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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!
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.
The full moon is lighting your path as you stroll in your royal blue maxi. The soft-as-butter jersey knit is the perfect weight for a summer evening like this. It'd be great, you think, to even wear this dress with a cardigan and flats for an autumn stroll. Indeed, the simple, racerback tank top and elasticized waistband with slight draping are elegant for any season. A warm breeze flutters over the long skirt, brushing softly against your legs. Wear this dress with a shawl and sandals for a lovely walk in the starlit park.
Ever since you started sketching, you've been waiting for your work to come to life in a garment. Finally, atop the rose etches and imbroglio stitched into the chambray-like material of this crocheted-neck dress, your work can be worn! With a spunky T-back that sprouts four cords, and a soft, silky lining, this pintucked-front and tied-back frock deserves a high-five! Slide into summery sandals, toss a light cardigan over your shoulders, and make your way outdoors to celebrate the floral figures you can now wear!
It's time to prove your love for this darling dress from Tulle Clothing by taking it out on the town! Tulle's flair for vintage-inspired modern apparel and accessories makes this far-out floral frock a delightful choice for sunny days. Since starting in 1999, Tulle has been busy embellishing their styles with clever details, such as the '60s-style print of avocado, goldenrod, pumpkin, and white that cover this cotton number, along with the trio of bows that decorate its zip-up racerback. Partner this pretty piece with cute clogs, a few wooden bangles, and oversized enamel earrings, and you're ready to flaunt your vintage-feeling ensemble along with your retro dance moves!
Woven into the tan jersey knit neckline and racerback of this blue dress, you find it sits on your shoulders so perfectly, it's as if chirping birds built their nest around you! And oh how fitting, for you'll find its long silhouette will become your favorite so quickly, you'll practically live in it. Better take good care of this new haven that surrounds you by decorating its elasticized waist with a thin brown belt, furnishing your feet with muted espadrilles, and adorning your eyes with oversized shades. With a look so comforting, it feels like home, you may find friends knocking on your closet door for weekend stays!
You love meandering along the pathway of your local greenhouse, admiring the greens and pops of colors that surround you. But tonight's big event, lit by moonlight through the glass ceiling, you mingle in the shadows and soft glows of the plants, wearing this beautiful maxi dress that mimics their hues. With zipped T-back and a billowing top over a paneled waist, this lined dress lays elegantly on your shoulders, letting a pleated, slitted length fall from its waist like the stream in your favorite wing. The way youve worn it with a crystal necklace that glimmers in the light, and matte periwinkle sandals to coordinate with the violets and peaches of this frock, makes you the most fittingly and fashionably dressed at this evenings soiree.
Conquer cuteness with everyday style when you greet your loving followers and friends in this ravishing royal purple dress! They'll 'ooh' and 'ahh' at the adorableness of its ruffled princess seams, while you dethrone discomfort with its elasticized waist band that ties in the front. Seize a style that's sovereignly sassy by flourishing your outfit with floral flats and crowning yourself with a fedora, and you'll be greeted with curtsies wherever you go!
Despite the sun pouring in through your apartment's wealth of windows, you can't help but escape to your patio to enjoy the bright afternoon. Dressed in this silky black dress, you admire the bustling city surrounding your sky-high space - the abstractly painted birds and branches of your shift blending in with the bright hues of your potted garden. With its open, racerback-like straps and high-low hem, this frock is at once elegant and urban. Paired with metallic sandals, a stack of statement bangles, and a pair of classic wayfarer sunglasses, this look is the definition of high fashion!
You love relaxing on your lawn with a good book - clad in this silky, floral dress, you delight as the summer breeze ruffles the light and airy fabric. In a racerback silhouette, this blue- and rose-hued floral dress features a darling ruffle at the bust, a cinched waistline, and full lining. Pair it with braided sandals, aviator sunglasses, and a canvas tote, and you'll have a warm-weather-ready look, whether you're lounging on your lawn or strolling down the sidewalk.
Though your powers of logic are without question, you're also known for your inventive imagination. During a recent daydream, you concocted a story of two lovers separated by the vast Atlantic. Despite the allure of realism, you opted for an ambiguous ending to their tale - a long walk across the vast sea. Just as love united your characters against the odds, you've finally found your dream dress after years of searching. With its super soft, swirling blue fabric, reminiscent of the depths of the ocean, and braided leather belt, the magic of this gorgeous gown has won you over - it's no illusion!
