Categories / Women's Fashion

Collarless Minimal Coat from ASOS

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When it comes to sixties inspired fashion designs, minimal need never mean dull, instead capturing the truly stylish subtlety of a look that's never overdone. This Minimal Coat from ASOS captures that feeling perfectly, with great cut and simply done detailing creating a timeless appeal.

The wool blend coat has an instantly luxurious appearance, in bold shades of green or red offset by single breasted gold button fastening. The addition of four flap-covered pockets, along with the collarless neckline, creates an unmistakeable sixties inspired look that's classic enough to wear for years to come.

It's now available from ASOS for £100.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Gold Signet Anchor Ring from Balenciaga

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Thanks in part to Sailor Jerry's now iconic tattoo designs, nautical emblems have now become an unmistakeable part of retro fashion culture, inspiring prints and logos throughout fifties inspired clothing. This Gold Signet Anchor Ring from Balenciaga allows a subtle nod to fifties style that can be paired with any outfit.

Made from brass, the yellow gold shade has an instantly vintage look, with the signet design tying into the ring's nautical inspiration too. The engraved anchor design is simple and classic, drawing on a retro feel without looking cartoonish or over the top.

It's available online from Matches Fashion for £225.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Luna and Curious Locket Necklace

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Lockets have been a popular jewellery item for many years, particularly during the Victorian period when they were often filled with a lock of hair or picture of a loved one.

Jewellery designer Rheanna Lingham has created this Locket Necklace which features mutiple lockets clustered together on a gold chain to make a real statement.

The necklace is gold-plated and features fifteen charms, all of which can be opened – so if you've multiple lovers you can keep them all close to your heart.

The necklace costs £45 from Luna and Curious – find out more online

 

Categories / Men's Fashion

Slazenger Heritage clearance at Secret Sales

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You may remember we recently featured the Slazenger Heritage 1970s 'Bing Crosby' lambswool cardigan. Well that, as well as other Slazenger Heritage items, are now in a clearance sale on the Secret Sales website.

As well as the Bing knits, there's also some lambswool v-neck jumpers, polo shirts and some jackets, all around half price. So that 'Bing' cardigan from 1977 is £39 right now. There's also a discount code on the site for a further 10 per cent off for anyone who hasn't used the site before.

Stock is likely to be limited, so you might want to get in sooner rather than later for the better items. The Slazenger stock is in the 'Men's Heritage Boutique' section and you do have to sign up (for free) if you've not viewed the site before.

Secret Sales website

Categories / Homeware

Gold ceramic pineapple from Dwell

PineappleDwell is well known for its high street take on designer looks. This season it adds a bit of festive sparkle into its collection of accessories which includes this gold ceramic pineapple

As you know, any well-stocked retro bar comes complete with a pineapple ice bucket. This ornament takes inspiration from that look. Admittedly less useful than an ice bucket, the ornament wins full points for kitsch glamour. 

The pineapple costs £29.95. 

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Double Breasted Coat from Burberry Prorsum

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While military influence in the sixties was often extreme and statement making, it's sometimes hard to incorporate such boldness into an every day wardrobe. For a more subtle take on the style, this classic Double Breasted Trench from Burberry Prorsum is a designer piece you can wear for any occasion.

The rich fabric carries this simple and timeless cut, giving a luxurious and feminine take on masculine detailing. The gold buttons and matching belt add structure and a sharp waist, while broad shoulders and an A-line skirt create an instantly retro silhouette.

Get it now from Matches Fashion for £1495.

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