Plus Size Vintage Clothing
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 LIME LACE VINTAGE 1960S KITTEN BOW PLUS SIZE DRESS sz XL $19.38 (12 Bids) Time Remaining: 3h 27m |
 Vtg 40s Repro Black Brown Ivory Atomic Print Wrap Day Dress sz 3X Plus Size $19.67 Time Remaining: 24d 20h 13m Buy It Now for only: $19.67 |
 VINTAGE ROSE XL PLUS SIZE MATERNITY BUBBLE DRESS glam floral party cocktail prom $9.99 Time Remaining: 10h 53m |
 VINTAGE 60S PLUS SIZE VIOLET POCKETED ASCOT MOD SHIFT DRESS sz XL $3.25 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 1h 17m |
 VINTAGE PLUS SIZE STYLEWORKS BLACK SEQUIN DRESS SIZE 18W $59.99 Time Remaining: 9d 23h 14m Buy It Now for only: $59.99 |
 VINTAGE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS pink glam madmen plus size xl PINUP BOMBHSHELL mod $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 12h 42m |
 Purple Lace Vintage Dress Plus Size GORGEOUS $9.99 Time Remaining: 1d 17h 22m Buy It Now for only: $29.99 |
 VTG 60s 70s MAXI DRESS Empire Waist Sz 1X 2X Metallic Floral Bodice Black Skirt $44.99 Time Remaining: 5d 23h 1m Buy It Now for only: $44.99 |
 Vintage 70s RUFFLE FRONT Floral Dress FAUX WRAP PLUNGING DEEP V Plus Size 1X $19.99 Time Remaining: 1d 23h 24m |
 Vintage 60s Leslie Pomer STEWARDESS DRESS Sky Blue PLUS SIZE Pan Am 2X XXL $24.99 Time Remaining: 1d 23h 32m |
 Vintage 70s PLUS SIZE Aqua Blue SUN DRESS LACE JACKET Sundress 2X XXL $24.99 Time Remaining: 1d 23h 33m |
 VINTAGE 50s RETRO LUCY RED POLKA DOT DAY DRESS PLUS SIZE XL $37.49 Time Remaining: 11d 18h 51m Buy It Now for only: $37.49 |
 Vintage 60s 70s MOD Black and White MEDALLION PRINT Dress TIE NECK Plus Size 1X $24.99 Time Remaining: 1d 23h 34m |
 VTG 60S LADY JENNIFER FLORAL COAT DRESS SIZE 20 1 2 PLUS $19.99 Time Remaining: 1d 23h 34m |
 Diane Fres Georgette vintage dress 1X 2X 22 knife pleats houndstooth florals 16w $249.99 Time Remaining: 28d 19h 22m Buy It Now for only: $249.99 |
 IVORY BLUE CALM RELAXED VTG 60S PLUS SIZE DAY PARTY DRESS SZ XXL $14.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2d 16h 39m |
 Sz 18W Plus Size Cue Fashions Vintage Green Evening Party Cocktail dress $20.00 Time Remaining: 2d 20h 16m Buy It Now for only: $28.00 |
 Vintage 60s White Belted Zip Up Tennis Dress MOD MINI XL 1X Plus Size $24.00 Time Remaining: 29d 21h 58m Buy It Now for only: $24.00 |
 Plus Size Sheer Vintage Dress Empire Waist w Cape XXL 18 Unique $8.99 Time Remaining: 4d 1h 34m |
 Vtg 40s 50s style rayon novelty print blenko vase rayon crepe dress XL plus size $49.00 Time Remaining: 5d 19m Buy It Now for only: $65.00 |
 Vintage 50s 60s red white pinup day sundress sun dress XL plus size B44 $24.00 Time Remaining: 5d 18h 14m Buy It Now for only: $50.00 |
 1940s vintage black rayon dress PLUS SIZE gorgeous bodice belted XXL + $115.00 Time Remaining: 25d 20h 52m Buy It Now for only: $115.00 |
 L8 8 PLUS SIZE VTG 70S DOES 50S FULL SWEEP ROCKABILLY TURTLENECK DRESS SZ XL $14.99 Time Remaining: 6d 43m |
 L8 9 PLUS SIZE VTG 70S AQUA WHITE FLORAL STUART ALAN FULL SKIRT DAY DRESS SZ XL $14.99 Time Remaining: 6d 43m |
 Vintage 70s Plus Size Disco Dress Black Metallic Blue Pink Flowers XL 1X Maxi $8.96 Time Remaining: 4d 17h 21m Buy It Now for only: $8.96 |
 L8 19 PLUS SIZE VINTAGE 1970S BLUE WHITE ABSTRACT SCRIBBLE SECRETARY DRESS SZ XL $14.99 Time Remaining: 6d 45m |
 L8 12 80S VINTAGE RED BLACK PLUS SIZE COLORBLOCK LAWYER WORK DRESS SZ XXXL $14.99 Time Remaining: 6d 45m |
 Vintage 70s Long Purple Floral Dress by Puritan Forever Young Plus size $11.00 Time Remaining: 17d 17h 33m Buy It Now for only: $11.00 |
 L9 19 PLUS SIZE VTG 70S RASPBERRY PINK SHEER PLEAT TOP SECRETARY DRESS SZ XL $9.99 Time Remaining: 6d 18h 15m |
 L9 8 VTG 70S AQUA PINK WHITE FLORAL PLUS SIZE SECRETARY WORK DRESS SZ XL XXXXL $9.99 Time Remaining: 6d 18h 15m |
