Show Stopping Christmas Colours!

Be the best dressed this New Year's Eve and saunter around in these sophisticated deep sapphire colours and bold berry hues! Glamorous and nostalgic these rich colours really conjure up festive feelings and remind us of scenes from classic Christmas films like White Christmas and Meet Me In St Louis...

Luxurious and romantic these beautiful beetroot tones really scream elegance and decorum - what could be better for a special occasion like new years eve?

Warming colours and textures really compliment the season, but why not shock with a striking contrast of white, nude or ivory and accessorise with our pretty pastel bags such as our Nude Clutch Bag, or Pearl Clutch?  It creates a striking effect , and keeps the colours looking fresh and updated.

Featured: Red Art Deco Geometric Earrings, Nude Clutch Bag, BlueScalloped Flapper Dress, French Connection Stable Jacquard Dress - Red , PearlClutch

How To Wear Pantone's Colour Of The Year

The Colour Company Pantone have unveiled their colour of the year for 2017... and it's a vibrant, tangy shade of green. What a great way to kick start the year! After all there is nothing like a vivid, bold colour to cheer us all up and welcome in the new year. From fashion to interiors this colour will be popping up all over the place, so we thought we'd share some tips on how to style and wear this zesty hue.

Tip  1: Overusing this bright shade can be altogether too risky for most, unless you like to shock! Therefore we suggest pairing it with simpler, softer tones to create a striking contrast like the print in this Green Bird Print Scarf.

Tip 2: Go for a statement accessory or funky shoe in this shade to highlight or draw attention to your best features. For example tying a bold green neckerchief around your neckline will show off a slender neck or compliment green eyes.

Tip 3: Another option is to experiment with neon accessories. For example a leather jacket or denim mini dress look awesome, teamed with a fluorescent clutch and vivid bangles.

However you choose to wear this gorgeous greenery, it'll certainly brighten up your year and fill you with optimism and confidence. 

Fancy giving it a go? Check out our green goodies here at: 

http://www.rockmyvintage.co.uk/

Ultimate Retro Stocking Fillers!

You've got your main presents covered (cough...of course), but now it's time to search for those little surprises and stocking fillers that make someone's Christmas seem all the more magical and special.  Well we have the perfect solution! Introducing our shimmering trinkets and glamorously glittery accessories for under £20, because after all who doesn't love a bit of sparkle and razzle-dazzle at Christmas?

Crystal Art Deco Hair Comb

Add a touch of vintage glamour to the occasion for as little as £10!

 This Crystal Art Deco Hair Comb will finish their festive outfit off nicely. 

Gold And Black Deco Ring

For the fashionistas out there, we have this dramatic Gold and Black Deco Ring which simply oozes elegance and certainly makes a statement, yet won't break the bank at £12!

Silver Art Deco Earrings

Make them feel like a starlet of the silver screen for the day with these gorgeous 

Silver Art Deco Earrings, at the bargain price of £15! So delicate and elegant, you might just want to keep them yourself...

ArtDeco Enamel Earrings

Say it all, with these Art Deco Enamel Earrings that will have any 1920s lovers shimmying and shaking with delight.  And you - for that matter, when you see that you can get them for just £12!

Green Art Deco Hairclips

Complete your Christmas gifts with these Green Art DecoHairclips. A perfect 1920s pick me up for any party outfit- and a complete bargain at just £11!

Style Steal - Perfect Pastels

Perfect Pastels

We simply adore this cute 50s floral number that the fabulous 

Eva Mendes is wearing! Teamed with the dinky pastel clutch and nude headband she looks the epitome of elegance! Flared silhouettes are super flattering and suit almost any figure, whilst the kitsch dark floral shade adds striking interest and works well teamed with pastel accessories. So why not try this quirky retro look yourself?  We've styled out Firework Print Dress with our Nude Clutch Bag , Gold Sunburst Ring and Green Art Deco Hair Clips and accessorised with a mint court shoe (Ravel Hamden Court Debenhams). With its eye popping print and contrasting colour combinations, the overall effect is cute and kitsch. Which as retro enthusiasts, is always a good thing...

