Cheap Vintage/Retro Clothes: Is It Worth It? [CC]

[@Loungemermaid]

'My blind eye is weeping and I don't know why' sounds like a line from an indie song or something:)

[@donnabailey2693]

You are so pretty, I enjoyed this video because I am looking for vintage clothing but I find mostly cheap goods that are called vintage. I have a question that may seem personal but I am curious as to why you have a blind eye? My son is currently dealing with Acanthamoeba Keratitis and it is contacts that put him at risk, he now is blind in his left eye but it isn't obvious. I didn't realize how much he is challenged with only one eye, he is just recently voicing this and he is having to adjust.

[@MediocreMolly]

couchmermaid Weeping Blind Eye is a good rock band name

[@noahfarr2524]

Donna Bailey oops, you replied to a comment instead of posting this as a stand-alone comment. I wish you guys all the best though!

[@thecadaver]

For anyone who has bought vintage with pit stains: if it's not dry clean only, make a paste of bicarb soda and water and brush it in with an old toothbrush, then leave it to sit overnight before washing out (by hand or in the machine). If youre worried about scuffing the fabric, or its very sheer or a thick knit, dissolve a few tablespoons of bicarb in water and soak your item overnight before washing

[@elizabethbulfer4530]

Personally, for me, fast fashion is "wrong" when you go to Walmart every week, buy a bunch of cheap stuff, then wearing it once and throwing it out. I buy cheap stuff because I've been broke most my life, but I wear stuff until it wears out or it stops fitting. I have clothes from Walmart that I've been wearing an embarassingly long time because they still fit and look decent. I am working on going through my clothes to pick things out that I don't like anymore.

[@ThespiansCreed]

I'm in college so naturally, it's very hard for me to get rid of anything. I have clothes from high school that I still wear (I'm a college senior. Granted I haven't really grown).

[@elizabethbulfer4530]

ThespiansCreed Yup, I have stuff from high school and even a few from junior high! 😬 I've grown, but I used to like stuff loose so it still mostly fits. (I'm 27, so junior high was 14 years ago now...)

[@celia_elle]

Aaaah! Me too! :) If chosen carefully and taken care of, "fast fashion" can still be a lasting option on a budget. I always go for basics when they're on sale and use them until they rip apart. But since my wardrobe a matches, people think I have a *huge* wardrobe with a lot of stuff 😎

[@kat5353]

all of my clothes are "fast fashion" and they hold up well and I wear the same things all the time. I don't own any clothing or make up items over 30$. edit: I'm only 13 (almost 14) so I have anything older than 2 years

[@davidhutchison3343]

I've seen fast fashion start to fall apart on the first wearing.

[@WendyFilmsTheWorld]

I'm a seamstress and I love you so much for even just reminding people, if they can afford it, to support small business and their local seamstress! So important 🤗😗

[@EddVCR]

W B My mother was a seamstress, so I agree with you that supporting local businesses and craftspeople is super important for a thriving community. Wishing you the very best!

[@aprildawnsunshine4326]

Also was just thinking a good option for some, like me with my very non traditional body shape (scoliosis and small shoulders, plus permanent steroid belly, aka I look about 6mo pregnant) getting the less expensive dress and having it altered by a good seamstress would be less expensive and fit better than the nicer stuff. And a decent slip can do wonders for dealing with poor stitching and rough material! Almost everything hurts my skin, but put a high quality slip of silk or rayon on first and I can wear almost anything, including a corset for my back pain! I'm learning how to diy stuff without sewing for fun, with fabric glue etc, but I still take my clothes to a pro. Let a home sewer do a few dresses and she took the top in wrong so now the front is too small and the back hangs down so far it shows my bra line! Never again.

[@placeholder4088]

Saw an ad... liked the dress... googled company... this video came up... you're not talking about the brand... stayed anyway... fell in love... subscribed ❤🐦

[@Sarah-rh3hm]

BecauseIJustDid same. Literally the story of my night.

[@TheEndeavoringFamily]

Right? It's like opening the fridge to make a sammich and finding a wonderful fresh pizza ready to eat!

[@citcatpat1232]

SAME I just got an add for retro stage, it was a beautiful blue dress!! I looked into and searched the brand on youtube; this video came up and I fell in love!

[@marysadventures]

Retro stage me too!

[@Spacebuny]

A seamstress can cut off that bad blue fake sweetheart top portion and turn the bottom half of the dress into a skirt.

