ontheprowl

A colorful shop focusing on dresses from the 60s - 80s.

On Etsy since 2009

3,877 Sales | 5 out of 5 stars

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ontheprowl

A colorful shop focusing on dresses from the 60s - 80s.

3,877 Sales

5 out of 5 stars

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Announcement    8/30/20 - Update on COVID 19 and INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: everything seems to be pretty much back to normal now (fingers crossed) but there still may be some delays here and there.

7/21/20 - update: Some good news: Packages are starting to arrive as normal, and it appears Santa has made it to the island of lost covid packages, however tracking is still not working as normal. If you want tracking right now, you have to purchase priority shipping!

7/1/20 - Update: As most of you know by now Covid is making international shipping one big hot mess. Some packages are taking longer to make their journey over seas. In addition I have had 2 packages lost in the abyss and my partner has had 7!!! Most of these were to Scandinavian countries. While I don't think packages are being lost lost, it is something to consider when purchasing right now. Expect delays. This is very much out of our control and we are not responsible for packages once they leave our hands and into the post office. This sucks for everyone right now. If you want full tracking you should purchase priority shipping. Thank you for your understanding. Hope everyone is feeling safe and happy during this.
And as always:

Buying 3 or more items? Enjoy 20% off your order with coupon code: 20OFF3

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Last updated on Aug 31, 2020

8/30/20 - Update on COVID 19 and INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: everything seems to be pretty much back to normal now (fingers crossed) but there still may be some delays here and there.

7/21/20 - update: Some good news: Packages are starting to arrive as normal, and it appears Santa has made it to the island of lost covid packages, however tracking is still not working as normal. If you want tracking right now, you have to purchase priority shipping!

7/1/20 - Update: As most of you know by now Covid is making international shipping one big hot mess. Some packages are taking longer to make their journey over seas. In addition I have had 2 packages lost in the abyss and my partner has had 7!!! Most of these were to Scandinavian countries. While I don't think packages are being lost lost, it is something to consider when purchasing right now. Expect delays. This is very much out of our control and we are not responsible for packages once they leave our hands and into the post office. This sucks for everyone right now. If you want full tracking you should purchase priority shipping. Thank you for your understanding. Hope everyone is feeling safe and happy during this.
And as always:

Buying 3 or more items? Enjoy 20% off your order with coupon code: 20OFF3

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About ontheprowl

Sales 3,877
On Etsy since 2009
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She paints the town. She’s on the Prowl. Wild and Free.

Sixteen years ago on the hunt for my college girl - Pattie Boyd wannabe- sweatshop free wardrobe I stumbled upon a pair of Taxi shoes. Too small for me or any of my girlfriends I placed them back on the shoe rack. As I made my way to the check out with my armful of late 60s mini dresses, something in me told me to turn back and get the taxi shoes anyway. "Maybe I'll just put them on EBay or something," I said silently to myself. As I sat down later that night to learn the ropes of online selling I thought it was a bit silly to just put up one pair of shoes all by themselves, so I decided I would sell off some of my vintage clothing collection I didn't wear as much. So, I bought my first digital camera, a 20 dollar point and shoot (this was 2003 after all), taped a bed-sheet to the wall, took the light shades of the lamps, and modeled the clothes myself. And well, as they say, the rest is history. Since that day I have managed to offer new vintage clothing items each week. My love of 60s pop culture, ye-ye, and mod, has spread to adoring all the decades of the 20th Century.

Ten years ago I was diagnosed with a chronic auto-immune disorder that keeps me rather ill. Dreams of a fast paced career in the art and fashion world had to be halted as I found myself trying to navigate through my new normal. Working and illness don't naturally go hand in hand, but Prowl has given me the motivation and strength to wake up everyday and make the most out of the moments I do feel healthy. It anchors me to a steadfast happiness and goals that I can grasp. I have now sold around the globe to celebrities, costumers, stylists, musicians, clothing brands, and so so so many amazing fashion conscious ladies. So it's because of you, dear customers, that I now have this beautiful and enriched life. Not a day goes by where I'm not thankful.

