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Vintage Basics

Just starting out navigating the world of vintage shopping and collecting? There are some basic things you should know before diving into the local thrift shop or browsing a hip vintage boutique. Learn the benefits of incorporating vintage into your wardrobe, what to look for, and where to go.

Why Vintage?

Reasons why vintage shopping is a great option

Be Green, Save Green, Look Good

Wearing vintage clothing is recycling. Be green by wearing vintage clothes and save money too.

Definition of "Vintage"

A definition of the term "Vintage"

Vintage v. Thrift v. Consignment

Find out difference between the types of vintage retailers

The Best Vintage Clothing Blogs

No need to search high and low for vintage clothing blogs worth reading; here are the best of the best.

Used Clothing

Learn more about buying used clothing and read excepts from the book Secondhand Chic

How to Take Your Measurements

Helpful video that provides step by step instructions for taking your own body measurements.

The Vintage Fashion Guild

The authority on all things vintage

Vintage Clothing

Wikipedia article on Vintage Clothing

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