[@michaelvaughn1235]

I don't wear vintage dresses but I love your videos. Watch every one. Your speaking voice is so soothing for me. Also, love the overall openness on this channel. ❤️

[@celia_elle]

Michael Vaughn True! I love how she sounds and how she articulates words 😍

[@michelletackett9489]

I have four Grace Karin dresses and I love them. They fit me very nicely and their colors are very bright.

[@retroreceptionist7571]

Michelle Tackett yesssss me too! I always love those finds!

[@vanessabrannan4059]

My favourite Amazon clothing brand!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Im all about less is more. I love a capsule wardrobe. I buy more expensive brands, but have less. I believe in good quality fabrics too as they last longer. I would hate to admit how old some of my clothes are!!! I feel fast fashion is not worth it as they don't last at all and never wash up well. I also worry about slave labour. Primark worries me a bit!!!! im not into vintage fashion personally, however i really appreciate it and you look amazing. being from brighton too i see it all a lot and think wow!!!! grate video. :)

[@pchypie8801]

Wheelsnoheels I encourage you to look into the app goodonyou, where you can search brands and see how good they are in terms of ethics

[@pchypie8801]

Primark rates surprisingly high. Not fantastic, but nothing to feel guilty about

[@QueerCripple]

Ive been trying to pare down my wardrobe. I have lost weight so it has been difficult to do it as it hasnt settled yet... but that's a great goal. Just realized I have also been watching your videos... hello to you & Jessica from America

[@macsilacan8765]

Wheelsnoheels - Gem Hubbard I believe in less is more as well. I think they key here is to invest in quality vintage stuff that you can mix with other clothing. For example, I have a vintage Dior jacket on hand. Since Tops are the most noticeable part of your OOTD, I can pair it with some chinos from Uniqlo or any other brands. I have quality vintage clothing and the same time, I saved money.

[@zoes_story]

I have some clothes from when I was 14 and 15 aha. We've all been there Gem 😂

[@katlover7656]

Good advice. I love vintage, and buy some on Etsy. I am only 5'1'' and a size 10 - 12. My height can be a problem .I am in a wheelchair due to two neurological illnesses. As I'm middle aged now, I don't like short dresses as they ride up when seated in the wheelchair.The shirt is really fresh looking and a versatile item.

[@davidhutchison3343]

Kat Lover I've noticed that a lot of the cheaper 50s dresses are too short. I've been tempted to buy two, and use one to extend the skirt of the other one. This still works out cheaper than buying the fabric and making the dress from scratch. Note, my wife is 5' 10" so the dresses are way to short on her.

[@LizTiddington]

I've only watched your intro so far, but all the plus points you list are EXACTLY why I love my fairtrade/hippy clothing, even though the colour fades a lot and it all mostly has to be hand washed I love how much of it supports small industries and makers ❤

[@misseskimo1]

I'm a seamstress and will say that a talented one will be able to do a flat sweetheart neckline. You don't have to have it rouched to fit nicely and be a sharp sweetheart shape you just have to not be lazy 🤣. I appreciate what you say about buying from a local seamstress 💖

[@michelehenne2477]

I lucked out in the vintage department. My grandmother gave me her dresses from the 40's-60's. All very good quality. Some she made, some her employer gave her. Her employer bought a new wardrobe from Chicao and Mew York every year. She and my grandmother were the same size. She gave my grandmother the clothes from the previous season. My grandmother took excellent care of them. Luckily, my grandma was my height and my weight. So I inherited a few dresses, hats, gloves, and petticoats. So, yay. I don't do vintage often at the moment. I do still love it. Love this video. My favorite is a lightweight wool, navy as nd cream mini-houndstooth check dress. It has a round neck, 3/4 length sleeves, and a pleated skirt. It is fully lined, which is great because wool itches me to no end. It has a cream collar and sleeve cuffs that can be attached for a more prim look. Anyway, I love this video, and all of your videos, actually. Great stuff. 💜💜💜

[@marojeda786]

me as a man who doesn't wear dresses and has no interest in it, diving into your haul/review videos because is just lovely how thoroughly you review everything, unbiased, also came her originally from diassociaDID [mental illness] so I have no idea how I keep finding these things but I love them lots

[@M0nsterMakerMellie]

1) god damn you're just so lovely and classy, 2) my ASL heart just truly loves your channel in so many ways, 3) I'm visiting the U.K. next week and just might have to do some vintage shopping and bring a piece of London vintage home to Los Angeles!

