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Vintage inspired fashion encompasses new vintage style clothing mostly from the 1930s to the 1970s. The looks are fun, sophisticated, and flattering to women and men. Get inspired by the fashions of the past and shop for a wardrobe that fits your personality. These articles are all about creating vintage outfits that blend all the retro decades into a style that is as unique as you are.

1970s Lingerie Fashion | Panties, Bras, Teddies, Slips

1970s Lingerie Fashion | Panties, Bras, Teddies, Slips

1970s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

Despite the trend for women to be bra-less and girdle-less in the 70s, the luxury lingerie market was hot stuff….
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1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s Men’s Western Wear

1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s Men’s Western Wear

Vintage Inspired

Men’s western wear served as the roots for denim jeans, plaid shirts, cowboy boots, and hats. The look hasn’t changed…
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Men’s Vintage Denim Jeans History

Men’s Vintage Denim Jeans History

Vintage Inspired

The History of Vintage Jeans By the 1850s, denim fabric itself had already been around for years. However, in 1872,…
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1920s Wedding Dress History | Bridesmaids, Mothers

1920s Wedding Dress History | Bridesmaids, Mothers

1920s Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

During and after WWI, the wedding industry had few ceremonies. This began to change in the 1920s. Widowed young women…
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1910s Men’s Hairstyles & Trends

1910s Men’s Hairstyles & Trends

Edwardian Fashion 1900-1910s· Mens Fashions History· Vintage Inspired

While the early 1900s had men wearing hair in unusual shapes with defined parts and dramatic volume, the 1910s were…
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1950s Men’s Underwear History

1950s Men’s Underwear History

1950s Fashion History· Mens Fashions History· Vintage Inspired

Men’s underwear in the 1950s changed little from styles in the 1940s.  Most men chose from 1.) knit or woven…
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Vintage Western Wear Clothing, Outfit Ideas

Vintage Western Wear Clothing, Outfit Ideas

Vintage Inspired

Long before city slickers became urban cowgirls, there were real women who wore western themed clothing for duties on the…
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90s Outfits for Guys | Trendy, Party, Cool, Casaul

90s Outfits for Guys | Trendy, Party, Cool, Casaul

Mens Fashions History· Vintage Inspired

90s guy’s clothing is once again trending back in fashion, perhaps if only for a 90s themed party. From the…
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The VintageDancer’s Costume Photos

The VintageDancer’s Costume Photos

1920s Fashion History· 1930s Fashion History· 1940s Fashion History· 1950s Fashion History· 1960s Fashion History· 1970s Fashion History· 1980s Fashion History· Mens Fashions History· Steampunk Fashion· Victorian Fashion History· Vintage Inspired

So what does the VintageDancer team (Debbie and Oscar) wear when we dress up? A bit of everything! From Victorian…
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Men’s Vintage Sweater Vest History 1910s, 1920s, 1930s, 1940s

Men’s Vintage Sweater Vest History 1910s, 1920s, 1930s, 1940s

1920s Fashion History· 1930s Fashion History· Edwardian Fashion 1900-1910s· Mens Fashions History· Vintage Inspired

The men’s sweater vest, sleeveless sweater, knitted waistcoat, and sleeveless jumper are some of the names for pullover and button-down…
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Vintage Reproduction Shoe Brands

Vintage Reproduction Shoe Brands

Vintage Inspired

Need to know where to buy vintage reproduction shoes, vintage style shoes, and vintage dance shoes? These lists for women’s…
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Retro Men’s Swim Trunks – 1960s, 1970s, 1980s History

Retro Men’s Swim Trunks – 1960s, 1970s, 1980s History

Mens Fashions History· Vintage Inspired

What did men wear to the pool or beach in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and beyond? Since men’s retro swim…
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Men’s Retro Workout Clothes 70s, 80s, 90s| Tracksuits, Sweatshirts

Men’s Retro Workout Clothes 70s, 80s, 90s| Tracksuits, Sweatshirts

Mens Fashions History· Vintage Inspired

Men’s retro workout clothes, gym clothes, and sportswear are back! Looking at all of the fun colors and bold patterns,…
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Men’s Vintage Gym Clothes 1920s-1950s | Sweatshirts, Shorts, Tops, Shoes Styles

Men’s Vintage Gym Clothes 1920s-1950s | Sweatshirts, Shorts, Tops, Shoes Styles

Mens Fashions History· Vintage Inspired

What did men wear to the gym to workout or play sports in the 1920s, 1930s, 1940s or 1950s?  From…
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How to Date or Research Vintage Labels, Brands, and Designers

How to Date or Research Vintage Labels, Brands, and Designers

Vintage Inspired

Want to know how to research a brand or vintage label or date an vintage item? Here are some of…
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Vintage Style Men’s Shorts

Vintage Style Men’s Shorts

Vintage Inspired

Men’s vintage shorts started out as a sportswear only option until vacationers created short “walking length” trousers. Shorts remained long…
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1990s Fashion | 90s Fashion Trends for Women

1990s Fashion | 90s Fashion Trends for Women

Vintage Inspired

Ahh the ’90s. The decade of  my youth, teenage, and young adult years. I never thought I would be writing…
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Men’s Vintage Winter Boots- Snow and Rain

Men’s Vintage Winter Boots- Snow and Rain

Vintage Inspired

A well dressed vintage gentlemen may experience a bit of a conundrum when it comes to winter footwear.  What kind…
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Vintage Winter Outfits- Ideas to Keep Warm

Vintage Winter Outfits- Ideas to Keep Warm

Vintage Inspired

The desire to dress vintage (1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s) in winter when temperate dips into freezing, snow piles…
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Men’s Vintage Slippers | Classic Loafers, Opera, Smoking Shoes

Men’s Vintage Slippers | Classic Loafers, Opera, Smoking Shoes

Vintage Inspired

Classic men’s vintage slippers in leather, silk, velvet or cloth make great gifts for the holidays.  From the turn of…
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