Spring Photoshoot

We had a fantastic photo-shoot with Anna Fur Laxis and the wonderful photographer, Katie Tarrant, for our new spring line. These dresses are flying off the rails! With the gorgeous weather approaching isn't it time you snapped one up too?



You can see more photographs from the shoot on our Myspace page.

The London Burlesque Festival

The London Burlesque Festival starts tomorrow, so grab some tickets quick!

The London Burlesque Festival exposes Londoners as well as Burlesque connoisseurs across the Globe to over 100 of the World's Best Burlesque Strip Tease & Variety Acts every year, ranging from the nostalgic traditional style of Burlesque's early years to 50's 'Bump and Grind' as well as modern avant-garde interpretations that are growing in popularity with Neo Burlesque's younger set.

If you are planning on attending this event, you can look the part in one of our sexy pencil skirts or wiggle dresses!

Several showcases of sultry song, sizzling strip tease, vaudeville variety and Burlesque pageantry at it's best takes place April 1-2-3-4-5. Full performer & event schedule is now confirmed HERE.

Brand New Items

We have some fantastic new editions to our store; first is our brand new 1940s red satin Jezebel blouse.

The elegant fabric means that it can be worn in the daytime to spice up any outfit, or in the evening for some vintage hollywood glamour. They go perfectly with our sexy pencil skirts or for an authentic 1940s outfit, you can wear them with our chic 40s trousers.

It has slightly puffed sleeves which adds structure to the shoulders, a contrasting piping which runs across the yoke, pocket and cuffs. It also has 6 darts across the front to give a more tailored fit to your gorgeous body!

There are three beautiful colours to choose from: crimson red, burgundy and black.



Secondly, we have some wonderful new additions to our line of boleros. Each bolero has a matching dress so you can complete your look head-to-toe. They finish just above the waist to accentuate those bombshell curves! We have added some fun patterns and also more luxurious satin fabrics.

New 1940s Dresses

For all of you lovers of floral dresses we have finally listed all our fabulous 1940s floral dresses.
They are perfect to wear as a day dress and for more glamorous events as well. You could wear them to Goodwood or Ascot, and even to the fantastic Twinwood Festival that is coming up in August.

They have the right 40s vintage style with a sarong cut and a bit of a puffed shoulder to give more shape, and are made from a Crepe de Chine fabric that never creases.
The more exotic fabrics are ideal for a wedding on the beach; and are the favorite designs of our designer Vivien.

As you can see on our model, they give you a sexy feminine silhouette that suits any shape.


For more fabric options, take a look at our online store.

Springtime Selection

With the spring fast approaching there is no better time to snap up one of our beautiful 1950s style floral halterneck dresses and petticoat or a sexy wiggle dress from our new springtime collection. You could wear it for a glamorous picnic in the park, a fun day out with friends, and even at Ascot's Ladies Day for the races!
You pin-up bombshells and burlesque diva's will shine like a star in our new spring prints.

Gorgeous New Strap Skirts And Trousers

We have got some new super sexy strap skirts and trousers in stock for you, with tons of colours and patterns to choose from. The glamorous 1950s strap pencil skirts are high waisted and falls below the knee, which creates a gorgeous womanly silhouette. You can get them in some very cute tartans and dogtooth patterns, plus a variety of eye-catching colours.

The chic 1940s strap trousers are also high waisted, they have a front crease and a small turn-up for maximum style. My favourite is the navy pair, I just love those contrasting white buttons! 

Take a look at our online shop for some more fabrics, and for an even BIGGER choice of both items, pop down to our shop at:

The Arches,

49 Kentish Town Road,

London NW1 8NX

We are open Tuesdays - Saturdays 10am-6pm (Closed Sunday & Monday)

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