Customer Feedback/Press

Many thanks to the Splendora Blog for listing us as number five in the their picks for top 20 vintage clothing sites.

"Blue Velvet has a great selection of affordable vintage gowns and wedding dresses. And if you're looking for a flirty cocktail number to show off your curves, try their own collection of pinup inspired dresses made to look vintage."

 

November 5, 2007-Fashiontribes blog cites Blue Velvet Vintage as one of the top 10 vintage reproduction clothing sites.  Here's a direct quote

"However, we're so much taller, bigger (faster?) than our mid-century sisters that even the most tenacious vintage vixen keeps a talented tailor on speed dial...provided she can even find something close to her size.  "There have always been particular vintage styles that were consistently requested by our customers, but not always available in their size," explains the fabulous Theresa Campbell McKee of Blue Velvet Vintage (who also blogs at Vintage Style Files) about why she began her line of limited edition, American-made vintage reproductions.

Inspired by fave designs in her own collection, Theresa interprets classic mid-century styles for today's glamour girl who adores the sexy silhouettes of the 40s & 50s, but not the corseted wasp-waist sizing.  "In an era of cheaply made, fast fashion and a throwaway mentality, they're designed to stand the test of time and to delight the vintage fashion lovers of the future."

 I just received the dress I ordered, and I LOVE it!!! It fits beautifully, and I cant wait to wear it out and about! I am so thrilled to have found your website, and look forward to ordering other vintage items. Thank-you for your wonderful and prompt service and delivery. I cant believe I was lucky enough to buy this dress before it sold! Until next time, Becky Weston

 

 "I received my two dresses today and I ABSOLUTELY love them! Great quality and style, and fantastic service. I stumbled across your site, and am so glad I did. This is the first time I have sent this type of message for an online shopping experience. Thanks again! Gina"

 

"I just wanted to thank you so much for the lovely gown. I couldn't have been more pleased with it. I so appreciate your website and penchant for vintage fashions. Keep up the great work! Thanks, ~ Audrey"

 

"Dear Theresa
Thank you so much for help in purchasing a dress for my daughter. I could not believe it arrived six days after I ordered it, talk about service! It is absolutley fabulous, Elizabeth is so excited to own such a ovely peice of clothing. My other daughters have all put in their orders too. Thank you once again. Tina
P.S. Thanks for the scarf it was a lovely touch!"

 

  Just a quick note to say thanks for the great service - my "50’S “NEW LOOK” VINTAGE PROM/WEDDING DRESS" was shipped so quickly, and is in wonderful condition! I was really nervous waiting to see it as I was possibly waiting for my wedding dress, but wouldn't know if it was right till it got here! The first thing I found when I opened the box was the lovely handbag - what a cool extra, thank you! the dress was beautifully wrapped, is a wonderful colour, and most importantly, works!, so I now have my wedding dress!

 

 

I bought the most beautiful dress from blue velvet recently, and I couldn't wait for prom to pass just so I could send you pictures. The delivery was only two days and it fit perfectly, everything worked out wonderful, which was a great relief from my dress last year. hahaha. I'am most definitely going to be buying my senior prom dress from blue velvet and I cant wait. Thank you so much. -Sincerly Amber             And here's Amber on the left looking totally glamorous for  her prom  in   one of our  "Old Hollywood" style retro gowns.

 

Margot writes "the dress is perfect, i cant believe how quickly it arrived, thank you for the earrings (!), you have/are a wonderful business."

 

 "Dear Theresa, Yesterday I receivied the dress I ordered and I was in seventh heaven. It fits as if it was made especialy for me and I look absolutly adorable in it. Thank you for the fast shipment,

 

  "Just placed my first order with you, the betty page bernedette dress. Not only did it come really fast, but it fits perfect, and i love it! Always nervous to order clothing on line, but you made a gamble a sure thing! Can't wait to wear it, and look and feel fabulous in it! I will be ordering from you a lot in the future! Thanks!! Nyiah"

"Just wanted to let you know I just received and tried on my 30's style gown with crystals and I am very very impressed. The quality is wonderful and the fit is perfect!!! I will definately keep you in mind when I'm looking for another vintage inspired look!! Thank you so much for your help over the phone and the speedy delivery!!" Caroline

