The return of vintage clothing
Dorrie Jacobson, 81, an internationally recognised expert on ageing stylishly, writes for her popular website Senior Style Bible, which celebrates stylish older women who are embracing their mature beauty.
I think one of the most exciting aspects of fashion at the moment, is the popularity of vintage clothing and accessories. Up until recently, I had always thought of vintage as “niche fashion.” It was something worn by rebellious teenagers, not fashion forward, sophisticated women. I mistakenly associated vintage pieces with smelling a little musty, looking a little tatty and also requiring entire weekends dedicated to trolling through flea markets to find them.
Well, times have changed. Vintage clothing is not only extremely fashionable, but incredibly collectible! A few years ago I stumbled upon a stunning boutique called Decades in LA. This is one of the best sources for vintage clothing in the country, and I immediately fell head over heels for everything in their gorgeously curated space. At that moment, an obsession was born. What I love about vintage pieces is the craftsmanship. Clothing and accessories were so beautifully made back in the day. That level of artistry is much harder to find in a modern world that has moved into mass merchandising. Accenting a wardrobe with vintage pieces is such a wonderful way to create a unique, signature look. You aren’t going to see anyone else in that piece, which is such a pleasure in a world dominated by cookie cutter fashion.
So, if you’re looking for inexpensive ways to individualize your look, and create a signature style that you can call your own, consider adding a few carefully curated vintage pieces into your wardrobe.
This vintage leopard fur jacket was sourced from a wonderful local vintage shop in Downtown Las Vegas, called Amberjoy’s Vintage Closet. There are certain statement pieces, like the leopard coat that never go out of style, so purchasing a vintage one, is going to be less expensive and a guarantee that the styling is unique. Plus, recycling is wonderful for the planet!
Scroll through the gallery above to see Dorrie model her stunning jacket. Do you have a “vintage” piece of clothing you love? Let us know in the comments below.
For more of Dorrie Jacobson, please visit Senior Style Bible or her popular Instagram here.
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