Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Navy Cherry Bombshell Dress by Vivien of Holloway

Having done pinup modeling since 2012, I'm almost embarrassed to admit that this is my first Vivien of Holloway dress that I have ever owned, but I'm sure this is just the beginning of what the future holds for my closet.

When I received the Navy Cherry Bombshell Dress, I found the pattern of the fabric to be lovely with cherries on it. I love the color combination of the red and navy together. It's made out of a sateen fabric, so there is a bit of a stretch to it, which always allows for that perfect hourglass fit.

A special thanks to Cardinal White Photography for working with me to showcase this vision at Frame Park.





One thing I absolutely love is the quality! The boning within the bodice really helps mold the shape. It also comes with a bolero, but if you choose to take it off, it has really cute double spaghetti straps. On me, they tended to be a little loose and wanted to fall down, but it was very simple to adjust them by taking them in a tad at the back of the bodice.


I've added a heart-shaped red belt as an accent, but Vivien of Holloway also has belts available on their website in a variety of colors. The cherry necklace I accessorized with is from Pinup Girl Clothing. Shoes are Swedish Hasbeens, and the red makeup bag is vintage.

My measurements are 32" in the bust, 26" in the waist, and 36" at the largest part around my hip and this dress is a size 10 and fits just right.  It retails for £99 on their website and they also have it available in black with cherries.


Another big shout out to Cardinal White Photography for helping to capture these wonderful images! Hair and makeup were both done by myself, and I look forward to adding more Vivien of Holloway to my retro collection in the future!

Monday, March 26, 2012

Monday Vintage Links on Facebook

For those of you truly interested in how to get the vintage look, check out Pam's weekly Monday vintage posts!

'Like' the Miss Heartland Swing - Pam Krajewski Facebook page or follow @PinupPam on Twitter so you can get the links as soon as she posts them.  The sites will also have plenty of other great information for those who are involved in the swing dance scene, such as videos from nationally-known dancers, WWII-era history posts and plenty about Pam herself and her 2012 National Tour as Miss Heartland Swing.  Every Monday, Pam will be highlighting a different site with information on vintage fashion. 

Miss a day?  Can't remember that one awesome site?  Don't fret!  Here's an archive of Pam's links: 

Oct. 22:  Bombshell Bettie
Oct. 15:  Red Dress Shoppe
Oct. 8:  Plasticland
Oct. 1:  
Dig This ... Clothing

Sept. 24:  Bleyer Shoes
Sept. 17:  Mystery Mister
Sept. 10:  Jitterbuggin
Sept. 3:  Get Go Retro

Aug. 27: 
Daddy-O's
Aug. 20:  Bettie Page Clothing
Aug. 13:  Best Vintage Patterns
Aug. 6:  Atomic Swag

July 30:  What Katie Did
July 23:  Remix Shoes
July 16:  Whirling Turban
July 9:  Vintage Fashion Lounge
July 2:  Rocket Originals

June 25:  Vintage Martini
June 18: 
LaFrock
June 11:  Bear Flag Republic
June 4:  LaceAffair

May 28:  My Baby Joe
May 21:  MovieMaidens
May 14:  Pearls & Swine
May 7:  Heyday! Vintage Style

April 30:  ModCloth
April 23:  Vintage Hairstyling: Retro Hairstyles with Step-by-Step Techniques
April 16:  Woodland Farms Vintage
April 9:  DanceStore.com
April 2:  M•A•C Lipstick

March 26:  Pin Up Girl Clothing
March 19:  Stop Staring!
March 12:  Miss L Fire