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Blackout II, Covent Garden Billed as Central Londons premier store for all vintage clothing and accessories , Blackout II certainly deserves its spot on this roundup of the best vintage shops in London

The use of hooks and eyes instead of buttons (which were seen as too flashy) on garments became more widespread

Radiate elegance in this fitted gown, designed with a strapless sweetheart neckline and a crystal-beaded bodice that catches the light with every movement

Hold your chin at a relaxed angle, not sticking out or tucked in Place the sewing tape around the neck at the height the collar would usually rest just below your Adams apple Hold your head in a neutral position while the tape should be resting lightly on the skin, not squeezing it Wrap the measuring tape fully around your neck Dont pull too tightly to create unnecessary tension, just enough so that you are getting an accurate measurement Make sure the tape is level and not held at an angle