[@nicolebosma9476]

Mellie K did you get something?

[@sophiefraser3995]

I turned fourteen last week, for xmas I received a red polka dot swing dress. On my birthday I purchased a 3 item mystery bag from the same brand (Dolly and Dotty) for about £12 when they are normally about £40. I got a blue polka dot swing dress, polka dot rose dress and a v-neck maxi beach dress. I rag roll my hair, am doing a 50s newspaper project in English, bake Hot Milk Cake and am doing a 50s health and lifestyle week and much more.

[@rumahbenavari5157]

It's 8am here in Florida and I'm watching a beautiful young woman explaining petticoats and vintage dresses, how blessed I am, said the old hard Butch that's been up all night in pain. Jessica you're better then pain killers. Thank you for all your hard work you put into your videos. 💐👍🙉🙈🙊☕️☺️

[@junkjunkloot4357]

Making ethical choices is a luxury afforded to the rich, and hoisting that responsibility onto consumers who can't afford to make that change ensures that the market doesn't have to respond to things ethically unless their hands are forced. Which is great for them, because they can just keep practicing status quo. It makes me so upset when people guilt others for not being able to afford "ethically sourced" options! :( Anyways, yes, great video. I'm having a hard time and your videos have been very helpful all of today.

[@Marialla.]

Oh, the knockoff candy stripe dress broke my heart! I can see why it looks similar at a glance, but to a sewist the first thing we see is how the stripes fall, and it instantly says the real dress (which is probably lined) has princess seams in the bodice, and eight gores in the skirt, while the knockoff is just a flat tank top and plain circle skirt with no gores. That will massively affect how the dress shapes to a body, how it drapes, etc. What a shame! I hope you get a good sewing friend to make you a better, more accurate knockoff. It really shouldn't be too hard to sew, and you deserve a much better fit than that tragedy you got.

[@kagitsune]

Have you ever gone to get your ill-fitting but cute dresses tailored? I do alterations as my job and I love telling people how to liberate their closets. 😃

[@0lala020]

I see your comment as a good opportunity to ask these questions. 1. If someone wants something to be added (lace, ribbon, a button, a zipper, etc) to a piece of clothing, would alterations be a good place for that or no? 2. Would alterations also be a good place to swap out something? (Change buttons to zipper) 3. Would it also be a place where one would go to remove something such as taking out what one deems as too much lace? I tried using search engines to find an answer but I got nothing. Thank you for reading!

[@Marialla.]

@@0lala020 I'm not a professional tailor, but I do sew a bit at home and I can assure you that adding or removing trims like lace, ruffles, etc. should be no problem. Depending whether it requires unpicking a seam it may cost a bit more or less, but is almost always do-able. Changing buttons to a zipper may or may not be simple, you'd want to judge case-by-case. In sewing, almost anything CAN be done, it's always a question of whether there's enough fabric to handle being folded into a new seam allowance, or whether you're okay with adding a bit of a different fabric to fill in where needed (sometimes that actually becomes a cool design feature). And of course don't forget using your tailor friend to improve simple fixes like loose buttons, or unattractive buttons you'd like swapped out, or shortening a hem, or nipping in a waistline etc. Properly tailored clothes are a joy!

[@emelliott]

I get some good finds in charity shops, I got an old French army jacket with a name in it and a date and I got some striped tops and they look retro and I love them

[@nicolerehn4108]

Is that like a thrift ship

[@christinesuggs9945]

I love finding new sources for vintage style clothing- especially when they are "reasonably" priced! I have noticed though that it's a lot easier to find these clothing gems when you are *not* a plus size gal. I am consistently finding manufacturers who claim they have a plus size line when in fact their sizing only goes up to Uk18/US14. Meh. It just means I get to keep shopping, I mean researching!

[@vegishishkabab]

As someone who buys vintage-inspired dresses from AliExpress recently, including Sisjuly, I can say that it's a hit and a miss. I love all of my dresses, but there are plenty of thicker fabric with a great shape while there are those thin fabric with not so great shape like that dress you showed (which was on my wishlist for a while now but I chose different flamingo dresses) I even own a dress that looks just like your lemon dress but with a heartshape cut. First time here. nice video, I love you hairdo.

