I've been a big fan of the Vivien of Holloway brand since its early incarnation above a motorbike shop in Camden Town. Considering the massive cross-over appeal of beautiful frothy 50s circle dresses and petticoats, it's hardly surprising that the brand has gone from strength to strength over the past few years with almost 50,000 Facebook followers and outfits spotted on the glamorous forms of Paloma Faith, Kelly Brook and Nigella Lawson to name a few. I'm not as glam as those famous beauties but here's just a few of the Viv dresses I've worn over the past year. I'm a sucker for a cute print! ;)
Of course, there's much more to Vivien of Holloway than the ever popular halter neck circle dresses, which is where most customers (including me!) started their love affair with this vintage reproduction brand. As well as the gorgeously authentic 1950s circle dresses, VOH also produce drop-dead gorgeous sarong dresses, tasteful daytime tea dresses, the beautifully modest Grace dress and a whole collection of go-to separates including pencil skirts, jeans and slash neck jersey tops.
Last week, in the midst of a tempting 20% off sale, I decided to try a new breed of VOH dress and one that is a little bit outside of my comfort zone: The Jezebel! The Jezebel dress is figure hugging pencil dress with a cross over bust and a cute (and flattering) mini peplum detail to the waist. I have to tell you, I am absolutely thrilled with this dress! Although I am a big fan of the polka dot print, I hadn't actually got a classic black and white Viv dress until now and I couldn't be happier with my choice. It's fitted but not uncomfortably so and it flatters my slightly bumpy post-Christmas figure perfectly! Considering the flattering fit, I was relieved to find that this dress is not boned and is made of a lovely thick stretch cotton which makes it incredibly comfortable to wear. I braved the bitterly cold (and hair-ruining!) Liverpool wind this weekend to grab a few pictures, let me know what you think!
What's your favourite Vivien of Holloway outfit? What's on your Viv wish list? I'd love to hear from you! :)
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| I couldn't resist adding a few pics with this fabulous Felix mural! |
Dress: Jezebel Wrap Pencil Dress in Black & White Spot £89
Suitcase: Vintage Tiara Tourister
Shoes: Renaissance from Miss L Fire (2009 season)
Lipstick: Mac in Russian Red
Location: The Baltic Triangle, Liverpool
I love this dress and it looks fantastic. I have the Grace wrap circle dress and I also find it so comfortable! It can be worn anywhere dresses up or down. I was looking to get one of these dresses next but was thinking the blue bombshell then the Jezebel. But it is so hard! So many beautiful things to buy, I just wished I could buy it all. But I am slowly building up my wardrobe with VOH! Fantastic little blog Lisa!
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