Style // How to Make Vintage Look New

zara floral print dress, vintage blazer, blue pumps, sage + sparkle, fashion blogger, NYC Blogger This weekend was a tease in NYC. The temps creeped up to 50 degrees, the sun was shinning and the smell of Spring was in the air. Then Monday morning hit and the polar vortex was back.  There is nothing like returning home from a week in Mexico, to an estimated 5-8 inches of snow.  Oh the joys of winter.... At least I was able to ditch the tights for a second to share with you one of my new favorite outfits, incorporating this fabulous vintage blazer.  This vintage 100% wool number actually belonged to my mother, circa late 1970's, and has been in my rotation for the past 7+ years.

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So let's do the math... this blazer is almost 40 years old! Crazy, right?!?  I happen to love vintage pieces especially when mixed into your wardrobe in a modern way.

TIPS FOR MAKING VINTAGE LOOK NEW:

  1. QUALITY - Look for pieces that are good quality (no unrepairable holes or rips)
  2. FIT - Ensure the fit is perfect; if not, get it tailored. I find that vintage clothing actually fits me better than modern day clothes as they tend to have smaller cut waist and more room in the hips (sign me up).
  3. ADD ACCESSORIES - While I paired this jacket with a dress that has a vintage pattern, the color of the shoes, and additional accessories, are what make this look modern and fresh.
  4. MODERATION - The most important step in wearing vintage is to do so in moderation.  You always want to look current and fresh, so stir clear of a head to toe vintage look... unless of course you're headed to a Mad Men themed party, where by all means... get your vintage on.

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zara floral print dress, vintage blazer, blue pumps, sage + sparkle, fashion blogger, NYC Blogger {Dress, Zara | Jacket, Vintage | Shoes, Forever 21 (previously seen here) | Handbag, Michael Kors (on SALE) | Watch/Bracelet, Michael Kors | Bow RingNecklace, WinkFlipNYC | Sunglasses, Michael Kors | Belt, JCrew (similar)}

Click on the items below to get the look (most are on SALE):

ANY VINTAGE PIECES IN YOUR WARDROBE YOU NEED HELP STYLING? SEND ME AN EMAIL... I WOULD BE HAPPY TO HELP! Fallon@SageandSparkle.com