Vintage, retro, preloved, deadstock: what the words mean
Vintage and retro aren't the same thing, and preloved can mean last year. A plain guide to the words you'll see on labels and listings.
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Notes from the shop on North Lane: sizing, care and how to shop for vintage.
How to wash and look after vintage clothes
A bit of care keeps a vintage piece going for another fifty years. How to wash it, dry it, store it and keep the moths away.
What to check before you buy a vintage piece
Old clothes have lived a life. A few quick checks, from seams to zips to fabric, tell you whether a piece will last or needs a little work.
How to find your size in vintage clothes
A size 14 from the 1970s can fit like a modern 10. Here's how to work out what will actually fit you, with a tape measure and a few minutes.