1. Style

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 Right Vintage for Your Body Type
Which Era is Best for Your Shape

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

Colors and Patterns of Bakelite
The world of bakelite isn't as intimidating as it may seem. One part of understanding it better is to know the terminology for colors and patterns. Knowing how to recognize the colors of bakelite will make it easier to identify and distinguish from other vintage plastics.

Share Your Favorite Vintage Style Blog - What is Vintage Style Blog D…
Share Your Favorite Vintage Style Blog - What is Vintage Style Blog Do You Love?

How to Take Your Measurements
Helpful video that provides step by step instructions for taking your own body measurements.

Vintage Clothing
Wikipedia article on Vintage Clothing

Antiques Roadshow Vintage Tips

Vintage Tumblr Pages - Vintage Related Tumblrs You Should Follow
Tumblr is one of the newest, fastest growing social media sites out there. If you're unfamiliar, it mixes the succinctness and ease of Twitter, the niche community aspect of old Livejounal (if you remember those), the personalization and customization of Myspace, and the commenting/like functions of Facebook. The result is a vast selection of...

8 Great 80's Dresses

©2013 About.com. All rights reserved.