Six awesome vintage Etsy stores
- Words by Peppermint
Shop secondhand loveliness from the comfort of our sofa? Seriously, we are SO DOWN WITH THAT. Recently we’ve been falling in love all over again with Etsy, as we peruse beautifully unique, fast fashion-free vintage pieces from around the world. As a pre-Christmas party season PSA, here are some of our fave sellers currently peddling their pre-loved wares…
US-based colour-coded, minimalist loveliness that soothes our tired minds. Our top picks? This linen check crop top (above), this dotty cotton romper, these go-with-anything leather flats and this pair of perfectly broken-in high waisted jeans (below).
Sydney-based purveyors of treasures from the 50s to the 80s, but with a particular nod to the 70s. We’re lovin’ these super comfy, 90s-style wide leg trews, this cute-as-a-button cotton frock and this vintage silk kimono for the life we like to imagine we lead.
Need something fancy for the office party? These guys have got your back with all manner of fabulous frocks on offer – think everything from this perfect 50s wiggle dress and this dreamy ballet dress (below), to this more casual 70s denim number.
If you’re a vintage Etsy seller from the US you better have ‘company’ in your name to catch our eye – just sayin’. These guys are quirky and kooky and just plain adorable – check out this linen overall dress, the cutest high-waisted cotton shorts (main image), these perfect cropped linen pants and this gingham picnic dress.
Sydneysiders who’ve got the boho floral gorgeousness thing down PAT. We’re loving this amazing maxi skirt for all your summer festival needs, this ideal dress for the wedding season, this beautifully embroidered blouse and this 70s crop top, for the brave at heart and strong of abs.
Hungarian sellers of a cornucopia of deliciousness, from this ditsy floral top to this gorgeous sisal market bag (above), this perfectly worn denim jacket and this showstopper of a corduroy high waisted skirt.
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But don’t you dare shit on your old self while you do it.
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You are perpetually in the process of becoming, whether you can feel it or not, whether or not you add it to your 2026 to-do list.“
Some very wise words from @Damon.Gameau to take us into 2026 🙌🏼
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