 

"Dear Blue Velvet Vintage, I just want to say, I love the Wendy swing dress! Perfect color, length, neckline, sleeves, and of course flattering fit! This dress has much swing dancing in its future. Needless to say, I will NOT be returning it. Thanks--it's been a pleasure doing business with you. Rachel"   

 

"Dear Blue Velvet, I have been meaning to e-mail my thanks to you, the order arrived in perfect condition and very quickly, thank you very much.  The dress, shrug and underskirt was beautifully made and a delight to wear.Yours sincerely Elizabeth"

 

"My dresses just arrived, perfectly packed & pressed. They are the most gorgeous things I've ever seen, esp. the black rhinestone 60s cocktail dress. I am thrilled beyond belief! Blue Velvet is THE BEST! I'm so glad I found you! Sincerely! Janet"

 

Here are two letters and pix from Becky wearing our vintage reproduction dress to a 40s event.

"I already received my order today!  The dresses are AWESOME!  I love the fabric and the authentic style! THank YOU!I will take pics of my husband and I at our event and then email them onto you!"
Thanks

"Theresa,
Our weekend was a huge success!  The dress I wore had an amazing response! In fact, I won a costume contest in it!"

 

"Thank you, I received the order today. Most impressed with delivery time! And the items fit perfectly and look exactly as I had imagined, due to your exceptional listing description. Thank you!
Helen "

"Hi there,
This is just a quick line to let you know that I have just received your parcel today. The light blue dress suit is absolutely stunning and I am really happy with this transaction.
Thanks a lot !

I put your site in my favorites and i will have a look on a regular basis !

Thanks again and have a fantastic day (you made mine !!),

With my very best regards,Zoe"

"Hi, just to say that the skirt and top arrived today and it is absolutely Fantastic, just as described. I just LOVE it!! I hope to be shopping with you more in the future, you are THE BEST!! Best wishes, Gillian, U.K."

 

Here is a happy bride and her friend wearing our vintage reproduction Hawaiian dresses at her Tiki  bachelorette party held at the Old School Pinups Studio in Seattle, Washington.

 

 

 

 

"Just got the two vintage style dresses today. They are PERFECT. Mine fits so well, and my friend's fits me pretty good too ;) And THANK YOU for the hair flowers and Leis! You have no idea how happy I am with my purchase and how excited I am for my Bachelorette party! I will DEFINITELY be doing business with you again!  Susan"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

One of our customers sent us this glamorous photo of herself wearing our satin halter swing dress and bolero jacket at her friend's wedding.

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

"Hi Theresa,
Just wanted to let you know that this dress fits beautifully and is just gorgeous!  I'll be wearing it in our wedding in just less than two months.  The other dress that I purchased from you (the green/gold "wiggle" dress) is also perfectly gorgeous, and again, a perfect fit.

Dina"

"Dear Blue Velvet Vintage- Hi, my name is Chloe, and I had just bought a black, 50's wiggle dress. And I wanted to say how I just love it, and it was at a great price. You run a great online shop, one of the best! Thanks-Chloe"

 

 "Theresa: I can't believe how wonderful the dress is!! It is more perfect than even the photos could show... IT IS THE ONE!!! Thank you so sincerely! It may actually out do the brides dress.... Take care! And again, THANK YOU!!"

Georgina

 

 

Hi Theresa,

 The dress arrived today and it is beautiful!!! Thank you so very much for sending it to us and we look forward to seeing other prints. It is a perfect fit for my daughter. We will send a picture to you so you can see how great it looks! Again we really appreciate your help and the beautiful work that went into making the dress.

