This Old Thing

This Old Thing (2014)

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Dawn O'Porter loves vintage clothing. She thinks it's crazy to buy boring, mass-produced clothes when there's thousands of quality pieces in hundreds of shops that are totally unique, beautifully made, look fantastic and don't cost the earth. This Old Thing will celebrate vintage fashion, show how to repair and revive clothing to bring it up to date, and hope to cure the country's addiction to fast fashion – one wardrobe at a time. Dawn sets out to prove that classic clothes from the past can be the way forward. Each week Dawn will take on a vintage virgin and introduce them to the alternative world of fashion. Acting as stylist she will help them make the most of hand-me-downs and thrifty finds to make a real style statement.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Luciejuil. 30, 2014
S01E05Elissajuil. 23, 2014
S01E04Alicejuil. 16, 2014
S01E03Lizajuil. 9, 2014
S01E02Emmajuil. 2, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'This Old Thing' premiere?

'This Old Thing' premiered on May 22, 2014.

Who is the presenter of 'This Old Thing'?

Dawn O'Porter is the presenter of 'This Old Thing'.

What is the premise of 'This Old Thing'?

'This Old Thing' is a TV show about vintage fashion, where Dawn O'Porter helps people discover hidden treasures in their wardrobes and shows them how to transform them into stylish outfits.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'This Old Thing'?

There were six episodes in the first season of 'This Old Thing'.

Which channel aired 'This Old Thing'?

'This Old Thing' aired on Channel 4 in the UK.

Does 'This Old Thing' feature any celebrity guests?

Yes, 'This Old Thing' features celebrity guests such as Daisy Lowe, Pixie Lott, and Caroline Flack.

What type of clothing does 'This Old Thing' focus on?

'This Old Thing' focuses on vintage and retro clothing.

Are the clothes in 'This Old Thing' authentic vintage pieces?

Yes, the clothes in 'This Old Thing' are authentic vintage pieces.

What is the target audience of 'This Old Thing'?

The target audience of 'This Old Thing' is people interested in fashion and vintage clothing.

Where does the show take place?

'This Old Thing' takes place in the UK.

How long are the episodes of 'This Old Thing'?

The episodes of 'This Old Thing' are one hour long.

Do the participants keep the clothes that are transformed on the show?

Yes, the participants keep the clothes that are transformed on the show.

Has 'This Old Thing' won any awards?

'This Old Thing' has not won any awards.

What is the fashion philosophy of 'This Old Thing'?

The fashion philosophy of 'This Old Thing' is that vintage clothing is timeless and can be mixed and matched with modern pieces to create stylish outfits.

Are there any online resources available for fans of 'This Old Thing'?

Yes, there is a blog on the Channel 4 website dedicated to vintage fashion and written by Dawn O'Porter, the presenter of 'This Old Thing'.

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