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It's Vintage, Darling!: How to be a Clothes Connoisseur [Hardcover]

Christa Weil
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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21 Sep 2006
If you’re idling somewhere in wardrobe limbo, getting to stylish can be a long haul. And all second-hand shoppers face the same problem. There are so many pieces to be had, the natural impulse is to buy, buy, buy, simply because it’s so much fun, fun, fun. This quickly leads to wardrobe overload – a collection of clothing that is ‘eclectic’ to put it kindly, and ‘one big mishmash’, to put it honestly. But armed with insider secrets about recognising quality and how to dress to suit your figure, you can transform your look.

Whether rummaging in a charity shop, browsing in an antiques market or scouring the internet in search of the perfect 1940s jacket, an original Ozzie Clarke or something to add a twist to a high street outfit, you’ll find this guide to buying and wearing vintage indispensable.

Full of fantastic stories and useful information, this is the perfect companion for anyone who loves clothes (and bags and shoes!) The next time you’re complimented on a unique outfit wonderfully accessorized, simply reply, ‘It’s Vintage, Darling!’

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  • Hardcover: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton (21 Sep 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0340922753
  • ISBN-13: 978-0340922750
  • Product Dimensions: 16.1 x 3.4 x 20.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 175,491 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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'All the inside info you need...fabulous'

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About the Author

Christa Weil is a freelance journalist and fabulous shopper who lived in New York and Paris before moving to London. This is her first book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Passion for Fashion 20 Mar 2007
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This book is extremely well researched and written. It feels like she wants you to know every single thing there is to know about fashion, without holding anything back. You can really sense her passion. It covers all eras, has famous people writing their opinion on their subject of choice throughout the book, care for clothes etc. Very comprehensive. Only downside I would say is that I wish there were pictures to accompany literature especially details about stitch quality etc- would have been helpful to see what she was talking about for the less initiated and non-fashion-student people like myself.

Another thing also is I wouldn't buy her other book if I've already got this as they have very similar content, so either get one or the other.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book 20 Jan 2010
By SLB
Format:Hardcover
This is a must-buy for anyone with an interest in vintage clothes. It's a treasure trove of information, going into more detail than I had even dared to hope for!
Never again will you accidentally bypass an amazing find in a charity shop - the author arms you with all the tips and tricks you need to recognise pure quality, even if the label has long been ripped out of the garment!
Well researched, hugely informative, relevant to the UK, and very entertaining and easy to read. I highly recommend this book. Buy it, you won't regret it! :)
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4.0 out of 5 stars Useful and well researched 28 Dec 2012
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A good primer for everyone starting a vintage clothes and accessories collection. Well written, easy-to-read and full of practical advice
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great advice! 10 Jan 2012
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I got this book for my wife as we have recently begun attending vintage fairs. The book is short on pictures (ie there arent any) but excellent for advice on what to look for (eg types of buttons/zips) when sourcing original vintage items. An excellent resource for anyone interested in selling vintage items as a hobby or as a job
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