| Some people think of thrift shops as carrying grungy | | | | case.’ They also tend to take good care of their |
| old clothes that no one wants because they’re | | | | clothing, so the articles have less wear, no stains, and |
| no longer wearable. Although that can be the case | | | | so on. In those shops, it’s not unusual to find |
| with certain thrift shops – I’ve been in some | | | | vintage clothing and shoes that have obviously never |
| that pile everything into bins you don’t even | | | | been worn. |
| want to look through because you know the | | | | 3. Unless you’re ready to have something |
| chances of finding anything you’d even consider | | | | altered, or are handy that way yourself, don’t |
| wearing are next to none - there are millions of | | | | get something that isn’t quite right. You’ll |
| beautifully-dressed women all over America that are | | | | end up with a closet full of great clothes that you |
| wearing vintage clothing. | | | | can’t wear - while you still wander around in |
| How do you become one of the latter? Here are five | | | | jeans and t-shirts. |
| tips for vintage clothing success. | | | | 4. Unless you find something you really want at least |
| 1. If you’re one of those women who think | | | | half the time you shop at particular vintage clothing |
| wearing something that belonged to someone else is | | | | store, don’t bother going there anymore. Your |
| unthinkable - get over it. Really. I’ve met many | | | | time is better spent finding another shop that |
| women who dress like a million bucks; so stylish and | | | | inevitably has something you like. |
| unique I can’t resist commenting. They then tell | | | | 5. Don’t forget to shop online. There are vintage |
| me they shop in thrift stores, and share their | | | | clothing dealers on the Internet that have great |
| favorites. I make a bee-line in that direction at my | | | | products. If you find one that offers specific |
| first opportunity. | | | | measurements, lots of good photos and so on, you |
| 2. Go to shops in the best areas of town. When | | | | can get something that’s just right for you |
| people donate their unwanted clothing, or put it up | | | | without ever having to leave home. |
| for consignment, they generally do so in a nearby | | | | With the economy being in bad shape and money a |
| shop. People in the more affluent areas usually have | | | | little tight, clothing is likely to be one of the first |
| better quality clothes in the first place and if | | | | things cut from your budget. But that doesn’t |
| something doesn’t look good on them or | | | | mean you can’t look great. With vintage fashion, |
| doesn’t fit properly, they tend to get rid of it | | | | you can find great outfits at a fraction of the price. |
| immediately rather than keeping it around ‘just in | | | | |