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Just a girl in a thrift store - that's how it all began. Susan, our co-founder and Chief Creative Officer, sold her favorite vintage finds from her dorm room. Soon, a 'store' was born!
Vintage clothing and decor is still very near and dear to us, so we sell at least one item a day. They go fast, so visit often to snag your own ModCloth one of a kind!
Hey, girl! Just checkin' in to see what's up, and to tell you how adorable you'll look in this striped dress! We thought you'd agree with the innovative way of arranging the colors, alternating from blues and maroon to cream, and then finishing the hem off with an unexpected bold black baseline - oh, and of course the teeny pleats that gather beneath this dress' elasticized waist band are chic and oh, so 'you'. Did we mention it's fully lined? We can perfectly picture it on you with chipper bow-dazzled Mary Janes and indie-cute envelope earrings. Well, that's pretty much all that's going on over here - what's new with you today?
From your sophisticated taste in sculpture to your artful eye for fashion, its clear that your mom inspired your creative style! Carve out some time to wander the museum together, after crafting a monumental look with this charming dress. Crafted from silky elasticized fabric, its a bold composition with a sleeveless alabaster surplice top thats traced with pleats. Its flowing A-line skirt boasts a cheerful copper patina with the same elegantly gathered detail, separated by a woven band in cast iron black. Frame your grin with pearly earrings, don a pair of polished brass flats, then finish your look with a crystal cocktail ring, and youll be a masterpiece for all generations to admire!
Style stems from this voluminous, halter-necked frock. Its deep blue blossoms look elegant against the billowing, off-white fabric - their hues play beautifully with the striking black sash and scalloped trim. Plant this look alongside twinkling rhinestone earrings, ankle-strapped heels, and a velvety clutch for a romantic outfit blooming with shades of sophistication!
When you take your seat at the elegant luncheon, your style shines as brightly as the fine antique china before you! This one-shoulder, A-line shift flaunts an abstract rose print set against a stylishly structured, porcelain backdrop. Its clay-brown belt gives your conversation piece a touch of casual charm. Served alongside a lacy headband, patent flats, and a demure bracelet, this darling dress is always in good taste!
There's nothing quite like looking over the city you love as you hold the stem of a sampling glass filled with the sweetest of wines. Looking down at the lovely blue- and violet-hued roses of the white cotton dress you don, you give a small spin as you turn back to the event. The small pleats beneath the wide waistband of this lined dress lift in a little twirl, and just then, you're greeted with a fresh sample and a flattering comment about the beautiful beaded necklace you have set upon the wrapped V. The taste of this ros makes your espadrille-clad toes tingle, and placing a hand on your side-zipped hip, you try to remember the last time you had an evening this elegant!
Donning this banana-hued dress of 100% cotton, you're inspired to ask your sweetheart out on a bubble tea date! You can't help but be reminded of the sweet drink when you spy the contrasting embroidered polka dots that dot the hem, bust, and banded waist. Featuring aqua piping and a sweetheart neckline, and supplemented by alightly padded bust, this pleated dress will add sweet style to all your ensembles. Pair this fully lined frock with a navy cardigan, candy-colored jewelry, and green-tea-hued flats for a look that's simply irresistible.
This item was picked by you in ourBe the Buyer Program and will be sold exclusively online at ModCloth! A long robe and a mortarboard is fine fashion for the graduation stage, but at the afterparty, youll be looking smart in this sky blue and cloud white polka-dot frock by Tulle Clothing! Tulles eye for detail and flair for vintage-inspired, modern apparel and accessories make this piece a wise choice for your big day. Pair this bow-necked dress with sunshine-yellow flats, pearly earrings, and a demure ring, and make a major style statement!
As you snack on elegant hors d'oeuvres at a swanky beachfront venue, your friends compliment the way your fabulous frock embodies the beauty of the seaside setting. The striped weave of its sand-toned body mimics the luxurious hue of the white sands, and the fuchsia block at the hem of your dress rivals the sunset's reflection on the rippling ocean. Amidst golden earrings, a glamorous cocktail ring, and nautical-navy kitten heels, this dress makes a splash at your amazing event!
The hour is growing late, and though you've had the time of your life tonight, you know you must soon go. Standing in this precious blue dress boasting a coy cutout above the slightly padded, sweetheart bodice and at the back, you feel as lovely as can be as the twinkling light from the disco ball flutters over your pleated skirt. And then, your crush appears, smiling at the spectacular sight of you in this cotton-blend, back-zipped dress, textured tights, velvet platforms, and a retro up-do. Just as the sweet chords of your favorite slow jam start playing, the object of your affection asks you to dance, and you happily oblige.
