How to Get the Ultimate Vintage-Inspired Wardrobe, According to Paul McCartney's Stylist

“I always feel like every woman should have a vintage little black cocktail dress—especially with the holidays coming up," said Meyer. "It can be from any period—the '20s to the '60s. You always stand out when you wear a vintage dress to a party."

"If you want to get into vintage and start off just with accessories, jewelry is a great way to do that," said Meyer. "Look for pieces that you can wear with jeans, a T-shirt, and  sneakers and you can just slowly work your way into it."

“Now that we're hitting cooler weather, vintage coats are fantastic," said Meyer. "If you find one that's a bit too boxy or needs a little modernizing, keep in mind that you can always get it tailored. You can change the sleeve length, the hem length, and just make it work for your body and your style.” 

"Body shape definitely plays a role in choosing the right vintage pieces," said Meyer. "Girls with a smaller frame tend to fit well into pieces from the 1920's, and the '40s and the '50s are usually perfect for someone with a curvier build. Clothes were made so differently in the past, with amazing patterning and every seam had a purpose. Once you start trying on different eras, you can really get a feel for what’s working on your body type. And again, you can always get things tailored."

"Always take a good look and make sure a piece is going to be wearable," said Meyer. "You don't want something that's starting to disintegrate on you, so it's important to make sure you'll be able to get wear out of something—especially earlier pieces from the '20s. I once found a stunning piece of beading from the 1930s, but it was attached to a tattered piece. I held onto it, and when I got married, it became the focal point of the wedding dress I designed for myself. I knew that I would find the right place for it to be showcased one day, and it ended up being part of my wedding gown."

"I love to mix and match, and if there's something that's drawing you to a piece, grab it," said Meyer. "I don't think there's any rule—and that's the fun thing about fashion. I like to take a vintage piece and then reshape and recut it into something with a bit of a modern twist. You can also mix a vintage top with a modern bottom and jewelry from different eras."

"It’s usually best to just choose one standout decorative piece, but it's really all about how you wear it," said Meyer. "If you're going to do a faux fur jacket or wrap, that's your standout piece and you should keep the rest of your look a little more low-key. If you're going to do something beaded, like a top, it’s best to pair it with something a little simpler and sleeker. But don't be afraid to experiment with a dressier component, like a beaded piece. You can always throw on motorcycle boots with jeans and a distressed jacket to play around."