Discovered an exceptional vintage item over the weekend, marking a new record in my collection!
In the heart of Denton, a charming vintage store called Les Muses caught the eye of a fashion enthusiast. The author, on a quest for light, loose button-up shirts perfect for summer, stumbled upon a vintage Ralph Lauren striped shirt that has since become a wardrobe staple.
The author expresses gratitude to Brad S., the previous owner of the shirt, for parting with it. The shirt, priced at $50, was a steal compared to a usually-not-so-great-quality Zara button-up with the same price tag.
The author, who has worn the shirt every day since finding it, recommends similar vintage Ralph Lauren striped button-up shirts that can be found at affordable prices around $45 on Etsy. Vintage finds offer a classic style at a bargain, but prices may vary by condition and seller.
Brand new Ralph Lauren shirts, particularly women’s styles, are significantly higher in price, ranging between $148 and $398. Men's Ralph Lauren new button-downs with stripes typically cost around $115 to $138.
Comparable shirts from Gap tend to be more affordable but lack the vintage or premium branding, usually priced between $40 and $70. French brand Sézane and Danish brand Ganni offer similar striped button-ups at a mid- to high-price range of about $120-$250, reflecting their designer and contemporary fashion positioning.
For those who appreciate the pattern play of stripes on stripes, the author recommends the fun and fashionable Jenny Bird Tome Medium Earrings and Anthropologie Chunky Pearl Necklace as accessories. The author also suggests the Little Liffner Mini Slant Bag as an alternative to the vintage find, with Amazon Green Crossbody Bag and Free People Idle Hands Sling serving as similar options.
In the spirit of fashion exploration, the author provides affiliate links for similar button-down shirts from Gap, Sezane, and Ganni. For those seeking more affordable options, the author recommends HommeGirls Boxer Shorts (wearing S) with a pink stripe option available.
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The author appreciates the vintage Ralph Lauren striped button-up shirt they found at Les Muses, priced at $50, and gives a shoutout to Brad S. for parting with it. For those seeking similar styles at affordable prices, the author recommends checking out vintage Ralph Lauren shirts available on Etsy for around $45.
In contrast, brand new Ralph Lauren shirts can be significantly more expensive, with women's styles ranging between $148 and $398, and men's Ralph Lauren new button-downs with stripes typically costing around $115 to $138.
If budget is a concern, comparable shirts from Gap can be found for a lower price, usually between $40 and $70, although they lack the vintage or premium branding of Ralph Lauren. Other mid- to high-price ranges for striped button-ups include French brand Sézane and Danish brand Ganni, priced at around $120-$250.
To complete the outfit, the author recommends accessories such as the Jenny Bird Tome Medium Earrings, Anthropologie Chunky Pearl Necklace, Little Liffner Mini Slant Bag, Amazon Green Crossbody Bag, or Free People Idle Hands Sling. For those who prefer more contemporary options, the author also mentions Mejuri Thin Dome Rings, Adidas Samba Sneakers, and the Shell Anklet as other fashion favourites.
