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This look is for the girl with an admiration for feminine things and the will to change up her style. With the right accessories you can be chic, so just try it out and see if the vintage look is the look for you. Do the following to help achieve the vintage look:

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    Makeup: To achieve a vintage, feminine look, try a pastel color palette with different shades of purple (for instance, violet, lilac, lavender, light pink, blue and cream). Then, go with a neutral lip-shade for daytime (a shade lighter than your natural lip-color) and a darker color for the evening (a shade darker than your natural lip-color, depending on what color your skin is, different shades of red). A common vintage look is to match your eyeshadow with you dress for the day and bring in gold and silver shimmer tones for evening wear.
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    Clothing: Tank tops are great, especially when layered and in various shades of pastel colors like purple, pink, blue and cream. Lot's of cardigans (cozy, sleek and classic). Faded and ripped jeans are always a good buy. If you want, you can also rip your own jeans instead of buying another pair. Light scarves are nice and can add a pop of color to any outfit. Dresses with ruffles or lace details are pretty and great for spring and summer. Look for clothing with vintage looking patterns, silhouettes, and trim. Buying vintage inspired clothing is one very easy way to achieve a vintage look with new clothing.
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    Shoes: All Star sneakers are a cute touch that make a very feminine outfit, a bit more modern and made for everyday. For the right occasion, leather sandals or flip-flops are a good choice as well. Don't forget cute heels and wedgies to go with skirts and dresses. Ballet flats are both vintage and modern too.
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    Jewelry and Accessories: Pearls are beautiful, feminine and always a good choice. Pearl stud earrings make for a classy everyday wear and scream sophisticated. Amulets are interesting and give a vintage effect as well (try getting one with your birth-stone in it). Rings are nice too (try getting this with your birth-stone in it too). As far as bags and purses are concerned, messenger bags in leather are a great choice for everyday. Clutches in light pink or embellished with glitter or beads are very feminine and glamorous. If clutches bother you then attach a strap and sling over your shoulder. This is nice evening wear.
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    Hair: Go for beachy waves or curls when trying out the vintage look. It's a classic and sophisticated hairstyle that looks quite feminine. Another great hairstyle is the messy bun. With any hairstyle, however, you can always add a little bling! Pin and braid you hair back with cute clips. Learn vintage hairstyles like Victory Rolls or Bouffants. This is your chance to be unique and bring your own personal style into the look.
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EditTips

  • Every person adds their own personal style to a look so be creative and have fun!
  • Look at vintage photographs and catalogs for ideas of vintage style. Pick out your favorite elements and mix and match decades with modern clothes.
  • Do a search for vintage inspired clothing to see how designers have blended new and old styles into something very unique and fun.
  • This look is no problem for people on a budget because you don't need all new things to create it. Find a local secondhand or antique shop and just check it out. You just might find some hidden treasures.

EditWarnings

  • Anyone who tries to pull this look off, needs to have the personality to fill the clothes. The vintage look is free, flirty, fun and feminine. Be the look, don't just wear it.
  • Don't overspend! There are plenty of places that you can get great and affordable stuff at. All you need is a little imagination and you can create some really cute pieces! You're not obligated to spend a ton of money to make this look amazing.

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