When I was a kid growing up, my Mum always had an Ambrose Wilson catalogue. At the age of 9 or 10 I assumed that it was a catalogue for old peoples clothing. Now, before jumping on me for that one, I was a child and like most children think their parents are *really*…

Over the past few months I have purchased a couple of Joe Brown items from Ambrose Wilson including the amazing vintage style dotty dress which I have worn numerous times and is still available and a steal at just £20. This dress is such a dream to wear, stretchy jersey which fits and flatters…

In the past few years the choices of reproduction vintage garments have improved in both style and sizes. So many companies only went up to size 20-22 including some of the biggest brands (Collectif to name just one) and I admit I have both struggled to find items in my size AND drooled over…

Friday 8th May saw a very special Anniversary. On that day in 1945, the German Army offered a complete and unconditional surrender to the Allied Forces. Europe celebrated the end of World War II and peace started to reign. Now it is 75 years later and Europe are currently fighting a different kind of…

If you have seen many of my photographs, you will know that I have a wide collection of hair flower accessories. In the vintage world they are quite an integral part of the ‘look’. Worn at the side of Victory Rolls, at the back of Heidi Rolls or to accentuate a large brimmed hat,…