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Little Nell Black Pin Stripe Vintage Style Pencil Dress

£60.00

Designed & manufactured in the UK A new figure-hugging 50’s style pencil, our Little Nell dress in this refined black pin stripe. She's crafted from a Luxe stretch crepe, with Peter-Pan collars and half sleeves with little turn up cuffs. She comes with a detachable dandy black chiffon scarf. The scarf is cut on the bias to give the ruffle effect, therefore we suggest not to iron to keep the shape. Wear with as pictured with our vintage style black satin gloves and our pearl diamanté Lover's Rock bag. Fabric: Luxe Crepe: 60% Polyester, 34% Rayon, 6% Spandex Machine wash 30 degrees. We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.

UK Size	US Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Length- (inches)
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	41"
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28in/71cm	36"/91cm	41"
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	41.5"
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	41.5"
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/86cm	42"/107cm	42"
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	42"

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Little Nell Smoke Check Vintage Style Pencil Dress

£60.00

Designed & manufactured in the UK New stylish, sassy threads, cut from a luxe stretch check with Peter-pan collars, half sleeves with little turn up cuffs and comes with a black detachable chiffon scarf to give her an air of the avant-garde. The scarf is cut on the bias to give the ruffle effect, therefore we suggest not to iron to keep the shape. Wear with as pictured with our Smoke 50s style Beret. Fabric: Luxe Crepe: 60% Polyester, 34% Rayon, 6% Spandex Machine wash 30 degrees. We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.

UK Size	US Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Length- (in/cm)
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	41"
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28in/71cm	36"/91cm	41"
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	41.5"
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	41.5"
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/86cm	42"/107cm	42"
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	42"

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NEW! ‘From Kitty with Love’ Black & Leopard Faux Fur 50s Swing Dress

£92.00

Exclusively made in London. Vintage glamour & romance is in abundance with this super-starlet, Wow-Wee ‘From Kitty with Love’ dress in black drape. This full circle frock captures the true essence of 50’s splendour & elegance. It has fabulous, luxury quality faux fur Leopard collars and cuffs and is made from a Luxe drapey, stretch crepe. The full circle skirt section has lashings of fabric and looks great when worn with one of our fluffy black petticoats as pictured but is totally amazing without a petticoat too. It can also be worn with an ivory petticoat to match the faux fur collar and cuffs. Accessorise with our vintage style black satin gloves, fresh water pearl drop earrings and Love Affair black velvet bag . DRY CLEAN ONLY (Do not Iron). Luxe Crepe: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane Faux Fur: 90% Acrylic, 10% Polyester We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Total Length- (from top of collar to seam)
8	36	4	32"/ 81cm	26"/ 66cm	45"/ 114cm
10	38	6	34"/ 86cm	28in/ 71cm	45.25"/ 115cm
12	40	8	36"/ 91cm	30"/ 76cm	45.5"/ 115.5cm
14	42	10	38"/ 97cm	32"/ 81cm	45.75"/ 116cm
16	44	12	40"/ 102cm	34"/ 86cm	46"/ 117cm
18	46	14	42"/ 107cm	36"/ 91cm	46.25"/ 117.5cm

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Little Nell Black Check Vintage Style Pencil Dress

£60.00

Designed & manufactured in the UK New stylish, sassy threads, cut from a luxe stretch check with Peter-pan collars, half sleeves with little turn up cuffs and comes with a black detachable chiffon scarf (as picture on our Smoke version) to give her an air of the avant-garde. The scarf is cut on the bias to give the ruffle effect, therefore we suggest not to iron to keep the shape. Wear with as pictured with our 50's style black satin gloves and gun metal ram's skull brooch Fabric: Luxe Crepe: 60% Polyester, 34% Rayon, 6% Spandex Machine wash 30 degrees. We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.

