Why Shop Vintage Fashion?

If you’re not convinced about shopping vintage just yet, let us also share a few reasons why it’s a sustainable alternative to shopping new:

1. Better For The Environment  

The first reason is quite self explanatory. When you give an unwanted garment or product a new home, it has a new life. One garment may not mean much to the last wearer, but it may be the next best thing to hit your wardrobe. Rather than sending your unwanted clothes to landfill, sell or give it to someone who may want it more, you will make their day and the planet’s life.

2. Better Quality Product

It’s a fact that many products produced a few decades ago are better quality than pieces made today. Fast fashion has seen brands reduce quality in order to speed up production, and while their items may keep up with microtrends throughout the year, they aren’t built to last. Shopping second-hand and vintage can help you to tap into higher quality clothing, as well as luxury labels that are more affordable now.

3. Spend Less Money 

In some cases, not all, but in some cases, vintage is a cheaper alternative to high-end high street, which often emulates vintage clothing anyway. If you have a discerning eye, you can find vintage clothes that also fit new trends and get the best of both worlds. Save money, shop vintage. 

4. Support Small Business

Finally, instead of spending your money with big brands, why not support smaller, more curated brands? We’re big fans of curated vintage brands like Atijo, Bonsergent, and Retold, and it’s nice to know we’re supporting small businesses that are often female-founded too.