How to Dress Vintage - by Gabi Jones (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Dress Through the Decades With Style

Learn how to dress the way they did in every decade--from the Edwardian 1900s to the grunge Y2K era, and everything in between-- --with this incredible guide to vintage-inspired fashion.

Gabi Jones from Gabi's Vintage shares her best tips for how to find older clothes, how to make new clothes look vintage and notes on the shapes and silhouettes of every decade. You'll learn about the cultural influences and historical context that ground each era--from the floral feed sack dresses of the Great Depression to the logos and bright colors of the '80s.

Each decade features tons of photographs and illustrations, so you can easily find color palettes, fashion motifs and even historically inspired lookbooks at a glance. At the end of each chapter, you'll find outfit ideas that range from subtle inspiration to period-accurate perfection, so you can decide just how old-school you want to look.

With this comprehensive resource, you'll always be able to put together the perfect vintage outfit for any occasion.

Review Quotes

"Gabi has turned the art of dressing in vintage styles into a science. Each major era in fashion is broken down to its elements, making it easy to put together outfits that look and feel authentic. Anyone interested in vintage fashion should have a copy of this book on their shelves."
-- Ivy Thompson, creator of The Sewlo Artist

"This book is fantastic for connecting past fashion with contemporary style. Gabi's thoughtful research and practical guidelines make this a must-read for anyone looking to build a historically inspired wardrobe."
-- Charlotte Engel, professional makeup artist and clothing historian

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