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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!
You landed a role in an upcoming winter production with your community theater, so when you aren't at rehearsal, you're running lines with anyone who will oblige! When you start stressing over memorizing the script, you just put on your striped sleeveless dress and immediately feel relaxed! This easygoing tank dress features a woven charcoal skirt and beige-flecked cream top with slate stripes running stage left to stage right across the sheer knit. This no-nonsense dress keeps your mind drama-free, especially when you slip into canvas sneakers, light blue cardigan, and loose-knit hat. Save your theatricality for the stage and craft a cute costume that helps you study the script in stylish comfort!
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 ...
While all your classmates seem to be in a study slump, you simply slide into this strapless dress, grab your books, and set out for the coffee shop! Staying positive as you sail through neat pages of notes, your optimistic outlook is undoubtedly due in part to the confidence you feel from the padded bust and hidden zip of your striped-polka-dot dress of upbeat blue and paper white. This frock's grey chambray skirt, set beneath the hem of your vintage blazer, invites a scholarly look, while silky fabric-wrapped flats play intelligently off the smooth top of this twofer. Loathing the mere idea of exams? It's clear, when you wear this dress, that such an attitude is simply not for you!
"Wish it was Sunday - that's my fun day," you sing into the back of your hairbrush as you dance around your room, in PJs that match the pastel colors of your sponge painted walls. Time to get ready for another week of school. You want to wear something that will impress your secret love interest. He's just so dreamy, from the way he styles his hair, puffed up in front, to the choice white pants he wears, to his absolutely flash patterned sweater vests! Sigh. You need something to help you stand out from all those richies, something like this dress. Sweet! The rosette bouquets, feminine ruffle, and black, cloth-covered buttons adorning the bust make you smile at yourself in the mirror, while the satiny, fully lined, coral pink skirt looks ace! You tease your hair out a little ...
Each time you don this pleated chiffon dress, you can't help but strike a pose. Featuring a patterned bodice of blue, mauve, yellow, and olive flowers, buttons up the front, a pleated, taupe-colored skirt, and crisscross straps, this frock will make you feel like you're floating down the runway as you stroll down the street. Paired with a creme-colored cardigan, navy tights, and patterned flats, you'll have a look worth shining the spotlight on!
Ever since you exchanged those bitty heart halves in grade school, you and your bestie have made your friendship work regardless of the distance that lies between you. Today, as you prep to meet her for drinks, you dress particularly precious in this ribbed racerback-and-pinstripe chambray frock, a polished pair of pumps, wooly tights, and an oversized Aspen-print cardigan she can cuddle into when you hug. It features a funky exposed back zipper lined with blue - her favorite color - decorative silver buttons beneath its neckline, and a comfy A-line cut made for memorable moments when you want to look picture perfect!
The next time your local wine and tapas bar hosts a tasting, gather your friends and colleagues, order a platter of fine cheeses, prosciutto, and imported olives, and enjoy an evening of conversation and refreshment as sparkling as this sleeveless dress! Its fully lined skirt features a discreet side zipper and a sash that ties at the waist. The skirt's lovely blush color will show your preference for pink vino, while the heather grey, jersey knit, scoop neck bodice will keep you comfortable as you listen to the sommelier explain how, in the production of ros, red-skinned grapes are crushed and allowed to remain in contact with the juice for only a few days before the grapes are pressed and their skins discarded, instead of remaining in contact throughout the fermentation process, as ...
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!
A pristine, blue lake lies quietly only an hour away from your home, and to mix things up a bit, you gather a group of your buds to head up for a weekend of fun! You have big plans for the first night - a posh, little party complete with outdoor lights strung along the cabin porch and a hip DJ set up on the dock! Wearing this lovely, strapless dress featuring slightly shimmery, multicolored tiers with a pair of sandals, a pendant necklace, and a gleaming hostess smile, you serve kabobs and punch to your buddies as they enjoy the moonlight, music, and cool lake breeze! The flexible, shirred back, fully lined interior, and textured, banded waistline of your dress make you feel at ease as you enjoy a lovely evening with friends!
