True vintage had a serious comeback in 2025. What do I mean by this? I’m talking about rediscovering lesser known vintage labels, the ones barely known even to those in the know. While hunting down a piece of archival Dior and Chanel will always offer a special sense of triumph, there’s something thrilling about freeing yourself from the usual cohort of covetable brands and going distinctly off of vibe.
Nothing quite opens up the annals of fashion history, influence, and impact like an encounter with a zany label that sends me straight from eBay for a deep dive. An under-the-radar or forgotten vintage label can look both rare and fresh—and you’ll feel particularly smug when someone eventually asks: “Where did you get that from?”
And I’m not alone in making this a pastime this past year. Ariana Grande and Law Roach went exploring with Los Angeles vintage haven Timeless Vixen, pulling a whimsical Lilli Diamond dress and coat ensemble from the 1950s, and a ’40s-era Gilbert Adrian caped dress. Pamela Anderson and Angelina Jolie have also opted for labelless vintage for several red carpet appearances this year. And, on the (freaky) flip-side, Alexander Skarsgård has shimmied on some kinky graphic vintage tees from South London retro shirt enclave Jerks.
A shift is underway toward pieces you would never find through any algorithm or infinite scroll—and what a way to fight the so-called “death of personal style.” But how to begin? Vintage shopping and thrifting has never required a celebrity budget or a professional stylist, and eBay is a great place to start.
So, whether you’re hunting for a Burberry-esque trench or feeling Pucci prints without the price tag, below, here’s a list of the most underrated and under-the-radar vintage labels to get to know for shopping in 2026. Happy eBay exploring!
Windsmoor
In love with that British heritage look? The English brand Windsmoor, founded in the ’40s, is known for its exquisite, traditional tailoring and outwear using luxurious wools and cashmeres. Think: Kate Middleton-esque blazers, or capes a la contemporary Chloé and Ferragamo, and ultra-chic suits and trenches. It’s clothes made for the Yorkshire moors and the pub lunch, respectively.
Gina Bacconi
At over a century old, British brand Gina Bacconi has long established a style of timeless eveningwear with era-definitive elegance. Keep an eye out for ’80s G.B.: you’ll find Pucci-esque prints (without the Pucci boom price tag) and strong shouldered, big-buttoned jackets, as well as peplum cocktail dresses. (Hey, the peplum comes 2025-approved, via Jenna Ortega.)
Mondi
Another German brand founded in the ’60s, Mondi’s knitwear and sportswear found a fan in Princess Diana and other British royals. Think: abstract print puffer jackets and classic check, cinched jackets in candy colors. Do some digging, and there’s a plethora of loud and proud co-ords and suits.
Todd Oldham
Texas-born, New York-based designer Todd Oldham led his label through an expansive aesthetic evolution in just under a decade. Oldham started his formal training when doing assisting work in alterations at Polo Ralph Lauren, going on to make his first collection out of a few dozen yards of DIY dyed cotton jersey, which he sold to move to NYC. The clothing line officially launched in 1989, and he collected the CFDA Perry Ellis award for New Fashion Talent in 1991. When he left fashion in 1999, he donated his archive to the Texas Fashion Collection and the RISD Museum.
Today, you might know him for his interior design work, books, or maybe work on custom costumes for Sabrina Carpenter. Dig on eBay, and you’ll find opulent buttoned jewel tone silk shirts, Rubiks Cube print tank tops, graphic tees, and swishy-skirt dresses in ditzy prints. There’s plenty of denim and elevated cotton basics, too.
Escada
The Munich, Germany-born brand was born in 1978 with founders Margaretha and Wolfgang Ley. Maragretha, a former model with a background in tailoring from work at the Royal Court in Stockholm, established a bold and feminine design language, appliqué-forward with embroidered details, elaborate knits, and striking color combos. Escada gives the glam, loud spirit of Gucci and Versace. On eBay right now, you’ll find a lot of ’90s fitted blazers and of-the-moment skirt suits in houndstooth and velvet, as well as big lapelled jackets. Party season appropriate wear.
Amaya Arzuaga
I first came across Spanish designer Amaya Arzuaga when perusing one of my favorite stores, Los Feliz, in Barcelona. I bought two of the same tie-neck knit tops in azure blue and tomato red—the quality was that good! Ever since, I’ve been buying up the brand on eBay. (Don’t worry, I’ve left you all plenty, and even found my tops in black.) Otherwise, you’ll find Tom Ford-era Gucci-esque dresses, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy-style mohair turtlenecks, and sculptural tops that could be Pleats Please.
Horrockses
Established in 1946, Horrockses was a favorite of the late Queen Elizabeth for its refined “New Look” silhouette and easy cotton dresses. After World War II—when the brand went on hiatus to help with manufacturing goods for the war effort, they began releasing ready-to-wear collections focused on quality cotton, with in-house designed exclusive prints. While it stopped trading in 1983, the pieces remain covetable heirlooms—and styled right, you’ll feel more like Twiggy and Jane Birkin than the Queen of England. Some light eBay scrolling shows flirty shift dresses, pretty floral shirts, apron skirts with silk sashes, and velvet-strapped cocktail gowns.
Toni Todd
Once a fixture in the pages of Seventeen and Mademoiselle, the Illinois-born brand began life in the ’20s with dresses and sleepwear, and a junior line called Vicky Vaughn. Mass-produced but using quality poly-knits, this one’s for lovers of Valentino, Chloe, and Gucci—scrolling will open up a wealth of flared skirts, sweet polos, moddish tops, and prairie dresses.
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