Vivien Of Holloway

02/04/2014
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Time for tea.

We are very excited to announce the arrival of our latest 1940s Tea Dresses! A sought after style in any vintage lovers wardrobe, our version is true to the utility styles of World War II with some small updates to suit a modern figure and lifestyle. This lovely day dress features an A-line skirt cut to skim over the hips and fall just below the knee and a button-through blouson top gathered at the waist and bust with lightly padded shoulders for authentic shaping.   1940s loving ladies will be... Read More

01/04/2014
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Ahoy There!

Calling all nautical lovelies! Our popular Anchor print Halter Neck Circle Dress is back. At Vivien of Holloway, we love authentic vintage prints and this print with a distinctive nautical note is no exception! In a vibrant royal blue with adorable white anchors, this dress is sure to turn some heads and melt sailor’s hearts. With an alluring sweetheart neckline and signature boned bodice, team your Halter Neck Circle Dress with a contrasting  elasticated belt and petticoat to be a picture of pin-up perfection. Ideal for a day out, be... Read More

31/03/2014
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Be peachy keen in our fabulous florals!

So, who spotted Vivien of Holloway on Gok Wan’s Style Surgery on ITV’s This Morning on Friday? Gok featured our stunning Grace dress in Victory Rose Peach. Take a look here! Gok is a big fan of Vivien of Holloway and has used lots of our pieces. We think Julie looks just lovely in her dress! Our Victory Rose floral prints are available in Peach, Cerise, Purple and Royal and are proving to be a big hit. This fabric is very special to us at Vivien of Holloway as it... Read More

28/03/2014
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Effortless style with our latest 1950’s Circle Skirts.

  Our latest Circle Skirts are just perfect for an effortlessly stylish outfit. Now available in beautiful new fabrics including our Wild Rose in Cerise, Purple and Royal, these lovely full-circle skirts create a classic 1950’s silhouette and can be worn with a petticoat underneath for a full, stand-out effect. Channel your inner Silver Screen Siren and team your Circle Skirt with a Halter Neck Top for a sassy summer look or go casual with a Gypsy Top. Perfect for picnics! As with all of our pieces, these gorgeous new... Read More

27/03/2014
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Something for the boys!

Here at Vivien of Holloway we truly are dedicated to making the world a more stylish place. And that includes you men! Introducing our latest Long-Sleeved shirts in a variety of hard wearing fabrics, ideal for work or play and guaranteed to make you the coolest cat in town. Choose from a classic Blue Gingham or if you’re feeling colourful the Yellow and Grey Check is sure to stand out.   A classic Rockabilly cut, these leisure shirts are proudly made in London in easy wash and wear fabrics. With... Read More

25/03/2014
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Vivien of Holloway brings you a taste of the Orient!

Our fabulous new Spring Collection of Sarongs have arrived. With the same beautiful boned bodice and draped skirt, the new collection brings all the glamour of the Orient with fabrics inspired by far Eastern opulence. Available in eleven stunning new prints, choose to blossom in green and lilac Geisha Bloom or shimmer away in Persian Gold and Origami Coral or Black. Perfect for spring and summer, these sarongs will bring elegance and excitement to any event. Wear as a set with the bolero for cooler evenings or sizzle in the... Read More

18/02/2014
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We can do it!

Protect your pin curls and rollers or create a true rockabilly 50’s look with our wide range of Bandanas! Create a 40’s land girl look,50’s pin up or transform into Rosie the Riveter herself with our fabulous head squares! 22inch x22inch Available in a wide range of colours and prints! Mix and match with your favorite outfits! Team your bandana with our 40’s swing trousers and jeans and one a plain or floral blouse and you are ready to rock the 40’s look!

03/02/2014
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My Vintage Wardrobe

Mixing vintage gems with her own figure-flaunting repro creations, Vivien Wilson (the woman behind the much-loved Vivien of Holloway label) knows her vintage – and has the wardrobe to prove it. She gives Jen Barton a lesson in retro-meets-repro styling… Read more…

19/12/2013

Merry Christmas from Vivien of Holloway

May your stockings be full and your pudding be fruity! Vivien of Holloway would like to wish you a wonderful Christmas and a prosperous New Year! Please Note Our last recommended day for Christmas Orders is tomorrow (Friday 20th December) for Standard UK Delivery. Our last day for Next Day Delivery is Monday 23rd December. Our shop is open as usual from now up until Tuesday 24th: Christmas Eve (24th), Christmas Day (25th) and Boxing Day (26th) we are closed. So why not pop in this weekend for last minute gifts:... Read More

13/12/2013
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Product Update: Swagger Jackets are back!

    Good Afternoon ladies. We come to you today with some fabulous news. The  Swagger Jacket is back! We’ve restocked the ever popular Navy Plaid and re-introduced classic Black. We also have two gorgeous new colours: dare to wear vibrant fuchsia or cool camel. Our Swagger Jackets look particularly fabulous when teamed with one of our Pencil Skirts. Wear Black with our Black Flannel skirt or Navy Plaid with our skirt in the same print for an glamourous suit reminiscent of Dior’s ‘New Look’.   Swagger Jackets are made... Read More