[@domsusefulstuff]

You make me laugh in just about every video and that's pretty rare for me. Your communication is so nuanced-your expressions, your intonation and every strand of hair. I aspire to your production standards and on-camera presence. Thank you so much for always giving your all including exceptional amounts of creativity. You're amazing.

[@huffin_and_puffin]

Growing up in my home country my grandparents would always take me charity shopping. In Eastern Europe most clothes (even the ones sold as new) tended to be pretty poor quality, but in charity shops we'd find German and British clothes (vintage mostly) in pristine condition and of stupidly good quality (my nan's sister was a tailor and she was very impressed with the quality). I am lucky that when I arrived in the UK to go to uni I found so many charity shops around my area, and some of them are exclusively vintage :D. I got the long wool coat I always wanted for 15 quid, and it looked like it was never worn (found the brand on etsy for over £90!). Vintage tapestry bags in pristine condition for 3 quid. A fur shawl like I've never seen before for a tenner. My small room is filled with vintage clothes and I have no idea how I'm going to carry everything with me when I'll have to move out, but I am not giving up on any of them. I am a very sharp hourglass and vintage just suits me perfectly; I can't wear anything modern, not necessarily because I don't like it, but because it does not fit me. I can't even wear most branded retro adaptations because the waist still tends to be too high or too low even then, and I'd be stuck between unflattering and uncomfortable :(. The only disadvantage you get from wearing vintage often is the odd looks you get on the streets

[@little.palito3826]

Thank you so much! A much needed video specially for me, a broke high school student that wants to buy vintage but not break the bank. Wonderful videos! 🤗

[@BeccaMoses]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I am so broke (being a Child), and I don't live super close to any awesome consignment shops for the pinup-y era (though our local charity shops have some dope 80s stuff). I go into Cambridge (the one near Boston, not in the U.K.) when I can, because there's this awesome store called The Garment District that has a contemporary room and then, in the back, a vintage room. Everything is dated with at the very least a decade, and there are rows of very specific and awesome stuff - a rainbow of leather jackets with the rack of broken in black and brown ones, two full racks of 80s-90s overalls, and a whole corner of vintage prom dresses. The older (40s through early 60s) clothes tend to be more expensive or totally destroyed, so their pinup type stuff isn't really feasible, though sometimes you can find some amazing stuff for cheap (especially jackets, but I've gotten some great overalls and one Wednesday Addams-ish white and lace dress with minimal staining for about $10). Still, I very much am the hourglass shaped lady, so finding vintage-inspired dresses and skirts irl that are small enough for my waist but also don't become indecently pulled up by my curves. This comment is crazy long. Oops. Also I love your dress sm?? Lemons are having a moment rn and it's making me so happy!

[@BeverleyButterfly]

I'm new to dressing vintage partly inspired by you, I've posted a couple of videos on my channel but building a collection in this style can be expensive! This video is so handy and I will be saving the good places you bought for future buying. I agree with you too that vintage dressing means that we do not have to worry about fashions and can wear things for longer and get our money's worth. Also I've been buying from everything five pounds since you posted about them! Edited to say, I know a lot of people who dress vintage wear vintage style underwear, but I'm disabled like you and have a lot of chest pain and skin pain could you please talk about whether vintage style underwear is needed and how comfortable it is please?

[@Mia-sj1mi]

I have a lovely charity shop in my town, that has a whole vintage floor... Sewing patterns, gloves, records, suitcases, fascinators, all of it really, and I love it.

[@coopster91]

I love wearing vintage and always get so many compliments when I wear that type of clothing, but struggle finding affordable shops where I can trust what I'm buying, so to discover these review videos feels like hitting jackpot; especially with Grace Karin which is definitely in my price range and free shipping on Amazon - I'm definitely going to indulge in some new outfits

[@spacecat_scribbles]

That lemon dress is so beautiful. 💕

[@MidoriTheAwesome]

I have no idea why I'm watching this video and I don't plan on wearing vintage clothes but they look really cool on you lol

[@ivanadzidic4012]

I was send two dresses to review (one by Grace Karin and one by Belle Poque) and I was happy with them, but I wanted to check the brands and see what other customers had to say. I'm so happy you reviewed them because you're my hero (I have a chronic illness too and I've been watching your video for ages, I just didn't comment before). You look absolutely beautiful in all of these dresses!!!! You're so inspiring and amazing.