After a perfect day of sun and surf, there's nothing you look forward to more than donning this 100% cotton, navy-hued dress and welcoming your friends for a cocktail on your ocean-front terrace. Featuring a pintucked bodice, scalloped hem, delicate embroidery, and a crochet racerback, this darling dress will drape you in casual style. For a look that will make waves, pair this sweet shift dress with gilded sandals, a stack of gold bracelets, and a shell-hued cardigan to keep out the ocean breeze.
You say you love your sweetie from the bottom of your heart, but what makes up the middle? Show up to your next date in this cute thulian dress to display all the amour you're made of! Its foundation is an affectionate hem with a hue that's held by two Swiss-dotted stripes, and alternating up through crocheted sections are sweet sentiments and fond feelings that are topped with a woven racerback that adjusts by way of skinny straps. With a small locket set above the decorative buttons of this lined V-neck dress, and a heart-shaped satchel hanging aside its hidden side zip, your beloved will now understand that the bottom of your heart contains more than just a crush!
Take a black, retro-cut frock, sprinkle it with ripe strawberries, and you'll be tempted by no other. With flattering princess seaming in the bust, satiny decorative buttons lining up the front, handy pockets, and a sash to wrap in a cutesy bow, this dress will get sweet on you at first glance. Wide straps make for a comfortable fit, while bows on the neck and pockets make this dress even girlier than it already boasts to be. If you want to show off the fullness of the A-line skirt, add a tulle petticoat for a bold look. Wear with patent heels to create an ensemble that will sweep the nation.
It's a gorgeous day - the kind that's perfect for sporting a new dress at an outdoor soiree. After pulling together a list of impromptu invites, your best friend comes over, and the two of you spend the morning putting up decorations and assembling trays of treats. The last thing you do is to arrange a summery outfit based around this fanciful frock, which features a spaghetti strap racerback, ruffles at the bodice, and ivory polka dots sprinkled over a noir background. Adding wedge espadrilles and a floppy sunhat, you smile at your reflection in the mirror right as the doorbell rings!
The sun is just beginning its descent toward the horizon, the sea is softly swelling in the distance, and your best pals are all heading over within the hour. Decked out in this fetching, nautical-inspired frock, canvas wedges, a golden ship pendant, and a bow-topped headband, you finish the preparations for your barbecue. With its intriguing irregular stripe pattern, tantalizing tufted texture, riveting racerback cut, and wheat-hued rope belt, this darling cream-and-navy dress is a perfectly comfortable, yet perfectly cute choice for an enchanted evening enjoying fine food and great friends by the shore.
Upon first spying this cotton floral frock, you knew there was an instant 'connection.' You were immediately won over by its pretty pastel print and convenient side pockets, while the gathering and decorative buttons at the sweetheart bodice, crossover straps and a triangular cutout in back, and flirty full skirt worked in 'conjunction' to create an undeniably adorable dress. For a night of dancing, you decided to don this romantic number with edgy accessories of sheer leggings in a bright shade, metallic T-straps, and a studded bag, expertly combining two independently fabulous ideas to form one completely stylish thought.
A warm summer night, funnel cake, and the whirring of the carnival rides all around - does it get much better? It does if you have the perfect outfit! This navy-and-khaki striped twofer dress is perfect for frolicking with your friends at the local street fair as you peruse the local artists' booths and eye that cotton candy machine nearby! With an adorably crocheted accent belt, elasticized waist, and A-line skirt, this frock has you ready to stroll the streets and sample the treats in true casual-chic style. Paired with your navy flats, cuff bracelets, and vintage bag, you can't help but ensure that you always win the 'big prize' in the fashion game!
An early autumn evening, the gold and auburn leaves falling at your feet, is the perfect scenario for a serene stroll. The grass flutters for a moment in the crisp breeze, and the sun sets gloriously in the cloud-free sky. When such an occasion presents itself, be dressed appropriately for it in a cute and comfortable frock like this one. With soft and lightweight fabric, a row of dainty and functional buttons, and a pattern of posies bunches against a navy blue background, it's both pretty and perfect for your excursion. The band of thick, mocha-colored ribbon acts as a belt, complementing the brown, navy, and stone grey accents at the bust, and three rows of petite ruffles, one of which is navy lace, encircle the skirt. When you slip into a pair of peep toe flats, layer with a ...
