The 12 Days of Christmas - Miss Alice Donnelly

I am a young nurse in the making with a penchant for tattoos and red lipstick. When I’m not being a nurse, I love to show off my teeny weeny waist in clothes of the 40s, 50s and 60s. My icons include Dita Von Teese, Marlene Dietrich and Frida Kahlo. Strawberry milkshake and fried chicken is my staple diet.

The roots of my love for the vintage style stems from when I moved to London to study. Inspired by the masses of culture here in the capital of England, I decided that I needed a change. I started pin curling my hair, wearing bright red lipstick and wearing dresses so tight I had to waddle down the street (seductively, of course!) I am constantly learning new things about the vintage look everyday through social media sites such as Tumblr and Instagram and also through vintage-style blogs. 

 What I couldn’t live without in my day-to-day life:

• Lipstick (in case you hadn't guessed)
• Vintage clothes - anything from wiggle dresses, to swing skirts to high-waist capris!
• Eyeliner flicks (they are never perfect, and never will be. It is all part of the charm).
• Curled hair - My hairstyle of choice is the page, as shown below.

The 12 Days of Christmas - Fifi Von Fosse

"In the July heatwave of '94, Sophie Elizabeth was brought into this world with joy in her heart and music in her soul. 20 years later, her vintage vixen of an alter ego -Fifi Von Fosse- brings the same joyfulness and musicality to a small suburb in North London, spreading her mid-century magic wherever she goes (which is mainly the local charity shops).

A lingerie consultant by day and an enthralling songstress by night, Fifi takes inspiration from women such as Paloma Faith, Imelda May and, of course, Marilyn Monroe. But performing isn't where it stops, oh no. Considering herself somewhat of a Domestic Goddess in Training, Fifi loves anything 'crafty' and greatly enjoys cooking and baking, making felt trinkets for her small business and a spot of interior decorating."

The 12 Days of Christmas - Rachel Frances

Hi Lovelies, I’m Rachel Frances and I am the only Blondie in the Belle Gang.

I love Sewing, Designing, Disney Princesses, Old Hollywood and all things that include Vintage Loveliness.

 I like to share my Outfits, Hair, Make up, My Costume Designs, My Sewing Creations and just Everything that interests me on my Instagram. I am from the North West of the UK and study Costume with Textiles at University. Currently on a placement year where I am working in the industry meeting lots of new people and having  fabulous time!

Tips and Tricks - Mini Post #1!

We were asked on our Instagram by @rockabella___ how we store our hair scarves, as she always finds them balled up in the bottom of her wardrobe! 

Here is our answer!

The hanger is a simple accessories hanger from Primark, however I'm sure you'd be able to pick one up from any home-ware store! This way of storage is so effective, especially if you have a tenancy to lose or tangle your nylon scarves. I usually keep mine hanging on my wardrobe door, however you could easily keep it on the rail or even up on the wall as pictured! The hanger itself cost a staggering £2, so it's not really a bank breaker. Cheap and easy!

If you liked this tip and want to give it a try, make sure to take a snap on instagram and tag us @thebritishbelles along with our hashtag #thebritishbelles as we would love to see. Alternatively, send us a link in the comments below.

Love and Kisses,

Pin Up Problems

We all have them. There's always going to be a morning where we look at our slightly lack lustre pincurls or chipped red manicure and think to ourselves- WWDDD? (What would Diana Dors do, of course...)

Now, in most cases, Diana would have probably dropped everything and had a wild sex party. Seeing as that isn't really on the cards for most of us Belles, we must turn the situation around and make the most of it.

Here is a list of our top 5 Pin Up Problems, and how they can easily be solved.