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Sherlock Cape by Rocha.John Rocha

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Mainstream outerwear has long had a rich seam of vintage inspiration, with this Winter seeing a major comeback for the sixties look cape. Some high street designers are still finding plenty of inspiration from the style, as seen in this Sherlock Cape by Rocha.John Rocha.

With a trench coat inspired style, the look is kept classic with a fawn colouring and true retro detailing. The high collar, storm flap and epaulettes retain the military influence on original trench coats, while the cape cut and waist belt add some mid sixties design flair.

It's now available from Debenhams for £89.

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Beige Cape Coat from River Island

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The triumphant return of the cape coat to the high street this Winter has come as a welcome surprise for retro lovers, offering a truly unmistakeable vintage chic. This Beige Cape Coat from River Island is one of the many options, keeping it classic for a true heritage feel.

The use of a warm beige shade, combined with brown leather detailing throughout, creates a subtle sixties look that's more luxurious than its price tag. With the addition of a hood, this well cut piece is both practical and stylish all at once.

It's available from River Island now for £59.99.

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Floral Cape Top from Dorothy Perkins

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For an instantly recognisable seventies look it's all about the shape and silhouette. This Floral Cape Top from Dorothy Perkins combines well chosen fabrics and textures with a vintage inspired cut to create an instantly recognisable retro style.

The cape overlay on the simple chiffony top is what makes it most special, creating a silhouette that's one of the more forgotten seventies styles. The simple floral print doesn't detract from the fabric's draping, while adding a sweet late sixties edge.

It's available from Dorothy Perkins for £27.

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Ginger Slinky Cape Dress from Topshop Maternity

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For vintage loving ladies the choices in maternity wear amount to little more than smocks and more smocks – the much maligned, shapeless garb for all pregnant women well into the 1970s. Thankfully we now have modern retro choices like this Ginger Slinky Cape Dress from Topshop Maternity to keep you looking chic at all times.

The cape style dress has the draped glamour of a seventies frock with the practicality of late maternity clothing built right in. In a luxurious ginger shade of fabric, the sheen has a slight Studio 54 feel, ideal for eveningwear. The empire line facilities the baby-bump without looking out of step, too.

Get it now from Topshop for £40.

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Ava Camel Cape from Boohoo

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The selection of retro outerwear available on the high street is ever expanding, and it's only getting better thanks to the comeback of the classic cape. Perfect for a more unique military influenced piece, this Ava Camel Cape from Boohoo has plenty of subtle sixties charm.

The luxe camel fabric gives an air of heritage appeal, enhanced by the simplicity of the cape design. The epaulettes and double breasted buttons provide the hint of military influence, while a perfect wide a-line shape is simple and stylish.

Get it online from Boohoo for £40.

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Military Knitted Cape from ASOS

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With so many retro outerwear options for the Autumn and Winter season, it's often easy to forget some of the best. This Military Knitted Cape from ASOS brings a less seen choice with all the effortless retro chic you could hope for.

The silhouette is kept clean and simple, with a sloping A-line cut and storm flaps for that military effect. With a high collar and contrasting buttons, the sharp style is reminiscent of the mid sixties, while the knitted fabric choice keeps it up to date and functional.

It's available now from ASOS for £40.

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