sentimental heart (a guest post by abbey)

to the beach!

cardigan: vintage // swimsuit top: old navy // shorts: garage // necklaces: vintage // belt: vintage // shoes: TOMS // sunglasses: Forever 21

There's just something so sentimental about wearing vintage. Whether it's a vibrant dress belonging to your Grandmother when she was a teen, or a comfy oversized cardigan found in a local vintage shop, each piece has its very own story. Sometimes we're familiar with these stories, and sometimes they remain unknown, letting us use our imaginations to fill in the blanks. 

By shopping vintage, we can help support independent businesses while acquiring beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces & treasures. 

Vintage shopping can be a bit of a 'hit or miss', but with these tips, you'll become a vintage shopper extraordinaire in no time!

{do your research} Check online to see if there are any vintage shops in or near your town/city. Who knows? Your vintage haven just might be a couple minutes away!

{belt it} If a dress is a few sizes to big, it could be a blessing in disguise. Just tie a belt around the waist for a more casual kind of look.

{mix and match} You never need to shop for an entire vintage ensemble. Look for pieces that you think would go well with things you already have in your closet.

{approach with an open mind} If you're looking for something very specific, 'a pastel blue dress with a peter pan collar from the year 1943', for example, chances are you probably won't have the best of luck. Instead, head out with an open mind and see what catches your eye.

Happy hunting! What's your favourite thing about shopping vintage?

-Abbey

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Hello! I'm Abbey - an aspiring writer, photographer, and daydreamer living in the Canadian prairies. It's a pleasure to meet you! Come visit me over at The Inglenook, my little space of lovely things.