why you should be looking for secondhand 90s-00s brands

dear millennials, trust me on this one

Hi friends! In this post, we’re going to throw it back to brands you probably haven’t thought of in years.

Also, be sure to stick around for a lil drop at the end of the post 😏

A little bit of context

Today’s fast fashion brands are selling 90s & y2k inspired clothes. But they’re terrible quality (and let’s not even get started on the ethics).

That pinstripe blazer you noticed at Zara? I’ll find you a much nicer on Vinted that’s actually from the 90s (I even shared one in my last drop!).

It’s time to start searching for those brands again

Because it’s a great (cheap) way to find fun, unique, every day clothing items.

Some of my best finds are from using the following search terms. The latest being my mid-season trench coat from Chipie, of all places.

All you need to do is take a little trip down memory lane…follow me…

Remember 🥹?

Ok, so that’s the tip: search for those nostalgic brands. Easy enough right?

Well, yes, but as always with secondhand: there’s a bit of a process and a lot of patience.

The process

1. Shortlist the brands to search for
   Some inspo to get you started: NafNaf, Kookai, Pimkie, Jennyfer, Camaieu, Miss Sixty, Morgan de toi, Promod, Etam, Esprit, Banana Republic, United Colors of Benetton, Sisley, Caroll, DKNY
   

2. In Vinted, type in the brand name + “vintage”
   I’ve also played around adding “y2k” or “90s” to my search terms but those are a bit overused by Vinted sellers who add them as hashtags on new items from Zara, Weekday, Mango, Shein (🥴) etc.
   

3. Spot the labels in the photos! 🔎
   Most of these brands have updated their branding since the 90s. Look for photos of their logos to double-check it’s legit vintage.
   

   Unsure if it’s their old or new logo? Google will tell you in a second and you’ll be a pro at spotting these in no time!

   

   

4. Scrolling and patience are your friends
   It's far from a perfect science. You will still see loads of current-day items 🥲. But look closely: I promise you there are some gems hidden there!
   

5. Save your searches and come back to them
   Maybe today's results don’t yield many results. But come back to these searches next time you log on and you might just find something!
   

6. Favorite articles you like
   Even if you don’t ever buy them! Favoriting items is the best way to teach Vinted’s algorithm what you like.

Note: not to be captain obvious, but always narrow down results with your size(s).

5 items I found this week using this process

The proof is in the pudding (I’ve always wanted to use this expression): below five fun items I spotted using these search terms.

NafNaf cozy leather jacket

It’s tempting to think the cold days are behind us. But don’t be fooled: March is a big tease and it’s still too early to say goodbye to our coats for the year. This cute jacket can carry you through those last cold days, and you’ll be so happy to wear it again next November!

Size: M/38
Price: 24.99€

Link to Vinted

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Morgan denim midi skirt

Midi skirts are great to ease into warmer days. You can start showing some skin without being fully confronted with how pale your legs are 🫠. I love the multiple denim washes on this one.

Size: M/38
Price: 10€

Link to Vinted

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DKNY asymmetric sweater

A fun option for “lighter-sweater” season. I love that the collar is a bit asymmetric, so it’s a bit more interesting than your basic beige sweater.

Size: M/38
Price: 30€

Link to Vinted

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Promod v-neck tank top

This top just makes me excited for the summer. The color is so pretty and the crossed back detail is lovely. They just don’t make ‘em like this anymore, guys! (Or at least not at Promod, and not for 10€…)

Size: S/36
Price: 10€

Link to Vinted

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Sisley skirt suit

I own a skirt suit and guess what? It’s from vintage Jennyfer! This one seems to be in perfect shape and quite modern (so you don’t immediately look like a working woman from the 90s). Also they’re great basics to wear separately.

Size: L/40
Price: 25€

Link to Vinted

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Bonus! Cacharel vinyl trench

I just can’t limit myself to 5 items! A cute trench to make rainy days a bit less depressing.

Size: S/36
Price: 65€

Link to Vinted

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So: thoughts? Have you also been relying on these good old brands in your Vinted search? What were your go-to 90s-00s brands? Is Gen Z onto something?

Also, what do you think of this post format? Reply or comment, I want to hear from you :)

Happy searchings and findings, les amis 🔮

— Laure (in aforementioned vintage Chipie trench)