ONE of Kate Middleton’s beloved fashion brands has announced that it will “cease trading with immediate effect”.
The Vampire’s Wife was used by the Princess of Wales on several occasions, and several A-listers were also fans of the label.
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The brand was founded in 2014 by legendary 80s ‘It’ girl Susie Cave, who is the wife of Australian musician Nick Cave.
After launching with her friend and business partner Alex Adamson, had a decade of trading but announced closure News this week.
A statement said: “Despite a period of positive growth and sales, turbulence in the wholesale market has had dramatic implications for the brand.”
Meanwhile, Susie added on Instagram: “After ten years as Creative Director of The Vampire’s Wife, it’s time to say goodbye.”
Stars who have been spotted wearing Vampire’s Wife outfits – which range from £970 velvet gowns to £1,595 sparkly frocks – include Holly Willoughby, Rachel Weiss, Daisy Edgar Jones, Sandra Oh, Florence Welch and Sienna Miller.
Kate first stunned in her £1,595 emerald Falconetti dress on a trip to Guinness Warehouse in Dublin in 2020.
The outfit was immortalized in his official portrait with Prince William by Jaime Coreth in 2022.
Fellow Royal Princess Beatrice wore a very similar green design to Ellie Goulding’s wedding to art dealer Caspar Jopling in 2019.
Meanwhile, Kate opted for a fuschia pink Vampire’s Wife dress during a visit to Belize on her 2022 Caribbean royal tour.
After becoming a cult favourite, the brand’s dresses were soon stocked in stores including Selfridges and Harrods.
However, The Vampire’s Wife was petitioned for winding up by HMRC in 2023 following a rise in debt during the pandemic.
The company got its unusual name from Susie’s husband, Nick, and an abandoned book project of his.
The website stated: “Inspired by her experience in fashion, The Vampire’s Wife offers luxurious, elegant and feminine designs in vibrant colors and exclusive fabrications. “
Over the past 18 months, The Vampire’s Wife has created a clothing collection that – solely through word of mouth and rapid growth Instagram following – were sought after by a range of high-profile clients including Cate Blanchett, Kate Moss, Florence Welch, Ruth Negga and Kylie Minogue and were seen at red carpet events around the world.
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“Susie’s ultimate vision is to make high-quality, easy-to-wear clothing for every woman.”
Fans shared their upset over the brand’s closure.
Writer and podcaster Pandora Sykes said: “I’m so sad to hear this, but what magic you created in that decade.”
Announcement from The Vampire’s Wife founder Susie Cave
SUSIE shared a post on Instagram announcing the closure of her business…
After ten years as Creative Director of The Vampire’s Wife, it’s time to say goodbye.
I say this with great sadness and want to express my eternal gratitude to all of you for your support.
I want to thank my extended Vampire’s Wife family who helped me create such beautiful things.
I can’t describe how much you meant to me.
I love you all, Susie x
Strictly host Claudia Winkleman added: “You are amazing.”
Meanwhile, one shopper commented: “I’m so sorry to read this.
“I’ve dreamed of having a Vampire Wife dress since you started this beautiful venture.
“With a little heartbreak, that won’t happen now. I wish you the best of luck for everything you next project will be.”
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