it on, and enjoy your vintage find!

by: Silk And Sawdust

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