Fabulous Flappers and Luscious Lamé

The opulence of silk lamé perfectly embodies the decadence of the 1920s. At 21st Century Vamp we have a unique and breathtaking selection of lamé pieces in gold, silver, florals and prints.

    

1920s Silver Lamé Orchid Print Flapper Dress

There is a timeless allure to these metallic flapper dresses. They sparkle and catch the light beautifully with their real metal threads. 

1920s Egyptian Revival Flapper Dress in Gold Lamé

The quality of the textiles and the attention to detail in their creation are unsurpassed and only equalled by high end couture houses today. Unique luxury.

1920s Flapper Dress in Butterfly Print Gold Lamé

One of the more unusual pieces is this rare 1930s, labelled Harvey Nichols gown. Made from an exceptional printed and woven chiffon lamé, with gold lamé lace cuffs, and wired stand-up collar. Other design details to note are the ruched and gathered hips and the numerous covered buttons. It would make a gorgeous vintage wedding dress.

1930s Harvey Nichols Lamé Gown

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Rare Vintage. Marcelle Alix.

Once in a while you find what can only be described as a dream dress. Labelled Marcelle Alix gowns are a true rarity. Marcelle Alix Couture traces its roots back to Germaine Émilie Krebs, otherwise known as Madame Grès, renowned for her fabulous draped and pleated grecian gowns.

                   

RARE Marcelle Alix Couture, labelled gown. Circa 1940s

This gown is a true reflection of the design style of Grès. Marcelle Alix produced collections that were influenced by that magical touch, with the use of yards of jersey fabric, intricately pleated and draped. This gown has numerous hooks and eyes, and press studs to secure and wrap the gown about the wearer. 

Marcelle Alix Gown : yards of draping.

Marcelle Alix ; more of that hallmark pleating

For more examples why not visit our Pinterest board about Marcelle Alix and related designs. There are more links to the few Marcelle Alix designs that have come up for auction, and also to the Marcelle Alix gown in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Marcelle Alix : Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Welcome to 21st Century Vamp!

New name. The same high quality. 21st Century Vamp more accurately describes our brand. Our love of early 20th century fashion is reflected in the Vintage clothing we carefully select and the Vintage inspired handmade pieces we design. We love Jazz Age fashion so expect to find beautiful 1920s dresses, Art Deco purses, Flapper headpieces and more. And of course not forgetting fabulous Assuit Tulle bi Telli. We aim to bring you the glamour and style of a past age in stunning garments and accessories that have a timeless beauty and luxury so you can indulge your inner Vamp!

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