8 Depop accounts to follow right now, according to a Fashion Journal intern
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Words by Seraphina Nicholls
Vintage designer haven.
The only phone-related addiction I haven’t tried to curb this year is Depop. I’ve switched my phone to grayscale, have been the annoying friend who says they’ll never download TikTok (a lie) and embarked on periodic social media detoxes – but Depop is something I just can’t quit. And it’s for good reason.
It’s the algorithm, the eclectic vintage finds and the bargains that make me stay. Essentially, Depop streamlines the process of finding vintage clothing (colloquially known in the fashion world as ‘the chase’) and combines secondhand shopping with a speedy. user-driven marketplace.
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You wouldn’t be wrong for placing me on the more obsessive side of the Depop user spectrum. If you take a look at my likes, you’ll find about a million iterations of the same black square-toed boot. But this addictive tendency has had its benefits.
I’ve bought from designers whose price points were once out of reach, evolved my personal style and discovered pieces I never would’ve found otherwise. So after extensive research (and shopping), I’ve put together a list of my favourite Depop shops you should follow right now.
Crystal Trevern
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Based in Bristol, Crystal Trevern handpicks a collection of airy, flamboyant vintage designer garments from brands like Versace, Dior and Hysteric Glamour. It’s these Dior tank tops, this pair of Prada wedges and this slinky Roberto Cavalli party dress that I want to take my wardrobe into the summer sun.
Radical Dreams
I’ve heard somewhere on the grapevine that Belgium is an unexpected destination for vintage fashion, which makes sense in the case of Depop store Radical Dreams. The Flemish shop has a close-up image of a cat as its profile picture, whose penetrating stare looks down on you as you scroll through an eclectic mix of ’90s-revival designer pieces. At the moment, I’m shopping for maximalist tops by French designer Cop Copine, vintage Diesel over-the-shoulder bags and Miss Sixty cargo-style mini skirts.
Curated by Charbel
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I think every wardrobe deserves some iteration of the Prada nylon bag. While the brand’s new re-editions may be a few thousand dollars too much, Melbourne-based seller Charbel Ahmar has a selection of vintage ones you can buy without stressing about next month’s rent. At his shop, you’ll also find a variety of other vintage designer bags of equal cult status from labels like Balenciaga, Fendi and Dior.
The Painter’s Closet
The Painter’s Closet was my first Depop love – it sounds dramatic, but it’s true. Introducing me to brands like Cop Copine and Desigual, as well as the Miu Miu duck shoe, this shop has populated my likes for a while. If you’re into textured sets, statement dresses and envelope-pushing graphic shirts, I would set aside some time to scroll through the Netherlandish store and find your next piece. I’m into this Jean Paul Gaultier-inspired off-the-shoulder dress and this chocolate brown, knitted mini dress combination.
Lola’s Shop
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Based in Melbourne, Lola’s shop is an affordable alternative to designer pieces. Focusing on of-the-moment silhouettes like oval sunglasses, long sleeve scoop neck tops and hip-hugging midi skirts, Lola has an eye for vintage clothing that riffs off the recent 2000s designer vintage revival. Recently, I’ve had my eye on these leopard mules and this long-sleeved top.
My Runway Archive
My Runway Archive connects Depop users to archival runway pieces and other pieces of fashion history. The account, which also runs through a website with an even larger collection of archival pieces, shows a portion of their items next to their original runway silhouettes, allowing buyers to purchase a bit of runway magic.
It’s this connoisseurship that lets me gain a bank of fashion knowledge from the comfort of my phone screen. Yes, a piece may set you back a few hundred dollars – but if you fall in love with something, I won’t blame you for ditching your savings goals.
Awww ’90s
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It was a hunt for a pair of square-toe, lace-up Prada boots that led me to the Awww ’90s Depop shop. While I couldn’t find the shoes in my size, I did get sidetracked by the shop’s broad offering of vintage designer and sleek secondhand casual wear. It’s this 2000s Prada tank top, this pair of Galliano newspaper-print kitten heels and these furry yellow Miu Miu square-toe heels that have been doing it for me.
Kiko Vintage
Before Depop, Ari Kiko ran her Sydney-based vintage designer shop through her Instagram account – which as a youngster, I ate right up. A website and a few viral clothing drops later, Kiko Vintage has laid its claim in the vintage designer game. Each week, Ari curates a cohesive selection of pieces from brands like Chanel, Vivienne Westwood and Louis Vuitton – making her store the perfect place to find your next wardrobe gem.
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