Step up to the deck in the savviest of sartorial styles donning this delightful black and white striped sleeveless stunner! With its flattering rounded sweetheart neckline, adjustable black spaghetti straps, rear back-zip, broad black waistband, and alternating stripes of coal black and bright white, this gorgeous cotton blend frock earns our highest scores of approval. When paired with golden accessories, cute kitten heels, a cropped denim jacket, and sparkling eyedust, you've created an effortlessly adorable ensemble that packs a whole lot of tantalizing tang!
Serenity is not a squalling storm, but a billowing breeze of peaceful passion, much like the quiet movement of this misty grey maxi. Comfortably lined down to its hem, which tickles your bare toes, the adjustable straps of this V-neck assure the satisfaction of a perfect fit. An elasticized empire waist, decorated with a faux drawstring, delicately decorates this tie dye dress, and with the gentle tone of turquoise making an appearance through your stone jewelry and a sheer scarf of lilac loosely wrapped around your neck, your look will be as easily lovely as the light breath of the early morning.
Add a splash of avant-garde edge to your look with this watercolor-print sheath by Motel! British designer Motel is the self-claimed cult brand that defies trends in favor of eye-catching, ultra-cool fashion masterpieces. Abstract, rainbow-hued patterns cover this body-hugging, knit dress in a dreamy, dazzling design. Frame this chic, scoop-necked look with metallic heels, black tights, and a twisted hairband for museum-worthy style that wows!
This dress has all the elements you look for in a frock - plentiful pleats, a sweeping sash, and a serene color scheme of beiges, blues, and browns! It's bordered in the same sweet floral design that sits just above its hem, and its two sheer layers sit light on your shoulders. With sky kitten heels and a soft cardigan, this dress is nearly ideal, and the only thing needed to complete the picture is you!
Evoking the gorgeous gradients of a deep summer dusk, this bliss-inducing bandage dress will have you squealing in delight! A rich onyx gradually lightens through a gorgeous pewter to a refreshing mint hue, while a back cut out adds playful pizazz. Raised stripes punctuate the knit fabric, featuring narrow spacing at the waist to accent your smashing silhouette. Pair this super soft and fantastically flexible dip-dye dazzler with 70s-inspired platform sandals and a violet lip color for an ensemble worthy of the best of nighttime beach parties.
You're tired of your old dresses, what'll you do? 'Dip' into these tie-dyed hues, darling! Its easy-to-wear earthy colors seep into one that sings springy fun, and its jersey material, drawn in at the waist by a thin, fitted band, is comfy to skip in! Drape a daisy pendant necklace between this frock's kimono short sleeves, step into some brown boots, and you'll be sure to whistle your way through a mighty lovely day!
Your style is so fierce, it ignites flames in viewers' hearts while sending chills down their spine. Keeping consistent with this concept, this dress' super-cool color scheme and pattern subliminally include fiery pyres that adds to the panache of its blue waist sash and front- and back-Vs. With open sandals that welcome the steamy sun, and a cardigan set over its cap sleeves that flows as beautifully as any river, your look is so striking, it inspires those around you to find a style as unique as yours!
On your weekend tour of the best little-known shops around, let your eye for a great find start from the get-go by wearing this pretty vintage-inspired dress! Belt this brown, floral button down today, toss a deep blue skirt beneath its keyhole-open back tomorrow, and wear a sweater under its collar for your final day, as you collect the chicest pieces of yesteryear. With your favorite boots and a brooch, let this frock be your good luck charm for great finds!
Sweeten your style with this polka-dotted, cocoa-colored frock! The cobalt-blue polka dots decorating its mesh overlay make this belted dress a tasteful way to indulge your playful personality. Its flirty, V-shaped back and textured belt look delectable alongside a pair of strawberry flats, a gold pendant, and a vanilla hair accessory. Treat yourself to this charming look!
