How to Dress Vintage

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.

About the Author

Gabi Jones is an actress and avid vintage fashion enthusiast who is known on social media for showcasing her vast collection and knowledge of vintage clothes. She resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota.