Vintage Weekend Extravaganza here we come! Yep it’s all happening in Dun Laoghaire this Sunday –for anyone who hasn’t seen previous posts or heard the goss check out http://www.VintageIreland.eu. And for those who like a touch of schwing with their shopping, the Dublindy Vintage Ball is back with a bang that very night!

From the lips of Dublindy: There will be pre-ball drinks in the Pavilion Bar from 8.30pm. Soak up the atmosphere, mark your dance card and be entertained by cute diversions. The Ball commences at 9.30pm with The Swingin Blue Cats setting the atmosphere with some high class jazz and swing tunes. The evening will be a whirlwind of fun, including wonderful cabaret. Carriages are at 1.30am.

Allow the infectious energy and oscillating rhythms of the Jazz Age to raise your spirits. Described as “constantly surprising”, immerse yourself in the exhilarating and electric atmosphere. There is fabulous entertainment lined up throughout the evening such as:

• Live band “The Swinging Blue Cats” enticing you onto the floor with a range of classic jazz, swing and lounge numbers.
• Bella a Go Go enchanting you with her exquisite Burlesque.
• The Vaudeville Vamps entertaining you with their high energy Charleston and jazz.
• The Top n Tail Harlequins mesmerising you with their wonderful wings.
• Saucy and humourous performance poetry.
• Synchronised swimming like you’ve never seen it before!
• Dancing to the great swing and retro sounds of the 1920’s – 50’s.
• Dress to impress and prove that it still don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing!
• Best dressed competition.

 

We’ll give you a head start in the comp girls…check out our stall at the fair for super discounts on our fab vintage dresses! x

 

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What an exciting ol time for us vintage-philes on our fair isle! Never has there been such a buzz around the vintage scene with Absolut Style at Set in Kilkenny this weekend, the Dublin Vintage Fair & Ball on April 18th and Easter fash-shenanigans at The Loft, love it!

We’ve been receiving lots of calls and enquiries thanks to a couple of recent press pieces. Firstly, a big shout out to the lovely Holly White whose fantastic Vintage article in last Sundays Independant Weekend magazine highlighted both vintage events and featured Perk Up in the shopping section, mucho thanks Holly! Check it out if you’ve got a copy, well worth a read. And if you happen to be a ‘Vogue’ girl, check out Perk Up on page 269 of the ‘Vintage Vogue’ directory, just like the infamous mag its got us feelin all bright and glossy! Some pics from both pieces below:

 

 

 

 

 

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Yes ladies we’re nearly there…bikini season or at least venturing out to the local pool season! Either way we’ve got to get our mitts on a flattering pair of bathers that wont make us run for duvet cover upon first sight of our well rounded curves. Voila -Popina Swimwear (formerly Poppi Swim & Sport) is a fabulous vintage swimwear line inspired by the past and the great women who wore them.

 

Flattering, fun and with a whole lot more support than the string bikinis we’ve gladly cut ties with – literally…Based in Portland, Oregon this retro Boutique offer Modest Bathing Suits, Vintage Inspired 1950′s Swimsuits, One Piece Bathing Suits, Retro Bikini Swimsuit Tops, Pin Up Tankini Swimsuits and flattering Bathing Suit Bottoms as well as select styles from the Jantzen Vamp swimwear range.

 

”Born from a vacation to the Mexican Riviera, one of the first swim suit styles was created because I could not find a fashionable swimsuit that fit and flattered. I have always had a passion for styling of the past (40’s and 50’s in particular) and the swimwear was no exception. Reaching back to those eras, I created styles with the influence of days gone by but with the modern convenience of today’s fabric innovations and bathing suit construction. What’s great about Popina Swimwear is that you can be active or just relax on the beach in style. You will find Popina Swimwear somewhere between the Copacabana of the 40’s and Ipanema today. ”

 

Pamela Levenson, Owner/Designer Popina Swimwear

 

Visit Popina to view their fabulous collection: www.popinaswimwear.com

 

 

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Again we bring you some beautiful shots of our collection taken by Nancy Pineda on various locations in Dublin.

All outfits can be found either online http://www.perkupvintage.com or in our seperate collection at The Loft Market

 

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The fabulous Dublin Vintage fair returns to the Royal Marine Hotel in Dun Laoghaire this April 18th, exactly one year after the inaugural fair was held in this very popular venue. Once again Perk Up will be there with plenty of amazing bargains from the 50s to the 80s, including our handmade retro jewellery with prices as low as 5 euros! We’re going to see another great line-up of stalls this year from all over Ireland and the UK selling everything from glam gunas, accessories, décor and surprises galore! Also some fantastic retro themed entertainment will be ongoing throughout the day.

 

Talented stylists Kiera Conlon and Cabrini McArdle will again be on hand giving individual makeovers to anyone looking for that sexy pin-up look, which will come in handy for those attending the ball! Yes, Dublindy are currently planning another vintage dance extravaganza for that Sunday night so the fun and glamour goes on and on!!

 

The Royal Marine Hotel are offering one night b&b at €55 pp sharing or 2 nights b&b plus evening meal for €169 pp sharing – request the Vintage Fair rate when booking

 

For more info or enquiries: http://www.VintageIreland.eu

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