Where can I find reasonably detailed reference images of smart everyday women's clothes from the 1940s, 50s and early 60s? [more inside]
posted by stuck on an island on Oct 28, 2009 - 18 answers

I am a vintage dress freak and have a handful of dresses that need some TLC - ripped lace and a few pieces with gold stitch embroidering (sp?) are getting really worn out. Any suggestions for a place in the GTA who could handle a range of vintage clothing repair needs? TIA
posted by jennyhead on Apr 30, 2009 - 6 answers

Looking for a UK clothing designer's website I saw a few years ago. As well as making tweed jackets and other garments, they had another "arm" of the business that specialised in vintage looking, quirky, World War 2 era replica work clothing that was trendy and quite pricey rather than historically accurate, as well as vintage kitchen and garden tools. [more inside]
posted by fire&wings on Aug 25, 2007 - 8 answers

I need Cleaning Vintage Clothing 101. [more inside]
posted by Medieval Maven on Mar 19, 2007 - 5 answers

Where can I get an awesome retro-military coat like Captain Jack Harkness? [more inside]
posted by John Kenneth Fisher on Nov 21, 2006 - 8 answers

It would be great if people could share their favourite suppliers/retailers/tailors for affordable, quality shirts. I'm talking about shirts which are either interesting, different or vintage. I'd be especially keen on those with detachable collars - this was in fact the reason for my asking the question. [more inside]
posted by dance on Jul 17, 2006 - 1 answer

Help me find a costume for a Vintage Vegas Lounge Party. [more inside]
posted by UnclePlayground on Jun 6, 2006 - 5 answers

I have some vintage clothes with permanent accidental creases in unwanted places. I was wondering how to remove them. One on a leather jacket and one is on a denim shirt. [more inside]
posted by lukeomalley on Apr 17, 2006 - 3 answers

What are your favorite styles or pieces of clothing that defy trends? [more inside]
posted by Alison on Jan 26, 2006 - 15 answers