[@catisuppose]

I’ve really found that Warehouse is amazing for vintage type clothes, it’s beautifully made and British! I have so many things from there ❤️

[@majesticmeerkat921]

When I studied abroad in London I bought a beautiful vintage dress. It was my favorite article of clothing and only cost 20 pounds because it was on a sale rack at a vintage show. Since then I've gained about 50 pounds (I think because of medications) and it no longer fits, but I just can't bear to let it go. Thank you for this video, because now I may be able to afford some things that remind me of my lovely dress and fit my new size!

[@staceymorris5895]

I have that lemon dress and the flower dress she showed. I have I think 3 more of their dresses. I LOVE them. They are amazing.

[@justthecaffeine7143]

This comment is late, but I just want it noted that I found your dress in my size, and I wear kids sizes (dwarfism) which made me smile. I can't buy it since I'm a broke college student, but still...

[@BandersnatchRider]

I'm so happy I found your channel. :) I'm binge-watching and loving your every video!

[@amylehman7872]

I own the lemon dress too. so happy to see it on someone else

[@Nerdstroma19]

I love how comprehensive and thoughtful this was!!

[@kaitlynhayes7877]

I'm looking to get started in vintage fashion and do rockabilly and pinup for my style.

[@acmebabyco.473]

Your liberty Roll is spot-on. Beautiful.

[@MirandaMilner]

With a few alterations, I think you could make the Sisjuly dress work! Just take the waist in a little and add a couple small gathers to the sweetheart neckline. Small things can make a big difference for the fit.

[@chloemeyers1855]

I love the fact that you sign. Thank you so much! (Im not deaf or impaired but my mom is so I appreciate the trouble you go through ✌️)

[@spip09]

Just discovered your channel! I adore it! Thank you for this. I've also bought some belle-poque and Grace Karin dresses. Very lovely, good quality... some I have to adapt a little because the waist is too high (I seem to be too long ;)) I recently bought one from Acevog and that was a little dissapointing ... Thank you for all the good advice! You're absolutely stunning!

[@WithLoveKristina]

Grace Karin is one of my FAVORITE brands! I also love Belle Poque but I agree... their cut isn't as perfect for more of an hourglass figure than Belle Poque.

[@colleeneyre6588]

That lemon dress was my wedding reception dress! However I got it at a thrift store.

[@MirandaMilner]

I get tempted to buy dresses from places like Vivian Holloway, but I decided about a year ago that I am not going to buy any new clothes. Ever. I have a video on the reasons why if you’re curious. I’m going to get everything second hand or make it myself. That includes bras, underwear, and socks. It’s even cheaper to buy stuff from the thrift store and get fabric from the thrift store to make myself.

[@hannahtuck3052]

Cerys closet in Bridgend, its where I got my un-weddingy wedding dress. She does some beautiful dresses xx Edit she also has a online shop and does plus sizes for anyone interested

[@ThatGirlWithTheCoffee]

When life gives you lemons, make a cute dress from it!

[@kaitlynthompson3397]

Your voice is just so beautiful. You truly have a vintage feel.

[@brianalamb4559]

Thank you SO much for this! I just got bit by the vintage/retro bug (yay PinupGirl Clothing Yard Sale! I made out like a bandit).

[@peri4094]

Another really good quality brand for vintage-style clothing is Hellbunny. Also, Collectif Vintage London. I can’t confirm the price (or availability) in the UK for Hellbunny but the dresses I do own are FANTASTIC quality

[@EvieMyMelody]

Nice relaxing video. Thank you. I sometimes am unsure on clothes shopping like dresses in terms of which to get.

[@loopiewho]

i wear very loud very colourful things all the time oh just one tip buying on line if its from china buy the biggest size they have as if it needs taking in no problem but you can not make it bigger , so buy it big as possible as the asians are tiny . asian coats if you can not buy it in 4xl don't buy it lol if its a European /Italian buy 1 size bigger trousers 2 sizes bigger for tops and jackets if it a american size buy your actually size bu it might need taking in but that's easy if its a UK size buy it bigger and take it in and make it a ton better looking by tailoring it buy plain looking cheep things and add bling y touches to make it look fab buy bespoke suits from china they are cheap and they will fit perfect and you can add tiny strips and ribbons to make it unique it is so easy to make things smaller but you have a real job if you have to add panels to make things bigger ,and you have to find fabrics that match for that job and fabric is so expensive

[@Alenajellybeans]

Check out the good on you app! Clothes are made in all kinds of countries and personally I think the most important thing is that whoever is making the clothes is being treated/paid fairly and this app helps you check on that ad well as other aspects.