 Z41 VTG RED hearts Plus Size Valentines Day nightie mini lingerie night gown 3X $9.99 Time Remaining: 1h 12m |
 60s 70s vintage clothes MOD stewardess like pique dress XL XXL plus size $24.99 Time Remaining: 23d 19h 34m Buy It Now for only: $24.99 |
 VINTAGE STUNNING All Lace PEIGNOIR ROBE RARE Plus Size XL XXL $36.00 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 17h 18m |
 VINTAGE NYLON CHIFFON 2Pc NIGHTGOWN PEIGNOIR SET NOS RARE FIND Plus Size XL 5X $26.00 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 17h 38m |
 STUDIO 1 Dress Career Coat Look Vtg 80s Secretary 14W $27.99 Time Remaining: 23d 3h 14m Buy It Now for only: $27.99 |
 Vintage 1950s Peach Plus Size Corset Girdle Bra All in One Garters BIG $16.78 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 20h 23m |
 FAUX FUR COAT ABSTRACT ART DECO FACES DONNYBROOK PLUS WOMEN SIZE 2x 3X VTG $98.00 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 23h 16m |
 VINTAGE 80s PROM PARTY DRESS MOTHER OF THE BRIDE OR GROOM PLUS SIZE 2XL 3XL $209.00 Time Remaining: 28d 18h 44m Buy It Now for only: $209.00 |
 Vintage Beaded Over Dress Coat Plus Size $199.88 Time Remaining: 1d 50m |
 Z41 VTG RED sheer Plus Size Valentines LACE nightie mini lingerie night gown XL $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 57m |
 Vintage wine burgundy hooded sweater coat wood buttons plus size That Girl $0.99 Time Remaining: 1d 2h 37m Buy It Now for only: $22.00 |
 Vintage 70s Plus Size Black Disco Party Draped Maxi Dress Hostess Dancing XL 1X $16.95 Time Remaining: 10d 17h 45m Buy It Now for only: $16.95 |
 GUC Vintage 80s 90s boat neck nautical stripe navy white dress Plus Size 18 $9.99 Time Remaining: 1d 14h 52m Buy It Now for only: $19.99 |
 Vintage 60s Lane Bryant Tweed Coat and Skirt Outfit Set Plus size No Reserve $19.99 Time Remaining: 1d 16h 15m Buy It Now for only: $75.00 |
 VINTAGE PLUS SIZE GLITTERATTI SILVER COCKTAIL GRECIAN MAXI GOWN DRESS L XL 22 $42.50 Time Remaining: 9d 19h 9m Buy It Now for only: $42.50 |
 Vintage Hosiery seamed full fashioned outsize plus size stockings rockabilly VLV $24.99 Time Remaining: 1d 18h 8m Buy It Now for only: $45.00 |
 Vintage Hosiery stretch outsize plus size stockings rockabilly VLV $14.99 Time Remaining: 1d 18h 15m Buy It Now for only: $30.00 |
 Shadowline Womens 1970s Vintage Night Gown Ivory Plus Size 46 $22.99 Time Remaining: 7d 1h 33m Buy It Now for only: $22.99 |
 PLUS SIZE VINTAGE FAUX FUR FULL LENGTH COAT $50.00 Time Remaining: 2d 24m Buy It Now for only: $75.00 |
 vTg 80s Color Block Over size Tunic Sweater Mini Dress OS to Plus size 22 $16.99 Time Remaining: 2d 1h 27m |
 VTG 80s 50s Avant Garde CRIMSON RED Leather Pencil Skirt 16 Sexy Plus Size NWT $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2d 1h 40m |
 Vintage 50s 60s Blue Purple Paisley Office Dress plus size $9.99 Time Remaining: 29d 18h 7m Buy It Now for only: $9.99 |
 80s Vintage Angora Fox Jumper Sweater Plus Size $35.00 Time Remaining: 2d 16h 42m Buy It Now for only: $125.00 |
 VINTAGE RED ORANGE 2 PC SUITSHOULDER PADSSIZE SMPLUS BONUS $24.99 Time Remaining: 2d 16h 55m |
 Vtg 80s Stenay Black 100 SILK SEQUIN Beaded Party Dress Plus Size $58.00 Time Remaining: 5d 2h 17m Buy It Now for only: $58.00 |
 Plus Size Vintage Black Secretary Blouse Draped 40s Screen Siren Insp Sz 14 1X $24.99 Time Remaining: 2d 23h 51m |
 1950s vintage sexy navy blue rockabilly wiggle pencil skirt size large xl plus $24.99 Time Remaining: 3d 42m |
How to Find Plus Size Vintage Clothing and Make it Fit
Do you love the look of vintage clothing but have a hard time finding it in a larger size? It takes patience and persistence to find vintage clothing that fits. When you are shopping consider wearing not only a correctly fitted bra but also a full slip to help smooth you and help the vintage slide on and off. Here are some creative ideas to help you find and wear vintage clothing in a plus size.
