Make sure to go into a store to try on your shoes. Sizes vary greatly by brand.

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Types of stylish shoes that will work no matter what brand are: oxfords, saddle shoes, bowling shoes, and mary janes. Make sure you have a good fit with arch support. If the sole is too grippy, you can always take it to a cobbler and have a leather or suede sole attached.

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for great vintage finds! When buying clothing online... measure an outfit you already own flat across the underarm area, the waist and the hips. The best shops list these measurements in inches. Also make sure of a return policy.

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Small downtown historic city squares are the best places to find vintage and antique stores. Even the antique stores that mostly sell furniture sometimes have great hats and jewelry. Look on upper shelves for vintage hat boxes and you may find the original hat inside.

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Goodwill, Thrift Stores, Consignment Stores, Garage Sales and Estate Sales are usually hit or miss. Estate sales are great places to look for hats and clothing.