My top 5 tips for incorporating vintage into a modern look

Posted by on Friday, September 30, 2011 · 5 Comments 

Revived 60s frock from Minxy Vintage

1. Pair a favoured vintage item with neutral separates or accessories. This adds vintage flavour and depth to an outfit, without going the whole shebang. It also works a treat for toning down way-out pieces.

2. Reference earlier eras in line with current fashion trends. For example, forgo current bold shoulder styles and Peter Pan-collared frocks in favour of real-deal forties items. In good condition, these look infinitely better than the chainstore rip-offs.

3. ‘Undo’ items from more prim, less-permissive eras with loose and easy tresses or accessories, and vice versa by dressing up more casual styles for modern glam.

4. Vintage shoes are the hardest accessories to make appear current. Only wear them if you have complete confidence rocking a vintage vibe.

5. It’s very modern to clash masculine and feminine, conservative and flamboyant – don’t wear a look head to toe, but rather mix up your references and highlight a mood with what you’re wearing.

Whatever you do, own it.

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5 Responses to “My top 5 tips for incorporating vintage into a modern look”
  1. Nat @ Dear Little House says:
    September 30, 2011 at 1:33 pm

    ‘Own it’, I like that :)

  2. Gaby says:
    September 30, 2011 at 10:59 pm

    That photo is amazing! And I think your last tip is my fave :)

  3. TheCraftyMinx says:
    October 1, 2011 at 7:59 am

    Thanks ladies! The sixties frock in the photo was a mess when I found it, and cost all of 4 dollars… Amazing what you can do with needle, thread & a small repair kit…

  4. Pauline says:
    October 4, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    Hi there – just wanted to say thanks for your second book. It is long awaited (October seemed so long when I went to your last book signing but here it is already). Fabulous to see the photos of you in all your faves – kids haven’t given me enough time to read the text yet but a quick flick through has me all excited! :-) Riley’s mum

  5. TheCraftyMinx says:
    October 5, 2011 at 7:39 am

    Thanks Pauline – not surprised they’re keeping you busy, and hope you enjoy it when you get a chance to sit down and read. See you soon, no doubt! xK

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