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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!
This item was picked by you in our Be the Buyer Program! The glamour of this backless dress isn't lost on you! This look's smoky black hue, sheer shoulders, and striking open back make it a source of constant compliments. Wear this sheath with bright heels, long, dangling earrings, and your favorite statement ring for an outfit that you'll want to return to again and again. Other dresses can't compare to this chic, sophisticated flight of fashion!
You're always on the cusp of what's up-and-coming and cool, so it's no wonder that this fab, futuristic sheath caught your eye! Its body-hugging, blue fabric and bright-teal accents give this sleek silhouette an avant-garde appeal with a wink of sci-fi-friendly fashion sense. Alongside metallic bangles, structured booties, and a pair of graphic, black tights, this backless dress will earn you compliments for the foreseeable future!
Just the way you never get tired of your favorite nine-grain bread, or picking the small seeds out of a juicy slice of watermelon, you are sure to keep coming back to the small, green granules on this silky pink dress! Its high neck that buttons behind the nape falls to a triangular opening on its back, which you're sure to find as irresistible as the small oatmeal grains in the cookies you constantly crave, and with comforting touches like lining and a secure, hidden back zip, you're sure to find yourself fancying it. With beige suede pumps and pretty handmade jewelry, this frock will be one that you wear over and over again!
Sometimes you could stare for hours into the night sky, dreaming of a fantastic future traveling the cosmos. Until the days when you can jetset between the stars, you'll settle for sporting playful, sci-fi-inspired styles like this grey sheath! The body-hugging fabric, crisscrossing straps, and luscious ruffles of this sleek dress have you looking out of this world. Worn with geometric metallic earrings, angular booties, and a studded headband, this dress looks to the future while keeping you feeling fabulous today!
Really, who isn't thrilled by the prospect of an upcoming trip? And your getaway with the girls to Scottsdale is certainly no exception! A spirited evening out with your besties calls for some stunning style, and this colorful, curve-hugging number by Motel fits the bill perfectly. British designer Motel is the self-claimed cult brand that makes a hobby of throwing a curve ball at ordinary trends. Dedicated to decking ladies out in style that is 'conspicuous' and inspired by vintage finds, this obscura-fun fortress of indie clothing creates garments that are nothing short of spellbinding! Flaunting the bold pink, azure, golden, black, and white hues of this dazzling, cotton-blend dress, along with the illusion neckline that dips down dramatically in back, you strut across the dance ...
Be the subject of observation by ranking the unspoken highest in best dressed at the next party you attend. As you orbit the room, your friends will be gazing, starry-eyed, at this two-toned silver dress with hourglass angles celestially arranged in metallic gradient bandages. Its back V opens to a Jacob's Ladder of panels, and when worn with black tights and glittering platforms, you'll be a 'welkin,' talking spectacle of style!
If your daily routine has you feeling a less than excited, add a splash of pep and pizazz! Try a tasty new dish at a festive downtown restaurant. Instead of a walk in the park, try skipping or even a fancy frolic. And of course, add some fashion flavor to your wardrobe in this refreshingly effervescent blue print frock! Surprises abound in this short, A-line piece, as the ruffle cape collar flutters around your neck. Jump start your schedule as you secure the back button, while rays of sunlight illuminate the open back cutout. Don some buckled boots at your knees and a fetching feathered band upon your head! Now doesn't your day look dashing?
Preferring to seek rather than hide, you're more than happy to be 'it'! Clad in this richly hued orange dress, you can go from day to night and season to season in a cinch! On warmer days, show off this dress' darling deep-V back by sporting this space-dyed, silhouette-hugging number with a bevy of bangles and your favorite cork-heeled footwear. In colder climes, cozy up to cuteness with eggplant tights, your favorite boots, and an oversized sheer sweater top. You're certainly ready to take the style scene by storm, and here you come!
Without a doubt, you'll be the most stunning gal at the holiday banquet when you wear this dazzling sheath! Its bright red fabric wraps you in classic elegance, while the taupe, lace-paneled back serves up an unexpectedly striking surprise. Show off your excellent taste in fashion by pairing this cap-sleeved, V-necked dress with pearl earrings, brogue-style heels, and a cocktail ring. Don this dress, and dish out some dazzle!
The presence of palms and a steamin' SoCal sun have you feeling fresh and flirty. This tide-aqua frock helps, too, of course, with the way its gently waved halter neckline ruffles seem to wave hello to the warm breeze. Its bodycon cut is fitted and fabulous, with its hidden back zipper and open back perfectly complementing the cut. A boisterous pair of printed platforms sandals with an a la creme cardi add exactly what your dress needs to be an ultra-adorable outfit - so you can focus on fresh flowers and shopping instead!
