A dress is a record of daily life. It is a complete garment. It carries the shape of a body and the rules of its era in one piece. Fabric, cut, and construction.
What is The Dress Archive?
The Dress Archive is built on a love for dresses and a desire to slow down the production of new clothing. It celebrates textile as a material made to outlive fashion cycles.
What kind of dresses do you offer?
Each dress is vintage and carefully selected. All pieces are cleaned, measured, and, when needed, gently mended or redesigned before returning to the world.
How does sizing work?
Measurements are provided for every piece and taken flat. Vintage sizing differs from modern sizing, so we recommend comparing measurements with a garment you already own.
What condition are the garments in?
All dresses are pre-owned and may show subtle signs of wear. Some have been more preloved than others. Any notable flaws are clearly described and shown.
Do you accept returns?
All sales are final due to the one-of-a-kind nature of vintage garments. Returns are only accepted if an item has been significantly misrepresented. If you are terribly unhappy with your dress see if someone around you might appreciate it more.
How does shipping work?
Orders ship from Spain within 1–3 business days. Shipping is included in the listed price. International orders outside the EU may be subject to customs fees.
Can I view the dresses in person?
Yes. Dresses are available online or by appointment at our studio, two hours south of Barcelona. It is packed.
What are the workshops you organise about?
We set up participatory sessions and events that explore the life of a dress through community-based design and creative reuse. Our installations/workshops are adaptable to different group sizes and ages, creating space to pause, make together, and experiment with second-hand garments and mixed media. Rather than offering fixed answers, they invite shared moments of creation and reflection that gently question how fashion is usually done.