Swing Dresses for a Swingin' Prom

Going to the prom?  You may want to check out our affordable  Raven Swing Dress ....  50s style stretch cotton sateen dress with tea length full circle skirt. Dress designed with fold over double straps at bust and flower brooch at waist.  or,  get it in Blue ... Bona Swingdress.  Both are $100.00 and can be worn again, and again!

And here are some tips that every pinup gal knows!

Prom Break - while at the prom, take a bathroom break to : Freshen your lipstick & powder (if needed);  Make sure everything is right with your dress; and hair; and do it discreetly and quickly.  Your date won't want to be kept waiting and besides, he doesn't need to know that yo aren't perfect : )

For more tips go here:  

• Prom Dress Envy
• Prom Makeup
• Pretty for Prom

Old Hollywood Glam ... The Little Black Dress

We have some great looking "little black dresses."  They are great for dinner parties or or more formal events.  And some, like the one to the left, come in other colors.   To the left --- Talk about comfortable! This cotton jersey black dress is not only comfortable but you can wear it many different ways. Sexy with nothing under it, a pretty bra or under top, or even add a shawl or bolero. Cotton Jersey, doesn't wrinkle. The perfect dress for the weekend. 1 dress, many looks!

To the right, our black version of our top seller! Made of 100% black crepe rayon, this elegant number is the perfect little black dress for all you Kustom Kulture ladies.

A perfect example of the "little black dress". Donna Reed AND June Cleaver would be proud to wear this dress (not with an apron). The fitted bodice has a wrap around look which is flattering on all shapes; the a-line skirt is also very flattering. The fabric, which has flocked black dots, has some rayon which gives this dress a great drape. This is a classic look!

All available at Get Go Retro!

Peta Pledger Dresses Have Arrived!

Drawing inspiration from vintage patterns, Australian 50s housewives, pin-up glamour, rock n’roll and tattoo culture, Melbourne designer and dressmaker Peta Pledger creates one-off and small run garments and accessories.

Using quality fabrics, Peta’s specialty is made-to-measure figure-flattering garments, which she designs to be equally suitable for rockabilly gigs, weddings or garden parties.  Here's a sample ....

Nautical inspired cotton dress is half lined with cotton. It has an invisible zip in the centre back. With two vintage anchor buttons on the front.    Get Go Retro.com

New Dresses at Get Go Retro!

Just added a few dresses to the site including Raven and Clara:

Raven is a simple cap sleeve dress has a trendy and fashionable touch to it with its contrasting intricate detailing. It has a shallow v-shape neckline, which is lined with a netted/webbed design in tan threading. A series of 3 embroidered flowers in hot pink and tan stitching slightly overlap the webbed boarder on each side of the neckline. The bottom has a slightly scalloped cut, which is defined with tan threading. On the bottom front of each side of this dress there is a triangle that is made of the same webbed/netted design as the neckline. In the middle of the triangle there is the same floral design found at the neck as well. The bottom of this dress has a slit on each side. Two long strings made of the same material and of the same color as the rest of the dress extend from the sides and tie at the back allowing you to cinch the waist. The super soft material is slightly stretchy providing a relaxed and comfortable fit. Hits at about mid thigh. -100% Rayon

Clara is a fun and chic lightweight dress has a black inner layer and a sheer, chiffon-like outter layer. This outer layer has a circle print of a different material than the rest of the dress making them stand out. The square-shaped neckline is lined with connecting knitted flowers. The shoulder straps and upper back are also made of the same pattern. The light material flows well with the movement of your body. Hits at about mid-thigh. -100% Polyester

Both are under $40.00 and fashionablly cute!

Suzette .. Flirty and Fun Swing Dress

Flirty and fun . . . Suzette, is a welcome addition both on and off the dance floor. Suzette is based on a photograph from 1955. The magenta and black, rayon-acetate, brocade fabric is quite heavy which is in keeping with the thick, dense fabrics fashionable at the time. This halter dress is flattering on most body types. The six gore, full circle skirt can be accompanied by crinolines for a more exaggerated silhoutte. You can see that the skirt spins delightfully. The neckline and hem are framed in black velveteen. The bodice is made of four parts and features black, faceted buttons under each breast. Available at Get Go Retro.

Denim ... A Staple for the Rockabilly Gal!

Just added today! The Denim Corset Pencil Dress. So cute. Wear it with a shirt or without. Either way it rocks! Just stunning looking, Sexy Stretch corset top fit, flattering curve-hugging pencil skirt, adjustable spaghetti straps, back center zip. And it goes from size S to XXXL!

We also have the very cute Denim Military Skirt!
This is a so cute denim skirt, styled with military inspired decorative buttons at the side pockets, inverted pleats at center front and back. Two back pockets, zip fly with two buttons closure.

Both are available in Navy or Black, and plus sizes are available.

IN STOCK! The Eggplant Hey Dress by Stop Staring!

WE HAVE THEM!!!

We are so excited to announce that we received a shipment of the Eggplant Kick pleat "Hey" Dress by Stop Staring. Finally the Pleats dress! This dress is so 1940’s! Is a beautiful and unique eggplant color! Is made of the highest quality stretch bengaline! This dress has the most amazing details. Has a very geometric neckline. There are pin tucks on the bust, sleeves, and front skirt. Waist is fitted and follows to a pencil skirt. The best part is when you turn around! Back of skirt bottom features the most amazing vintage like details. There are a row of long pleats. Above the pleats, is a flap with 2 covered faux buttons. This dress is to die for! Snatch this now before it sells out! Available at Get Go Retro!