Gone are the days when the highlight of your week is showing off your new goldfish to your friends - now you're eager to display this fashionable peplum dress! With a glitzy black-and-metallic lace-like top, and a glamorous open back above a hidden zipper, this vogue garment will have you labeled the most stylish gal in the group. Pair it with velvet pumps, chandelier earrings, and a shimmering clutch for an evening on the town that finds this sleeveless sheath in the spotlight!
Once again, British brand Sugarhill Boutique has managed to marry adorable elements with vintage design to create a truly unique dress that's definitely worth giving some extra love! Inspired by the places the founding brother-sister duo travels to, each piece is crafted with the utmost precision and care. This black lace overlay LBD will show that you cherish your original style when you pair it with rouge tights, classic Mary Janes, and rose earrings. Featuring a fabulous heart-shaped cut-out closed by buttons at its back and a hidden zip at its side, sheer and dear 3/4 length sleeves, and skirt gathering beneath princess seams, this designer must-have will awake your inner amour!
We may not be able to offer you a trip to the future, but we can tender a taste of what fashions may await you if you ever get there! Step right up and into this seafoam-squared dress, which boasts a mocha counter-color that creates a cutting-edge exhibit of ultramodern style in its abstract, plaid-like pattern. Its high neck that's closed with double buttons atop a dramatic back opening takes trends of today to a new level when put with angular platforms, and when you finally find the opportunity to flash forward, bring with you bits of the past by wearing a chic fascinator and a vintage gold bracelet!
Finding new friends on the dance floor is all about first impressions - make 'em realize how fun you are when you move 'n' groove in this metallic dress! Aside from the fact that its funky floral print of olive, pink, and yellow is fantastic, its coated fabric and fitted silhouette are super fly. Spin around as you shake it, to show off the rectangular cutouts above a golden exposed zip, and shuffle your feet around in your springy pink platforms in a way that'll have everyone hooked. With one last jingle of your bangles in the air, you flash a smile at the stellar dancers around you, and realize you've got some serious competition - excellent!
During the workday, you're an expert at balancing creativity and professionalism. But when it's time to hit the town for a night out, you're playfully carefree! Transition efficiently from business to big laughs in this noir dress that shows off your many sides. Wear it with a sleek belt and bright blazer while you brainstorm at your afternoon meeting. When it's time for happy hour, shed some layers and reveal five elastic bands across an open back cutout. An elasticized waist maximizes comfort, and short dolman sleeves with open shoulder slits add some flavor to your day!
When choosing where to dine for date night, you always pick your favorite Thai restaurant, tucked away and tiny enough for that intimate feel you must wait your turn to experience. Look dashing in the dim candle lighting when you model this draped-front midnight-blue dress, decorated with velvety black dots and a sheer lace back! Your date will think you as divine as the bottle of wine you're sharing when you show off the asymmetrical hem of this lovely dress and the velvety black heels you wear beneath it. Touches like an elasticized back waistband and lined skirt add personal comfort to the 'taste'-ful way you've accessorized this frock, with a golden arm cuff, chandelier earrings, and a vintage-inspired gold metal belt that makes this evening worth the reservations!
There's a 'latte' to love about this peplum look! The ribbed, milk-white bodice and coffee-brown peplum melt down into a body-hugging, espresso-black skirt - a fabulous, functional, open-backed dress that's sure to catch compliments during your daily visit to the coffee shop. Mix this delectable look with a pretty pendant, a gold bracelet, and colorful kitten heels, and serve up a seriously sweet style!
Forgive us, but we must tell you how ravishing you look in that Aryn K dress! It's shoulder padded to perfection, and its flirty skirt is adorable - and, oh! Did we mention how romantic its deep back V looks on you? Not to mention its striped and dotted mesh V yoke! We apologize for interrupting you, but we just had to note how lovely you look in this dress, with your bow heeled wedges, and onyx earrings.
You're on your way to the masquerade ball, wearing this mystical black lace dress. The doors open, a hush falls over the crowd, and as you enter you hear the guests whisper, "Who's that girl?" With this look, you've inherited a fierce fashion find that builds intrigue as you make your way across the room. The lace details dance down to the scalloped fringed hemline. Wow with your style in this sheer-shouldered dress with back zipper above and below the lower back cutout. Match with a veiled headband, sheer onyx tights, and black kitten heels for an outfit that's sure to astonish!
