Mod cloth , unique vintage, princess highway, collectif, retro stage, and jolly vintage are where I get my clothes from. All the clothing are super high quality!
I would be wary of Retro Stage. A lot of pinups have had their photos (and sometimes post captions) stolen by Retro Stage and used for advertising without their permission and without pay. Even when they are wearing a different brand's clothes, Retro Stage will use the images to advertise anyways meaning the product they are advertising isn't even their own.
I think Unique Vintage is actually very hit or miss. Sometimes the fabrics are horrible quality, the seams have loose threads, and one dress arrived with a broken zipper. Other dresses from them have been amazing and lasted years.
"The last one is SO out of budget" THEYRE ALL OUT OF BUDGET. I LOOKED AT THE FIRST BRAND'S WEBSITE AND THE CHEEPEST THING WAS A STRAW HAT FOR 60 DOLLARS. WH AT
defiantly expensive. however, i would imagine (or hope) that these dresses are very high quality and meant to last you years. if not, its a scam. you could always learn to sew and make simular pieces
It's easy to afford this overpriced stuff when you went to a private school and got a THEATER degree (useless) and live with your dad as an employed influencer in Minnesota
I nearly choked on my own breath reading the prices on the first website and then, I made the mistake of looking at the prices for the third site. Yeah, I wanna pay rent this month so that’s a no from me😂
Yeah, I looked at the first website. Pretty darn expensive and wayyyy out of teacher budget. I’ll stick to thrifting and making my own summer dresses with my crazy talented ML.
In my experience, it's worth either paying at least $100 a dress, or digging through thrift stores for the occasional gem, because anything less than that just isn't quality and costs you more in the long run to replace it.
@flockofdoves3889 oh yes cause the sewing machine, materials and time to learn how to sew are cheap... 😅 no one is ever happy, let me buy my cheap ass clothes and be able to afford food this month
So my grandmother knew DVF as an acquaintance in Connecticut and swears she showed her some sketches for a simple wrap dress she’d designed which she thought DVF might have the resources/contacts to help her produce & market (Grandmother was an architect by trade) and a couple years later DVF launched the iconic wrap dress. Grandmother has passed now, but she was seriously pissed but also laughed about it as the years went on…
I can relate to this. My grandfather, who was a shipwright, designed a specific type of foldable table, a year later his neighbour has patented the design and made bank. He was also bitter but would also laugh at it saying "glad he could help his neighbour in need"
Not the same thing but when I was an elementary kid around 9 I took part in this competition on worlds children's literature day or something like that and the prize was getting as many books as you can carry in your arms for free. It was basically about walking from station to station at the bookstore and putting down the answers on your worksheet, the answers are all hints towards a word you have to guess. I was the first one who solved it I was excited and told this girl who I knew from school that I solved it and I ran up to the announcer to tell him. But I guess she must have seen my final answear because before I could she ran up to him showed him her sheet which didn't have any of the questions solved only the final word and he ignored me when I pulled at his jacket to show him my full sheet. He didn't listen pushed me aside put a hand on the other girls shoulder and announced she was the winner. For context I was poor and didn't own a single book even my school books where second hand and from a neighbors kid who went to a different school, I was there on my own with not a single cent in my pockets. Evryone was dressed all fancy for the event I was in a trifted sweater. The girl then went and not only picked out the book series I had wanted and told her about for her free price but then also called her parents over and proceeded to buy over a 100$ worth maybe closer to 200$ of more books. Her parents didn't even bat an eye even trew in some toys while praising her for being their little genius. As if they had to make it any more glaringly obvious that they really didn't need that bit of charity. As a child of working class immigrants it felt like spit to the face like they were trampling all over my efforts and struggles. I walked out of there with nothing but rage. Eventually I found a library in my town and I spent evry day there after a year the librarian helped me get a card through some program. It was wonderful! The card expired after a year and I couldn't afford to renew it. I'm turning 18 soon and two weeks ago I walked in to a bookstore and bought something for the first time in my life. ❤ I feel like I can finally forget about it and maybe laugh but honestly fuck that family and their daughter. She was the worst friend ever. But I also had a kid from my garden club show of my roses as his when a local news team came to our middle school and at my first year of high school I had my essay stolen. But that's a whole nother story, Point is there are always people who show of your work as their own and they all can suck it. Unfortunately I have yet to find a way to prevent this from happening. 😅
@@acanimatics906 What a horrible experience. I would start telling new stories. People are happy that you are number one! Everyone respects and honors you and gives you credit! You are deserving to be number one. You are deserving to win! People praise you and are more than happy to share with you! Look into the law of assumption.
