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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!
Celebrate the joy that is within you by decorating your look with the watercolor scene of merriment that fills this Bernie Dexter-designed dress! As a makeup maven, a pin-up model, and a 50s-inspired fashion designer, Bernie Dexter knows how to set the backdrop for stunning style, as apparent by the bliss in the design of a subtle sweetheart neckline, rosette-adorned belt, and tied shoulder straps on this back-zipped and pocketed frock! Filling your outfit of rouge tights and polka-dotted wedges with festivity, the koi fish kites, spinning pinwheels, and cheerful children playing on this cotton dress are the most marvelous display of the delight that fills you with each new day!
This item was picked by you in our Be the Buyer program and will be sold exclusively online at ModCloth! 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! Printed with a vibrant, blossom-filled pastoral landscape, this fantastical frock is a dream come true - its defined, belted waistline, charming Chelsea collar, and billowing skirt provide a darling backdrop to your pearl jewelry, khaki cardigan, and kitten heels. Welcome a world of beauty to your wardrobe with this ladylike look!
Take one look at the wonderous design work of Jenny Hart, and there's no question why we had to name this darling Bernie Dexter dress after her! Author, artist, founder of Sublime Stitching, and featured in Best Job Ever, Jenny Hart is the queen of embroidery. Credited with revitalizing the craft of hand embroidery, Jenny's playful and retro designs are echoed in this chic robin's egg blue and cherry dress! Featuring a floral and Eiffel Tower print, this adorable halter dress with its sweetheart neckline and hidden back zipper is perfect for an afternoon cruisin' through the streets of Austin, Texas or hosting a sewing circle brunch for your best girlfriends. Show off your crafty side by pairing this charmer with licorice-red peep toes and an initial-stitched cardigan!
If you've done it as well, I'm sure you'll agree there's nothing quite like it. Studying abroad - it's an untouchably terrific time, and this lighthearted and fun Bernie Dexter dress whisked me back five years, and over the Atlantic, to Paris, where I spent my junior year of college. The Eiffel Towers sprouting up from its print sit me back on the Champ de Mars, where I occasionally picnicked away the night. Its brasserie scenes remind me of hours discussed away over a thimble of caf noisette, and I can practically smell the buttery aroma of viennoiseries wafting out of the stripe-awninged patisserie. My travel plans for this year don't include Paris - 'un dommage' - but if I slip on this cotton dress with a vintage slip, short white gloves, a huge sunhat, and satiny kitten heels, I ...
This item was picked by you in our Be the Buyer Program and will be sold exclusively online at ModCloth! Take a break from the ordinary with this fantastical frock by designer Bernie Dexter. The dreamy poppy print and whimsical, winged shoulders cast a magical air over your dainty cotton dress. Accompany this look with a metallic bicycle pendant, a charming, woven carry-all and pair of shimmering, scarlet shoes, and you'll be skipping down the street in enchanting elegance!
You love expressing your outgoing personality and vivacious vibes in eye-catching clothes like this vibrant ruby 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!
Standing on your toes, you grab a good glimpse of the fabulous floats and marching bands striding down the street. In the distance, you see your favorite childhood cartoon character in costume, and he's carrying a basket of candy to toss to the crowd. Though the crowd is mighty, he spots you in your stand-out, stylish dress, with its radiant red and gorgeous grey stripes, and he tosses some sweets in your direction. The 100% cotton full lining keeps you cool under the sun, and crisscrossed back ruching and the little applique details on the right shoulder strap are delightful details. You catch a few pieces and throw them in your canvas tote, adjust your stylish sunglasses, and continue to watch the festivities in your comfortable navy wedges.
Simply can't wait for this evening to debut your new outfit on the dance floor? This fire engine red frock - found exclusively at ModCloth - will dazzle bystanders with its darling draped neckline, riveting ruching on the bodice, enticing V-cut back, and flirty skirt featuring a voluminous tulle underlay that sighs with your every step. Expertly modeled with silver slingbacks, a collar of rhinestones and ribbon, and an elegant linen wrap, this magnificent number is sure to be the hit of the party - right behind your impressive footwork, that is!
You and your date are on the search for a lesser-known local haunt with coveted cuisine. Hand in hand, you wander the sidestreets - your red frock looking luminous in the afternoon sun. Tiered scallops of grapefruit, vanilla, and cherry-red fabric flutter across your bodice as you skip across the old, brick streets on this side of town. Finally, you spot the bright awning and glass door of the restaurant - the metallic letters painted on the window mimic the twinkling pendant earrings which you've paired with colored patent flats, and a slender cross-body bag to complete this delectable look. Feminine and bright, this dress satisfies all of your fashion cravings!
You're laid-back but have a chic style, which is proven by your super soft frock. This crazy comfortable dress is made of finely knit, nearly silky material in a bright bold hue of passionate scarlet. Featuring a flattering bust with twisty gathered fabric, one piquant diagonal strap, and a skirt that gently free flows from the empire waist, this dress will make you feel at home while out on the town. Wear with platform wedges and a vintage shawl to impress fashionistas from LA to SF!
While your favorite flower may only bloom January through April, this snowdrop- and cocoa-hued dress will add floral finery to your ensembles all year round! Featuring crochet lace detailing, a drawstring waist, and a racerback silhouette, this super soft frock will make you feel like a flower yourself. Paired with multi-hued sandals, a quilted tote, and organically inspired jewelry, you'll have a look that will inspire a garden's worth of compliments.
