One door closes and another one is about to open!

Hey,
Well what a fab festival week we have had in Arundel. So many new faces and a great response to our new The Vintage Room - Something for the Guys! We could hardly keep up with all you cool chaps jostling for our Harris Tweeds. Lots of familiar faces popped in to wish us well, which was great.
No doubt Hem will fill you in with lots of photographs and happenings over the last 10 festival days.

My one and oh- so cringe memory from this Festival will be when I talked the guys who barricade & close the roads on the Weekend Festival Days into letting me through, as I was late! Well after batting my eye lashes and pleading pathetically they let me through. Great I was on my way, until I turned the corner (no way back) and to my horror they had tables and chairs all over the road! Lots of lovely couples and families enjoying Coffee & Croissants in the sunshine. There was nothing left for me to do, I had to ask them all to move a little so I could squeeze my Mercedes Estate through to Nineveh House. Two kindly (as it turned out) policemen came to see who had caused all the commotion down the road, it did not help that my work colleagues at Nineveh were begging them to arrest me, charming! To anyone who was present and had there morning coffee interrupted I sincerely apologize.

The search is on for all our Goodwood outfits now, we have had to step up quickly with the demand for original 1940's outfits. Some really great outfits have been created, we really are looking forward to seeing them at Goodwood, looking Fine! Also, quite a lot of 60's too with fab little mini dresses and boots. Oh it is soooo exciting!

The chaps are also getting in to gear  too. Excuse the pun but with all you suave chaps in RAF no. 1 uniforms or spived up in your whistle and flute it is enough to make a girl swoon.

We are getting in more hats and coats as well as more fur wraps and strolls for those who require them.
Now that the summer is drawing to an end, (no I am not really crying, it is just a little sniffle)
The Vintage Rooms will be changing it's stock,  to reflect the chillier times we are to expect now. Actually, I love all those little jackets and boots , how I just love Boots! So there is reason to be in good spirits, as they say 'There is Always a Silver Lining'.
Be Happy.

Love
Elaine x

Roll Up, Roll Up The Vintage Room - Something for The Guys is Here!

In General, Life if full of busy events. Places to be, People to see & ofcourse Vtg Shopping! Here at The Vintage Room, it is no exception! From the minute someone shouts 'Festival Season Begins!' We are on a Wild Goose Chase! Stock to buy, promotions to do and not forgetting Blogging! ( Even if it is slightly late! - Sorry! ) Lets not dwell on past dates though, instead let me tell you about the Up & Coming Vtg Festivals!

The Arundel Festival kicked off last Weekend, which was Fabulously Fun! Great weather, Great events & a Great Boutique! This weekend is the last for the 10 day Festival, and it will be Bigger then ever! Not only is the festival Hip & Happening, but we are launching Arundel's 2nd Vintage Boutique! That's Right, on Sunday 28th August, we are officially launching The Vintage Room - Something for The Guys! A stylish yet quirky boutique specializing in Mens Vintage Clothes, Shoes, Silverware & much more! Oh and Antiques! Changing from our sister shop 'Romeo Antiques' We could not let it go completely! The boutique is allocated directly across from the original 'The Vintage Room' upstairs at Nineveh House, Arundel, Tarrant Street. To celebrate the Launch, you are welcome to a 10 % discount in the Gentlemens boutique, providing the mention of the Blog or of one of these posters!

If that's not enough, then here is a exclusive Sneak-Preview of what The Vintage Room - Something for the Guys, has on offer! If you want a Noel Coward look, then why not consider a 1950's Tweed Smoking Jacket. Or going to Goodwood? Then maybe an 1930's RAF uniform is more up your street! From Humphrey Bogart to Jimi Hendrix, we have your style! Every Mans wardrobe should have a piece of The Vintage Room! Style yet Quirky!

 

So come to Arundel for Some Vintage Fever! The Festival sadly draws to and end on Bank Holiday Monday, however that is sure to be packed to the brim of Excitement & Fun! The discount lasts until the 31st, so Hurry!

After we say a Big Farewell Goodbye to the Arundel Festival until next year, The Vintage Room's focus, is Solely on the up and coming event of any Vintage year.......... ( Guessed yet ? ) Ok, I'll give you a clue or two, everyone is head to toe in Vtg particularly 1940's to 60's gear. Ok it's.......  (Still don't know?) Ok, Motor Vehicles anyone? That's right The Good Revival is Back with The Vintage Room's name on it! This year it is Bigger and Better than ever! It's truly a magical step back in time, and there is no better way than to do it in style with us! From now to then, it will be all about the Goodwood! Our tips, best buys, promotions & sooo much more! It's like no other event. I do not feel like I'm going to a festival 'based' on 'the olden days' yet in a blink of the eye, I'm back in that very special Vintage era! So come and have the Ultimate Vintage Fun! Check it out! --->http://www.goodwood.co.uk/revival/welcome.aspx There is soo much Terrific Fun to have on the 16th to 18th September 2011! We'll Keep you up to date Vtg Festival Lovers!


Well, it's sad when any post comes to an end, but The Arundel Festival won't go out with a Bang on its own! Bye for now from The Vintage Room & ofcourse The Vintage Room - Something for the Guys!

Almost forgot my Good friend......


One should either be a work of art or wear a work of art.- Oscar Wilde

Let The Arundel Festival Commence!

