Two dresses in vintage style/ Dvije haljine u vintage stilu

February 12, 2016

It was raining when these photographs were taken and the weather was rather gloomy, but I didn't mind. Can you guess why? Recently I've talked about my love for patterns and prints. Well, I'm feeling quite happy right now because I received two dresses from dresslink. Both of them are exactly my cup of tea. It feels so nice to slip into a cute dress. It always make me feel more feminine and lady like. That would be all for today. Have a great weekend!

Kišilo je kada su ove fotografije uslikane i vrijeme je bilo poprilično sumorno, ali nije me bilo briga. Možete li pogoditi zašto? Nedavno sam pričala o svojoj ljubavi prema uzorcima. Danas sam poprilično sretna jer sam dobila dvije haljine od dresslinka. Obje su baš po mome guštu. Lijep je osjećaj nositi neku slatku haljinu. Odmah se osjećam ženstveno i više kao dama. Ugodan vikend!

post update: Another way to wear this pattern dress. This polka dot pattern with roses is so chic!

striped dress/haljina na prugice
polka dots dress/ haljina na točkice i cvijeće

POST UPDATE

FIND MORE PHOTOS FROM MOSTAR AND MORE POSTS ABOUT MOSTAR

OUTFIT POST, MOSTAR APRIL 2024

ONE OF MY LAST POST FROM MOSTAR HERE

ZRINJEVAC PARK IN WINTER

PHOTOS OF NERETVA RIVER & SPORTY STYLING 2023

OUTFIT POST FEATURING A LEATHER JACKET IN MOSTAR CITY

SPANISH SQUARE IN MOSTAR CITY

WHAT HAVE I BEEN WEARING IN MOSTAR?

ŠANTIĆEVA THE MOST PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY STREET IN MOSTAR 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/04/happy-easter-weekend-everyone-wiwt.html- EASTER POST FROM MY HOME

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/04/a-vintage-white-blazer-blue-jeans-diy.html- RESTAURANT ROMANCA

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/04/ozz-students-fashion-show-under.html- MOSTAR INTERNATIONAL FAIR

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/03/uno-nessuno-e-centomila-one-no-one-and.html- ŠANTIĆ STREET IN MOSTAR

THE JAPANESE CHERRY TREES IN MOSTAR / PARK ZRINJEVAC FASHION ILLUSTRATION

TWO MORE POSTS ABOUT MOSTAR: HERE & HERE SPANISH SQUARE MOSTAR HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM MOSTAR ! FAREWELL TO SUMMER FROM MOSTAR CITY 2018 STREET ART MOSTAR , 2016 STREET ART , 2021 STREETART and also here , here and here. STROLLING MOSTAR CITY 2021

OLDER posts about Mostar

1. You can see Mostar from the bird perspective in my previous posts (here, here and here).

2. One of my favourite streets in Mostar here and here.

3. Musala bridge (also known under its old name Tito's bridge here and here)

4. You can see photographs of Mostar's Catholic cathedral here.

5. You can see images of Mostar and its famous Nertva river here, here and here.

6. You can see the surrounds of one of its most iconic Catholic churches in Mostar here.

7. You can see both photographs of old bridge and my drawing of it here.

CAN YOU SEE HOW OBSSESSED I AM WITH BLOGGING ABOUT MOSTAR YET?

8. Another one of my favourites when it comes to streets here.

9. You can see photographs of Croatian cultural centre/theater here , here , here , here and here.

10. You can see photographs of the main city park here here, here, here and here.

11. You can see images of Spanish square here, here , here , here and here.

12. You can see photographs of Custom's bridge here and here.

13. You can see photographs of the new bridge here and here. 14. A few photographs from old city centre (2018) here.

15. What to wear for sightseeing Mostar in summer here.

16. This post is focused on 7 outfits I wore but you can see many of Mostar's attractions there as well. I suppose the same can be said for most of my outfit posts. 17. Mostar as an Easter destination (2019) here.

DON'T FORGET - MOSTAR IS A GREAT DINNING DESTINATION!

18. Mostar dinning and cafe recommendations here.

19. Hiking options in Mostar here.

20. My drawing of Mostar old bridge here.

21. University campus in Mostar here.

22. How I have fallen in love with Mostar here.

MIRO GAVRAN'S BOOK PROMOTION IN MOSTAR MAY 2024null

haljina/ dress: dresslink
long cardigan / dugi kardigan: CNdirect ( here/ovdje)
coat/ kaput: vintage
tights/ najlonke: not branded, nisu markirane
shoes/ cipele: Peko

haljina/ dress: dresslink
long cardigan / dugi kardigan: CNdirect
coat/ kaput: vintage
tights/ najlonke: not branded, nisu markirane
shoes/ cipele: Peko

VINTAGE STYLE CAN MEAN CLOTHES FROM THE NINETIES BUT FOR ME IT USUALLY MEANS CLOTHES FROM THE 1960s AND EARLIER

QUOTED FROM WIKIPEDIA

Vintage clothing is a generic term for garments originating from a previous era, as recent as the 1990s. The term can also be applied in reference to second-hand retail outlets, e.g. in vintage clothing store. While the concept originated during World War I as a response to textile shortages,^[1] vintage dressing encompasses choosing accessories, mixing vintage garments with new, as well as creating an ensemble of various styles and periods. Vintage clothes typically sell at low prices for high-end name brands.