Sincerely, Jan

 

 
"Merci, merci!!
Both dresses I have ordered from you this month fit like a glove and are sure to be sensational at Holiday parties. Your surprise gifts, a broach with my red chiffon 60's dress & the purse with my 50's Razooks black sequinnced gown, are greatly appreciated and brought a ray of joy to my heart. I have booked marked you site and most certainly will check it religiously.
Carrie"

"The dress is absolutely gorgeous!!!Can`t wait to wear it!! Thank you very much, special thanks for a lovely gift, wasn`t sure what jewellery to get...now i know. Thanks a lot again. Merry Christmas & Happy new Year
Elena"

 

 

From the June 2007 issue of Country Living Magazine. Their  article on "The Latest Vintage Inspired Fashions"  states "buy girly repros of 1950s halter swing dresses at bluevelvetvintage.com"

 

 

 

 

"Thanks so much for the clothing. I had such a fine time trying them on and looking thru my stuff for accessories. They are beautiful and high quality. I can really recommend you.
Charity"

"Hi Theresa The dresses and petticoat arrived this morning and I LOVE them all! I absolutely adore the hawaiian dress and it fits as if it was made to measure, I can't wait to see what other dresses and fabrics you will have in this section. Thanks Abi"

"Love the new vintage style Hawaiian halter dress I recently ordered from you. Wore it to a Hawaiian themed surprise birthday party last weekend. It fits great and I received many compliments on it. Sincerely, Jill"

"Hi theresa, The red Fred Perlberg dress arrived last week, fits perfectly just like the previous red silk shirtwaister, I really must stop buying red!I think that you are easily the most efficient and speedy seller that I have had the pleasure to buy from and the little extras are a lovely surprise. I have passed on details of your site to several people already. I will send a photo when I wear one or other of the dresses, only if it's from my best side though! The vintage sizing is spot on, I could not buy anything today that would fit so well, in fact when we were on holiday in Florida looking for an evening gown, I was directed to the very small selection of size 2s and 4s, none of which were either to my taste or would have fit. I can be absolutely sure that I will not be wearing the same dress as anyone else. Thank you for your great site and your brilliant service. Regards Alison"

 

Performers at the Navy Pier in Chicago wearing Hawaiian print vintage reproduction halter dresses from Blue Velvet Vintage.

 

 

 

 "I ordered a sequined top from you last week, and it fits perfectly! I LOVE it and I thought you had sent extra sequins in the tiny plastic bag, but it was a very nice bracelet! Was I ever surprised. Talk about wonderful customer service! THANK YOU!! I have already passed your site on to someone else!" Jan

"I just wanted to let you know that I received the dress today. You were right! It is absolutely beautiful, and the fabric is so much prettier in person than even I orginally thought! Thank you for the earrings that was so nice! They are going to look fabulous with the dress!" Loretta

 

 

 

 

"I wanted to share this picture of my wedding with you since I purchased the dress from your site.  I would also like to thank you for having the perfect dress and great customer service! "Sincerely, Alex

 

 

 

 

"Hi Theresa. I just received my order and I love everything! They're even more beautiful in person. I wanted to thank you for the beautiful clutch you included, I love it! I needed a dressy black bag, so thank you again. Alison

"Hi Theresa! All good wishes from Chicago. I wasn't in the office on Tuesday when the skirt arrived, but found the package waiting for me yesterday. I couldn't wait to go home and try the skirt on. It is absolutely beautiful! What a gorgeous fabric -- and perfect fit! And you weren't kidding about the mint condition! I can't tell you how happy I am that I found your website. Thanks so much. Sincerely, Arlene"

"Hi Theresa, The shoes made their way to Tokyo... and yes! They're wonderful! Best wishes, Yolande"

"I ordered a jacket from you, and it must be two weeks ago now. I just wanted to thank you for the excellent service and speedy delivery. I ordered it on a Thursday night and it was there on Saturday, and the distance is all the way across the Continent! The jacket is in beautiful condition, just like you described it, and it fits wonderfully. I hope to order from you again in the future. Sincerely Elizabeth"

"We just received the dress. It fits perfectly!!!The dress is in excellent condition--we're so pleased.My husband is a WWII reenactor and I get to play "Dress up" with him. We will definitely be buying from you in the future. Thanks for the quality customer service.Happy customers in MD"

"Hi Theresa I received the dress today and it fits beautifully, completely amazing! Thank You and looking forward doing business with You again. Kind Regards Elle"

"I am sooooo excited! got my dress in the mail today... fits perfectly! thank you sooooo much for sending it right away, now i can wear it for the holidays. thanks again! carol"

 

A pretty picture sent to us from

a customer.  She's wearing a

pink vintage party dress she

purchased from us.