Smoove

The problem I frequently have when I go vintage shopping is that even though I might find an awesome dress, the hem or sleeves will be too long, therefore I leave it as I don’t have the time, motivation and sewing skills to fix it. Smoove New Vintage however have emerged as the perfect solution to this problem — they are packed to the brim with heaps of interesting re-​worked vintage pieces that have been adjusted to suit more modern fashions but still with a classic vintage twist. The majority of the stock are dresses, all in different sizes, fits and hem lengths and selling for approximately 100 dollars. Yes, this does mean they have made quite a tidy profit on the most likely 10 dollar dress they reworked; however if you’re low on resources to do it yourself like me, then definitely check this place out.

Smoove is a retro and rock inspired clothing and accessory store located on Little High Street. There are actually two Smoove stores on Little High, one is the original and stocks more punk-​goth-​rock style fashion and accessories, while the other stocks more vintage and retro styled gear.
Over the years my friends and I have spent countless hours perusing the racks of the original Smoove store, however the newer store caters more to my taste now. Lots of band tees, floral dresses and cool cardies are in this store and all are pretty reasonably priced.
Another bonus is the owner — he can often be found lurking in his stores wearing a top hat and a wide grin. He is incredibly friendly and will quite honestly tell you if particular clothing suits you or not — something that is sadly quite a rare occurrence when it comes to retail assistants.
The new Smoove store is also set up in quite a cool way — with an alley of sorts leading you off Little High into the actual store. This alley is lined with racks of vintage clothing and effectively works to lure you inside.

Smoove Reworked Vintage is pretty smooth. Dresses and skirts abound as far as the eye can see, if you were into that sort of ‘look’ you could frolic in all the pretty prints, colours and designs for many hours of happy shopping. Its not really my sort of style but I can definately appreciate it on other people for sure.
I like the idea of the whole ‘reworked’ idea of the vintage thing, its kind of a newish take on the genre. Old fashioned styles that have been redesigned for the modern woman.
Prices are pretty reasonable they do have a few package deals, of the whole buy two for a certain price.
And they did have bags that were too DIE for, old fashioned little satchels, that I had to tear myself away from.

I came across the work of Smoove Reworked Vintage at Silo Market when I was getting my market on. I was impressed by the items they had at the stall as they ranged from tshirts to hats to glasses and dresses, they had a little bit of everything. The guy who was running the stall was absolutely he was genuinely happy to be there! He was one of those rare retail assistants who actually love their job and are passionate about the merchandise.
My favourite rack was the $ 40 rack, it had items that had been slashed in half, and by that I mean the items were originally $ 80 but were reduced to $ 40. I walked away with a beautiful dress which I will be wear far too many times.

A hybrid between vintage and more modern urban trends, Smoove epitomizes the fashion throwbacks which periodically take place every half decade. Smoove sells new clothes which have been purposely designed to look like they are old, and while that doesn’t sound logical, it isn’t necessarily a bad idea, you can walk out of Smoove looking pretty good. So, if you are looking for a way to reinvent yourself as someone who is cooler than you actually are I would recommend Smoove, but be warned, if you can’t walk with a swagger in your step and speak like a jive turkey, you may look out of place in a denim jacket tattooed with 1970s punk band logos. Perfect for teenagers who hate their parents or aging hipsters who are still on the dating scene, Smoove caters to many different tastes. While the prices will not break your bank, they are certainly not a charity either. But can you put a price on being cool? Yes you can, and they charge just a little too much.

Smoove Reworked Vintage is the sister store of Smoove and just a few steps away.
Smoove Reworked Vintage is exactly that — masses and masses of reworked women’s vintage. It’s great that you can rock in and pick out a shirt, skirt, or dress that’s been altered enough to give it modern fit (and modern comfort). The prices are reasonable too, the dresses are around $ 80, and they do a two-​for-​$ 130 deal. Plus, top marks for sustainability.
I always feel a bit sad when I look across the racks though — it reminds me of a vintage graveyard. All the tags with the original make on them are gone, and I think we miss out on something in this way. Call me a vintage purist, I just can’t help myself.