Vintage

vintagevixen.com

More focused on having fun with fashion (read: reasonably priced styles) than on high-end labels, this cheeky site offers up a style-oriented search in clever categories (are you more goth or Grace Kelly?) that make it amusingly easy to pinpoint your choices.

At left: Roger van S leather bag, $350; at

vintagevixen.com.

rustyzipper.com

This collection runs the gamut from funny (bowling shirts) to froufrou (prom dresses with flared tulle skirts). Best yet? Almost all the pieces in this vast selection cost under $40.

At left: Chia leather jacket, $52; at

rustyzipper.com.

decadestwo.com

The Melrose Avenue Decades boutique has long been the go-to spot for a vintage fix. Its site includes a gallery of Oscar-worthy gowns as well as more contemporary glam items in the Decadestwo consignment section.

shopnastygal.com

Focusing on '80s style, this online destination takes an innovative approach: Alongside clothing truly from that memorable decade (calling Kamali!), they offer a great new grouping inspired by the era.

cmadeleines.com

From Nolan Miller to Norman Norell, here's where you can go to find rare pieces and authentic couture from the high-fashion names of decades past. And be sure to visit the Attic, a section of retro dresses, suits, accessories, and wool jackets with no labels but still plenty of style.

At left: Neiman Marcus studded messenger bag, $150; at

cmadeleines.com.