Officially speaking vintage describes clothing that is from the period between 1920's and late 1970's. Anything before is usually described as antique and anything after as retro or second hand. The exception is with high end designer gowns which can be considered vintage just a few years after the original collection.
Of course, there are huge variations in the way that people use the term vintage and it is sometimes used to describe anything from second hand clothing to new clothing with a vintage look.
Vintage is often sold through vintage dealers, stores and websites although lately there are more online stores, auction sites and clothes swapping sites that sell second hand and vintage side by side.
As a rule vintage clothing is usually thought of as a piece of clothing that holds its own and has a lasting value beyond the period when it was created.
The Wardrobe Clear Out
1 day ago
Hmm.. were can i find stores or "dealers" (as you call them)? i just recently became facinated with the style of clothing but evryone has to be high fashon. i like to be different:) but i cant be if i dont know were to get these clothes. help?
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