Vintage Clothing
This part of the site is where we list the growing number of vintage inspired jewellery, clothing, shoes, and accessories from a variety of suppliers who have taken inspiration from the designs of yesteryear to create retro style fashion items of today.
For example, there's some lovely tops and dresses in retro inspired patterns and prints. Then there are Rockabilly dresses, skirts, petticoats, pumps, and heels, and there's a line of goth and vampish womenswear. Also, there are some men's polos, and women's tops as well as skinny jeans.
Then there's some jewellery that would easily compliment an outfit inspired by the 1950s or 1960s by virtue of its flowers, insects, and peace symbols.
A selecton of retro clothing and jewellery
'The Rhine Valley', BR poster, c 1980s.
Poster produced for British Rail (BR) to advertise their Inter-City services to the Rhine Valley, Germany. Illustrated with a castle surrounded by a wood and a train speeding by. Printed by Xeniacrest Ltd.
'Isle of Man - Pleasure Island', poster, 1923-1947.
Isle of Man Government Board of Advertising poster designed by Norman Wilkinson.
COLLECTIF 60s Mariella Long Coat Black
New collection! 60s Mariella Long Coat Black from Collectif. The new autumn / winter collection of Collectif has its inspiration from the elegant fashion of the late fifties, beginning sixties. Beautiful fifties inspired A line coat in black made from a fine boucle fabric. Super soft fake fur in creme. The collar can be buttoned up, very comfy in windy weather. Elegant detailing are the handmade buttons. So feminine! Also in burgundy.
'The Broads Wherryman', LNER poster, 1931.
Poster produced for the London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to promote rail travel to the east coast of England. This was the first in a series called 'East Coast Types', which illustrated the types of people frequently encountered during holidays on the east coast. Artwork by Frank Newbould (1887-1951), who studied at Bradford College of Art and joined the War Office in 1942. He designed posters for the LNER, GWR (Great Western Railway), Orient Line and Belgian Railways. Dimensions: 1016 mm x 635 mm.
Roman gold and emerald necklace
Roman gold and emerald necklace. Necklace composed of seven hexagonal emerald beads set on a gold chain. The links are flat, figures-of-eight shaped and attached to the beads by straight pieces of gold wire threaded through beads and then twisted through the main link. The emeralds are thougth to have come from Egypt.
'The Royal Scot in America', LMS poster, 1933.
Poster produced for the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to advertise that their trains had toured America. Illustrated with a sepia photograph of the Royal Scot and the Broadway Limited at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Printed by S C Allen & Company Ltd, London. Dimensions: 1010mm x 1270mm.
'Greenisland Viaducts', LMS poster, 1923-1947.
Poster produced for London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to advertise the Greenisland Loop Line in Country Atrim, Northern Ireland. The Greenisland Loop Line, which opened in 1934, was constructed to eliminate the necesity of trains to and from Belfast and stations in the North running via Greenisland. The line was approximately 3 miles in length. The Main Line Viaduct was the largest reinforced concrete viaduct in the British Isles. Artwork by Norman Wilkinson, who studied art at Portsmouth and Southsea Schools of Art. A famous marine painter, he designed posters for several railways and organised the Royal Academy series of posters for the London & Midlands Railway (LMR) in 1924.
Hell Bunny PokerFace 50s Dress
The Hell Bunny Pokerface Dress is a 50s halterneck dress with a full circle swing skirt. The dress is black with an all over print of playing cards and dice. Made from a stretchy cotton/spandex mix and with an elastic smocked panel in the back, this bodice will fit snug to your shape. The chunky black belt around the waist completes the dress and breaks up the pattern well. This dress looks amazing with a Hell Bunny 25" petticoat underneath, as shown in the pictures. The model is wearing a black petticoat but this dress looks just as good with a white one. Choose a Hell Bunny Petticoat when prompted with this dress and save £4 (£27.99 instead of £31.99)
'Spring into Hoilday Happiness at Blackpool', LMS poster, 1923-1947.
Poster produced for London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to promote spring holiday rail travel to Blackpool, Lancashire. The poster shows an illustration of a man in a suit bouncing over Blackpool Tower. Artwork by an unknown artist. Dimensions: 1015 mm x 635 mm.
