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Chloé Contrast Lace Skirt

DoDoBird

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✨ On December 16, 1946, Christian Dior founded his legendary fashion house at 30 Avenue Montaigne, Paris. Just months later, the iconic “New Look” revolutionized post-war fashion, bringing elegance and curves back to women's wardrobes.
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December 16, 1946 — a day etched into fashion history. On this day, Christian Dior founded his legendary fashion house at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, unknowingly sparking a revolution that would redefine women’s fashion forever.

Post-war Europe was marked by austerity and recovery. Dior envisioned something radically different. Just two months later, in February 1947, Dior unveiled the groundbreaking “New Look”. With its cinched waists, full skirts, and an opulent use of fabric, the New Look wasn’t just a style—it was a declaration.

✨ The Significance

Cultural Revival: Dior’s designs restored beauty, elegance, and optimism to women’s fashion, offering a welcome departure from the minimalistic war-era wardrobe.
Redefining Femininity: The hourglass silhouette celebrated the female form, encouraging women to rediscover grace, luxury, and individuality.
Economic Symbolism: Dior’s success wasn’t just artistic; it symbolized France’s cultural resurgence on the world stage, solidifying Paris as the epicenter of global fashion.
The “New Look” was more than fabric and seams. It was about renewal—of creativity, of society, and of confidence.

At DoDoBird Used Clothing, we believe fashion’s renewal journey continues today. By breathing new life into second-hand clothing, we combine timeless elegance with modern sustainability. 🌍♻️

Fashion has always been about transformation. Let’s honor its history while building a more sustainable future together.

#FashionHistory #ChristianDior #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #DoDoBirdUsedClothing #SecondHandStyle

December 16, 2024 at 2:54 AM Everybody can reply

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Paperdoll Sammy

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My Substack is updated: I talk about the oldest Chloé garment I currently own from the late 90s!

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Pretty

June 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM Everybody can reply

Dr Jane May Morrison

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#OOTD
Working From Home? Well, That's Just Frilly

Waistcoat: M&S workwear
Pearl hairband: Free, inherited
Lace top: Charity shop
Skirt: Preloved from Lacemarket. com
Mitts: DIY handknitted acrylic

#gothicstyle #goth #prelovedclothes #prelovedfashion #secondhandstyle #ootdfashion #workwear

June 4, 2025 at 8:32 PM Everybody can reply

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Goodwill Mass

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The Goodwill gauntlet: what aisle are you charging first? 👀🛒

Glassware? 🍷
Footwear? 👟
Home decor? 🏡
Clothing? 👕👗

Everyone’s got a go-to section — what’s yours? 💙

#Goodwill #ThriftLife #SecondhandStyle #GoodwillFinds

July 29, 2025 at 2:34 PM Everybody can reply

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Blue Porcelain + Multicolour + Tan

Goodwill Mass

@goodwillmass.bsky.social

Clothes, books, décor — every piece with a past, every find with a future. 🏺📚

National Thrift Day is here. 💙

#Goodwill #NationalThriftDay #Thrifting #SecondhandStyle #VintageFinds

August 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM Everybody can reply

Paperdoll Sammy

@paperdollsammy.bsky.social

Last Lunar New Year outfit details up on my Substack! Possibly my loudest outfit EVER (for now)! 🧨

#fashionsky #OOTDsky #outfitsky #OOTD #stylesky #LunarNewYear #CNY2025 #sustainablestyle #secondhandstyle #vintagestyle #thriftedstyle #thriftedoutfit #thriftsky #Substack #fashionblogger

Maximalist chinoiserie

February 18, 2025 at 12:37 PM Everybody can reply

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joakimbergman.bsky.social

@joakimbergman.bsky.social

Ever wondered what happens when a fashion risk totally pays off? 💥

#fashionformen #vintagevibes #secondhandstyle #statementjacket #styletips #closetgoals #fashionvideo #outfitinspo #stilguide #herrmode

April 10, 2025 at 8:18 AM Everybody can reply

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Teri (Geurts) Roeseler 🌻

@teridz.bsky.social

Tired of fast fashion and sky-high prices? Discover secondhand shopping! It gives incredible items a second life and unlocks a treasure trove of unique finds and competitive deals. Visit our Depop store today. 🔗my.linkpod.site/rummagerescuers

#SecondhandStyle #PrelovedPerfection

July 2, 2025 at 11:05 PM Everybody can reply

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Bad Moon 🔮 plus size vintage

@shopbadmoon.bsky.social

Whimsigoth meets Coastal Witch in the Whimsea Plus Size Vintage Collection 🐚🫧 ✨ #whimsigoth #vintage #plussizevintage #plussizestyle #secondhandstyle

August 26, 2025 at 3:56 PM Everybody can reply

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Buyer’s guide to purchasing high-quality second-hand shoes tips for finding the best deals - My Shoes Finder

Kelly Lopez

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👟♻️ Looking for a great deal on shoes? Check out our ultimate guide to buying quality secondhand shoes and step up your style sustainably! 🌟🛍️ #SecondhandStyle #SustainableFashion myshoesfinder.com/guide-to-buy...