Expand your choices - look in different departments.
When you are shopping for larger size vintage widen your field. Look in other departments like men's wear. A lot of men's shirts can be tailored with darts or a belt to give you a nipped in waist. Hawaiian or resort wear has fun patterns and colors. Tux jackets have potential and are available in black, charcoal,shades of white and pastel colors. Look for pullover sweaters and vests instead of button up since the fabric usually has more give to it . Men's lounge wear like robes and jackets can make wonderful evening wear. Fabric ties can be replaced with belts to change the look. Check the women's vintage lingerie section. Lingerie can be layered as daywear instead of night wear. A long robe can be shortened to wear as a jacket. Look for lingerie gowns or nightgowns, add a camisole or a slip underneath to transition into daywear - maybe add leggings . Look at pajama tops and pants, wrap dresses and housecoats. Can you add accessories to change the look ? Wear a robe as a wrap dress ? Separates have a better chance of fitting than a dress and you can mix and match.
Take a second look - rethink the decades
A lot of fashion is a reinterpretation or reworking of previous styles. If you like the 40's look have you considered clothing made in the 80's ? You'll see peplums, big shoulders and flared skirts. Add the right accessories and you'll have a retro 40's look. Plus the clothes made in the 80's are more in tune with today's body size. Certain fashions in the 70's had a 1930's feel with cap sleeves and a softer romantic look in slinky fabrics. The 60's recycled a longer looser look in pants and dresses that can look like the 20's. Today's capri pants have a vintage 50's look. Pair with a vintage shirt and create a retro look. Add a piece of vintage jewelry, a hat or scarf to a contemporary piece and give it vintage flare.
Measure and know your measurements
Use your tape measure and know your measurements. When you try on vintage, wear a good slip and bra so it's not only easier to get it on but you'll have a smoother shape to check the look and fit. Be open to some renovation or adjustments to make the piece perfect for you. Can you move a button to get more room? Can a wrap dress be worn more loosely ? Can you wear a shirt open as a jacket? If it fits and there's a spot, can you cover it with a bit of decoration or trim? Don't always go for the baggiest thing on the rack. Baggy makes you look bigger - if you need the largest size then try to tailor it to fit with a belt or sash or some tucks.
Revamp your choices and changing vintage
Should you change a piece of vintage clothing or not? Some people think that changing vintage clothing is like changing a piece of history. Others point out that people have always changed clothing to make it fit, to update it and to pass it along to the next in line. If you're handy or have a good tailor you can remake vintage to fit a larger size with imagination and creativity. Here's some revamp ideas.
- Remove shoulder pads or inner linings to give more room
- Split a dress up the sides like a tunic to make it fit, then wear it over leggings.
- If it fits in the bust but is too big in the waist, sew in elastic inside at the waist to make a better fit
- For circle skirts that are too small in the waist cut off the waist band and sew in elastic to your size
- Vintage sweater a little small? Try tying it around your shoulders or wear it slung over your shoulders with a sweater guard
- PJ pants cut as clam diggers
- Try inserts of lacing, lace or stretch fabric to get more give
- Move buttons over a little in button up shirts
- Too short ? Then add a band of lace or ruffles at the bottom hem
- Can't button it in front? Drape a scarf around your neck and wear it inside the garment. It won't be as noticeable, especially if the scarf matches closely in color.
According to Nima Beckie, former Arts & Entertainment Editor of "SKORCH' magazine, an online magazine for plus size women, "In terms of adapting vintage, this goes without saying for ALL plus size fashions, and I cannot stress this enough, find a good tailor to work with. That beautiful dress, you don't want to ruin, because it was too long. Or those to die for bell bottoms, you jumped up and down when you found, you want them to also fit on the waist and not just the pants right?"
Remember there are more vintage shopping options than ever before. The internet gives you access to shops around the world. Be creative, be patient, be persistent and you will find vintage to fit you whatever your shape and size. And once you have a piece that fits, take good care of it, make it last. Celebrate your shape and size and dress yourself well in vintage finery.
"Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." Coco Chanel
Vivian Vassar (aka Hey Viv ! ) has been wearing and selling vintage clothing for over 25 years. She is the owner of Hey Viv ! an online vintage clothing store that specializes in 50's style retro and vintage clothing. http://www.HeyViv.com Plus size is our specialty
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