News — Hollyville

Since starting Hollyville on October 6, 2017, as the founder, I’ve had my passion on retro and vintage inspired fashion. It has continued to be what brings me much joy, not only for myself, but seeing joy on the faces of my many excited and happy customers when they find something that they love. It is so satisfying to be able to share in the joy and with others that have similar interests. Throughout these past few years, I have been juggling a busy balance of working my full-time day job at a childcare center and pursuing Hollyville on nights and...

Wearing an authentic vintage dress around Christmas reminiscent of Rosemary Clooney in White Christmas is truly a holiday dream come true. I was fortunate enough to come across a gorgeous late 1940's velvet evening gown from Xtabay Vintage back in November of 2018. Luckily, it was also my measurements, and I was able to snatch this beauty up.   Rosemary Clooney - White Christmas   I had been patiently waiting for just the perfect occasion to wear it, but finally decided to just pull it out from the closet, and at very least, feature it with some much deserved photos....

The combination between a bright and cheery Disney princess with the contrast of something so dramatic and simple as the color black and textured fabric was really a draw to me when pulling this look together for the photoshoot with Cardinal White Photography. I've been told a number of times how much I resemble Snow White, especially with my currently dark hair. Now just change it up with a black dress and red lined capelet, and suddenly I'm Little Red Riding Hood, though that wasn't necessarily my goal when designing and sewing these pieces.       I often get...