UK Size	US Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Length- (in/cm)
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	41"
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28in/71cm	36"/91cm	41"
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	41.5"
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	41.5"
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/86cm	42"/107cm	42"
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	42"

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Dee Dee Black Watch Tartan Vintage 50s Full Circle Dress

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£69.00

Made in the UK The 'Dee Dee' dress in Black Watch tartan is perfect for any occasion. It features an off-the-shoulder, Bardot style, neckline which radiates vintage glamour with classical angled sleeves & a bateau, straight back neckline. This dress is made from a high quality, traditional woven tartan which has a warm feel & the bodice is satin lined & front boned with a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. The full circle skirt section has lashings of fabric and looks great when worn with one of our fluffy Black petticoats. This dress now comes with a cute matching brass buckled belt, but can also be worn without as there are no belt loops. Fabric composition: 63% Polyester, 34% Viscose, 3% Elastane. Please note- It has a fitted bodice with only a little stretch so please be careful when pulling the zip up. It is also a slightly smaller fit than our Royal Stewart version so we advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm. Hips are free.

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Bodice Length- from top of bodice (below shoulder) to waist seam
8	36	4	32"/ 81cm	26"/ 66cm	38.5cm
10	38	6	34"/ 86cm	28in/ 71cm	39cm
12	40	8	36"/ 91cm	30"/ 76cm	39.5cm
14	42	10	38"/ 97cm	32"/ 81cm	40cm
16	44	12	40"/ 102cm	34"/ 86cm	40cm
18	46	14	42"/ 107cm	36"/ 91cm	41cm

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‘Rhonda’s Revenge’ Black Vintage 50s Style Pencil Dress

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£60.00

Designed & manufactured in the UK This sophisticated Black version of our Rhonda's Revenge dress, captures the elegance and panache of 1950's Paris. It features an off-the-shoulder, Bardot style neckline which radiates vintage glamour with classical angled sleeves & a straight bateau, back neckline. This dress is made from a high quality, stretch Crepe fabric with a satin lined & front boned bodice. It comes with a 2 inch matching brass buckled belt which will help draw you in at the waist and this dress has a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. There is also a 7in/18cm at the back of the skirt to allow you to wiggle freely. Wear with our Lover's Rock black velvet bag, 5 tier faux pearl necklace and Boudoir black satin gloves. Fabric: Luxe Crepe: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.

UK Size	US Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Bodice Length- from top of bodice (below shoulder) to waist seam
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	38.5cm
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28in/71cm	36"/91cm	39"cm
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	39.5cm
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	40cm
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/86cm	42"/107cm	40.5cm
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	41cm

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Little Nell Smoke Pin Stripe Vintage Style Pencil Dress

£60.00

Designed & manufactured in the UK A new figure-hugging 50’s style pencil, our Little Nell dress in this refined Smoke pin stripe. She's crafted from a Luxe stretch crepe, with Peter-Pan collars and half sleeves with little turn up cuffs. She comes with a detachable dandy black chiffon scarf. The scarf is cut on the bias to give the ruffle effect, therefore we suggest not to iron to keep the shape. Wear with as pictured with our diamante dragonfly brooch. Fabric: Luxe Crepe: 60% Polyester, 34% Rayon, 6% Spandex Machine wash 30 degrees. We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.

UK Size	US Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Length- (inches)
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	41"
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28in/71cm	36"/91cm	41"
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	41.5"
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	41.5"
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/86cm	42"/107cm	42"
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	42"

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NEW! Rhonda’s Revenge Wild Leopard 50s Pencil Dress

£60.00

Made in the UK

Take a walk on the wild side in our new Rhonda's Revenge in wild Leopard.

She features an off-the-shoulder, bardot style neckline with classical angled sleeves and a straight back neckline with a satin lined and front boned bodice. There's a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit and a 7in/18cm vent to the rear of the skirt to allow you to wiggle freely. Wear with our retro cherry earrings. This dress is also available in full circle style! Fabric: 96% Cotton, 4% Elastane. The fabric only has a little stretch so we advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.

UK Size	US Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Bodice Length- from top of bodice (below shoulder) to waist seam
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	38.5cm
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28in/71cm	36"/91cm	39"cm
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	39.5cm
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	40cm
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/86cm	42"/107cm	40.5cm
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	41cm

As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements, whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.