Vintage clothing can be found in cities at local boutiques or local charities, or on the internet, e.g. eBay and Etsy, or through digital second-hand shopping websites. Vintage fashion has seen a reemergence in popularity within the 21st century due to increased prevalence of vintage pieces in the media and among celebrities, as well as consumer interests in sustainability and slow fashion.^[2]

"Vintage" is a colloquialism commonly used to refer to all old styles of clothing. A generally accepted industry standard is that items made between 20 and 100 years ago are considered "vintage" if they clearly reflect the styles and trends of the era they represent. These clothing items come with a sense of history attached to them, which is one of the reasons they are valued by vintage enthusiasts.^[3] This sense of history allows consumers to express sentimental nostalgia for fashions of past eras and for aspects not common with modern items like craftsmanship.^[4]^[5] Vintage items are considered different than antique, which is used to refer to items 100 years old or more. Retro, short for retrospective, or "vintage style," usually refers to clothing that imitates the style of a previous era. Reproduction, or repro, clothing is a newly made copy of an older garment.

Clothing produced more recently is usually called modern or contemporary fashion.

In the United States, due to changes in clothing sizes, vintage sizes are often smaller than the corresponding contemporary size. For example, a garment from the 1970s labeled as Medium (M) might be similar in size to a 2010s Extra Small (XS). Vintage sewing patterns offer an option for those who want a historically accurate garment but cannot find one in their size.

Before the rise of industrial manufacture, construction of most articles of clothing required extensive hand labor. Clothing worn by farmers and laborers was more a matter of practicality than fashion. In order to maximize value, clothing was repaired when worn or damaged, sometimes with layers of patching. Used clothing, in reasonable condition, could be tailored for a new owner. When too tattered to repair, an article might have been taken down to scraps for use in a quilt or braided rag rug, or used as rags for cleaning or dusting.^[8]

The term "vintage" in relation to "vintage fashion" and "vintage clothing" was first used in 1997 by Matthew Adams who founded Frock Me!, the first vintage fashion fair in the UK.

During World War I, the United States launched a conservation campaign, with slogans such as "Make economy fashionable lest it become obligatory". One result was an approximate 10% reduction in wartime trash production.^[8]

Into the 20th and 21st centuries, vintage clothing has seen increased popularity throughout media and pop culture. The tides of popular fashion create demand for ongoing replacement of products with something that is new and fresh.^[2] Once known as secondhand clothing, is now seen as vintage clothing. This is due in part to increased visibility through media, film and television, and celebrity influence. In the past 20 years, vintage fashion has been featured in leading fashion and lifestyle magazines, including a 2011 publication of Marie Claire.^[2] The popularity of period pieces within film and television has also contributed to trends of vintage fashion. The authentic portrayal of 1960s fashions in the 2007 award winning series Mad Men sparked a resurgence of glamour in consumer interest. This was reflected in a prevalence of 1950 and 60s fashions in 2010 runways, and increased sales at vintage shops. In the early 2000s, celebrities like Reese Witherspoon and Renee Zellweger brought vintage clothing into the media by wearing vintage pieces to red carpets.^[2]

In the past decade, vintage clothing has become part of the movement towards environmental sustainability and sustainable fashion, and is an aspect of slow fashion, a concept coined in 2007 by Kate Fletcher. Vintage fashion appeals to consumer interests of ethical clothing as it falls under categories of reusing, recycling and repairing items rather than throwing them away.^[6]

Vintage shopping trends have also seen a transition to E-commerce, with the emergence of sites such as Depop, founded in 2011, ThredUp, founded in 2009, and TheRealReal, founded in 2011. When new retailers try to enter the market for vintage clothing, they face certain barriers unique to this segment of the fashion industry. For example, authenticity and exclusivity are two very important factors that vintage clothing consumers look for, so guaranteeing these qualities is of greatest importance for the retailers. Knowing and disclosing the origin of the clothing is a crucial component of succeeding in the vintage clothing retail industry. ^[9]

Those who purchase vintage clothes may wear them frequently or use them as showpieces of great value within their wardrobe. These tend to never be worn, rather appreciated from their new home in the owner's closet. While some people may keep these clothes in their possession for a long time, others may look to repurpose, mend, or pass these items to new owners.^[10]

Historically based sub-cultural groups like rockabilly and swing dancing played a part in the increased interest in vintage clothes. In Finland the vintage scene resulted in a registered non-profit organization called Fintage, from common interest in the preservation of material culture and the environment.