Your fave actor is filming just around the block, and folks are queued up to get a peek. Dressed in your black- and white-striped, A-line dress, you wiggle your way to the front of the crowd and catch a glimpse of the crush-worthy star. In between takes, the celeb catches a glance of your standout shift and comes over to compliment how lovely you look in its gently-puffed sleeves, elegant V-shaped back, and removable belt. You pull your Lomography camera from your bag and lean in for a picture - dressed in your colored tights, navy scarf, artsy earrings, and dazzling dress, you look every bit as stunning as your movie star pal. Brilliantly bold, it's no wonder you're a fan of this frock!
You love expressing your outgoing personality and vivacious vibes in eye-catching clothes like this vibrant purple dress! Featuring a tulle-hemmed underskirt, flattering padded bust, and matching sash belt, this exuberant look is bursting with all the frock features you love. Don it with striking metallic pumps, a vegan faux fur stole, and a patent clutch, and flaunt your zest for fashion!
As a girl, you used to hide behind the large, purple puffs of flowers in your backyard when you were feeling bashful. This evening, as you dress for a first date, you purposely select the sweet violet hues of this hydrangea-covered A-line by Bernie Dexter to keep you in the comfort zone of that memory. As a makeup maven, a pin-up model, and a '50s-inspired fashion designer, Bernie Dexter knows how to set the scene for stunning style! This piece's ruched and structured sweetheart neckline, between a casually tied halter, make this cotton frock almost as stunning as your smile. As your sister zips up the back of this dress for you, you perch pearls in your ears and buckle iridescent white peep toes onto your peds to prepare for this hopefully perfect evening!
You'll never forget gliding onto the dance floor in this ModCloth-exclusive, violet dress - its V-shaped satin neckline shimmering in the chandelier light. Your date wraps an arm gently around your defined waist as the sheer overlay of your skirt twirls out around you. Details such as a feminine, ruched bodice, strappy heels, and a twinkling hair clip make your outfit as beautiful as your unforgettable smile. You'll reminisce about this romantic moment every time you don this dazzling dress!
Whatever elegant event comes your way, you'll be prepared with this pretty dress on the guest list! A brilliant violet hue and glamorous ruched bodice make this fabulously pleated frock perfectly fit for a fete. Its braided black belt invites a hint of boho beauty to your look - wear it with your dress for a best pal's birthday, or go without for a formal wedding reception. Paired with metallic shoes, a demure bracelet, and a pearly hair accessory, this dress is the life of the party!
When you sport this dramatic dress of iris satin to your next spirited soiree, all eyes are sure to be on your fashionable form! And with a striking surplice neckline, cute, cummerbund-like pleating across the front, and swishy, full skirt, this sultry number is a guaranteed to dazzle from the moment you first walk through the door. Strut it out of your house with opaque tights, sparkling heels, and a faux fur wrap to leave an impression that's sure to linger long into the night!
When you first caught sight of this crisp, white eyelet dress by BB Dakota, you couldn't tear yourself away! Perhaps it was the halter silhouette, accented by a billowing chiffon tie that captivated you, or the full, eyelet skirt that left you entranced - whatever the reason, you simply had to have it. Paired with bold pink flats, a woven straw clutch, and a navy cardigan to drape upon your shoulders, this dress completes a look that will enchant all who see you.
On days when the temperature climbs higher and higher, don't despair that your sense of style has to be a casualty of the climate. This stunning sundress by BB Dakota is just the piece to keep you cool and cute while plentiful sun prevails over the weather. Featuring a surplice neckline, banding details at the waist, and a floaty skirt, this fabulous frock adds up to instant adorableness, especially when paired with braided sandals, beaded bangles, and bright sunnies. Now you can beat the heat in white-'haute' style.
You can't help but get carried away in the romance that glows over the land during the fleeting minutes of twilight, and so tonight, when you set out to scout the perfect spot for sunset watching, you do it glamorously in this deep peach dress! Spread over your quilted picnic blanket, the flowing, lined skirt of this crinkled chiffon frock sits prettily under a tied high neck, divided by a figure-flattering wide waistband. Teardrop pearl earrings dangle above two overlapping front panels and an elegant keyhole back, while the mint shawl scarf you've hung over your shoulders plays off the pastel peep toes you've kicked off beside you. The image of you in this BB Dakota dress is so stunning, you'll find that others will seek you the way you search out the dimming sun! See what other ...
As the sun sets slowly beyond the skyscrapers, your world is cast in the inky blue of evening. With the sights and sounds of the bustling city far below, you relish the solitude provided by your garden terrace. Draped in this delectable dress by BB Dakota, you can't help but notice how the distinctive pattern of delphinium-, jade-, and onyx-hued blooms mirror your own botanical bounty in the fading light. Featuring grosgrain straps, a structured bodice, and a lightly padded bust, this box-pleated frock flatters your figure with a classic fit-and-flare silhouette. Try it paired with a shimmering silver belt and woven wedges for a look that will rival even the most resplendent of rainforests.