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‘From Kitty with Love’ Ruby Red Faux Fur 50s Swing Dress

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£92.00

Exclusively made in London. The most magical of frocks is back & ready to enchant your festivities. Our lavish winter wonder ‘From Kitty with Love’ dress in ruby red with faux fur collars & cuffs. This full circle frock captures the true essence of 50’s splendour & elegance. It has fabulous, luxury quality faux fur Cream collars and cuffs and is made from a Luxe drapey, stretch crepe. The full circle skirt section has lashings of fabric and looks great when worn with one of our fluffy Red petticoats as pictured but is totally amazing without a petticoat too. It can also be worn with an ivory petticoat to match the faux fur collar and cuffs. Accessorise with our Lover's Rock red heart clutch bag and rose earrings to complete the look. DRY CLEAN ONLY (Do not Iron). Luxe Crepe: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane Faux Fur: 90% Acrylic, 10% Polyester We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Total Length- (from top of collar to seam)
8	36	4	32"/ 81cm	26"/ 66cm	45"/ 114cm
10	38	6	34"/ 86cm	28in/ 71cm	45.25"/ 115cm
12	40	8	36"/ 91cm	30"/ 76cm	45.5"/ 115.5cm
14	42	10	38"/ 97cm	32"/ 81cm	45.75"/ 116cm
16	44	12	40"/ 102cm	34"/ 86cm	46"/ 117cm
18	46	14	42"/ 107cm	36"/ 91cm	46.25"/ 117.5cm

NEW! Black Tallulah 50s Dalmatian Pencil Dress

£60.00

Limited Edition and exclusively made in the UK. Style, sass and sophistication come together to create this ultra-chic 50’s style pencil dress our 'Tallulah' in black with faux fur dalmatian spot. This 50's style pencil dress has smooth Dalmation, faux fur collars and matching furry functional buttons & belt. It also has ¾ length sleeves and a vent at the back of the skirt. Wear with our 50s style black beret. Dress fabric composition: Luxe Crepe: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane Faux fur: 100% Polyester Hand wash 30°

We advise to refer to our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Length
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	44.5"/113cm
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28"/71cm	36"/91cm	45"/114cm
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	45.5"/115cm
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	46"/117cm
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/81cm	42"/107cm	46.5"/118cm
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	47"/119cm

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Wonderland Coat Winter Ice Blue Made in the UK

£187.00

Made in Britain. It’s never just about turning up, it’s about turning up, turning heads & feeling a million dollars. This exquisite coat will most definitely fulfil those needs. Inspired by an original 50’s evening coat, with the softest luxurious faux fur Wolf collars & cuffs and cut from a beautiful Ice Blue Melton fabric with covered buttons. She also has a soft and silky, turquoise satin lining & side seam pockets. If you fancy wearing this beauty with more layers, then think about sizing up. Wear with our Tan 50s style beret and retro cherry earrings. DRY CLEAN ONLY (Do not Iron). Coat: 60% Polyester, 20% Viscose, 20% Wool Faux Fur: 85% Acrylic, 15% Polyester Lining: 100% Polyester She comes in standard UK sizes Sleeve length- 59cm-61cm

Size chart

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Length
8	36	4	32"/ 81cm	26"/ 66cm	117cm/46"
10	38	6	34"/ 86cm	28in/ 71cm	117cm/46"
12	40	8	36"/ 91cm	30"/ 76cm	117cm/46"
14	42	10	38"/ 97cm	32"/ 81cm	117cm/46"
16	44	12	40"/ 102cm	34"/ 86cm	117cm/46"
18	46	14	42"/ 107cm	36"/ 91cm	117cm/46"

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‘Way Out West’ Tan Tartan Full Circle Dress

£67.00

Designed & manufactured in the UK 🇬🇧 Our timelessly elegant Way Out West front buttoned dress, crafted from this classic woven Tan tartan with functional brass coloured buttons and a matching vintage metal buckled belt. She features half sleeves with nifty buttoned cuffs and a semi-flared collar. To create a full on 50s look just pop one of our fluffy petticoats underneath or wear without for that chic, shirt dress look. Unlike many dressmakers we have also carefully matched up the checks. Wear with our kitsch pearl charm bracelet and Tan 50s style beret. Fabric composition: 65% polyester, 35% viscose The fabric is non-stretch so please refer to our size chart to ensure you choose the correct size.