Shoes shopping in the second-hand market can save you up to 70% on premium footwear. You can make smart purchases by learning how to evaluate used shoes

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January 23, 2025 at 11:06 AM Everybody can reply

Paperdoll Sammy

@paperdollsammy.bsky.social

New outfit updated on my Substack! Featuring the fanciest pair of shoes I own, that will probably never see the light of the day again LOL

#Substack #fashionblog #styleblogger #sustainablestyle #fashionsky #OOTD #OOTDsky #outfitinspo #styleinspo #circularfashion #secondhandfashion #secondhandstyle

Pink + Aurora Borealis

The easiest way to dress up

July 24, 2025 at 5:53 AM Everybody can reply

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Paperdoll Sammy

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New outfit details are up on my Substack; check it out if you like tops with statement sleeves! 🤩

#Substack #fashionblog #styleblogger #sustainablestyle #circularfashion #sustainablefashion #secondhandstyle #secondhandfashion #styleinspiration #outfitinspiration #summerstyle #fashionsky #OOTD

White + Blue

A touch of quirk

August 3, 2025 at 5:31 PM Everybody can reply

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Paperdoll Sammy

@paperdollsammy.bsky.social

My Substack is updated with one of my favorite footwear finds 😍

#fashionsky #sustainablefashion #sustainablestyle #circularfashion #circularstyle #archivalfashion #archivalstyle #secondhandfashion #secondhandstyle #styleinspiration #stylesky #vintagefashion #vintagestyle

Prada Magnolia Pumps

A touch of femininity

August 20, 2025 at 5:11 PM Everybody can reply

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Y/Project x Melissa Court Shoes

Paperdoll Sammy

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I finally talk about my favorite jelly shoes in the blog!

#Substack #styleblogger #fashionblog #jellyshoes #plasticshoes #Melissashoes #YProject #sustainablefashion #sustainablestyle #circularfashion #circularstyle #secondhandfashion #secondhandstyle

One of the few times I'm THIS obsessed about jelly shoes!

October 3, 2025 at 4:32 AM Everybody can reply

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DoDoBird

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In 2019, second-hand fashion reached new heights during the holiday season, with resale platforms reporting a 50% year-on-year growth. 🎄♻️ #SustainableHolidays #SecondHandStyle #DoDoBirdUsedClothing

December 25, 2024 at 2:58 AM Everybody can reply

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White + Olive + Metallics

Goodwill Mass

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Furniture flip? Absolutely.

This chair got the Earth Week treatment and came out looking brand new — all thanks to some creativity and Goodwill inspiration. 🪑💙

#Goodwill #EarthMonth #FurnitureFlip #UpcycledFurniture #ThriftedStyle #DIYFurniture #SecondhandStyle #ThriftTransformation

April 22, 2025 at 1:04 PM Everybody can reply

Paperdoll Sammy

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Outfit details are up! Plus, a little backstory on my love for cargo pants lol

#fashionsky #OOTD #OOTDsky #styleblogger #fashionblog #sustainablestyle #sustainablefashion #secondhandfashion #secondhandstyle #thriftsky #thriftedfashion #thriftedstyle #secondhandsky

Never got over my mid-teen phase

March 19, 2025 at 5:19 AM Everybody can reply

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Salvatore Ferragamo F-Heel Sandals

Paperdoll Sammy

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Remember the heels I wore in my last outfit? I talk about them a little more in today's Substack post!

#fashionsky #circularfashion #circularstyle #sustainablefashion #sustainablestyle #secondhandfashion #secondhandstyle #vintageinspired #Substack #fashionblog #styleblogger

Architectural minimalism done right

Panda + Dark Denim + Orange

September 21, 2025 at 6:18 AM Everybody can reply

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Paperdoll Sammy

@paperdollsammy.bsky.social

What’s cuter than a a bunch of pandas wearing qipao printed on my qipao? 🐼

#fashionsky #outfitsky #OOTDsky #LunarNewYear #dressingup #whatIwore #stylesky #thriftsky #secondhandstyle #secondhandfashion #sustainablestyle #sustainablefashion #vintagesky #Substack #fashionblogger #styleblogger

Quirky chinoiserie

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February 16, 2025 at 9:35 AM Everybody can reply

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Paperdoll Sammy

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A throwback outfit is up on my Substack today, while we wait for a newer outfit, haha!

#Substack #fashionblog #styleblogger #sustainablefashion #sustainablestyle #sustainableoutfit #secondhandstyle #secondhandfashion #secondhandoutfit #OOTD #fashionsky #OOTDsky #styleinspiration #outfitinspiration

Throwback: White + Beige + Gold

Simple baroque

April 7, 2025 at 5:26 PM Everybody can reply

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Alexander McQueen “Sarabande” Tunic Dress

Paperdoll Sammy

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More about the dress I wore recently! Vintage Alexander McQueen will always have a special place in my heart ❤️

#Substack #fashionblog #styleblogger #vintagefashion #circularstyle #sustainablefashion #sustainablestyle #secondhandfashion #secondhandstyle #archivefashion #designerclothes #vintagesky

One for your inner ornithologist and botanist