@@misss827 I really don't mean to be rude! But I'm afraid I don't understand what you mean..? Your comment seem positive (and very kind) but that last sentence trows me of. I don't want to assume what you mean and potentially cause a misunderstanding. What is the law of assumption and how is it relevant in context? I feel like I'm missing a puzzle piece. /gen
I swear I think my viewpoint is skewed because $200-300 didn’t seem that insane for really well made dresses. Also DVF wrap dresses are around $300-600, the exact one she was wearing was $560 but Diane Von Furstenburg is considered a luxury brand, akin to a more respected and less widely known Coach.
I had a DVF wrap dress that I found at goodwill of all places and I got it for like $10. It was gorgeous and in perfect condition and fit like a glove when I got it. Hands down, one of my all time favorites. Unfortunately, 2 kids and hypothyroidism later, it nowhere near fits me anymore but it was fun while it lasted
I have hypothyroidism you should not be overweight due to it if you are treated properly. If you’re overweight because ice cream is good I understand but that’s different.
@@sonialinsey8083 I mean often you can't loose the weight after you get treated, PLUS two kids. Please don't compare your experience to someone else's, as you don't know what their situation is. The worst part about thyroid problems is that they vary so often.
My absolute favourite is Seamstress of Bloomsbury -- their house-made crepe is beautiful. Very excited to discover Son de Flore, can't wait to purchase from them.
@@mushroomgal9614 I agree, I have stopped ordering new stuff from them. I have a few things from when I first discovered them in 2015 and have used a lot. That all look better than some of my newer stuff from them. The shirts are also all way to short now, I have one from 2015 that first perfectly, and a decent one from their top vintage Collab but newer ones are crop tops for me and only work with underbust high skirts.
Astrior is really nice, some vintage and others are antique inspired. Her clothes are really pretty and at an accessible price; I've never seen anything over $90
I’d recommend Hell Bunny for UK vintage lovers :). They take a while to get outside the UK, but their clothes are very pretty and are more affordable, as well as being size inclusive.
I wish people would stop throwing catch phrases like "they believe in inclusivity, anyone can wear these" And actually say what they actually mean. Is it the size? Is it the shapes? Is it tailored to wheelchair users? Do they have a "biologically male body" Line or what? Just say it as it is.
It’s a vintage 20’s (I think? I don’t remember) dressing gown that belonged to her very wealthy Great Aunt Stella. Acquiring a similar one today would be extremely expensive or you would have to pattern and sew it yourself.
I checked out son de flor thinking they would be around $100 USD. THEY ARE 250+!!. I don’t know anything about how much it takes to make an ethically sourced dress (assuming the materials are ethically sourced due to high price) but gosh damn!
The first one I had in a cool pink in 1987. Id love to still have it in my size now, it was a 12 and on sale, I'm an 8 now. And maybe in hot pink or cool green.
So nice to hear that the first company is inclusive for us girls who aren't skinny. Companies really need to start including bigger sizes to fit an average girl now. I just discovered that my edit never made it. I discovered that they are only "inclusive" by way of the modern of looks, but not size. It's still terribly small and only slightly bigger than other companies. I mean, even us average to heavy gals don't want to see a bigger modal sqeezed into something small, or in something very revealing. But the styles from this company are very nice. And being a sewer myself, I know how much fabric is now days, but I know they get it in bulk and I just can't see for the styles much fabric use that would call for just extravagant prices. Really, most people could MAYBE scrape together to buy one for a nice dress for events like weddings or Easter church. But definitely not more than one. If you could bring yourself to even spend that kinda money.
Most do there's no reason to accommodate people who are 500+ lbs as it's wasteful due to taking an entire bolt of fabric to make and the fact there's not much in the demand aspect
@Aya Jade Jesus christ, this is an ugly comment. That's also not what they are saying at all. There is a lot in between rail thin and 500lbs. And just because it says XXL on the label does not mean it was created for someone of that size to fit properly.
