From searching through racks and racks of vintage clothing to looking for sought-after items online, vintage shopping can be stressful, but nothing beats the excitement of finally finding that perfect vintage piece of clothing. As a bonus, purchasing vintage is a truly sustainable way to shop.

However, once you’ve purchased your vintage clothing items, styling them can be tricky. So, how do you style vintage fashion? Here are some of our top tips to help you:

1.      Don’t Wear Vintage Head to Toe

One of the best tips we can give you when styling vintage fashion is not to wear vintage clothes head to toe. Instead, choose one or two vintage items to wear. For example, you could wear a pair of Golden Goose Sneakers with an outfit. Golden Goose has a range of vintage-inspired luxury shoes and sneakers that are not only beautifully constructed but look great paired with any outfit too.

2.      Have Fun with Layering

Another great tip when it comes to styling vintage fashion is to have fun with layering. For example, you could consider wearing a bow-accented blouse with a cosy sweater over the top. Pair this with a mini denim skirt and some cute flat boots, and you’re onto a winner.

3.      Add Vintage Accessories to Your Outfit

If you’ve never worn vintage clothing before, but you like the look of it, the best way to start wearing it is by adding vintage accessories to a modern outfit. Think vintage jewellery or structured smart Kelly bags. Another brilliant accessory that always looks great is a vintage silk scarf tied around the neck.

4.      Beware of Full-On Patterns

Most people who love vintage fashion love patterns; however, wearing too many patterns at once can be a bit too much. While this may be true, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t wear any patterns at all. Instead, choose just one patterned piece to wear.

5.      Add a Modern Twist

When styling a vintage outfit, it’s always a good idea to add something modern to your outfit. For example, if your entire outfit and accessories are vintage, don’t add a vintage hairstyle to your look. Instead, choose a more modern hairstyle or leave your hair in a ponytail. Likewise, if your clothes and hair are vintage-inspired, consider opting for a pair of ballerinas or converse to tone down the look. Balance is the key with vintage fashion.

6.      Wear Vintage Classics

Another brilliant piece of advice for anyone wanting to wear vintage clothes is to stick to the classics. For example, pairing a white blouse with some straight-leg denim jeans and a brown belt looks amazing. This combination has worked for decades and will continue to work for many years to come. You could even top this outfit off with a modern bag and some practical shoes to make it even more stunning.

Lots of us like the idea of wearing vintage clothes; however, many of us find it difficult to know how to make them look amazing. The good news is that styling vintage fashion doesn’t have to be complicated. Just follow our advice above, and you’ll be well on your way to creating your dream outfit.