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Fans of vintage clothing will be pleased to hear that the vintage look is here to stay this is a style that doesn’t want to go away. This news is currently making fashionistas very happy as it means they can keep recycling their clothing and playing around with different looks and eras. Creating different vintage […]

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Buying vintage clothes online is an exciting way to sample the style and collected items that shopkeepers have gathered from around the world. Vintage shopping is a lot more fun when you have a variety of options at your disposal. Choosing which shops are worth the cost and ordering from can be a hassle though, […]

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When I think of classic fashion icons the names of Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy come to mind. They epitomised class and classic fashion. While some may say they were staid in comparison to some of their contemporaries,  I argue against that interpretation. While they didn’t push the envelope in terms of sexuality, […]

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Around her neck is the cinema’s greatest artefact of jewellery. While the screen bears the sadly true horrific depiction of a story that took place one hundred years ago, the necklace has no true identity. But from being the sole article worn during a portrait to the sinking of the ship, the Heart of the […]

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Retro is taking over the world. Everywhere you look there are retro-clothing pieces, retro stores and vaguely retro-inspired things. The trend seems to be focusing on the ’50s style dresses and vintage-styled swimsuits. Women are embracing flattering cuts, super cute patterns and the feminine style. Polka dots, florals, bows, chiffon and lace are a few […]

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There will be quite a few different trends coming your way this spring/summer 2013, but some are definitely more appealing than others. It’s time to say bye-bye to the fussy, furry clothing of autumn and winter and say hello to strongly structured tailoring inspired by the 1960s mod era. What Is The Mod Style? Mod […]

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One of the most exciting vintage trends to recreate is the retro 60s look. Feminine, flamboyant, exaggerated and fun this look is something everyone should try oh, beehive! Looking to complete your mod makeup with 1960s fashion? Look out for our article on 1960s mod fashion, which will be making an appearance very soon. But […]

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Over the last few years, leather satchel bags have become a popular trend amongst hipsters, vintage fashionistas, as well as and everyday people. They are gaining steam with audiences of all ages. Even men are catching on and using satchels as part of their daily wardrobe. It doesn’t matter if you are 15 or 45; […]

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Someone needs to tell those fake tanned orange women out there who reveal all their ‘assets,’ that sometimes simple beauty is the best. And who encapsulated simple, chic beauty more than Audrey Hepburn herself? More than half a decade after she first caught the public attention winning her first Oscar in 1954, Audrey is still […]

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It was used to attract suitors this historic dance of mating that even to this day continues in more modern ways. While we drop a napkin with our number on it or jot it on the inside of the matchbook, a lady who dropped this particular item was trying desperately to catch the eye of […]

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While we may think of outdated hairstyles as something to make fun of (the mullet, anyone?) they are actually an important part of popular culture and can tell us a lot about history – just as much as fashion can. We love our vintage hairstyles, so we thought we’d extend our love a little bit […]

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In the wintertime, vintage lace is a great way to bring the season into your everyday look. Lace is reminiscent of the unique beauty of snowflakes, especially vintage patterns and pieces. Why not add some fanciful lace to your look this winter? Humans have been enjoying making and wearing lace for literally thousands of years. […]

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