Friday, October 25, 2013

Fashion Friday: How to style a vintage dress


Dress: Vintage | Cardigan: Costco | Boots: Bouquets (old)

I bought this vintage 1970s dress on Etsy about four years ago, but I've only worn it a handful of times since the color is most appropriate for fall. I love the pockets and the brass buttons, but it makes me look busty when I wear it alone.

Enter the black cardigan. I threw this on partly because I was freezing, but I think it and the black boots tie the look together and make it more modern.

If you're trying to style a vintage dress (or even one that you've had in your closet for years), try adding a cardigan or even a belt to add interest. It can change your entire outfit! I have a feeling this dress will get more wear now that I have a better way to style it.

Do you have any vintage dresses? How do you bring them into the 21st century?
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9 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 26, 2013 at 5:30 AM

    You look nice, and wherever you are looks very nice.

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  2. thorkgalOctober 27, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    I do have a vintage dress. I didn't buy it, it's one I've hung on to. I haven't tried it on in years, and I should. It's a light pink floral, but not to crazy. It's the cut that I like. It's June Clever-ish, though I don't have June's tiny waist. Ha.

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  3. thorkgalOctober 27, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Sorry, I know my grammar needs help... with the "to's". Don't kill me, I'm an art major. :)

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    1. LindsayOctober 28, 2013 at 12:48 AM

      You should definitely try your vintage dress on again, Connie! I bet it looks great on you. And I am not judging. You should see MY artwork. Terrible. :)

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  4. JanandJill.comOctober 28, 2013 at 3:34 AM

    I love this dress on you Lindsay and i know what you mean about Vintage dresses. Sometimes they're cut in a weird way or too long. I love how you added the sweater with it and I always add either modern jewelry and heels or a sweater like you. Great photos and I love the green earrings too.

    xoDale
    www.savvyspice.com

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  5. Elle SeesOctober 29, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    perfect fall dress and had no idea it was vintage! pretty.

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  6. today my wayOctober 29, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    I haven't got any vintage dresses (got to do something about it, I suppose :) but styling one would be a nice challenge. I really like you wearing yours, the colours, the feel, with your pretty dark hair, Lindsay xxx

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  7. Rod and Alex - aka: "Rolex"November 1, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    Love the vintage dress-especially with the boots! Totally cute!

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  8. JulesNovember 7, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    Um you look amazing??

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