COLLECTIF Rose Coat Classic navy sailor
New collection! Rose Coat Classic navy sailor from Collectif. Their new autumn / winter collection has its inspiration from the elegant fashion of the late fifties, beginning sixties. This classic coat will never go out of style. Made of a wooly soft warm fabric in dark blue. The white satin piping and white sailor buttons gives it a retro sailor style! Fitted at the waist and wider at the hips: very flattering! Lined with an edgy rockabilly print satin. Also in red.
'Holidays at Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea', MR poster, 1923-1947.
Midland Railway poster; 'Holidays at Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea mean Health and Happines'.
Jean Shrimpton
Jean Shrimpton frontal view with black necklace, photo John French (1907-66). London, England, 1960's.
'Scotland - East Coast Route', LNER poster, 1926.
London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) poster advertising illustrated travel booklets for holidays in Scotland. Artwork by Frank Newbould.
COLLECTIF Ahoy Coat Classic navy sailor
New collection! Ahoy Coat Classic navy sailor from Collectif. Their new autumn / winter collection has its inspiration from the elegant fashion of the late fifties, beginning sixties. This classic coat will never go out of style. Made of a wooly soft warm fabric in dark blue. The white piping and whide large collar gives it a retro sailor style! Nice detail are the handmade big blue buttons. Ahoy!
'Silloth on the Solway', LNER poster, 1932.
London & North Eastern Railway poster advertising 'Finest Seaside Golf', showing a woman taking a golf shot on sand dunes. Artwork by Stanislaus Brien.
STOP STARING! 40s Ruby Red dress
New collection! The 40s Ruby Red dress by Stop Staring! This fantastic dress is demure, sexy and classic! Another great style by Stop Staring! Made of a quality 4-way stretch, soft to the touch and comfortable as ever in classy red. Contrast is an interesting stripe sheer soft fabric. Very 1940's because of the ruching on the classic square neckline and vintage like sleeves. Square neckline features bow accents. Waist is fitted, perfect for cinching in all waist sizes. Features sash belt that can be tied in front for a cutesy look, or back for a classier look. Hips are fitted and skirt flares out towards bottoms. Dress zips at the back. Perfect for day or night! Stop Staring! is one of the most exclusive retro labels available, be pleasantly surprised by the high quality and great fit!
'Troon', MR/GSWR poster, c 1910.
Poster produced by Midland Railway (MR) and Glasgow & South Western Railway (GSWR) to promote rail travel to the holiday resort of Troon, South Ayrshire, Scotland. The poster shows a lady golfer on Troon's famous golf course, and the text beneath the picture advertises the area's six golf courses, sandy beach and other attractions. Artwork by J Y Wright.
'Gracie Fields on the East Coast', LNER poster, 1935.
Poster produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote monthly return tickets to the holiday destinations of Britain's East Coast, showing the comedienne and singer Gracie Fields (1898-1979) with two toddlers at the beach. Fields was born in Lancashire and progresed, via revues and pantomime, to become one of the country's most popular music-hall performers, affectionately known as 'Our Gracie'. Artwork by an unknown artist.
'Holidays at Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea', MR poster, 1923-1947.
Midland Railway poster; 'Holidays at Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea mean Health and Happines'.
'Woodhall Spa', LNER poster, 1923-1930.
Poster produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote rail travel to Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire,. The poster shows holidaymakers relaxing under the trees, with the spa baths and pump room seen in the background. Woodhall Spa was originally an Edwardian town, founded on spa waters discovered on the Lincolnshire heathland in the 19th century. It became a fashionable holiday destination with many large, grand hotels. Artwork by Howard K Elcock.
'Lapland - Sweden', Swedish Railways poster, c 1970s.
Poster produced for the Swedish Railways to promote Lapland as a holiday destination, and showing view over mountains and lake with train winding through the countryside. Printed in Sweden by Wiking Lito.
'The Western Highlands', LNER poster, 1923-1947.
Poster produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) promoting the 'The Holiday Handbook' and illustrating a bridge over a rocky river. Artwork by John Mace.