How To Wear - Power Prints

How To Wear - Power Prints

Here at rock my vintage we are all about funky retro prints and busy patterns 

but understand that styling them and pairing them with other outfits can 

sometimes become quite frankly downright exhausting!

Clashing colours and patterns can work well but if you want to keep it subtle and 

elegant the key is to style them with muted or neutral accessories. Metallic's work well,

like our silver 'Vintage Shell Clutch' because not only does it still stand out against

the fabric it also compliments a busy pattern, rather than distracting your attention away from the print.

We have paired our 'Long Sleeved Floral Dress' with minimal dainty accessories, 

and added a hint of colour for interest with our 'Green Art Deco Earrings' and 

Steve Madden shoes. We've teamed this with our delicate 'Vintage Silver Ring' 

and stylish 'Silver Beaded Bracelet'.

Style Steal - Practical Magic

We all love a bit of nostalgia and 'The Craft'  sums up everything we love about nineties Gothic fashion! From the studded chokers, thick black eyeliner, plaid and of course 

lots of little black dresses.  It is also an awesome Halloween film and makes a 

stylish, badass costume!

Therefore we thought we'd share some of our devilishly tempting Gothic goodies! Introducing our grungy embroidered flapper dress, dramatic cameo choker,  

glamorous Art Deco Clutch, unique Tatty Divine Palmistry necklace and spellbinding

 Gold and Black Deco Ring.

Check out our Halloween fashion at: 

http://www.rockmyvintage.co.uk/halloween-style.htm  

Featured: Fairuza Balk in the Craft (Buzzfeed), Craft Film Poster (IMDb)

Street Style At The Custard Factory!

At rock my vintage we are all about celebrating  individuality and creativity! 

So we thought we'd showcase some of the very best examples of street fashion

and style at the heart of where we're based here at the custard factory.

Saliah wears:

Zara Jacket

Zara Top

Dr. Martens

New look Leggings 

Makeda wears:

Vintage jacket from COW vintage shop

New look customised jeans

Top - new look uniform

Emma wears:

 Trousers from new look

Blouse from primark

Jacket from H & M

Boots from New Look

Purse Kurt Geiger

Emma & Paula Wear:

Paula - Outfit All Handmade!

 Converse shoes

Emma - Handmade Headscarf by Paula,

 Warehouse coat,

 Levis Jeans

Doc Martins 

To check out the latest quirky vintage looks and street styles visit: http://www.rockmyvintage.co.uk

Decades Of Style

http://www.rockmyvintage.co.uk/dresses/new-in.htm

From left to right : Featuring Clara Bow (Vanity fair Magazine), Betty Davies (Flickr.com), Ava Gardner (Pin-up-love.tumbler.com), Marilyn Monroe (thebeautyofmarilyn.tumbler.com), Twiggy (Hub Page) , Diana Ross (theyroaredvintage.tumbler.com) 

1920s

Featuring: Louise Brooks (Lauren Isaacs Vitello) & Bee Jackson (Flickr.com)

Louise Brooks & Bee Jackson just embody the energy, glamour and excitement of the

20s era in these stunning flapper dresses don't they?. The 20s was all about the drop 

waist, low neckline, beads and bobs! With a emphasis on the back, loose fitting waist lines  

and bejewelled fabric , it  was a defining era for fashion.  Fun, sensational and lively 

it certainly shook up the nation.

Want the fabulous flapper look? Check out our gorgeous range of art deco inspired flapper dresses, from the  dropped waist Black Deco Flapper Dress to the gold lines  and layered pleats in our Pleated Flapper Dress.

1930s

Featuring: Ginger Rogers in Vivacious Lady (Yurei.co.uk)

We just love Ginger Rogers dress here in Vivacious Lady 1938! Feminine, sheer fabrics were all the rage and with the invention of the bias cut draping was born! Dresses became elegant and fabric hung in sinuous folds and stretched to fit the contours of the body.

Adopt Ginger's Grecian goddess look with our Pink Art Deco Maxi, which embodies the dreamlike, shimmering beauty in 30s dresses with its gorgeous chiffon skirt. 

