Vintage T-shirts [ What are 3 ways to coordinate your clothes without looking tacky?

Secondhand T-shirts” are attracting attention as one of the leading candidates for fashionable summer tops. However, it does not simply mean that any used T-shirt can look stylish. In this article, we will look at the common elements in the way stylish people wear used T-shirts, and introduce three elements that we would like to refer to in order to avoid being considered tacky by those around us.

Stylish people's secondhand T-shirt coordination techniques (1)Utilize the texture and presence that only secondhand clothes can have

The charm of secondhand T-shirts is the texture that cannot be expressed by new clothes, which is created by the color fading, fraying, and sunburn caused by repeated wear and washing over time. The unique texture of old T-shirts can be utilized. Fashionable people often coordinate their outfits by taking advantage of this unique texture of secondhand clothing. For example, a black vintage T-shirt is easier to see the change in appearance due to color fading than a new T-shirt. A simple black top and bottom coordinate, which tends to be monotonous, can be given a more sophisticated impression by adding a faded black vintage T-shirt.

Editor Tachibana

It is interesting to note that compared to new clothes, secondhand T-shirts are appreciated for their aging condition. When I go shopping at vintage stores with my fashionable friends who like to wear vintage clothes, we often say, “I can’t stand the skinny, terry look of this vintage T-shirt! I often say to myself, “I can’t get enough of the skinny, terry look of this vintage T-shirt! I also enjoy vintage T-shirts with the sense of damage and faded colors, as if I were trying to coordinate them with a piece of artwork created by natural aging. Purely enjoying the charm of vintage clothing may be the shortest route to becoming fashionable.

Stylish people's vintage T-shirt coordination techniques (2)Determine your own acceptable range of damage and wear it

The acceptable range of damage, such as holes and fraying caused by the aging of vintage T-shirts, varies from person to person, as a matter of course. It is important to draw a clear line in your mind as to whether or not a T-shirt is damaged. However, those who are buying vintage T-shirts for the first time may feel that ” it is difficult to draw a line between what damage is acceptable and what is not. Below is a summary of the opinions of our editorial members who like to wear vintage clothing, so please use it as a reference.

Editor Tachibana

I would consider fraying of the collar, cuffs, and hem, plus any holes or stains within 5mm in diameter, to be acceptable up to about 5 areas of damage. However, on a case-by-case basis, if there are holes in the armpits or delicate areas around the chest, I avoid taking it in. If I must wear it, I may cover the skin showing through the hole by wearing an innerwear, or I may wear an outerwear and an old T-shirt as an innerwear so that people around me will not think it is uncomfortable, in my own way.

Editor Izumi

I would not choose a T-shirt that has damage such as holes or rips due to obvious deterioration. Damage due to deterioration is likely to worsen after a few wears and make the item unwearable, so I consider it best to avoid choosing such items from a longevity standpoint as well. Also, as a meander, I think it is important to be prepared for people to point out “that dress has a hole in it” if you wear a vintage T-shirt when meeting relatives or friends who are not really interested in fashion. [/speech_bubble

Editor Ando

Even if the holes are small, I try not to wear T-shirts with countless holes that look as if they were shot with a shotgun. Recently, I have also seen T-shirts that have been damaged by vintage clothing stores, but I do not choose those types of T-shirts either. I try to choose T-shirts that I feel have a natural, aged look that is typical of vintage clothing.

Some vintage T-shirts look hard to wear, such as those with boldly trimmed collars and sleeves. Considering that women’s fashion trends are often one step ahead of men’s fashion trends, it is possible to consider this as a type of ” skin showing ” style! If you decide to give it a try, don’t forget to take thorough care of your unwanted hair and body.

NI-KI of ENHYPEN arrives at Gimpo International Airport to depart for LA on July 26th./PHOTO=OSEN

Stylish people's vintage T-shirt coordination (3)

When coordinating with vintage T-shirts, it is important to use accessories. Some vintage T-shirts may look cheap, but by neutralizing them with high-quality accessories such as eyewear, necklaces, and watches, you can give the impression that you are wearing vintage clothing in a fashionable way.

Editor Tachibana

Some vintage T-shirts have skyrocketed in price as a kind of art. By combining them with jewelry that is also highly artistic, an image of wealthy people who enjoy art is created in the coordination. In fact, the modern vintage T-shirt boom was triggered when overseas celebrities such as Travis Scott and Justin Bieber attracted attention by wearing vintage T-shirts with bling accessories. I think it is a fashionable and orthodox way to coordinate vintage clothing using these celebrities as role models.

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Travis Scott

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In the past few years, secondhand T-shirts have been on the rise without a ceiling, with maison brands offering T-shirts with a vintage look and feel. The OTOKOMAE editorial department has compiled a collection of snapshots of people wearing vintage T-shirts (including vintage-style T-shirts) to help you create your ideal outfit.

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Mandatory Credit: Photo by Onstage Photos/Shutterstock (12541484p) Yard Act perform live at Elsewhere as part of the new in town weekender The Lounge Society perform live at Elsewhere, Margate, UK – 16 Oct 2021

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