April Showers

Bring May flowers!  Everyone knows that one, right? But what to do and what to wear when those showers can just pop out of nowhere and be gone in a matter of minutes?  Well, after the second ruined hair and wet dress, we decided to sit down and come up with some ideas, because we refuse to spend our April days running around in wellies and a plastic raincoat on the off chance it rains.

Pink Tulips bloom all over this this lovely spring themed skirt. A pink umbrella and platforms will keep the rain away from you and provide lovely accents to the skirt. We kept the top simple, with a flattering sweetheart neckline, and added flower-shaped earrings. What a beautiful way to welcome spring!

Dangerous kitty has no fear of bad hair days rocking this awesome bandana. We kept the colours to red and black, with skinny jeans and creepers giving you that old school slim silhouette, and a classical red top with swallows. The laser-cut kitty earrings and black bangles give it a bit more modern feel you can rock everywhere.

Cream Tea(l) has the teal dress taking centre stage, with the rest of the accessories serving only to accentuate the bright and strong colour and the flattering ladylike cut.  The matching ring gives an additional accent to the hands, and the lipstick is kept creamy and flesh-coloured.

Rain Jewel builds up on the black wiggle dress with deep rich ruby and emerald tones. No need to control you frizz when you can just wear a turban and let the rest of your hair be its glorious rain-kissed self, and when all eyes will be drawn to your deep ruby lips and the wiggle in your step!

What are your favourite pieces for spring?

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Verona Dress - Dragonfly

Dragonfly looks amazing in the Verona Dress by Lindy Bop & Alchemy Gothic jewellery.
Devil Heart Necklace by Alchemy Gothic.
Devil Heart Earrings by Alchemy Gothic.

Bardot Top - Martie Skirt - Silky

Silky looks amazing in the Bardot Top & Martie Skirt by Hell Bunny.
Earrings & Necklace from The Black Cat Jewellery Store.

Rock the Holidays in Style!

Suddenly it is December!  The Christmas countdown has begun and with less than 20 days to go we need a dress for every occasion.  Find the perfect style from our spectacular range of frocks to mix and mingle with old-school glamour. 

Treat yourself to the Birdy Carmine Red Dress  if you want an eye-catching outfit for the season,  printed with finches on black and white branches with pink blossoms and faux-tie collar with gold tone buttons. 

Kick start your holidays in the comfy June Rasberry Dress,  flattering seam lines, fabric covered buttons and pleats makes for classy and stylish social wear. 

Make a beeline for this Red Wine Polkadot Wiggle Dress  if you need something to wear straight to dinner after a busy day at the office. 

Get dressed for dancing in the Red Poppy Swing Dress with full circle 1950's style flared skirt, a fitted bodice & really cute small capped sleeves.

Rock around the clock in this gorgeous Ophelia Red Prom Swing Dress  with a sweetheart neckline and ruched bust panel along with a flared pocket skirt.  

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Swing it!

As colder weather sets in, you might find yourself reaching for trousers and tighter skirts, sighing as you pack away all your beautiful and playful swing skirts, leaving perhaps only one or two special occasion dresses.
We used to do that for years, until it occurred to us- why shouldn't winter be a swinging season? After all, we wear our wiggle dresses with opaque tights and boots, what's to stop us from doing the same with our swing dresses?  This year we decided to keep our swing dresses where they belong, and paired them with strong, bold colours to chase away the winter gloom.

Hot cakes features one of our favourite dresses, and the moment we thought about the perfect match for it, we knew everything had to be hot pink!  Yum!

This next dress just made us think of mint-crisp winter mornings and hot orange tea our grandma used to make. We added spicy tights and and a fresh cardigan, but we kept the booties a little more sensible, so grandma won't disapprove ;)

But it's not just dresses that have that special swing to them! Skirts can be just as versatile and just as comfy to wear in the winter!  A gentle pink can be paired with greys for a romantic wintry feel without going into drab colouring or looking too childish.  We added bolder pink makeup to this pastel coloured skirt and mixed our shades of grey to give the outfit a grown up, sophisticated feel.

It usually takes us a bit of time until we fall in love with Lady Winter all over again.  But when we rediscover our love, we like to celebrate it! You'll be a proper Ice Queen in this black and icy blue outfit,  but the hot red lips hint at the burning fires beneath your cool exterior!

How do you feel about winter? Do you prefer to spend it  with a hot drink by the fireplace, or are you out chasing snow flakes?

Halloween hollerin'

For some gals Halloween is a chance to show their true colours, while for others it is a time to be someone they admire or just to dress up as someone or something fun.

But where do you find that perfect Halloween outfit?
The choices are plenty when you are a child- almost every supermarket carries a selection of masks and costumes, and as most of them will be covered in candy and dirt by the end of the night, quality isn't really an issue.  But as you grow older, your taste starts to change. You want your costume to fit better, the style to flatter your figure more and you want to look and feel special. Costume rental shops, where available, will probably have something you might like, and the most popular costume choices can be found online in a wide range of styles and prices.

The best costumes, however, are those you design yourself, as they reflect your personality and creativity. To help you on your way, we have created a few suggestions and offer our own twist on these Halloween favourites!

She's my witch! features the Ophelia dress in black, guaranteed to flatter every figure. Ward off those autumn chills with a faux fur shrug, and make sure not to forget your hat! And since all witches need a black cat, we decided on a pair of kitten heels and a mooncat pendant.

Aye aye captain! is a nautical inspired set for the lady who takes the ship's wheel firmly into her own hands. We paired the anchored skirt with nautical inspired jewelry and a bold red top to show who's really in charge!

All heads turn when this Gunslinger girl wiggles into the saloon!
We were inspired by all those Sunday morning westerns we watched while growing up, and wanted to make a female version of all those tough cowboy cookies!

This Rebel rebel girl  feels more comfortable in a pair of pants than a petticoat! Your style is sharp and your heels crush hearts! Anyone would be lucky to get to ride off with you into the night!

Who wants to be a princess when you can be a Scream queen? wear your B movies with pride and don't be afraid to go all out! This outfit is definitely not for the faint of heart, or those who don't like the attention!

Ready to Wear Rockabilly Fashion

There is always a little more room in our closet for versatile styles that are ready to wear,  a Wiggle Dress is every girls secret weapon as it suits super skinny or lusty curves and flatters no matter what!

Lindy Bop's  Vanessa Navy Wiggle Dress gives the illusion of longer legs with its dainty polkadot print, skims your hips and thighs creating curves in all the right places and the ruched sweetheart neckline line adds just enough detail for a simply charming look.  

Wear your hair up in an elegant bun or down with soft curls , team with gorgeous makeup, nail colour and  accessories including skyscraper heels (we are loving the Ladder Up Faux Suede navy ones pictured  from US site GoJane.com) and delicate swallow necklace and studs as well as a contrasting belt for a streamlined feel. 

Heading out in the cold, then the Angeline Burgundy Coat by Hell  Bunny is just what you need to cover up, available from our sister site www.the-gothic-shop.co.uk,  this warm wool-look fabric is tailored with a black faux fur contrasting high collar and black crocheted lace frill and a bow while the cuffs are also trimmed with fur.

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