When the cool weather turns warm, you simply can't give up your favorite drink. Clad in this breezy mocha-hued dress, you opt for iced to keep cool on a sweltering summer day. Featuring a pleated collar, functional button placket, embroidered hem, and unique gathered detailing, this crepe-and-crochet dress will add cool style to even the warmest of weather. Paired with creme-colored sandals, a woven tote bag, and brightly hued jewelry, you'll have a stylish look that will keep you cool.
This morning, you slipped the ruffled V-neck of this racerback dress over your head, knowing that this evening you and your lovebird can reunite! Anxiously making your way through the day, you tap the toes of your deep brown combat boots and jiggle the pendant on your long necklace until the sun starts to set. You rush out the door, rust-colored frock fading perfectly into the hue of the lowering sun, and bright blue kissing-dove print glowing in the almost-twilight. Finally, you find your sweetie's arms wrapped around your dress' elasticized waist once again!
Release your inner flower child with this bright, blousey frock! Printed with drop-shaped bunches of rainbow-hued blossoms, the sheer overlay of this shift billows elegantly over your body. A tied keyhole closure and a comfy gathered waist add to the free-spirited style of this colorful look. Worn with fringe-trimmed booties, a woven belt, and a feather-accented hair extension, this dress will have you looking glam and feeling groovy!
When the sweltering summer sun comes out, your friends know who to go to for refreshing treats! Today, they stepped up onto your porch only to find you looking divine in the colorful stripes and circles of this boho maxi dress, singing into a cherry ice pop as if it were a microphone! That was your cue to ham it up even more, placing a hand on the ruffled, fitted waist of this kimono-sleeved frock, and then dramatically holding it against your heart as you belt out your favorite hit. Finally finishing, you bow and step forward in white sandals to greet your audience, peering at them over your round sunglasses, and offering the opportunity for them to sing into a 'mic' of their own!
You carefully move your U-gouge over the block of maple in front of you, bending over your work so that your pretty maxi dress' low-scooped, crisscrossed back shows from beneath your lovely locks. Today, you felt inspired by this dress' geometric print of diamonds and lines, and the curlicues of wood that you shave off your woodblock make way for a similarly zen pattern. Before long, you put an apron over this frock's slightly padded bust, and ink up a roller brush. You push your wooden bangles out of the way and pull your hair back with a floral clip as you begin to ink your block, ready to make prints that are as beautiful as you look!
Your tropical vacation is so jam-packed with plans that theres little time to rest, let alone the chance to change between activities. Never fear - this rust-hued, V-neck maxi is the perfect wear for everything you do! With a pattern featuring distinctive stripes and animal prints, this dress is fitting for a stroll along a tropical trail, while its laced X-back opposite a padded bust is perfect for dinner reservations. With a comfortable pair of woven flats and a scarf wrapped in your hair, youll feel so comfortable in this frock, youll forget you packed anything else!
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!
Approach going-out garb from a whole new angle with this jazzy black shift! Petite tan triangles scatter across the silky fabric of this tiered racerback dress, creating a dynamic pattern that's worth giving a spin. Accompanied by colorful tights, platform heels, and a brilliant bangle, this playful frock will help shape up your style and have you feeling groovy!
It's always a treat to travel with you, thanks to your gourmet kitchen skills and flawless taste in fashion! While your friends finish surfing and relaxing on the sand, you skip back to the bungalow to prepare dessert in this delightful dress! It boasts a sleeveless racerback silhouette with a crossover neckline, an elasticized waist, and a full fern-green lining, served in woven zig-zagging stripes in an orchard of fresh shades. Make this refreshing design even sweeter by layering it beneath a sea-blue cardigan an adding a pair of bright tights and patent raspberry flats before completing your look with a charming floral headband!
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.
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.
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!
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