Can't wait for corn bake cookouts and running through fields of stalks? Channel your favorite parts of summer through this sweet, strappy dress! Its subtle tan shade brings attention to your natural beauty, while its bright maize-colored embroidery highlights the hues of the sunny months. A slight V-neck is the ideal spot for a necklace beaded like golden kernels, and its elasticized waist is a fantastic way to remain comfortable through all the season's relaxing events. With husk-green sandals, a soft white sweater, and a woven satchel bag, this frock is your first choice for those days when you just can't wait for your favorite time of year!
When this glimmering taupe dress caught your eye, you simply couldn't tear yourself away. Featuring open shoulders and flutter sleeves, a row of crystal-clear buttons up the bodice, and two side pockets, this fully lined frock will drape you in daring style. Wrap the included tassel belt - accented by gold chains - around the cinched waist, and pair this gauzy, fully lined frock with metallic gladiator sandals, a neutral clutch, and heirloom-inspired jewelry.
Chocolate-covered cherries, jelly beans, strawberry licorice - yum! Whatever your favorite treat, one thing's for sure - you've got a sweet tooth! And soon you'll be sweet on this caramel-colored sleeveless dress. This delicious dress is sprinkled with delectable accents such as scrumptious side cutouts, heavenly hip pockets, and butterscotch buttons from collar to waistband. Smooth fabric and a left-side zipper make this candy-coated frock simple to wear with milk chocolate tights, savory wedge sandals, and a yummy ice cream cone necklace. You in this dress is surely a confectionery treat!
You were already feeling lovely as you meandered down the shoreline at the first light of dawn, but it was only when you noticed the resemblance between the heathering of your frock and the patterns in the sand that had you found yourself feeling your best about your natural beauty. A dune, seashell-white, and sand-streak-black color scheme encircled your frame, floating down to a high-low hemline that fluttered behind you in the soft breeze, and the apron-opening on your back welcomed similar gusts. With tied black sandals hanging from your fingers, a braided belt at your waist, and a twisted headband holding your bangs back, your oneness with the world around you had you feeling wonderful!
You love expressing your outgoing personality and vivacious vibes in eye-catching clothes like this vibrant green 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 you stand on deck in this stunning printed dress, the crystal clear water reflects sparkles onto your stately silver jewelry. A few elongated silver necklaces delicately drape across your cotton-blend frock's slight scoop neck bodice. Their textural, chain link design coyly contrasts with the garment's elegant, fern green and white pinstripe print, while the dress' stark white panels at the sleeveless sides, shoulder straps, and horizontal darts offer seaworthy sophistication. You've been anticipating this cruise for months, so the first sight of your destination's shore brings nothing but immense excitement. Despite the tropical heat, you remain cool and comfortable, thanks to your garment's full lining and discreet back zip. When you finally reach land, a slight breeze catches ...
You pride yourself upon being a lady of style and sophistication. Still, you find that you simply can't resist adding a sly wink of whimsy and sultry allure to your wardrobe - a fact beautifully showcased by this green dress by Bettie Page. The classic shape of this darling frock - the full skirt, bateau neckline, and cap sleeves, along with the precious bow at the waist - exude the designer's passion for golden-age Hollywood glam. However, it's the caged top created by a netting of peridot green cord that adds a saucy kick of 'va va voom' to the otherwise simple look. Don this enticing number with seamed stockings, pretty peep toes, and coy crimson lips, and don't be surprised if your playful ensemble garners a couple of winks of its own as you head out for the evening. ...
This item was picked by you in our Be the Buyer Program and will be sold exclusively online at ModCloth! ! With its sleek silhouette and warm forest-y hue, it's no wonder you love to pal around with this sleeveless maxi! A dramatically gathered bodice hugs your torso, while the long, super-soft skirt flatters your figure and your posh personality. Simple yet sophisticated, this gown proves the perfect companion for wood-soled heels, an owl pendant, and a gold cuff. This style is the start of a fashionable friendship!
When you wear this leafy green dress to the party, you can't help but be the most carefree sweet pea of the evening. Its waist-parted front pleats are perfectly pretty, while its swingy skirt is tons of fun! This lined frocks high back tie meets over double straps, and the peak of its hidden back zip encourages others to lucerne the laces of their shoes a bit and take in your exceptional beauty. Pair this dress with lilac wedges to frolic in and a sheer scarf that flutters as you twirl, and you'll be the cause of many smiles from the moment you arrive to the instant youre out of sight!
Standing on the side of the stage, looking oh-so adorable, you crack up at the comedian with a constant stream of chuckles that jostle the pleats of this dress' skirt, waiting for your indication. There's the punchline - you hold a sign that reads, 'Laughter,' over the seams extending upward from the waistline of this thick knit number, and suddenly all the attention is on you in this pocketed, silky polka dot-lined, back-zipped frock with leopard print wedges and an arm stacked with bangles. The comedian continues, and the next time you assist with the 'Applause' sign, you realize that the attention never left you and your ravishing vintage-inspired cotton-blend dress!
An old friend invited you to the christening celebration of her new boat, and you couldn't turn down the offer. But as the evening approaches, you're at a loss for what to wear to a gathering of so many people you've never met! Take cues from the deep blue sea and catwalk down that port confidently in this black, strapless dress! Its horizontal pintucks and chiffon material dress you up in finery, while its elasticized back section and tie sash cool you down to casual as you 'harbor' assurance that your salmon wedges and beaded, seaweed-inspired necklace will be a hit. Lined, with a stay-put band along the top, this dress will make you feel like the cutest gal to walk the dock!
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!
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!
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!
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