Vintage shopping was once a luxury for those with a lot of time and patience. Trawling through vintage shops and markets certainly calls for a good eye and an ability to source treasures from the inevitable trash. However, over the past few years, dedicated vintage sellers have been cropping up all over the internet, sourcing the very best in wearable vintage for a hungry market. Now it seems there are literally hundreds of vintage sellers passing on pre-loved goods to the fashion conscious public. Narrowing down a long list of websites, iFashion picks out the top five online vintage destinations for you to browse and buy, from the comfort of your own home.
LA-based, the Spanish Moss vintage selection is one of the best we have seen online. Heavily influenced by Americana and the care-free spirit of the Wild West, the pieces are uniquely spellbinding, making a dramatic statement. We love the diverse range of kaftans and kimonos, richly embroidered and textured. Beading, embellishment and bold prints feature heavily in the exquisite hand-picked vintage range. Pricier than other vintage shops, the pieces warrant multiple uses, although simply browsing is great for inspiration.
Rokit
The Rokit webstore is a mecca for all things vintage and thrifted. Based in the UK, the easy to browse shop is divided into categories to help vintage lovers locate what they need easily. Some truly amazing embellished cocktail gowns can be found, as can casual staples such as plaid shirts and denim cut-offs.
Batoko
The Batoko online shop launched earlier this year and we can’t get enough. Owner and director Melanie Gunn sources the vintage threads for girls who crave wearing something different to what can be found on the over-saturated high street. We love the cute and bright array of one-of-a-kind items that can be found in the vintage section.
Yayer
Yayer is most definitely catered to the edgy fashionista and the handpicked vintage section is no exception. Everything has an instantly wearable feel, showcased by the brilliant styling of the models; mixing quirky vintage items with modern accessories and killer boots. We love the range of cosy knitwear and the fishtail skirts that are so popular in the blog-o-sphere.
The number one place for Vintage online is awarded to the gorgeous sisters behind Annie and the Mannequins (also found HERE). The identical twins decided to start up an online treasure trove of affordable vintage clothing that had an on trend appeal and instant wear-ability. Updated on a weekly basis, the girls have a great eye for styling and sourcing the very best in vintage, whilst keeping in mind the current fashion trends. What is more, the duo keep a great style blog, illustrating how easy it is to work vintage into a functioning wardrobe. We love the selection of faux furs, lady-like dresses, mannish oversized blazers and pleated skirts that are currently in circulation. You can buy Annie and the Mannequins clothing on both ebay and the recently launched ASOS marketplace store, so get clicking; you won’t be disappointed!
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