About Revival

The company is independently owned by Rowena Howie. You will find me at all kinds of swing dance classes and retro events around London. I’ll be the one mucking about on the dance floor, often not getting it right but having lots of fun in the process. I also like fabulous parties, swinging from the chandeliers and dressing up.

Revival started because I became frustrated after several unsuccessful attempts to order swing shoes over the internet. It’s so important to find shoes that fit and are comfortable. So, I took matters into my own hands! Aris Allen swing dance shoes are now available in London to try before you buy.

Another qualm was how to find a stunning retro outfit that looks great, has a definite 30s/40s style, but won’t fall apart when you wear it or try to clean it? Why is all gorgeous vintage clothing too small for me? How do you avoid yet another unsuccessful foray into moth-balled cupboards at the back of smelly second-hand shops, sifting through endless eighties sequined jumpsuits labelled as ‘vintage’?

If you share any of these frustrations then get ready, because Revival just became your new best friend!