[@victoriaindigo]

This video was so informative, I was so happy to see an ad and I watched it to support you lol, I truly believe KZbin should allow all your videos to be monetized

[@_blagh3621]

My god you’re so beautiful, Every time I come across a video that features you I remember the first time I saw you in a video, I got smitten from the first time I saw you 😂😂😂😂 it’s been 2 years and I get the same feeling every time 💕💕💕💕 stay safe xoxo (ps: english is not my native language so I hope I describes my feelings clearly 😅)

[@elis2506]

you look at the bed stands and you know who's side is who's lol i love that

[@magdalenakohoutova9073]

I have my great-grandma's old shoes and even though they hurt my feet really bad, they're so beautiful.

[@thegoodlife6061]

I love vintage clothing in 1940-1960's which I make myself. I made my first Vintage 1941 blouse out of crepe back satin, Vintage dress 1943 out of knit rayon of spring colorful flowers which everyone was a surprise of me being able to sew due to me starting sewing in last week of November 2017. Now, I am sewing a sheer paisley with different colors silk voile 1940's blouse., I will be adding Soutache trim at the neckline and sleeves. I also love British fabric which I have two monthly subscriptions of receiving fabric to make a garment, quarter pieces, thread, buttons and a surprise. I would like to visit England just to visit the fabric shops all day long and having a proper afternoon tea everyday.

[@StrawberryLil]

Hi lovely! I really enjoyed the video, thank you. And, as I already said on Instagram, I think Fast Fashion is something that should be addressed. So, I agree with you. If you don't have a lot of money to spend, you can't be expected to buy expensive, high sustainable fashion. I just think that everybody should be sustainable in the way they can and try help the environment and peoples of this earth with what they can afford to do. This might not only be about fashion, but also about buying fair-trade products here and there or trying to eat less meat, or whatever suits you best. As long as you live consciously, you're doing a good job!

[@emjenkins464]

I'm lucky that I like 60's-90's vintage as I can get it both from family wardrobe chuckouts and my local vintage store. (Support local small businesses!)

[@sammiewoods258]

You are converting me to vintageeeee! Eek, i want to wear vintage 247 now

[@SB7698]

Grace Karin is fantastic for plus size, both skirts and dresses. I can get a fabulous plus size vintage appearing dress for $30 delivered to my door within 3 days. It doesn't get much better than that!

[@DePetrisPortfolio]

Is it just me or does her in the romwe shirt picture look a lot like agent peggy carter.

[@kristenbyron7229]

Your voice is so soothing and calming and beautiful.

[@ghadahalharbi3915]

I absolutely looooooooove your make up hair style everything it just feels so elegant

[@sabrinaalexis9808]

Thank you, thank you! This was exactly the kind of review that I was looking for!

[@Captain_Pink]

Oh also in the 'moral aspect,' session, another thing to consider is whether your fast fashion clothes are absolutely jam packed with toxic levels of lead, as found in Shein clothing. The Shein moral aspect is probably the harshest/worst, because not only are the workers horrendously overworked, they're also punished pretty badly for mistakes (their day's wages may be revoked) and the spaces they work in sometimes don't have fire exits. Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire anyone?

[@alicemclellan-white2043]

I absolutely love vintage fashion and dresses but I just don’t have the confidence to wear them. I so wish I did as I’d wear them all the time. I do have a few vintage reproduction dresses that I wear on special occasions but I still feel quite self conscious about it. What I’m trying to say after a bit of a ramble is I love your style and I wish I could share it (if that makes sense). Hopefully you understand what I’m trying to say from this. Ok I’m going to stop talking now

[@littlemusic4x]

Maybe you could just try wearing a piece a week, combining it with more "modern" clothers to see how you feel with it.