Sleek, breezy, and bold, this BB Dakota shift seems made for you! Its elegantly draped fabric falls gracefully over your body, creating a glamorous, modern silhouette. The elasticized, lightly padded bodice of this look keep you comfy and carefree. Alongside a pair of platform sandals, a statement necklace, and chic shades, this dress is the perfect complement to your bright personality!
Even before you reach the concert hall, music seems to fill the city air. The taxi cab speeds down the avenues as you watch buskers and dancers blur past your window - the metallic, beaded shoulders of your Darling dress twinkling in the colored shop lights. British brand Darling incorporates notes of femininity and high fashion into each of their luxurious looks. Arriving at the exquisite venue, you stand and smooth the gently peaked skirt of your taupe dress and walk your black wedge booties up the steps to the door. With your velvety clutch in hand and a statement cuff decorating your wrist, you're ready to rock this uptown event!
Hopping along the trail of flat stepping stones that snakes through the flowers in this dress by Darling, that almost seems to match the scenery, your true love grabs ahold of your hand and relays the day you fell in love. Based in London, Darling is your go-to designer for your feminine, flirty yet sophisticated pieces inspired by the most detailed and delicate of vintage garments, like this dress that reflects the fine romance of that day in your past. Its crocheted shoulders and front - between pintucks and pearlized buttons - remind your sweetheart of the sweet way you appeared at the first glimpse, and the pearl earrings, peep toe flats, and pretty bracelets you've accessorized with take you to the end of the tale, for they represent the truly beautiful inner-you! The hidden side ...
When you're feeling compelled to cover your frame in a fun, vintage-inspired piece, look no further than this notable, navy number - one of our co-founder Susan's exclusive designs for ModCloth's Make the Cut Collection! After assembling a retro-fabulous mood board incorporating some lovely looks of her own design, Susan invited aspiring designers to submit their own sketches for ModCloth Facebook fans to vote into production along with this pretty piece. Made with love in the USA and available for purchase in May, this fantastic frock boasts tiny white spots across its fitted bodice and flared skirt, and a singular, V-cut grouping of straps for extra panache. For an ensemble so striking, it's sure to inspire an outpour of compliments from all you meet, pair this knockout dress with ...
You have fond memories of writing and receiving letter after letter from an old love, but today, styled all too playfully in this purple dress with pops of pink polka dots by Bernie Dexter, you smile that you're committed completely to yourself and your style. As a makeup maven, a pin-up model, and a '50s-inspired fashion designer, Bernie Dexter knows how to set the scene for stunning style, starting with the ruched bodice of this A-line dress. With a colored piece of paper in one of this frock's pockets, you reread enlightening lines of encouragement that you've written as reminders to yourself. As you step a cream peep toe onto the stage, with a small locket hanging from behind this back-zipped dress' tied halter, you hear roaring applause and begin your speech on the empowerment of ...
Equally as serene as the noir print of this dotted dress by Bernie Dexter, and just as deep as the rouge backdrop of its beauteous scene, the love in your heart is overwhelmingly elegant. As a makeup maven, a pin-up model, and a '50s-inspired fashion designer, Bernie Dexter knows how to set the scene for stunning style. The unique touches to this classic, cap-sleeved wiggle dress are what makes it so stunning, like a tied keyhole at the bust and a ruched waistband that offers the perfect fit. With black velvet pumps, a golden clutch under your arm, and a vintage curl to your locks, this back-zipped dress will delight your darling just as much as your natural charm!
To celebrate daring designers who use the most fun fabrics for their clothing, you've decided to host a gathering! Be the hostess with the mostest when you wear this plentifully patterned, 50s-inspired dress! Covered in white polka dots and red roses, this black number, with an elasticized back, brags festive red piping on its collared sweetheart neckline and halter straps! Red tulle hemming the lining create a sense of fun-loving luxury in your party girl look, and would be completed with patent leather T-straps and a bow pinned above your ear!
This item was picked by you in our Be the Buyer Program and will be sold exclusively online at ModCloth! For the opening of your best friend's shoe store, you proudly help greet guests flaunting her footwear beneath this cotton, mid-century-inspired midi dress by hard-to-find British designer Emily and Fin! Placed under the natural waist and pocketed black A-line skirt of this frock, you allow your gal's original designs to pop, while the black-dotted design of its gathered, sleeveless tan top garners attention toward your impeccable personal style! Play off the pretty buckles and tapestry design of those pumps by pairing vintage earrings and adding an embellished comb in your updo, and even the doormat will feel honored to be near you!
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