EMMY 40s Winter Wonder A line coat Black wool
Exclusive Emmy limited collection in the Netherlands only at TopVintage available! The 40s Winter Wonder Coat Black wool. This fantastic vintage inspired coat inspired by emmy's own best vintage treasure from the 40's, this carefully constructed A-line coat will make you look feminine and shapely even in the freezing cold! The shaped bodice and flared skirt mark the waist, which makes your figure look longer and leaner. The coat has many vertical cuts to create the best possible fit. The length of the coat is between the knee and the ankle to prevent cold air from sneaking in above your boots - and to make you look glamourous of course! It has a dress collar that can be closed for maximum warmth. Decoration buttons at a strap detail in the back holds the removable belt. It has concealed side pockets, puffy pleated shoulders, and pleats at the back of the skirt to create extra volume. There is a square-shaped cut in the neck at back. The coat has thick polyester lining and a half moon shaped fabric piece in contrasting material in the back. Made of high quality 100% wool in black with a perfect finish and produced in Europe. This timeless coat is a fabulous addition to your wardrobe and an investment that will last for years! Also available in Vintage Red and Iceblue.
That's Entertrainment! Everyone should Train for the Stage', BR poster, c 1970s.
Poster produced for British Rail, promoting 'Theatre and Concert Rail Club' excursions to London, showing an intercity locomotive, with crowds of theatre- goers and the lights and billboards of London's West End theatres in the background. Nelson's Column is seen in the distance. Designed and printed by Dewynters Ltd, London.
EMMY 40s Girly Swirlie swing coat Sky blue wool
Exclusive Emmy collection in the Netherlands only at TopVintage available! The 40s Girly Swirlie swing coat sky blue wool. This fantastic vintage inspired coat is perfect over your flouncy skirts and dresses, or just with skinny pants and a pair of high heel boots! We were inspired by a vintage 40's coat but added a 60's swing skirt to create a younger and cheekier look!The shaped bodice and full swing skirt mark the waist which enhances your womanly shape. The bodice has many vertical cuts to create the best possible fit. Decoration buttons at a strap detail around the waist. It has concealed side pockets, puffy pleated shoulders and a dress collar that can be closed for maximum warmth. Made of high quality 100% wool in cool iceblue/greyish color with a perfect finish and produced in Europe. This timeless coat is a fabulous addition to your wardrobe and an investment that will last for years!
'The English Lakes', LMS poster, 1923-1947.
The English Lakes', LMS poster, 1923-1947. Poster produced for the London Midland & Scottish Railway to advertise their service to The Lake District, showing a view over a lake and mountains. Artwork by Welsh.
'Nottingham Castle', LMS poster, 1924.
London Midland & Scottish Railway poster advertising Nottingham as 'the centre of mediaeval England'. Artwork by Arnesby Brown (1866-1955).
Le Culte des Negres: 18th century
Le Culte des Negres (The Worship of the negroes). Etching. Exterior scene of a village in a forest with palm trees, huts constructed from wood, straw roofs. African men and women are depicted dressed in cloth skirts, wearing beaded necklaces and earrings, and small children are naked. Some men offer fruit and worship an statue of a horned man. The animals depicted include chickens, a pig and an elephant. An idyllic view where the scene implies fertility and plenty with food and children in happy abundance. The view fits with mid-18th century ideas of Africa as a lost 'Eden'.
Horse-drawn London & North Western Railway delivery van, c 1920.
Poster produced for the London & North Western Railway (L&NWR), showing a horse-drawn L&NWR parcel van, marked with the words 'Parcels Collected and Conveyed for All Parts of the United Kingdom and Abroad', and emblazoned with an advertisement for holidays in North Wales.
A 'poster parade' of Ealing suffragettes: 20th century
A 'poster parade' of Ealing suffragettes. This postcard shows a 'poster parade' by a group of suffragettes wearing sandwich boards printed in purple, white and green, the suffragette colours, to advertise a demonstration to be held on Ealing Common on 1 June 1912. This was one of a series of weekly demonstrations held on the common to show public demand for women's suffrage, or votes for women.