[@alicemclellan-white2043]

brokebutfun that’s a good idea. I might try that one, thank you 😊👍

[@mychristmasemporium5927]

Some great points jess! I think if I had a bit more money I think I would buy more actually vintage clothes and definitely British brands, I did buy from Tiger Millie which is where I got a sold out Lindy Bop dress! My Central Park winter scene! I've kind of stuck with Lindy Bop so far-only had an issue with one dress but as you say it could be more my shape and I'm losing weight so that could affect it! I found randomly some black t strap heels, and ankle strap heels from Matalan both vintage style but bit uncomfortable at the mo- buying party feet insoles! Just wondered if you would ever do a vintage fashion work shop-making or adding to old piece etc? Would be good for new vintage women! 😊👍🏻

[@liviadove-woods4552]

Really good review video! You might already know about it but I would recommend Joanie Clothing, they do lots of vintage inspired clothing for reasonable prices (also if you make an account with them you get emails for discounts all the time!) and there’s currently a sale on. :)

[@laarzzxd]

This was such a helpful video for someone like me who's just getting into the vintage style! Thank you :)

[@Willowing_Weaver]

You seem to know a lot about vintage fashion, do you think you could make a video eventually about maybe the best different vitage styles for different body types. Because I would love to get into vintage fashion but my body shape is very very different than what the styles were originally made for, in fact, I have a hard time with fashion nowadays and finding styles that look good on me. I'm 5'1 and thicker than average but I'm very hourglass and always have been. I just think it would be interesting to get opinions from you on just different styles of vintage clothing for different body types.

[@ashe1317]

well, you *totally* vibe Katherine Hepburn, so consider that goal accomplished!

[@Bucherviews]

This was a really useful and informative video! I think the 'Fast Fashion' thing might deserve its own video though?

[@fineartlifestyling]

You are so lovely and feminine! Love the video. I find personally since my thyroid and hormonal condition I have gained so much stubborn weight (especially during quarantine) that vintage clothing does not fit. I find in general vintage garments were petite, people were generally smaller in stature and complexion. I am tall, have a fairly longer waist that an average person, and am plump so it is a challenge finding clothing with an old world feel. When I find them I stock up like a crazy woman because I know it will be a while before that happens again.

[@davidhutchison3343]

The best thing about vintage is that your new dress will not go out of fashion next year. You can spend more on each item, as it will last for years.

[@abbyd9870]

I really like your view of things and to be honest we are quite poor meaning that even a 5€ piece is something I really have to think about being able to buy most of the times I'll just go back to the things I have in my wardrobe and try to get as much wear out of them as possible by just stitchin like the holes they just get over time shut but I was never really able to buy any vintage clothing even tho I really love the look of some of it and I really wish I could buy more expensive stuff and I feel like a lot of people don't get that some people like me just can't really buy a more expensive thing and then wear it for a long time cause there's no money to save up for things like that , priority number one for us is just to be able to buy food for the week, pay rent to not land on the street and pay for water and gas soooo I'd love to not be judged by people who just don't have to count every penny And I also just wanna say I really love your videos jessica

[@shalacarter9330]

I shop at Wal-Mart but not for fast fashion. It better last! But I have been wearing a true vintage dress.

[@grammaurai6843]

I know it's not an issue for you, but does anyone know of a good source of maternity vintage clothes? I'm so sad getting too fat for my favorite clothes, but all I can find for vintage maternity is clothing patterns. I know for a fact women got pregnant in the 40s and 50s.

[@_AtomicAngie_]

Sharyn T I am only three months right now, but I have been picking through my closet and seeing what I already have that will work. Some of the vintage dresses I already have are made of stretchy material and I am hoping to get by at least until month six or so with those. I have too been searching and have had some luck on Etsy. Sometimes classic cuts and styles can be found in modern maternity stores as well, like Pinkblush. Let me know if you find any additional places!

[@littlebeeandnutmeg6395]

Just what I needed to combat my painsomnia and anxiety at 2am aest

[@joedwards3066]

lol!! I have that exact same dress you are wearing!!! the lovely lemon dress!!

[@rainbowgu9462]

I once bought this vintage dress you're wearing on zapaka.com, yellow lemon print

[@kristinaclark9542]

I would turn the blue "sweetheart" neckline dress into an apron. Love it.

[@availanila]

I once turned a white dress into an apron and still love what it looks like today

[@pegsicle506]

I’m not meant to wear heels (EDS and ankle instability) and technically I’m meant to always wear a lace up boot. Can you recommend a style of flat shoe or boot that would work with your gorgeous vintage style?

[@MarileeGetgen]

I adore vintage fashion, but unfortunately I am a very broke college student, and I'm nonbinary, so my personal style is androgynous, so I don't quite know how I would go about shopping vintage-inspired.

