“Generally speaking, clothing which was produced before the 1920s is referred to as antique clothing and clothing from the 1920s to 1980 is considered vintage” (Wikepedia).

Hot off the fashion press is the launch of a fabulous new online Vintage boutique, GiGi Vintage. GiGiVintage does all the hard work of finding hundreds of great vintage pieces to save you the time and effort of doing so. Forget traipsing around a Parisian market or the Vintage stores in Spitalfields, just head online to www.gigivintage.co.uk.

GiGi Vintage

GiGi Vintage was originally founded by Gurmeet Grewal in 2009 . Gurmeet’s experience as a footwear buyer for high profile retailers has given her invaluable knowledge and expertise to create a fabulous concept online boutique.

“Being an avid vintage shopper, both in the UK and around the world, I have failed to find a vintage boutique that is not only inspired by catwalk trends, but one that also sources more boutique-style pieces whilst creating a pleasant shopping experience at the same time. This is what inspired me to launch GiGi Vintage” .

www.gigivintage.co.uk

Gurmeet has been searching shops and looking for amazing pieces for many years now. Calling on inspiration from her mother’s wardrobe from the 1960s onwards and the beautiful vintage pieces that belonged to her late grandmother, Gurmeet has an “extremely strong passion for everything ‘vintage’ and everything ‘fashion’.”

Handpicked from around the World

The aim of GiGi Vintage is to bring an element of personal shopping that is individual and desirable. Every piece in the collection is handpicked from sources around the world, to ensure the collection is at its very best. The website offers a great range of dresses, tops and accessories that can complete a fabulous outfit. The collection features items from the 1940′s through to the late 1990′s. GiGi Vintage understand that not all Vintage pieces can be easily translated to today’s trends, Gurmeet sympathetically “modernises and customises some pieces to make them more wearable and user friendly”.

The Collection

GiGi Vintage’s collection is bang on trend for this summer, from fantastic playsuits and jumpsuits to the essential Maxi dress that has recently been spotted on celebrities such as Ashley Olsen, Daisy Lowe and Heidi Klum. In the essentials aspect, Boyfriend blazers sit alongside gloriously unique coats and delightful shoes.

Gurmeet says “ What makes GiGi Vintage also so special is the prices; ranging from £15-£45 for tops and £12-£65 for footwear, which makes looking individual so affordable”.

The collection is perfect for summer days, a statement office wardrobe, a capsule festival outfit, or a special one off piece.

Sneak Peak at the Collection

DAISY CHAIN maxi dress

Daisy Chain Maxi Dress

A stunning floaty maxi dress by Verena Piadra from the 1970′s.  In a sumptuous shade of pink with beautiful floral print. Really fitting in with the prints trend that was popular on the catwalk this Spring.

RIVIERA Navy houndstooth cardigan

Riviera Navy Houndstooth Cardigan

Perfect to ‘chic’ up any outfit, a sophisticated little off-white and navy blue cardigan with houndstooth design, gold-rimmed faux pearl buttons and navy blue trim!! Stylish worn over cute mini dresses or with skinny jeans. Team with a pair of retro ’70s sunglasses and a chain handle bag for some vintage Riviera elegance!

ENIM DIVA Floral print denim playsuit

Enim Diva Floral Print Denim Playsuit

This season’s ‘must-have’ item!  Hit that denim trend with this cute little belted shorts oversized playsuit made of a fabulous floral printed denim material. Stand out in the crowd

IT’S ALL NAVY high waisted skirt

It's All Navy High Waisted Skirt

Hit the nautical trend with this high waisted navy coloured mini skirt with gold-edged buttons down the front! Two front pockets and elasticated feature at the back. Perfect for a cute summer outfit.

The online boutique also includes the ‘Super Brands’ section, where you will find a delightful array of stunning pieces from YSL, Lanvin, Dior and Chanel just to name a few.

Head to www.gigivintage.co.uk now, let Gurmeet be your Vintage fairy godmother!