1940s

Featuring: Deanna Durbin (greenbriarpictureshows.blogspot.com)

Deanna Durbin looks the picture of innocence, in this beautiful floral wrap dress. Padded shoulders, silhouettes, clinched in waists and A line skirts were popular in the 1940s.

It was all about looking elegant yet smart, sexy yet refined.  Prints were big, shoulders

broad and skirts long and sleek.

If you love the hourglass silhouette and super flattering shapes of the 1940s than look 

no further than our Black Floral Tea Dress, with its cute fitted skirt and buttoned up waist.

1950s

Featuring: Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russel (lifeofmarilynmonroe.tumbler.com)

Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in Gentlemen prefer Blondes look super cute in there gorgeous flared skirt and lemon wiggle dress! Both are defining iconic looks of the era,

with the full skirt taking the nation by storm and the slim fitting pencil skirt becoming a wardrobe staple to this day.

If you love this look, check out our Emily & Fin Dreamy Deco Dress with its 50s 

prom style fit and bold, bright print. 

1960s

Featuring: Diana Ross Andre Courreges Photoshoot by Bert Stern

How groovy does Diana Ross look  in this Andre Courage Shoot?! Space age inspirations, miniscule hem lines and geometric prints, the 60s was a decade that revolutionised fashion!

Check out our bright, fiery Orange Lace Shift Dress If you want to inject some life

into your wardrobe and channel the mod look. 

1970s

Featuring: Donyale Luna (demeterclarc.com)

Maxi dresses, crazy prints and flare shapes were all the craze in the 70s, and this 

circular hippy chick dress worn by Donyale Luna for Vogue was no exception!  

Fashion in this era was flamboyant, eccentric and romantic with exaggerated features.

Our boho Floral Jumpsuit with its slinky wrap around body, flared trousers and bold 

print nail this look perfectly.  

Autumn/Winter Fashion Trends

Lace:

We are loving lace this season! From contemporary mesh patterns, laser cut fabric

and floral vintage designs we've got it all. Romantic, feminine and sexy; lace has the ability

to make you feel both sophisticated and special. Nothing says that better than our blue floral

lace dress, which oozes 1950s charm and dramatic attitude all in one. Team it with crystals

and diamante for a night out or contrast with leather for a more casual look.

Whichever way you style it, you'll feel glamorous and up for a party. Get the girls and go!

Velvet:

This Jacquard French Connection Dress showcases sumptuous velvet in all its glory!

We are now well and truly embracing this fantastic A/W trend and the autumnal season.

Not only do we love the soft, rich texture of the fabric but we love the subtle print

and wrap skirt in this party dress. It makes a great transitional piece that takes you

from day to night and looks fab paired with metallic accessories. 

Gothic:

Gothic fashion has been resurrected this autumn in the shape of heavily

dramatic accessories and theatrical lace. Mix with denim jackets or tweed

for a modern updated look. We can rely on our lace cameo flapper headband

and lace pendent headband to add some drama into our lives. Opt for

blackcurrant or burgundy lipstick to create even more impact. 

                 

Maxi Dresses:

70s style maxi dresses are still all the rage this season. Flattering and glam

they have the ability to make you look an inch taller and feel classy yet sensual.

We love this pink beaded maxi dress for its beautiful beading and intricate

jewelled bodice. Imagine wafting across the dance floor in this pretty

ice pink number. Great for that special occasion and for making a entrance

at the office party

Sequins:

More is definitely MORE this season. Beading, sequins and embellishment

is the way forward. Wear sequins from top to toe this month and be a proper

party girl with our latest collection of beaded beauties.

Check out the range here. 

Fresher Survival Guide

Rule 1 - The Padlock

One of the 'key' things to remember to pack for fresher's week

is a padlock! An essential item, that will stop your flatmates pinching

your precious jammy dodgers and homemade stew your mum made

the night before . It's good to be prepared. Or you could just give them

a hint with these cute Vintage Padlock Earrings.

Rule 2 - Talking Point Clothes

When you're feeling all shy and nervous on the first day, it's always a great

idea to wear something that stands out and can become a talking point.

