Vintage, Made Easy: Nightgown Set
How a retro nightie, that looks super conservative (and almost like a costume) can be made into many cute outfits.
Shopping vintage can be hit or miss. I will be the first to admit I go a little cray cray hitting thrift stores. It can be easy to find yourself overwhelmed thinking about how to wear some of the gorgeous statement pieces hiding in the corners of Goodwill or Salvation Army. I’m here to help.
Let’s start with vintage nighties since they’re SO precious and pretty easy to come by…
I found this gorgeous 2 piece set from The Vintage Underground while traveling in Chicago. The set was around $70. It’s in perfect condition and quite a steal at that price. The tag says it’s from Saks Fifth Avenue. I feel like this is a little piece of history. Art, but for your body. That’s basically how I view fashion. But this little set is extra special to me. The colors are amazing and I always love a lace trim.
Below are 2 looks using the slip dress as a dress, and 2 looks using the bed jacket as a kimono …
For a dreamy femme look
Pair with cozy knits …
OUTFIT #1:
Vintage slip dress
Cropped peach F21 sweater
White boots
Nude undergarments
White purse
Gold rings & hoops
The dress is fairly sheer, so I’m wearing nude undergarments, so they don’t stand out as much — you could also wear a seamless slip underneath for more coverage. I layered on the cropped sweater, because I love cropped sweaters, but don’t always wanna show my stomach and I think wearing them over dresses is a great alternative.
Also, the crop sweater stops somewhere around your natural waist to also give a little shape. White boots are always fun. I accessorized with the white purse, to pull in the boots and some basic gold jewelry.
Sheer is sexy
Showing a little skin makes this vintage slip feel a bit more modern …
OUTFIT #3:
Vintage slip dress
Skinny black belt
Black undergarments
Black ankle boots
Plum tote
This is a slightly sexier look. Since the dress is sheer and I know you could see my undergarments, I wore all black everything to spice it up. Black boots, black bra, black shorts. The black belt helps cinch in the waist to give you a little shape. Especially my ladies with bigger busts, this is the way to go for you. And I threw on the plum tote instead of a black one, just for fun.
Kimono
The perfect light-weight jacket for instant style …
First kimono look, belted over a lacey, little flowy dress. The dress is kinda sheer, so it’s hard to wear on its own, so the kimono is perfect for this. And it’s very flowy so the belt helps the kimono stay in place over the dress and gives the dress a little extra shape.
I accessorized with a pale pink belt, pink boots for a monochromatic look, which is super fun for the spring. I kept the purse nude to not take away from the outfit.
OUTFIT #4:
Zara mom jeans
Tan bodysuit
My mom’s vintage crochet clutch
Cream boots
Gold watch + big hoops
This look totally focuses on the kimono. I wore high waisted, slightly baggy jeans, and a nude body suit. Light cream-tanish boots and my mom’s vintage crochet clutch. The kimono is the only real color happening and it keeps it the center of attention.
If you can reinvent a nightie set, imagine all the possibilities awaiting your local thrift spots, flea markets, depop, etc. I’m here for you, keep checking back for more sustainable styling centered around unique vintage originals. Hit me up in the comments if you have any questions or ideas!