Size chart

As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Length- top of collar to hem (in/cm)
8	36	4	33"/ 84cm	26.5"/ 67cm	45"/ 114cm
10	38	6	35"/ 89cm	28.5"/ 72cm	45.25"/ 115cm
12	40	8	37"/ 94cm	30.5"/ 77cm	45.5"/ 116cm
14	42	10	39"/ 99cm	32.5"/ 83cm	46"/ 117cm
16	44	12	41"/ 104cm	34.5"/ 88cm	46.25"/ 117.5cm
18	46	14	43"/ 109cm	36.5"/ 93cm	46.5"/ 118cm

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‘Way Out West’ Skull Rose 50s Swing Dress

£67.00

A very limited edition! This beautiful dress is cut from a soft skull and roses cotton with functional mother of pearl buttons all the way down and a matching buckled belt. This dress features half sleeves with nifty buttoned cuffs and a semi-flared collar. To create a full on 50s look just pop one of our fluffy black petticoats underneath or wear without for that chic, shirt dress look. Wear with our rose hair clip and catacomb skull clutch bag. Fabric composition: 100% cotton. The fabric is non-stretch so please refer to our size chart to ensure you choose the correct size.

Size chart

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Length- top of collar to hem (in/cm)
8	36	4	33"/ 84cm	26.5"/ 67cm	45"/ 114cm
10	38	6	35"/ 89cm	28.5"/ 72cm	45.25"/ 115cm
12	40	8	37"/ 94cm	30.5"/ 77cm	45.5"/ 116cm
14	42	10	39"/ 99cm	32.5"/ 83cm	46"/ 117cm
16	44	12	41"/ 104cm	34.5"/ 88cm	46.25"/ 117.5cm
18	46	14	43"/ 109cm	36.5"/ 93cm	46.5"/ 118cm

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Red Tallulah 50s Dalmatian Pencil Dress

£60.00

Limited Edition and exclusively made in the UK. Style, sass and sophistication come together to create this ultra-chic 50’s style pencil dress our 'Tallulah' in red with faux fur dalmatian spot. This 50's style pencil dress has smooth Dalmation, faux fur collars and matching furry functional buttons & belt. It also has ¾ length sleeves and a vent at the back of the skirt. Wear with our 50s style red beret. Dress fabric composition: Luxe Crepe: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane Faux fur: 100% Polyester Hand wash 30°

We advise to refer to our size chart before ordering.

Size chart

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)	Length
8	36	4	32"/81cm	26"/66cm	34"/86cm	44.5"/113cm
10	38	6	34"/86cm	28"/71cm	36"/91cm	45"/114cm
12	40	8	36"/91cm	30"/76cm	38"/97cm	45.5"/115cm
14	42	10	38"/97cm	32"/81cm	40"/102cm	46"/117cm
16	44	12	40"/102cm	34"/81cm	42"/107cm	46.5"/118cm
18	46	14	42"/107cm	36"/91cm	44"/112cm	47"/119cm

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‘Dee Dee’ Houndstooth Full Circle Dress

£69.00

360° PRODUCT VIEW Made in the UK. This perfect piece of glamour is cut from the finest quality stretch cotton with a traditionally front boned, satin lined bodice and dreamy full circle skirt section. She also has a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. The waist doesn't have any belt loops which gives you the choice to wear this dress with it's matching 2 inch belt or without . To create a full on 50s look just pop one of our fluffy Ivory petticoats underneath and wear with our black JoJo sunglasses as pictured, our large black Belle 50's cartwheel hat and vintage style black satin gloves. We advise to check our size guide at the bottom of the page before ordering. Fabric: 97% cotton, 3% spandex

Size chart

Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm. Hips are free.

UK Size	EU Size	US Size	Bust (in/cm)	Waist (in/cm)	Hips (in/cm)
8	36	4	32"/ 81cm	26"/ 66cm	-
10	38	6	34"/ 86cm	28in/ 71cm	-
12	40	8	36"/ 91cm	30"/ 76cm	-
14	42	10	38"/ 97cm	32"/ 81cm	-
16	44	12	40"/ 102cm	34"/ 86cm	-
18	46	14	42"/ 107cm	36"/ 91cm	-

As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. Please be careful when pulling the zip up & check our size guide below before ordering. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements, whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.

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