Timeless Fashions for the Vintage Lover

Magazine advertisements and editorials are full of innovative, creative styles. One of the clever details that many stylists as well as your average fashionable woman incorporates into outfits are vintage pieces. They give a twist to any look because of their older, classic yet unusual style that definitely makes a unique and interesting statement.

It can be difficult to come across authentic and fabulous vintage pieces in your average retail store unless you find a place that carries such items. There are very few stores that specialize in vintage, but there are actually quite a few stores right in front of us that are vintage fashion gold mines. You can even find older designer pieces that will always have value and symbolize a piece of fashion history.

An unexpected place to look is antique stores which can have a variety of great rare vintage fashions. That's right, among the furniture and art from past decades, most antique stores do have jewelry and accessories just waiting to be discovered.  Another no brainer is consignment stores which are another go to for vintage shopping. Estate sales and your grandmother or mother's closet could also be promising places to look as well.

Vintage jewelry, belts, handbags and shoes are great for adding some spice to a look and will definitely style up any outfit. Accessories can be used over and over again with different outfits to create a variety of beautiful chic looks. Since accessory pieces make up the accented details in an outfit, they aren't overwhelming and are a comfortable starting point for those who want to try out vintage wear.

On the other hand, you can create a bold look by pairing vintage clothing with more simple and current pieces. Wearing a vintage garment will really stand out and be the focus of an outfit since it is a different style and look than the rest.  

Vintage clothes that are best to look for include coats, blazers, tops, and dresses. Don't pick crazy looking, odd fitting, way out dated styles that are known for their not so glamorous past. Make sure the clothing is still stylish as well as wearable by having a flattering shape and fit, or you can tailor them if necessary. Such pieces are easily worn and can be styled with up to date items for a fashion forward look.

Whether you accessorize a look by adding vintage pieces, or make vintage clothing the heart of an outfit, they will undoubtedly make a bold and original statement that will grab attention.

Every wardrobe should have older styles to create inventive and fashionable new looks!