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The Best Vintage Fall Dresses

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August 14, 2023 By Lisa Sharp 23 Comments

As the weather cools down it’s time to find some beautiful vintage fall dresses. These vintage-inspired fall dresses will keep you cozy and fashionable.

collage with three autumn dresses and text overlay vintage-inspired autumn dresses

It’s kind of hard to believe but fall is here! It’s time to start thinking about a fall wardrobe. I’m enjoying watching all of the beautiful new fall dresses coming out. 

Now’s the time to buy a few new fall dresses and maybe stock up on some cute tights and shoes. If you like vintage fashion you’ll love these vintage-inspired fall dresses.

Vintage-Inspired Fall Dresses

One of my favorite clothing items is dresses. They are so simple because there is no trying to find matching pieces, just throw on a dress and you look put together! And these fall dresses are perfect for the cooler months.

Photo Credit: www.unique-vintage.com

Orange Plaid Swing Dress

A lovely 1950's silhouette from Unique Vintage, the Devon Dress is a gorgeous swing full of unstoppable beauty.

Photo Credit: www.unique-vintage.com

Cat Houndstooth Fit & Flare Dress

A romantic 1950s style silhouette crafted in a stretch knit that features an ivory, orange, and black catstooth pattern.

Photo Credit: www.unique-vintage.com

Moon Embroidered Capelet Swing Dress

This gorgeous 1950s-style swing dress is crafted in a lovely eggplant purple woven fabric, and boasts adjustable spaghetti straps, and a silver moon and stars embroidered capelet, while the swing-length skirt boasts side pockets!

Photo Credit: www.unique-vintage.com

Black Fox Fit & Flare Dress

Crafted from a black woven fabric, this dress is the epitome of chic and comfort combined.

Photo Credit: www.eshakti.com

Floral print georgette smocked surplice dress

This dress can be customized and made to fit your measurements! And you can get $50 off your first order with my link!

Photo Credit: modcloth.com

Red Wrap Dress

In a deep burgundy and black striped print, this luxuriously soft midi dress from the ModCloth namesake label is both super stylish and irresistibly comfortable. This dress also comes in green.

Photo Credit: modcloth.com

Going Out and About Shirt Dress

Elegant in its simplicity, this rust-hued shirt dress from the ModCloth namesake label is comfortable enough for all-day wear with an elevated silhouette that is full of vintage-inspired charm.

Photo Credit: modcloth.com

Bring The Whimsy Midi Dress

Bring whimsy with you wherever you go in this beautiful plum red midi dress from Aussie brand Princess Highway!

Photo Credit: amazon.com

Burgundy Vintage Cocktail Evening Dress

This vintage sleeveless dress emphasized the waist with an A-Line skirt and an empire waist.

Photo Credit: amazon.com

A Line Swing Dress

This Belle Poque Semi Formal Swing dress is a lovely Defined Waist Dress to bring out your captivating charm.

How to Rent Fall Dresses

Another way to a lot of new fall dresses is with clothing rental. It’s an affordable and eco-friendly option as you aren’t buying new items but instead basically sharing a huge closet with a lot of other people.

I have a guide for clothing rental that you can check out if you are interested in trying it out this fall. It’s a great way to get a new wardrobe without spending a lot of time, and money, or cluttering up your closet.

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  1. Tara Simone says

    September 28, 2015 at 1:44 pm

    I am love with dresses 1-5. Especially the one with the skulls- how cute!!! I wish I had somewhere nice to wear the purple shaded dresses as well. Also, great job picking home made dresses. It’s hard finding items that are made in our country and not somewhere else.

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 28, 2015 at 1:47 pm

      It is hard to find local clothing. I love that ModCloth has a lot of pieces made here and clearly labels them in the descriptions.

      Reply
  2. Victoria says

    September 28, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    So I’ve been drooling over this post for like an hour!! Gorgeous dresses, great resources, and I LOVE that they are all domestically made!

    Fabulous post!

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:36 am

      Glad you like it. Must buy all the dresses! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Jessica Cangiano says

    September 28, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    Terrific post, Lisa! I especially like the red tartan offering from Unique Vintage. I had a tartan print purse when I was all of about five years old and it instilled a lifelong love for this classic pattern me from that early age onward.

    Wishing you a beautiful week,
    ? Jessica

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:36 am

      I love it as well, I’ve been lusting after it for awhile. It’s just so beautiful.

      Reply
  4. Emily says

    September 28, 2015 at 2:56 pm

    I love seeing these fall colors. Since becoming a SAHM, I haven’t worn dresses a whole lot. But these look really comfortable! My favorite is the first one.

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:36 am

      I have gotten to were I feel more comfortable in dresses. Pants are the worst ha.

      Reply
  5. Ana Fernandez says

    September 28, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    The dresses are so cute!! Its going to be very difficult to pick just one!

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Right? Good thing ModCloth is having a sale. 😉

      Reply
  6. Darcy says

    September 28, 2015 at 4:05 pm

    Love the colors of the first two dresses!
    www(dot)amemoryofus(dot)com

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Me too! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Alison @ Puppies & Pretties says

    September 28, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    I love the plaid dresses, especially the red one.

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:33 am

      That’s my favorite one as well. It’s feels so festive.

      Reply
  8. Catherine Short says

    September 28, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    I love wearing dresses too — the plaid one is my favorite. I’m picturing it at holiday parties!

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:33 am

      It’s my favorite as well!

      Reply
  9. Sydnee says

    September 28, 2015 at 8:43 pm

    So Happy to Gather dress in Plum is SO pretty. I also love the cut and colour of the first dress!

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 9:33 am

      Isn’t it? I love all shades of purple and plum is so perfect for fall.

      Reply
  10. Miranda Sherman says

    September 29, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    I absolutely LOVE the skull dress! I want one so bad.

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      September 29, 2015 at 8:50 pm

      Me too! It’s perfect for Halloween.

      Reply
  11. DIY April says

    October 2, 2015 at 11:22 am

    The only problem is which one to try first.

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      October 3, 2015 at 12:08 pm

      I know! I want to buy all the dresses.

      Reply
  12. giulia lombardo says

    September 27, 2021 at 3:27 am

    I’m totally in love for all dresses, thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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