Sipping cocktails on your screened-in porch with all your pals is your idea of an ideal afternoon. Clad in this breezy twofer frock, you set out refreshments as the soft summer breeze blows. Featuring a sheer bodice accented by a sweetheart bustline, this cornflower blue and black dress with drape you in effortless style. Paired with mustard-colored flats, handmade jewelry, and a straw tote, this fit-and-flare frock will add sweet style to any summer evening.
Score plenty of praise and a ton of beaming smiles when you wear this robin's egg-blue dress out on a sunny day! This cotton confection will win abundant affection with its crochet ribbon-like straps and lightly padded, ruffle-trimmed bodice boasting pintucks that match its waistband and bottom hem. Slip this delightful, fully lined dress on, securing its side zip, then add dainty, gold jewelry, neutral peep toes, and a light cardi, and let your fetching fashion win over many a new friend!
Catch a glimpse of this luxurious Eva Franco look, and you'll be swooning! No need to play it coy - with its lacy, leaf-patterned overlay, almond-colored lining, and bow-embellished taupe belt, this demure, yet flirtatious blue frock is the look your wardrobe has been longing for! Accompany this piece with pearl earrings, a pair of peep-toe pumps, and a simple, shimmering clutch, and your outfit is sure to catch the eye of someone special!
Exude charm and elegance in this stunning style created by Nicole Parker for ModCloth's Make the Cut Collection! Submitted as a sketch and voted into production by our Facebook fans, this dynamic dress has transformed from a fashion fantasy into a dazzling reality. A high-school junior and avid sewer, Nicole looked to vintage patterns and the iconic style of old Hollywood to dream up this piece's timeless silhouette, then tapped her artist's ingenuity for its fashion-forward details, including the striking gold hue and turquoise waist sash, and the scalloped-to-perfection neckline. Made with love in the USA and available for purchase in May, this demure dress is definitely a special piece, but you need not wait for a special occasion to take this head-turner for a whirl! Wear it with ...
The two adjectives describe your unspoken aura, your personality, and your wonderful style - and this strapless dress fits in with it all perfectly. As you prepare for this first date, gently tug the back zip that encloses its sugary pink lining and semi-sheer buttercream overlay that's held within its fitted, mocha belt. Step into brown, soft leather wedges beneath its pintucked hem, set a delicate charm necklace above its pleated neckline, and as you descend from your home to meet your curious crush, nothing but charm will radiate from this cute look!
On your walk to the countryside fete in this cream-colored dress, you encounter your big crush! The two designers behind the sweet brand Dear Creatures created this frock with the idea of paying homage to decades past, while leading the pack in determining the top looks of tomorrow. Its carefully crafted details are apparent as compliments about the box pleated skirt and lattice fence top of this lined frock come rushing in, and in the heat of the moment, you consider skipping the party to get to know this darling a bit more deeply. Bashfully peering down at your pecan-colored flats, and fiddling with the thin leather belt around your side-zipped waist, you decide you can't cancel on your friends. So you smooth down your dress, grab your cutie's hand with your charm-braceleted one, ...
Fulfill your fashion fantasies with this dazzling dress! Dynamic, vibrant blossoms swirl across the dappled, sky-blue fabric of this pleated fit-and-flare. You'll love musing on the possible pairings for this piece - simple gold bracelets, delicate stud earrings, and fuchsia footwear highlight the eye-popping patterns of this fab frock. Don this dress, and watch all of your style dreams come true!
You love surrounding yourself with floral-inspired creations, whether theyre your expertly-painted still lifes or darling dresses such as this bright frock! Printed with painterly red-and-yellow bouquets, this robins-egg-blue, strappy shift looks as lush and vibrant as your own garden. Framed by details such as petite pleats and a natural-toned, woven belt, this ruffle-embellished dress is a work of art. Compose it alongside strappy camel sandals, a canvas-colored cardigan, and a slender, floral headband for a look thats a brushstroke of genius!
