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1950s

TwinwoodFestival 30/04/2014
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Who’s off to Twinwood this year?

The Twinwood Festival is the perfect place to show off your fabulous Vivien of Holloway outfits! Taking place on the 23rd, 24th and 25th of August and now in its thirteen year Twinwood is ‘the original and the best vintage 1930’s, 1940’s and 1950’s music and dance festival.’ The festival takes place over three days with over sixty bands, eleven stages and over one hundred traders. And guess who one of the main sponsors are? That’s right, Vivien of Holloway are proud to sponsor this great festival. The Twinwood Festival is... Read More

29/04/2014
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Vivien of Holloway in The Sunday Times!

Who spotted Vivien of Holloway in The Sunday Times this week? Our dress was featured on the cover of the Travel section! The lovely Katy is seen wearing our Halterneck Circle Dress in White Duchess Satin in the feature written by her now husband Jamie Lafferty all about their wedding in Las Vegas. The beautiful bride has accessorised her dress with our red elasticated belt and red flower clip. Worn with a red bandana and matching red sneakers, we just love her relaxed Vegas style! A picture of Americana pin-up... Read More

25/04/2014
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Summer Style with Viven of Holloway

Here at Vivien of Holloway, we’re always looking forward to warmer months and as summer is fast approaching we thought a bit of wardrobe inspiration was in order! With the arrival of our latest sundress and a whole host of beautiful accessories to co-ordinate your outfits, be sure to stand out amongst the crowds this summer whether it’s by the seaside or a glamorous day at the races!   For those balmy summer days we’re so hoping for, our new Anna dress is effortlessly stylish and cool. Team your Anna... Read More

24/04/2014
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Mad about Mad Men: How to get the look

  The newest season of Mad Men has arrived and is a firm favourite with everyone here at Vivien of Holloway. Inspired by this article on the Stylist website looking back at their favourite fashions over the past six seasons, take a look at how to achieve these slinky Joan Holloway or classic Betty Draper styles using authentic styling from Vivien of Holloway.   For the ultimate in sassy appeal, channel your inner Joan with our Jezebel dress in Red Duchess. Featuring a pencil style skirt for that trademark wiggle, the flattering... Read More

17/04/2014
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Pssst! There’s a sale on!

Have you heard the news? We’re having a sale! At Vivien of Holloway, we love a bargain and we know you all feel the same. So, we have decided to reduce lots of stock that we won’t be remaking to create room for lots of exciting new things. With an amazing selection to choose from in the sale, it’s very hard to pick just one item. Such bargains to be had with all of our Satin Halterneck Circle Dresses available for just £55 and a selection of Luxury Halterneck Circle... Read More

Red Denim 1950's Jeans 15/04/2014
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Silver Screen style with our 1950’s Jeans.

We have so many stunning dresses to choose from here at Vivien of Holloway, but let’s not neglect our stunning separates including these amazing 1950s Jeans. The search for a perfectly fitting and infinitely flattering pair of jeans can now stop with these beauties! Inspired by Western movie star style of the 1940s and 1950s, it’s easy to picture Silver Screen sirens such as Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in these denims. Ideal for casual but glamorous pin-up style, Vivien of Holloway’s 1950s Jeans feature a figure hugging high waist... Read More

14/04/2014
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Limited Edition Men’s Shirts

  Have you heard the latest about Vivien of Holloway’s Men’s Long Sleeve Shirts? We have new prints available in this classic Rockabilly cut leisure shirt. In fact, our selection of Menswear is growing so fast we now have a dedicated Men’s section at our Holloway Road shop!   These shirts really are exclusive, we rarely make more than fifty shirts per fabric! We are always on the look out for new prints so guys, if you’ve had your eye on one of our newest Long or Short Sleeve Shirts... Read More

07/04/2014
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Calling all brides!

At Vivien of Holloway, we love a wedding and we love nothing more than seeing pictures of weddings featuring our dresses. With a varied selection of fabrics and styles, from the traditional to the alternative, there is something to suit any colour scheme to make a perfect day magical. For the more traditional bride, choose from a variety of styles in Ivory and White lace and satin. One of our most popular designs, our signature Halter Neck Circle Dress, is stunning in white satin. Wear with a white petticoat for... 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