How to Know If It's Vintage

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May 8, 2012
99kkats Says:
So where can I find Vintage clothing...help my friends! :) I just realized after watching these tutorials that my fashion sense or "look" has always been about 1920's or 1940's look to it. I love the era where there was a modest look to women. So please make a video Strawberry Koi (still havent gotten your name down hehee) on where to buy vintage clothing!

Feb 26, 2012
mocwashertwice Says:
check out bittersheep.etsy.com, they actually have some pretty decent stuff and great prices...i prefer them over most other vintage shops. hope this helps anyone I have a feeling they're goona get really big soon...

Feb 21, 2012
hellosunshinedolly Says:
this is so so so helpful thank you so much!

Nov 21, 2011
ItStHeTwInS1 Says:
your so CUTE ! (:

Nov 1, 2011
piperlovegood Says:
I would like to add a lot of old clothes were hand made. I know that my grandmother didn't believe in buying clothes(probably having to do with being the middle child of 7 in the depression. I'm wondering how you can tell out side of tags, style and zippers.

Oct 1, 2011
ShushLorraine Says:
There are so many comments, so this may have already been said. Most likely the reason that there were only buttons during the 40s, and zippers before and after had to do with the "war effort". I've heard many stories of even elastic not being available, that people made elastic out of strips of rubber tire. Automobiles were not built during the war. It stands to reason that zippers were not made. Factories were converted to building for the war. What patriotism!

Sep 26, 2011
tubesoxabc Says:
this video needs some great vintage music! ck out these cool cats from L.A. that have a vintage vibe and amazing sound. they will take you baack to the 60s. search nutty jazz doll

Sep 6, 2011
SteveArpo Says:
Your beautifully natural and beguiling nature meant that I was captivated by your every word.

Aug 25, 2011
CombineHgrunt Says:
Read the blue text the item has.

Aug 16, 2011
chairuser4 Says:
I love you,marry me,lol my dream girl,lol

Jul 21, 2011
davidkhotsady Says:
who would've known a few years later..she will do cover songs.. Karmin! lol

Jul 16, 2011
TransUnicorn Says:
Were clothes better made and more tightly stitched in the 1950's?

Jun 12, 2011
ImperialSwing Says:
Hey! I have a vintage fashion blog - imperialswing.blogspot.com is it okay if I post your video?

May 1, 2011
hansololeia77 Says:
definitely enjoyed your video :) another indicator of vintage material: if the tag reads "Made in the United States"

Apr 25, 2011
omgsistas Says:
Hi! I love your vintage style! It's difficult for me too actualy figure out what to wear! so.... I was wondering if you could show us YOUR CLOSET!!! Thumbs up if you agree!!!!!!!

Apr 23, 2011
prospectsammer Says:
i was wondering if you could help me date my vintage prom dress that i found at a consignment shop. I have a picture available if you could just send me a message that would be great! :) i've googled the information for my dress multiple times and i can't find anything. I'm just very curious. thanks a lot! :)

Apr 23, 2011
prospectsammer Says:
Hi Aya, i just watched your How to know if it's vintage video, and i was wondering if you could help me date my vintage prom dress that i found at a consignment shop. I have a picture available if you could just send me a message that would be great! :) i've googled the information for my dress multiple times and i can't find anything. I'm just very curious. thanks a lot! :)

Apr 7, 2011
SincerelySkyeTV Says:
was that spirited away in the background? :)

Mar 30, 2011
contrastively Says:
I loved this video! :) Keep up the great work!!!

Mar 21, 2011
fmgypsy Says:
This was incredibly helpful and informative! Thank you!

Mar 11, 2011
StellaLilly Says:
Regarding zippers-- Zippers have been used in America since 1934 when the YYK began manufacturing zippers. So, zippers in the 30 and 40 garments are possible. You might find them among garments from the upper class and the military.

Mar 11, 2011
demottt Says:
You are cute and natural.

Mar 1, 2011
foxfoobar Says:
Well it's always the same, no matter if it's Hi-Fi, Synthesizers, Cars, Music etc. vintage gear rules!!! The only "things" i wouldn't want to be vintage is GIRLS!... %D

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Here it finally is! I had SO much trouble filming this video, I literally filmed it 3 times, because I had the most difficult time finding good lighting... and this was the best I could get, sigh! This is just for that beginner, wanting to gain a few ideas on how to date vintage. It's not hard... More