Your idea of the perfect date? The one you're on right now - taking a stroll in your prettiest pale yellow dress, hand held tightly, and headed toward the tastiest ice cream shop in town! Your sweetheart takes a long gaze at your outfit, pointing out that the rosette on your pleated waistband and the eyelets on your voluminous skirt are nothing short of lovely! With a swoon, you take a spin, taking comfort in the closeness of your dress due to a bow tied over its back zip, as well as the comfort of its padded bust. Sitting down to one big banana-mint shake with two twisty straws, you bashfully fiddle with a lock of hair lying under a white ribbon and over a small locket, press a pastel peep toe on your cutie's shoe under the table, and ...
Your sweetheart has thrown you a rooftop dinner event to celebrate the success of your stunning still life art show opening. You couldn't be happier - cool breeze floating past the wide strapped back of this dress, which strokes up over your shoulders into an elegant gathered V, banana blossom salad at your fingertips, followed by a heartfelt toast to you! As you bring the glass of white wine to your lips, you smell and taste an artistic mix of rose, orange blossom, and plum - all combining deliciously in the form of oversized blooms on this off-white dress. As you mingle after dinner, sweet box pleats swaying beside a side zip and above your seafoam peep toes, you continue to taste the flavor of great friends, comfortable fashion, and good fortune!
You can't help but crave those fantastic layers of sweetness that make your favorite dessert so delicious, so why not save yourself the toothache and don this sugary confection featured in Us Weekly? From its slightly padded, sweetheart bodice to its full skirt of circular, plain and pleated tiers, this fully lined, cotton frock is quite the tasty treat. Don it with purple tights, a knit shrug, and velvet platforms, and delight in your decadent ensemble all night long!
The beginning of your evening is, of course, fantastic - you've side-zipped yourself into this mysteriously flirty strapless frock by Ryu with a pretty pendant necklace, chocolate tights, and your favorite fall-colored peep toes, and you are absolutely feeling beautiful! Designer brand Ryu has encouraged women everywhere to express their artistic aesthetic and show off their fine taste in fashion by providing unique, awe-inspiring garments since 2008. As the night progresses, things only gets better, for the compliments roll in like the pleated pinwheel flowers that applique an umber empire waist and coordinate cooly with its tiered, accordion-pleated hemline. But the most fantastic part of your night are the final few moments, when your date remains to be enamored by your iridescent ...
There are tons of ways to share your shining individuality with the world, from artistic personal expression to showing off your fine taste via fashion. Designer brand Ryu has supported both since 2008 by providing pieces that allow you to do just that. For an elegant example of their cool craftsmanship, simply set your ogling eyes on this lovely two-tone frock featuring white rose and 'mocha-tini' hues. Sheer draping and bashful bows give its top plenty of poise, while the accordion-pleated and petal-stitched tiers of skirt gently whisper with whimsy beneath. This flirtactous frock is fully lined and features an invisible side zipper with eye-and-hook closure, making it easy to wear with equally elegant items like a la creme tights, tasseled T-straps, and a faux fur capelet. How's ...
Getting that boost of confidence to get up in front of others is always difficult, but at least you can feel the sophistication and creativity of a dress designed by Ryu when you do. The thin, mesh neckline, triple-bow bust border, pleated upper design, and back ruching exude the individuality, whimsical detailing, and small quantity handcrafting of the 2008-established design company. Paired with grey flats to match the sash of the dress and a glittering gem cuff, this flowing fabric and delicate silhouette will give you the boost you need to perform prodigiously.
Despite dependability, diesel trains lack the antique appeal of a classic steam engine, so you've decided to visit a nearby railroad museum to bask in the glory of the venerable vehicles of yore. Dressed in this uniquely draped and effortlessly elegant vintage-inspired frock, you can't help but reenact the dramatic partings of Old Hollywood films with your stalwart sweetheart. Poised on the metal steps of the car, you momentarily affect a forlorn wave before busting out into laughter and sauntering down to your darling's waiting arms.
With faux pearls peppered among the dramatic cowl of this rosy-beige dress like stars strung among the atmosphere, this pleated piece takes your levels of glamour to galactic heights! Brought to you by designer brand Ryu, who since 2008 has provided you with pieces that allow you to share your shining individuality with the world, this side-zipped piece features planetary pleats on its skirt, an interstellar sheer back that closes with a buttoned keyhole, and muted-brown lining beneath its mesh make. Use the handkerchief hem of this carefully handcrafted piece as the shining style at the center of velvet pumps, a fantastic charm bracelet, and a vintage fascinator!
