Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Destination for Authentic Vintage Hollywood Fashion
Established in 2008, Deadly is the Female is a specialist retailer dedicated to 1940s and 1950s Hollywood-inspired fashion. Our expertise lies in curating timeless garments that celebrate natural curves and enhance confidence through vintage aesthetics. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, we offer handmade dresses, including our signature Claudia Dress, alongside carefully selected accessories, footwear, and gifts. Our team combines decades of experience in fashion retail to provide personalized styling advice, ensuring every customer finds pieces that flatter their figure and stand the test of time.We maintain rigorous quality control across our product range, from swing dresses designed for special occasions to everyday wear that maintains retro elegance. Our commitment to customer satisfaction extends to detailed packaging, reliable delivery options, and clear return policies that prioritise transparency. As both a physical boutique and online retailer, we strive to make vintage glamour accessible while preserving the exclusivity and attention to detail characteristic of mid-century design.
Services
Vintage Dresses
Retro Accessories
1950s Style Clothing
Handmade Garments
Curvy Fit Apparel
Footwear Collection
Gift Items
Online Retail
Boutique Shopping
International Shipping
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer vintage-inspired clothing celebrating curves since 2008
- Our team provides personalized style advice for every body shape
- We stock exclusive brands like Ruby Shoo and Pinup Couture
- We provide free UK shipping on orders over 150
- Our hand-selected collections ensure timeless, classic pieces
Services
Vintage Dresses
Our handmade vintage dresses combine 1940s-1950s Hollywood elegance with modern wearability. Each piece celebrates natural curves through tailored silhouettes and quality fabrics. Customers benefit from unique designs like the Claudia Dress, featuring innovative cuts and practical pockets while maintaining timeless aesthetics.
Retro Accessories
Comprehensive accessory range complements our clothing collection with authentic period styles. From Besame cosmetics to Pinup Girl handbags, each item enhances retro outfits while maintaining functional design. Our curated selection ensures customers find complete vintage looks in one destination.
Curvy Fit Apparel
Specialist clothing line designed to flatter diverse body shapes through strategic tailoring. Garments incorporate figure-enhancing cuts and fabric choices that create balanced silhouettes. This service addresses specific customer needs for confidence-boosting wear that accentuates natural curves.
International Shipping
Reliable delivery service covering worldwide destinations with tracked shipping options. Customers receive detailed tracking information and delivery updates through partnered couriers. Our logistics system ensures secure packaging and clear communication throughout the delivery process.
Boutique Shopping
Physical retail location offering personalized styling assistance and hands-on product experience. Customers benefit from expert advice on garment selection and fit, with immediate availability of stock. The boutique environment enhances the vintage shopping experience through themed displays.
Questions
What styles do you specialise in?
We focus on 1940s-1950s Hollywood-inspired fashion, offering swing dresses, wiggle dresses, and retro accessories that celebrate vintage glamour.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we ship worldwide via tracked postal services with delivery timeframes of 5-20 working days depending on destination.
Can I return online purchases?
Unworn items may be returned within 14 days of receipt, provided they remain in original condition with tags attached.
What payment methods do you accept?
Our online checkout accepts major credit and debit cards through secure payment processing systems.
Are your garments true to size?
We provide detailed size guides online and offer personal styling advice to ensure proper fit for all customers.
Do you have a physical store?
Yes, our Frome boutique offers in-person shopping with expert styling assistance during our published opening hours.