[@BeccaMoses]

Depending on where you go to school, you can probably find some funky areas where students live you might be able to find some cheaper vintage shops. If you don't, almost everywhere has a savers/salvation army/whatever that can have some amazing vintage type stuff from the 70s/80s/90s. If you're crafty, you can remove stains or smells or weird seams that would make items WAYYYY cheaper if you buy them actually vintage.

[@BeverleyButterfly]

You should look up women in the 20s back then women really pushed the boundary and wore suits and dressed like men! Androgyny was fashionable as women wanted to be seen as equal to men!

[@shammydammy2610]

You could look at pictures of women like Amelia Earhart, or even Katherine Hepburn, who wore pants and shirts.

[@annastarr2043]

Smoking jackets are for you. Also sleek Hepburn slacks. 60's pencil leg slacks, Shaparelli's "New Look" might be something you might like. Had very broad shouldered look. Stunning. I used fancy robes as outerwear. Be creative mix things up.

[@ursulanicsuibhne4972]

@@shammydammy2610 Katherine Hepburn is my hero

[@emmas263]

You look super cute, i love your style. If you met me in person i probably just wouldnt stop complimenting you :D like "oh girl, i love your hair! Omg i adore your makeup, that eyeshadow.and that lipstick! What brand and color is this? And THAT DRESS, where did you get it? Your shoes, GIVE ME YOUR SHOES!" 😂😂😂 One time i was very into vintage dresses. You know, those half- fancy half-simple kind of stuff... And i couldnt find any. I live in america, so these brands you've mentioned are probably not available here in stores(especially where i live, a rural area with small towns only basically), so i guess i just have to stick to online shopping. Which is not exactly what i want, because sometimes these clothes just dont look the same on me as they do on pictures. Plus they may turn out to be a poor qaulity, especially when you're shopping is based on the price tag... And i dont always get the right size, even though i kinda sorta know what im looking for. It can be frustrating and that's the main issue why i dont particularly like online shopping. Im pretty oldschool, id rather try the clothes on to see if they fit before buying them, not buy first and check them out after the fact. It happened to me a few times in the past, i paid good money for something only to be disappointed because they turned out to be garbage/not fitting. Sure, you can return it, but still, it's a bummer.

[@Presall-v8y]

My god your RP is incredible... Very beautiful and classy

[@augustsart5374]

I was literally just thinking about where she gets her clothes and this video popped up in my recommended.

[@CrashBoomBang78]

Your hair is AMAZING here, would you please please make a tutorial? 💋

[@me4901]

As a guy, I have occasional success in thrift stores. Not every visit by far, but if you have a thift store or two within walking distance, just drop in occasionally, and you might be surprised.

[@loopiewho]

i get really upset cos vintage things in thrifts shops are never ever in my size and i feel very sad and get very obsessed trying to find it every where but i love shopping online so .. then i have to go and buy fabrics and make copy's which is awesome when they are awesome but a real pain when it does not work and its not cheap in fact is always much more expensive to make thing from scratch and i love my sewing maching but i do shout at it when the thread breaks or when i do something silly like sew a un seen part of the garment to a seam i am sewing and when i realise i have to unpick it i get very grumpy and have to stop and make tea so what i do, do is i buy the thing in the wrong size and i add panels to it to make it fit me ,which makes me super very happy and i feel fantastic and all my friends think i am so clever and i love that feeling of having what i wanted after all i also save big alterations for winter so i have fun things to do when its cold and nasty out side ,and then in the spring or summer i can wear same things and feel so happy and awesome in them

[@jcwittig]

I need your dress White with yellow lemon & dark green foliage.

[@CandyisAwesome86]

You should do ASMR. 😃

[@celia_elle]

CandyisAwesome86 Let's hope not. Otherwhise it will end up being a continuous "sk" and "chewy" sounds which I hate (and she doesn't have ❤ )

[@idc4163]

I was literally just thinking that cause I was like "Wow, she's relaxing" 😂

[@fullmetalheartt]

I aspire to be your level of vintage beauty.

[@caodhanoreilly7058]

Have you ever been to Goodwood Revival? I was working there today and the commitment to their gorgeous vintage theme was so cool, so many of the women reminded me of you 😂 honestly I kinda felt like I had accidentally timetraveled all day haha

[@littleantiqueme8714]

I am tall as well, and I totally understand the short dress trouble! Tall girls unite!! 😉

[@SolHeizer]

Couldn’t a solid bright colored shirt like the pinstripe be worn over the rainbow one? Tied in the front? You make everything look amazing...