@@ivyblack8145 I'm fine with size exclusivity to a certain point I'm just not going to humor being wasteful as fat activists are trying normalize being over 500+lbs. An entire bolt of fabric is 32 yards which can make 8-16 dress or other garments for an adult size to waste it on one garment is insanely wasteful. That's before we get it's impossible to properly pattern for someone that size. I'm against Shein for the same reason of textile waste and you can't change reality of how much fabric,water, labor, etc it takes to make a single garment in the 5-6+xl range being incredibly wasteful. Don't know what planet you live on where calling out wasteful practices is considered an ugly comment instead of reality but I don't want to live in a place where that much selfishness is normalized
@@ayajade6683 You call people that big selfish, when so many of them suffer from disabilities, with some caused by the weight, that make it impossible for them to lose it. So maybe instead of sharing your hateful opinion no one asked for, you should educate yourself of a topic before speaking on it.
Emmy Design! Wonderful for EU peeps(import tax can be more expensive than the item) and they write where every tiny bit of fabric is sourced. Climate, ethical production and inclusivity focused. I love them!
I have a Diane von furstenburg the color authority dress from the 90s that I thrifted for a few dollars it’s a super soft velvet and has a beautiful nouveau velvet mesh yoke and it fits me perfectly. Was worried it wouldn’t since it was a medium and I’m an xl but then I remembered that vintage sizing is different depending on decade.
@@rocknroller77 I’m also mid-size (sorry for not clarifying) so I can usually fit into m-xl depending on the garment. Also something I’ve noticed with 90s clothes is that is that a lot of the ones I’ve worn tend to run larger. Like a 90s xl shirt is wayyyyy too big for me.
Yep, there were a lot of oversized clothes in the 90s... cut 6+ inches bigger in the bust and hips than you'd expect from the tag. I picked up a bunch of older stuff in 2000 in smaller sizes and wore them as a more traditional fit.
@@SerebroWD love scouring depop for vintage goth brand garments and I always keep in mind the sizing differences across decades and brands. Also have seen actual true vintage and antique garments (including antique Victorian mourning wear) for surprisingly good prices there.
Since I’m not into fashion in the way you are. I’d say whatever vintage brand you’re wearing is my favorite each one you wore looks great. The corset’s are well designed and constructed, but you’ve been blessed with the ideal figure to pull off any attire you put on.
I was really excited to see that Son De Flor has 3XS, but it turns out that the waist size is basically comparable to a US size 4 or 6, so I guess they're only "inclusive" to one side of the spectrum. 😢
Honestly in todays day and age, XXS-XXL isn’t exactly size inclusive so much as an average range of clothing sizes. Maybe a bit more expanded as lots don’t have XXS but other than that, it’s just fairly average size range
Kitten D'Amour (a bit pricey, with dresses in the AU $100-200 dollar range, but less pricey if you're from the US/UK, and far less pricey than the ones mentioned - however, ALL their dresses are limited edition, they only make a couple of hundred outfits) and I also wouldn't snub Dangerfield. It is the most eccentric - you can get anything there, it has all the vibes - and is the cheapest of the lot. Review can also have some vintage-style pieces, but not necessarily and is more pricey, though it often has good sales (2 dresses for $250, or outlet sales).
I will say only the lace made is reasonably priced but sadly only the first one has inclusive sizing. If your bust is over 35in don’t shop at lace made. I find if you like 1950s inspired dresses collectif London is a good reasonably priced and fairly size inclusive option. Would love for things like lace made to fit me😢
Voodoo Vixen is a good vintage style brand. I got one of my dresses for free from a lady from church, and two others at a local thrift store. There's a vintage store in my hometown that sells both vintage and vintage reproductions. I suspect the lady who owns the shop sometimes donates dresses that didn't sell.
That’s so funny, because I just thrifted a Diane von Furstenburg dress last week, and it’s my new favorite thing. I rarely if ever buy new, but it’s definitely a brand I’ll be looking for second hand
anybody can wear son de flor?!?!??! really!?!??!?! all of the dresses i checked on their site only go from xxs to xxl and their clothes cant even fit me even though i can find clothes in normal shops in the normal sizes section, wtaf do you mean "they are inclusive and everyone can wear them"?!?!?!?
Son de flor really isn’t size inclusive… idk why we acting like companies who can barely accommodate to a US size 22 are inclusive. There’s plenty of ppl who are much bigger than that that still deserve access to clothing.
DFV is also an amazing quality. I have several of the dresses and all were my moms in the 70s. I also have DVF luggage, which had wheels long before it was a thing. DVF is my all time favores vintage and sometimes current, brand.
do you know any vintage brands that are accessibility friendly ? i love vintage inspired clothes but they always have so many buttons and i struggle to button things :/