As the sun is shining, children are playing and the birds are chirping; here at The Vintage Room, we are getting ready for Arundel Festival! Yesterday, marked exactly a week until the fun kicks-off! An annual 10 day event, packed FULL with different activities and entertainment. Celebrating the beauty of Arundel and the community with in it. There is so much to see and is a key town for tourists. The Arundel castle, Swanbourne Lake and the Antiques shops, are just a few great places to visit in Arundel. Every year the Jubilee Gardens, hosts great bands playing in a picturesque area, for free for everyone to enjoy, which is throughout both weekends.  At Earl Gardens in the castle grounds, the GB Theatre company puts on  two of Shakespeare's classics. This year it is the quirky Twelfth Night, and of course the truly romantic Romeo and Juilet. Thats not all, but inside the castle, in the Baron's Hall, returning for another year is Candlelight Opera, who will be presenting Don Pasquale. In various houses, buildings, shops and galleries, art can be found! The community can volunteer to showcase their hidden talents and can be up for purchase. It's great to wander round Arundel and visit people's homes to view their collections. There is so many Fab things on offer in Arundel, but the best would have to be the last evening. A fireworks extravaganza! Whether  you are viewing from the castle grounds, or lying on the greenery, it is a site not to be missed!  It's not just a spectacular view, but a great atmosphere. Everyone is relaxed and chilled out, and not forgetting the champagne, that is sure to make any evening! This year is bigger than ever. Not just on the last night, but throughout the bank holiday weekend you can hire a hot air balloon! The beauty you would see! The lush green fields, the architecture of the buldings and Swanbourne lake should not be missed; and what a great way to do so!  See Arundel in full! To find out how to hire a hot air balloon, or to see what is on, visit the website here...http://www.arundelfestival.co.uk/index.html 

 

In the midst of the Fun, lies are exquisite, flamboyant, daring boutique! Throughout the festival, posters will be all on display, leaflets will be distributed, and offers will be promoted for our boutique. We will keep you peeled with news of The Vintage Room, throughout this week, and update you on key events whilst the festival happens! 

If you are going to an evening of opera at the castle, then come to The Vintage Room for the perfect outfit! We have divine 1930's 40's 50's 60's gowns that will make the evening superb, and you feel like you have stepped back in time! The right accessories make the outfit, which we have a huge collection of!  From White 1960's evening gloves to 1950's Dior earrings. Whatever you want we have it, and if unsure or looking for something specific leave a comment, or find us on Twitter and Facebook.

Going down to the Hip, Loose Jubilee Gardens to enjoy the fab music? Then find our festival gear in our boutique! The clothes are hippie and chic, that will get you in the groove! Match it with one of our 1970's headpieces and your at Woodstock!

Lets hope the weather is beautiful, but if not then you can find leather 1970's boots at the boutique along with 1960's leather jackets, to make it easier for you to go treading through SwanBourne Lake! Whilst ofcourse looking Hip & Happening!

Get your Groove on, and come down to Nineveh House in Tarrant Street. Find The Vintage Room upstairs. Classic & Chic, Hip & Happening Fashion! Thats what we're all about. As always, the festival is sure to be a huge success, and this year is bigger than ever. So look your best, and come Vintage Hunting in our boutique!

To all Vintage Vultures, we'll see you there. 

19th - 29th

August

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Bye from The Vintage Room and... Mano Blahnik x

“About half my designs are controlled fantasy, 15 percent are total madness and the rest are bread-and-butter designs.”
Manolo Blahnik

Welcome to The Vintage Room

Vintage Fans everywhere, The Vintage Room welcomes you to our blog! From this day forward, we will enlighten all Vintage Vultures, who are eager to find the best buy, style and information on specific eras! 

Vintage is all about the essence of the past, which we embrace! As Summer is among us, a lot of Festivals take place, with our name on it! We've recently come back from Vintage at Southbank; which rose to fashion fame, after the huge success at Goodwood (which we were apart of!) It's great to travel around to key Vintage festivals and meet people who adore the past decades, just like us. Met great people, and had great fun! Personally, I dressed to impress! Along with our gentlemans specialist, we had many photos taken of us! Look out for us, I was dressed head to toe, in 1950's fashion. Aquascutum made the outfit! Topped with the neccessary key, accessories, and boy does it take time to find the right sunglasses! I must say, having all them photo's taken for guitar campaigns, fashion magazines & blogs (would you believe it!) was partly due to how fab my hair looked, courtesy of Urban Retreat! 1950s up-do made the outfit  come together! If you are ever near Harrods, go to Urban Retreat, and see Carlos; however they are all Top professionals, so you can't go wrong. He creates a masterpiece with hair, its more than art, its beauty. Our gentlemans specialist wore original  RAF dessert uniform. Someone wanted to buy the jacket of his back, and came to our stall with cash in his hand, but like any vintage vulture, our guy, held on strong to his gear.  Like a true trooper he did not let it turn his head.

In about a week times, the Arundel Festival kicks off! Full of fun, live music, antiques and not forgetting Vintage fashion! Plenty of free things to get you in the enjoyable mood, whilst being surrounded by picturesque scenery. To the build up, we will keep you posted with offers and news. Sure to be a great success, and come and find us!

Well, would you believe it, the first blog, done & dusted. Expect vtg fun and mayhem, plus much more! Keep with us, we aim to please.

I'll leave you in the capable hands of Christian Dior, bye for now from The Vintage Room x

It's not money that make you well-dressed it's understanding.- Christian Dior