Vintage fashion posts by fashion blog, CutandChicVintage. Features tips and tricks on buying vintage, vintage cleaning and care, and vintage style hacks.
If you’re like me and you like finding out the story behind your vintage finds, then finding out when your item was made is a good place to start. Here is a list of some really great resources I’ve come across on dating vintage clothing. Label Resource A-Z, Vintage Fashion Guild, http://vintagefashionguild.org/label-resource/ The ultimate source online for learning about vintage…
My heart sinks a little when I’ve found the perfect blouse only to find “Dry Clean Only” written on the care instructions label sewn inside. I came in for just one blouse instead I’m faced with easily spending enough for two blouses on a trip to the dry cleaners. It’s definitely an expense I’d like to avoid if I can.…
Ever wash your clothes in the washing machine* only to find a rip in one of your garments? Don’t you hate it when that happens? Even when you use the supposedly gentle delicate cycle, tears happen to the best of us. Don’t fret chic-a-dees! If you happened to find a tear at the seam of one of your favorite items, here’s…
I’m sure you’ve heard the expression before, “A little goes a long way”. This wise old adage holds true with vintage clothing as well. If you happen to find yourself falling madly in love with a vintage garment, but sadly it’s too big for you or it’s not “hugging” you in all the right places, chin up my dearies! Don’t…
So you’ve bought your vintage garment and fallen madly in love with it, but will it stay with you forever? Like with all things you love, treat it with tender loving care and your romance should stand the test of time. Here are some tips and tricks on how to care for your lovely vintage items. Read on for tips…