After trekking for miles on a sunset hike with your tired bestie, the two of you step into a clearing and are suddenly surrounded by the most amazing sunset of your life! A large, coral sun in the persimmon sky blends into the calming teal and navy ocean waves in a way that makes you both agree that this breathtaking view was totally worth the hike. Relive that thrilling moment with this breezy dress. Its tropical colorblock pattern is complemented by summery straps and a removable tie waist for maximum carefree convenience. Pair it with colorful wooden earrings and light, strappy sandals to celebrate well into the evening.
You can't help but feel loved when you don this silky chiffon dress of navy, cerulean, and aquamarine. Featuring a halter neckline and blocks of blue hues, this flowing, fully lined dress will inspire you to spend some time with your sweetheart. With the exaggerated halter ties knotted in a bow behind your neck, layer a crochet cardigan over your shoulders and slip a pair of floral wedges upon your feet for a look that will inspire a river of admiration in all who see you.
On a typical day your troupe can be found twirling in the pool, but tonight jaws are dropping in unison as you celebrate the season in this refreshing aqua-blue frock! Created with a sheer sand-brown top and a black belt, this delightful sleeveless design allures the crowd with a team of parallel pleats, which are slim across its angled bust and broad at its hemline, like waves rippling across the water. For an occasion so glamorous, forget your goggles! Complement this charming dress with a pair of patent heels, a necklace that features a sparkling sea creature, and a silky headband in lieu of a cap. You may not be performing a routine in your retro-inspired suits, but you're sure to get along swimmingly!
Let down by a past love? You're too awesome to be so sad! Slip your silhouette between the silky lining of this pleated shift and go out to enjoy the sights you'll see! Many compliments about the fishtail-braided rope belt that encircles this deep-V dress will come your way, and a refreshing feeling will come over you from the sand-hued and deep-sea colorblocks at the hem of this sky-blue dress. All this, plus a pairing of natural-toned wedges and pearlized jewelry to make you feel extra fashionable, will have you walking down the shoreline with a confident swish of this swing dress that'll set your mind at ease!
Whether you're posing for a street style snapshot or charming at the gallery crawl, standing out is a cinch in this vibrant colorblock frock! A cutting-edge combination of fresh tangerine and concrete-grey, this short-sleeved dress boasts a bold V-neck, which is framed by a cascade of angled pleats. Pair it with a velvety blue pump with a wooden sole and a series of silver bangles in addition to a contemporary cluster necklace, and you'll be a stylish sight to see!
After savoring desert and sipping your coffee, the band finally begins to play - it won't be long until you spring to your feet and plant them in the center of the floor! Second only to your darling date, this flowing green frock is composed of pleated chiffon and features a glittering gold belt that you can revel in or remove. A padded bust lifts and shapes, in addition to an elasticized strap hidden inside its zipped back and a non-slip strip at the top of its lined interior, which keep you stylishly secure as you twirl. For an ensemble that's enchanting at any tempo, choreograph this bright dress with an ivory open-toe pump, a pair of pearly earrings, and a floral statement ring!
With a brilliant flash as lovely as the celestial bodies above, this strapless dress from Max and Cleo shows that your rare sort of beauty is not easy to find! Featuring a strapless sheath structure with intricate folds and pleats, as well as textured golden stripes reminiscent of a wonderful wood-grain pattern, this cream-colored frock looks lovely with strappy heels and a faux fur wrap for a holiday party, date, or fancy fete!
Your bestie loves mining your closet for wardrobe gold, but as soon as she spots this gorgeous cocktail dress by Max and Cleo, you let her know that this party favorite is off limits. With a white-gold gleam, tantalizing crinkled texture, double button-secured keyhole in back, and bedazzling bodice of overlapping pleats, this fancy frock is too good to give up, even for just a night! In fact, you think you'll slip into its body-skimming embrace now, then add chandelier earrings, opaque black tights, and velvet platforms, and join your pal out for tonight's fabulous fte!
Can't decide where to go for dinner to show off your new teal dress on your date tonight? Why not choose them all? Look cool in the happy hour herd with one hand casually placed in the pockets of this pretty frock, then move onto the next restaurant to dazzle the early evening crowd with the elasticized gold belt clasped around your waist. Relocate to gain attention on this dress' pleated one-shoulder cut during dinner, and finally arrive to the town's famous diner to drink the best milkshakes you can find, feeling you've gotten the most out of your golden pumps, vintage pendant necklace, and this perfect date dress!
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