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• Part of our How to Wear It series • How to Wear Shorts Like the Summertime Goddess You Are by Madeline BergerApril 21, 2021 After a winter that felt simultaneously two and twelve months long, it's finally April and spring has officially sprung. Dear reader, what is synonymous with the arrival of these warm months? Patio drinks, driving with the windows down, and cute summer clothes we can start throwing on when the temps pass 50. We're here today to celebrate this much-needed th …

The Best Vintage Stores in Chicago by Madeline BergerMarch 1st, 2021 Visiting the Windy City, by chance? After hanging in Chicago for the last few decades, we know that this town is chock-full of fantastic vintage shops. Whether you're looking for nostalgia-inducing '90s garb, 1950s dresses in immaculate condition, or chic menswear from decades past, scroll on for all the details. We've rounded up eight of the best vintage stores in Chicago based on customer reviews, pricing, locatio …

Sneakerheads have quite the reputation for spending absurd amounts of money on their shoe collection. Only the brave would dare try to tackle the inhumanely priced shoes on this list. We’ve compiled the most expensive sneakers with the most interesting look and backstory. Some of these shoes got their high price tag for being owned by famous people, being a part of an extremely limited release, or created for a unique collaboration. Others cost 2 million dollars for being made out of solid g …

What to Wear for a Valentine's Day In by Madeline BergerFebruary 3, 2021 Like every other holiday we've ticked off our calendars over the past year, this Valentine's Day will look a little different than the rest. So if you're celebrating, whether you're cooking dinner with your boo, Zooming with your pals, or cozying up with your favorite rom-com, staying comfortable is key. With a new collection of velvet shorts, soft tops, and sweet accessories, we've …

From the Archives: a '90s Ragstock Photoshoot by Madeline Berger January 29, 2021 Last week we got our vintage-loving hands on a set of photos—this set of photos—and just had to share them. Taken mostly on the rooftop of our Lakeview, Chicago store on West Belmont Ave in 1995-1996, this shoot features a group of extremely '90s-looking models wearing so many of the hallmark trends we still love (and sell!) today. From grungy Canadian tuxedos to surplus military and cami dresses, scrol …

How to Wash Graphic Tees Without Cracking or Fading by Joe PriceJanuary 26, 2021 There is no pain quite like watching the graphic on your favorite t-shirt slowly fade away. The truth is, the graphics on your clothing are doomed to the entropic forces of the universe, especially on already worn-down vintage clothing. This means dull graphics and sad t-shirt owners. Clothing does need to be washed, but it can be done in a way to help preserve the garment. After 67 years in the gra …

• Part of our How to Wear It series • How to Style Overalls by Joe PriceJanuary 19, 2021 Overalls are an iconic piece of 90s nostalgia. Ever since their resurgence in the fashion world over the past few years, folks have been pushing the boundaries on how to wear this versatile garment. If you’re wondering how to style overalls without looking like a midwestern toddler, look no further! We will show you how overalls can be dressed up for a night o …

Uploaded Today: Vintage Sweatshirts by Madeline BergerJanuary 14, 2021 Vintage Sweatshirts have been cool for decades, and definitely got even more popular when we all took to ultimate comfort during the past year of increased stay-at-home time. While we've had a great selection of vintage sweatshirts available in stores and online for a while, we recently got our hands on a seriously solid collection of vintage sweatshirts with everything from authentic '90s cartoons to commemorativ …

• Part of our How to Wear It series • How to Wear Crop Tops by Joe PriceJanuary 12, 2021 At Ragstock, we always try to look on the bright side. That's why in the depths of winter, we are talking about crop tops! The most summery garment of all time. If you have ever hesitated about wearing one of these breezy tops, I’m glad you’re reading this, because we have the key to how to wear crop tops (even during the coldest months). The beauty of crop tops is they are perfect on bodies o …

• Part of our How to Wear It series • How to Wear Leggings in 2021, 22 Different Ways by Madeline BergerJanuary 8, 2021 You've probably owned leggings in some form or another since your adolescence. People across the world have pondered how to wear leggings for a long, long time. They've swung in and out of fashion since 14th century Scotland (really!) and were purely a menswear trend through the 19th century. Cuties like Audrey Hepburn helped pop …