Like a flower blossoms into beauty when it receives the right combination of water, sunlight, and love, you bloom magnificently when you mix this dress with a rugged leather belt, breezy espadrilles, and a fringe-edged purse. With its peachy hue and simple silhouette of a ruffled bodice and crisscrossing straps, wearing this fully lined frock makes you feel like a rose unfurling in the June sun. Whether you're headed to class or to the park for a mid-afternoon picnic, you'll feel your confidence 'growing' strong whenever you wear this fresh dress!
The life of a dress is a long and eventful journey, just as your own history has its hints of excitement. Today, your paths cross, and as you slip into this frock, its apparent that its colorful pattern and summery straps on your shoulders are a matter of fate! Show off this perfect match when you step out with strappy black sandals beneath the lined skirt of this racerback dress, and a thin belt encircling its fitted waist. Worn with feather earrings and wrap bracelets, the look of this kaleidoscopic dress is complete, and its then that you know theres a lifetime of happiness ahead of you!
You've been invited to give a lectureon contemporary poetry at your local college! Now that your notes are prepared, you want an outfit that strikes a poetic balance between knowledgeable and casual. Let your inner expert shine when you compare and contrast modern movements in this knit maxi dress! This long sleeve, milk chocolate brown- and grey-striped dress boasts waist shirring on both sides and a comfy scoop neckline. Juxtapose the stripes with a black braided belt, knee-high boots, and a denim blazer, and you'll wow the class with your winning metaphors!
Pittsburgh-based designer Kelly Lane has an uncanny eye for artful sophistication. By blending form-flattering silhouettes, totally wearable knit fabrics, and bold compositions of color and print, like the geometric diamond clusters of this mocha latte dress, her eco-friendly line will definitely uplift your week to a place of pure enjoyment. Each piece is crafted ethically by a family-run business in New York's garment district in limited run batches, and their tags are even made of 100% recycled paper. A fab frock featuring 3/4 length sleeves, draped front pockets, and a stylish semi-wrap front combined with feel-good fashion practices? Don't mind if you do!
From designer duds to vintage treasures, fierce fashion has always been your passion. It's no surprise, then, that you feel right at home in this leopard-print shift - its long sleeves, ruched waist, and silky, body-hugging fabric are as flattering as they are fabulous. Worn with citrus-hued heels, angular earrings, and a statement ring, this dress is simply 'purr'-fect!
This item was picked by you in our Be the Buyer Program and will be sold exclusively online at ModCloth! For years you've strolled past your dream cottage - its lawn as green and its shutters as white as the patterns of your Dear Creatures dress. Dear Creatures designers Bianca Benitez and Rob Sinclair put vintage inspiration and plenty of imagination into playful, modern designs like this dress. The marbled white buttons, A-line skirt, and ruffle trim of this frock are a dream come true, as are your hopes for this charming little house. Your sweetheart snaps a photo of you standing inside the picket gate, beaming in your silver flats, khaki cardigan, and pendant necklace - in this outfit, you're as picture-perfect as your new home!
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, ...
Your family and friends have all gathered together for a day of picnic fun - greet them in this cheerful gingham shift by Dear Creatures! The two designers behind this adorable brand create retro-inspired looks that you'll want to invite into outfits again and again! This cool, dove-grey hue of this cap-sleeved, button-down dress looks fresh against the flora and fauna of the outdoor pavilion. With your twisting rope belt tied around your waist, a green cardi over your shoulders, a bow in your hair, and sweet sandals at your feet, you'll be looking pretty and ready to party!
Interacting with your cows sweetly, fetching eggs with a smile, patiently waiting for your bread dough to rise - the way you go about things with a positive spin puts the whole crew in a good mood! So, when you arrive to the neighborhood's weekend feast in this cotton-blend dress by Dear Creatures, you're sure to spread the smiles further! The two designers behind this sweet brand created it with the idea of paying homage to decades past while leading the pack in determining the top looks of tomorrow. With a brown braided belt around this blue frock's elasticized waist, a leather necklace between its double-tied shoulders and subtle V-neck, and a hand casually slung in its slit pockets, you shuffle your white wedges into the barn house to have your offerings of delicious peach pie and ...
As the organizer of the annual brunch benefit, you strive to strike a stylish yet poised image, and you can't help but feel both when you don this navy dress by Dear Creatures. The two designers behind this sweet brand created it with idea of paying homage to decades past, while leading the pack in determining the top looks of tomorrow. With a vintage-inspired silhouette, this monochromatic dress features an intricate bow across the bodice and pleated tulip skirt. Paired with a pearl-collared cardigan, taupe heels, and a stack of dainty bracelets, you'll captivate your audience not just with your sparkling personality, but with your sartorial statement as well.
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