So you’re new to vintage and don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve dabbled but want to level up your wardrobe game? Either way, welcome. Here’s your official starter pack to go from vintage-curious to full-blown icon.
1. Baby Tee or Graphic Tank
You need a sassy slogan top or a shrunken Y2K baby tee. It goes with everything, and it’s a guaranteed head-turner.
Think: Rhinestones, glitter text, old logos. Bonus if it says “Drama Queen.”
2. Statement Denim
Baggy jeans. Low-rise flares. Patchwork denim. A good pair of vintage jeans is non-negotiable.
They give off “cool without trying,” and they last forever.
3. Mini Skirt (or 3)
Whether it’s a pleated schoolgirl vibe or a 2000s micro-mini, this is a must-have.
Style it with: Baby tees, cropped cardigans, or oversized hoodies.
4. A Vintage Jacket
Think: a 90s bomber, a cropped denim jacket, or a leather trench.
Perfect for layering, styling, or throwing over your shoulder to look like That Girl.
5. A Mini Shoulder Bag
Tiny, shiny, Y2K energy. The kind that fits your phone, lip gloss, and one bad decision.
Find at Dainty: Actual early 2000s deadstock bags in perfect condition.
6. Accessories That Hit Hard
You’re not fully dressed without:
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Chunky rings
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Claw clips
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Chain belts
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Colorful sunnies
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Butterfly clips
Vintage accessories make any outfit pop—and they don’t cost the Earth.
7. A Wildcard Piece
This could be a rhinestone corset, a velvet shrug, a pair of platform boots.
It’s the piece that makes people stop and say, “WHERE did you get that?”
Bonus: A Shop That Gets You
Spoiler alert: It’s us.
At Dainty Vintage, we handpick every piece so you can find your starter pack without stress. Whether you’re building your dream wardrobe or just want one killer top, we’ve got you.
Location: Dainty Vintage, 38, Triq Stiefnu Zerafa, Għargħur
Online Vibes: @thedaintyvintage
Step one: Come in. Step two: Turn looks.