We all know I’m an absolute sucker for the 1940s. It’s
something I talk about regularly on my Instagram (I'm sure you're all sick of it), I have literally lists full
of 1940’s accessories, hats, sewing patterns and clothes on my etsy. I also
hunt regularly for 1940’s style clothing coming from my favourite repro brands.
I’d been eyeing off the Lana dress for well…ever. So recently, after parting
ways with some gorgeous items I no longer wear, I took the plunge and snapped
up the gorgeous Lana dress from Vivien of Holloway.
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| Hat ~ True Vintage 1940s from Poppycock Vintage on Etsy Earrings ~ Pastel Pink Eclipse earrings from Revere Folie Beads ~ Pastel pink necklace from Debstar Designs Brooch ~ Pastel Pink Pamela from Daisy Jean Floral Designs Dress ~ Lana dress in Ash Peach Floral from Vivien of Holloway Belt ~ Brown belt from Kmart Shoes ~ Peggy heels in brown from Royal Vintage Shoes |
I ordered my Lana dress direct from Vivien of Holloway and
it arrived safely in my hands within 10 business days. The Lana dress is made
of a lightweight polyester which is surprisingly comfortable and breathable,
even in our humid Australian conditions which I am sure will make it a perfect
summer staple for me. The Lana dress features a dramatic collar which for me oozes
elegance as well as shoulder pads. This is my first garment to have shoulder
pads in it and I must say, I love the effect it has on the overall fit of the
garment. As a gal who has smaller rounded shoulders this dress really changes
my shape in a dramatic way to look more like an hourglass than a pear.
The Lana dress is slightly longer in length than a lot of my
50’s stuff, but I think this is pretty common for 1940’s styles. The back is kept
smooth, with the zip hidden in the side and the bonus that the head opening is
wide enough to not destroy ones hair and makeup efforts when getting dressed. The
zip is a regular zip, which means no epic battling as I often find I end up having
with invisible zips, something that seems to always happen to me when I’m
already running late for work! It also features pockets, which I didn't know until it arrived! They're pretty substantial too, meaning they are practical and not just for show.
I got the size 18 to accommodate for my hips, though it is a
bit big in the bust for me so I do end up having to wear a very padded bra to
help fill it out. The Ash Peach Floral print is absolutely gorgeous in person and a
classic pattern without being too overbearing. However, if it isn’t for you
they also come in a few different prints as well as solid block colours too.
The Lana retails for £99.00 which equates to around $167AUD + postage,
though this does fluctuate a bit with the Australian dollar. I know mine was
snapped up when the dollar was a bit stronger and I’m glad I did.
I hope you've all enjoyed this review and I'm sorry its taken so long to get out. I've been having some issues recently with blogger not posting or wiping my scheduled content (which is incredibly annoying!)
Til next time darlings
I love your Lana dress, looks really beautiful on you! Love your hat and shoes as well! I had to get my Lana dress altered between the bust and waist, because of it being too big. :)
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