I have a lot of fun keeping clothes out of landfills and giving people the opportunity to score something no one else has. When I first started all those years ago I had no idea how impactful vintage would become in the world of sustainable fashion. It’s pretty incredible! I can confidently say I’m in this for the long haul. Each day Prowl grows bigger and bigger! I have so so so much more in store in the years to come! I plan on slinging old clothes until I’m 90!

And the taxi shoes? Well, they never made it to the "sell" pile. They are now a permanent fixture in my home and serve as my little mascots, reminding me how sometimes in life it all comes together in wild ways we could never have imagined.

Love and Kitten Whiskers,
Bessi

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  • Bessi

    Owner

    I love novelty prints, cats, animals, celluloid jewelry, maxi dresses, pot metal pins, vegan food, and collecting steiff plushes. When I'm not in my studio working, I'm traveling and sourcing vintage with my man, drinking loads of gas station coffee.

Shop policies

Last updated on October 27, 2017
If you love vintage clothing you’ve come to the right place. We have dedicated our livelihood to finding those vintage classic and must have pieces that keep your vintage heart pumping strong. Please take a minute to familiarize with our shop policies and read over our helpful tidbits to ensure a positive transaction! Thank you for stopping by! xoxo

Update: We are no longer responding to lower offer messages. Please don't expect us to respond back to those types of conversations. We periodically run sales and always offer a bundle coupon. We can hold a item for you for up to 2 weeks if you need time to pay. :)

Accepted payment methods

Paypal Mastercard Visa American Express Discover Apple Pay Klarna Giftcard
Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept exchanges
Contact me within: 3 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 7 days of delivery
I don't accept returns or cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
  • Custom or personalized orders
  • Perishable products (like food or flowers)
  • Digital downloads
  • Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
  • Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
All sales are final. Please Please Please read all measurements and the entire description BEFORE purchasing. We are very thorough! If for some reason there is a screw up, convo us first. We’ll do our best to make it all better!

If in the event that satisfaction is not met items can be returned for store credit.

We've been working hard at aiming to prepare and package items to ship same day, so because of this we are no longer accepting cancellation requests.
Payment
We accept payments through paypal (credit card/debit card/paypal account), etsy direct checkout, and gift cards. We will also hold/reserve an item for you for up to two weeks!!! Item over 100 dollars? We can do layaway! Please note: Residents of Ohio will be charged a 7% sales tax.
Shipping
All United States orders are sent first class or priority, depending on weight. If you would like your packages insured let us know, and we can give you a quote on the price.

INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS:

International shipping can be sent First Class (the cheaper way) or Priority (the safer and faster way) If you want your package to have insurance and tracking you must upgrade to Priority shipping.

Please be aware of your country’s custom policies before purchasing. Some countries have a fee or put a tax on imports and packages coming from other countries. We have no control over this. This is the buyer's responsibility. Please contact your local post office if have questions concerning how your country handles imported packages.

We will not falsify customs forms by marking as a gift or lying about the packages worth. Please do not ask us to do this this. It is illegal and carries hefty fines and even jail time.

On the Prowl is not responsible for packages lost in the mail. Please consider having your purchase insured.
Additional policies and FAQs
Remember you are buying vintage clothing that is 20 years or older. These items will show some age and wear, and unless noted as deadstock they are not in brand new condition. We inspect each piece before it is shipped, but please remember small imperfections are common in vintage clothing such as a broken thread here and there, light hanger stretch, a slight fabric flaw, or minor fading in colored fabrics.

Also keep in mind that vintage sizing is quite different from modern day sizing. We have found the best way to figure out if a garment will fit the way you like it to is to take a measuring tape and compare to something similar already in your closet. If you would like additional measurements that are not already listed don’t ever hesitate to ask!

Please keep in mind that computer monitors display colors and contrasts differently. For instance a blue dress might look differently on your computer from your phone. Additionally your computer monitor may be displaying contrasts, colors, or brightness differently from my monitor. Even more tricky some colors do not translate well into the camera compared to the human eye. Colors are close representations, but are never 100% exact. If you need something specific in color please contact us so we can make sure you will be happy with the product in real life!

If you are unfamiliar with vintage clothing and need some guidance feel free to ask us any questions - we’d love to help. We are vintage fanatics over here!