Think about it, you'd want to talk to the girl with the fab floral print dress

or bright quirky necklace. People, will be asking you where you got this 

one in no time.

Rule 3 - The Shopper

You will be doing a lot of endless trips to the shops - supermarket to buy pot noodles,

book shops for those lecture essentials and the off licence for, well everything in there!

So, you are going to NEED this Showpony Clarissa Eco Shopper bag , trust me!

You will long for the days mum and dad did the weekly food shop.

Check out the rest of our should bag collection here. 

Rule 4 - Fancy Dress

Load up on supplies of neon body paint because themed club

nights and society socials will take up the majority of your spare time.

Save any brightly coloured tops, plastic glasses and garish makeup

because you never know when they'll come in useful.

There will be bucket loads of 80s themed parties. Don't worry when

the occasion arises we have got you covered.

Check out our collection of brightly themed outfits here: Brights. 

Rule 5 - An Outfit a Night

You are more than likely going to have the most nights out you

have ever had in your life this fresher week, so you are going to

need shed loads of pretty outfits. Be prepared and stock up,

because god forbid you are wearing them same outfit as the

girl next door to you in halls!  Wear yours with a vintage twist.

Shop our New In Dresses collection here. 

Beam me up Hottie!

We love it when technology makes fashion more gorgeous and we are even more thrilled when we can sneak it into our vintage style dresses collection! Laser cutting is seriously hot right now and with brands like Self Portrait making sparks, it was only a matter of time before the High Street muscled in on the action.

Self-Portrait 

The glory of laser cutting is the intricate lace inspired patterns that can be created and the current trend of mounting these on nude layers add a seriously sexy overall look.

We have finally been able to introduce some pieces to our new season collection including this pretty spectacular laser cut black playsuit. Oh-so seventies with those bell sleeves and full of playful details, this 1970s style playsuit is a party dress alternative that will knock yours socks off.

If you are more of a classic chick, or are looking to imitate the current catwalk looks, then go for our lace prom dress in black or blue - these stunning vintage style prom dresses are still Mad Men gorgeous but that cut out detail and daring neckline, make these dresses one of the hottest styles we have ever stocks.

So, while you are dancing in those night club lasers, bring a little laser action to your vintage style dress too!

Shop our New In Collection Now!

See you at the funfair: candyfloss, lollipops and lemons

We're off to the fairground with these carnival style summer picks! Capturing the candy cool atmosphere of the funfair, the carousels and teacups, lollipops and circus themed rides, we're just set to experience the thrill! It may not be pennies for the rides anymore but our retro wonders are definitely taking us back to the good old days...

The longer days and nicer weather (okay, so we meant ten minutes of sun in-between downpours!) mean you can kit yourself out in kitch and ride that helter skelter in style! Our Gold Shell Clutch oozes the vintage glamour of those 1920s circus girls, paired with the Lucas Jack Gold Star Cuff and you'll be glittering with gold, flapper style. We know our Lemon Print Playsuit will look oh-so-cute at the coconut shy, and our Lolly Pop Print Prom Dress matches the sweet scent of cotton candy and will have the crowd oohing and aahing underneath the big wheel!

Flapper girl for a day: RMV does the movies

Our very own Marie recently took part as an extra in the filming of an independent project run by the production company Six O's Studio, where she spent the day masquerading as a flirty flapper! Located in a 1920s cafe beautifully named 'The Cafe Wisteria', the scene is set for hero Peter Pendragon to meet the love of his life, who also happens to be his nemesis...

Article from Moseley B13 Magazine

An array of fringing and feathers, glimmering sequins, twenties props and luxurious beading decorated the glorious scene. It was a lavish trip back in time to the opulent elegance of the jazz age, with every actor head-to-toe in Gatsby style glamour and the location adorned with all of the flapper era extravagance you could ever dream of. Our flapper dress and diamante clutch bag totally complimented the dazzling decadence of the scene.

You can find further information about Six O's Studio over on their Twitter. Check out photos from the day below...

This Wilbur and Gussie Edith Clutch adds that extra shimmer to our fringe flapper dresses

 

Headpieces by Nevermore Boutique

Photo by Matt Copplestone of MJC photography