Description
| Product ID: | 9781683693246 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | New to You |
| Subtitle: | How to Buy, Fix, and Keep Classic Clothing |
| Authors: | Author: Melody Fortier |
| Page Count: | 192 |
| Subjects: | Self-help, personal development and practical advice, Self-help & personal development, Fashion and style guides, Fashion & style guides |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Vintage clothing offers couture quality at a fraction of the price. But how can you spot a Dior original in a rack stuffed with Little Black Dresses? Vintage-clothing dealer Melody Fortier demystifies the entire process so you ll know just what to look for, what to avoid, and what to pay. The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping shares insider tips for evaluating quality, selecting problem-free pieces, ensuring the perfect fit and silhouette, and caring for your unique finds. Sick of cheap, wasteful, disposable fast fashion? Learn how to shop for vintage clothing and accessories and build a more sustainable, stylish closet. In this indispensable guide, anyone who buys or wears women’s clothing will learn how to: • Avoid overpaying • Sort trash from treasure • Fix minor flaws—and spot major ones • Find your ideal silhouette (including tips for plus-size shoppers) • Alter and repurpose garments • Care for delicate vintage fabrics Buying older clothing means getting beautiful pieces that are built to last, without contributing to sweatshops or landfills—but only if you know what to look for. Let a vintage clothing expert guide you to ethical fashion bliss! Previously published as The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping in 2009, this updated edition includes a new introduction and resources for evaluating online and brick-and-mortar shops. |
| Imprint Name: | Quirk Books |
| Publisher Name: | Quirk Books |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2022-11-08 |