On Catwalk Queen we love the high street, but we know as well as anyone that a wardrobe cannot be made of chain store clothing alone. I've picked out my top ten vintage websites for those girls who want the retro look but don't have the time to go rifling through car boots and charity shops. Prices are usually cheaper than chain stores but vary according to sites, I generally wouldn’t bother paying over odds unless it was something really special (red plastic deer brooch anyone?!) See after the jump for my picks from 10 to 6 are below, and check back tomorrow for numbers 5 to 1.
10. If it’s a vintage dress for a special occasion you’re after then Unique Vintage is a treasure trove of antiquey frocks. Their vintage Hane Mori dress is quite pricey at $148, but worth every penny.
9. Drop Your Drawers haven’t got masses of stuff but they do have a few gems, like this jaunty cape coat, $88. The site also includes a tantalizing directory of sold items, kind of the vintage site equivalent of peering into a closed charity shop.
8. As you’d expect from the name Posh Girl Vintage is a bit more expensive, but they have got some outstanding pieces like their strapless ‘50s Hawaiian dress.
7. Modcloth do a mix of vintage and new stuff and lucky CQ readers get 10% off. I like their silver Charles Jourdan pumps, $49.99. Prices range from about $25 to $60 for jackets and coats.
6. The Bees Knees is a lovely site choc full of vintage goodies and with prices between $20 and $50 you’re sure to find something you like. My personal fave is their mod bag ($25), tan and silver are soo in at the moment. They also have some gorgeous old and remade jewellery.
