Go Retro!
Headed to a football game, tailgate party or game-watching shindig? Amp up your game day outfit with some retro flair with these vintage-inspired team shirts and throwback pieces.
Vintage College Football T-Shirt
Old school college T-shirts immediately step up any game day ensemble. The trick is finding an authentic vintage college shirt. You can probably score one at a thrift store located within the college’s town, but it’s easier to snag a new vintage-inspired T-shirt online. Retro Brand sells hundreds of cool college tees that look and feel like the real deal—soft and worn it, just how it should feel!More »
Vintage NFL Team T-Shirt
If you’re watching an NFL game, you must root for your favorite team in a vintage or vintage replica T-shirt. Again, you can hit a thrift store located within the team’s home turf, but you can score a vintage-inspired tee at NFLshop.com or a variety of websites. More »
High-Waist Jeans
Remember high-waist jeans? Some may call them Mom Jeans, but these high-riding denim delights from the 1980s and early 1990s are back! Yes, celebs like Sarah Jessica Parker and Jessica Alba have donned some stylish belly-button covering jeans lately and so can you. Dig in the back of your mom’s closet for an authentic pair or check out brands like ASOS for an updated pair in a rad acid wash. They’ll go great with your retro football tee!More »
Flirty Circle Skirt
If you want a girlier, flirty look, pair your vintage tee with a cute circle skirt. It’s a charming nod to the 1950s and the classic cheerleader skirt. If it’s cold out, layer leggings underneath. More »
High-Waist Shorts
If you’re lucky enough to attend game day in a warm climate, pair your vintage tee with high-waist shorts that were popular in the 1980s and early 1990s. Although they still can be super short, the high waist makes them much more chic than low-rise, belly button baring Daisy Dukes. Sack a great pair at a thrift store or make your own cut-offs with a pair of high-waist jeans. These days you can find vintage-inspired pairs by many brands, including H&M. More »
Varsity Jacket
Keep warm by layering on a classic varsity letterman jacket. Dig one out of your closet, your parents’ closet or a thrift store. Or find a new version online where high school kids order their jackets, such as Logosportswear.com.More »
Denim Jacket
Denim jackets from the 1970s and 1980s are totally back. Throw on a vintage jean jacket for a “Dazed and Confused” vibe or opt for a new jacket with an old school aura at stores like Urban Outfitters.More »
Retro Sneakers
Vintage sneakers are crazy cool, but it can be difficult to find an authentic pair that doesn’t look completed busted. Thanks to brands like Brooks, which debuted its Heritage line of replica sneakers from the 1970s earlier this year, and the always classic Converse sneakers, it’s easy to find a new pair of kicks that look 30 years old. These new Brooks Vanguard sneakers originally debuted in 1976 during the 1970s running boom.More »
Aviator Sunglasses
Protect your eyes from the sun with a timeless pair of aviator sunglasses, like these from Topshop.More »
Bucket Bag
The bucket bag is back! The 1990s staple bag is the “it” bag these days. Find one at a vintage store or tackle one of these adorable mini bucket bags from Coach. The tan leather on this one will look like a cute football tucked under your arm.More »
Knitted Hat
Keep your noggin warm and toasty with a knitted hat topped with a darling little pompom. You’ll look like Ali MacGraw from “Love Story” in this little hat and your ’70s-era tee.
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