What the Hell Does “Deadstock” Mean? (And Other Vintage Terms You’ll Hear in Our Shop)

Let’s be honest:
If you’ve ever walked into a vintage store and pretended to know what “Y2K, deadstock, and cottagecore” mean… you’re not alone.

Vintage fashion has its own language. And whether you’re new here or just afraid to ask, we got you. Here’s your official Decaydence Decoder:

• Deadstock – Vintage, but never worn. Tags still on. Shoulder pads often included.
• Y2K – Early 2000s vibes. Rhinestones, low-rise jeans, and Paris Hilton energy.
• Statement Piece – The item that turns heads and starts conversations. See also: power moves.
• Upcycled – Altered, stitched, patched, painted, cropped — reborn into something cooler.
• Curated – We handpicked it for a reason. No filler. No fluff.
• True Vintage – Usually 20+ years old, but really it’s about the vibe not the math.
• High Pile – Fuzzy. Fluffy. Think sherpa or shag.
• Low Pile – Smooth, like velvet or brushed corduroy.
• Unhinged – Our house style. Weird, wild, WTF energy — we love it.

Bonus Round

• Banger – A piece so good it causes fights in the comments.
• Locked-In Look – Outfit so tight you can’t pass a mirror without checking yourself.
• Heat – Fire piece. Might spontaneously combust if left unattended.
• Label Chaser – Always flipping collars for that rare designer tag. No judgment.
• Costumey (in a good way) – Borderline theatrical. Totally wearable. Probably iconic.
• WTF Piece – 3 zippers. Possibly a cape. You love it.
• Estate Find – Pulled from someone’s attic treasure trove. It has vibes.

TL;DR: We don’t gatekeep. If you like it, it fits. Period.