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How to Dress in Vintage
12/27/2007
I am often asked how I am able to dress in vintage and still look in-style and fashionable. I think the easiest way to dress vintage is to begin by selecting one item per day and try it with your existing wardrobe - experiment but don't over do it. After you begin to learn what you love and what works with your look, you will find that it is easy to supplement with additional pieces.
Where do you find the perfect vintage hat, clothing and accessories?
The best sources for vintage hats, jewelry, handbags and clothing are specialty shops. A regular relationship with a dealer is perhaps one of your most valuable assets. A knowledgeable dealer will look for unique items in your size and style. Jewelry, handbags, shawls, scarves compacts, and other accessories can be the easiest way to dress with a vintage flare.
There is something very romantic about wearing treasured once loved accessories. A unique brooch or bracelet that is no longer available is usually noticed by others for their rare quality.
When you do make the decision to purchase a lovely piece of vintage costume jewelry, keep your investment in tip top condition. Dont soak these pieces because moisture can loosen stones. It is best to clean the surfaces with a small bit of window cleaner or jewelry cleaner on the end of a cotton ball or a Q-tip.
A Vintage Tiara seeks out only vintage finds that have been maintained in smoke free environments. A Vintage Tiara also invests in proper cleaning before we sell to our customers. However, if you have the opportunity to obtain a piece that you love from another course, it is best to have your items cleaned by a professional cleaning firm skilled in costume cleaning. Experience in cleaning fragile costumes will ensure that your special find is handled with care.
And, finally, the most important advice that I can give you in collecting and dressing vintage is..if you see something that you like, buy it! It is likely that the next time you look, the item will be gone. Your wardrobe and your home can be as eye catching and charming as you wish. Enjoy your hunt and shop with A Vintage Tiara for those unique romantic finds.
Gigi
Where do you find the perfect vintage hat, clothing and accessories?
The best sources for vintage hats, jewelry, handbags and clothing are specialty shops. A regular relationship with a dealer is perhaps one of your most valuable assets. A knowledgeable dealer will look for unique items in your size and style. Jewelry, handbags, shawls, scarves compacts, and other accessories can be the easiest way to dress with a vintage flare.
There is something very romantic about wearing treasured once loved accessories. A unique brooch or bracelet that is no longer available is usually noticed by others for their rare quality.
When you do make the decision to purchase a lovely piece of vintage costume jewelry, keep your investment in tip top condition. Dont soak these pieces because moisture can loosen stones. It is best to clean the surfaces with a small bit of window cleaner or jewelry cleaner on the end of a cotton ball or a Q-tip.
A Vintage Tiara seeks out only vintage finds that have been maintained in smoke free environments. A Vintage Tiara also invests in proper cleaning before we sell to our customers. However, if you have the opportunity to obtain a piece that you love from another course, it is best to have your items cleaned by a professional cleaning firm skilled in costume cleaning. Experience in cleaning fragile costumes will ensure that your special find is handled with care.
And, finally, the most important advice that I can give you in collecting and dressing vintage is..if you see something that you like, buy it! It is likely that the next time you look, the item will be gone. Your wardrobe and your home can be as eye catching and charming as you wish. Enjoy your hunt and shop with A Vintage Tiara for those unique romantic finds.
Gigi