Good for Investment, Here are 5 Tips for Buying Vintage Clothing and Accessories

Illustration of tips for buying vintage clothes and accessories (Freepic/prostoleh)

YOGYAKARTA – The style of clothing with a vintage feel never goes out. The reason is, the latest trend is not just wearing something new. But also wearing vintage clothes in new ways while being aware of the impact fashion has on the environment. Do you know about quiet luxury which is practiced by spending wisely, for a long time, and for investment? Therefore, there's nothing wrong with shopping for vintage clothes with the following tips.

1. Know your size

When shopping for clothes, knowing your size is the most important thing. Especially before you go shopping, know how the trends that the clothing style brings to life. In vintage clothing that was popular in the 1950s, it was generally designed for people in their infancy which meant having smaller ribs and legs than they do today. It may not be easy to find the right size, but it is important to look carefully at each size label on the clothing and make notes on your size.

2. Recognize the types of fabric materials

Some fabrics don't age easily, while others stretch and fade easily. As old silk and lace are often fragile and prone to damage. So you have to be careful not only choosing materials but also treating clothes with certain types of fabrics. Usually, clothes made from cotton and natural fibers are safer. Meanwhile, polyester is the easiest, especially if washed in a washing machine.

Illustration of tips on buying vintage clothes and accessories (Freepik)

3. Buying vintage shoes is a bit tricky

Over the decades, the size of the feet will probably change. Your toes can be longer if you regularly jog. It can also get denser with changes in weight. So to choose shoes with vintage accents, a little bit complicated. So choose the right material, when choosing leather, know how to properly care for it so it doesn't peel and crack.

4. Vintage glasses are a good investment

Accessories are usually a good investment because there are some cool vintage eyeglass designs, reported by Metro, Monday, June 19. The lenses may not offer as much UV protection as modern sunglasses. But you can go for a famous brand name or designer like Dior or YSL from the 1970s and 1980s.

Illustration of tips on buying vintage clothes and accessories (Freepik/maryamarkevich)

5. Remember the 40-year cycle of fashion trends

Lots of vintage fashion trends have made a comeback in a certain era. Like the vintage Gucci look of the 1970s making a comeback after 40 years, in the near future. Apart from clothing, furniture designs also follow trends. Like Ossie Clark who designed antique furniture in the 1960s, it is back in vogue, rare and highly prized today.

Those are the five tips for shopping for vintage fashion for investment. Interested in a certain fashion style for the same purpose? You can try the tips above when shopping.