Author: Orla Doherty

Mini dresses are perhaps most often a formal evening option, especially from the high street, but the shape can easily be adapted for the day time. This Print Tunic Dress by Culture has a casual vibe that makes it perfect for a whole range of occasions, while still keeping some retro chic.

The hem is truly mini, finishing high on the thigh, while being offset by long sleeves and a high funnel neck to avoid trashiness. The shape is loose and a-line, making it not only more truly sixties, but easy to dress up or down. A great, bold print gives it a late sixties vibe that's irresistable.

Get it online from Oli for £38.

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Many pin-up styles take a lot of moxy to carry off to the full, but accessories are a great choice if you're not quite that daring yet. These Sailor & Anchor Earrings from Laura-Anne French Designs are a perfect choice for occasions when dolling up to the nines isn't a possibility.

With a cute and bubbly design, the earrings comprise of an anchor and lifebuoy in traditional shades of blue and red. With inset crystal accents, these are just the right side of kitsch to pull off a hint of fifties chic at any time.

Get them from Laura-Anne French's website for £5 now in the sale.

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Affordable retro reproductions are often the lifeblood of the vintage lover's wardrobe, but for those items that you'll never stop wearing it's worth splashing out on lasting quality. This Leopard Print Pencil Skirt by Chloe could be just one such item for 50s junkies.

With classic styling throughout, this skirt provides a quintessential piece of rockabilly wear. The skirt's shape is simple and uncomplicated, with a high waist and great fit. With the classic leopard colouring, the print keeps hold of a timeless look, giving an item that stays ageless.

It's available online from Matches Fashion for £431.

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No eighties power dressing woman would ever have been complete without some truly towering stiletto heels, and the decade had many recognisable style points for footwear. These Salvador Shoes from Monsoon are an ideal recreation of classic eighties killer heels for almost any outfit.

In a bright shade of red, the faux suede material gives these a luxurious feel, avoiding the tackiness of much eighties output. A slim, high stiletto heel coupled with an almond shaped pointed toe give a well done shape, while the raised heel gives some unusual twist.

They're available now from Monsoon for £55.

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While the eighties revival on the high street continues apace, black lace seems to be everywhere and used in various guises. This Black Lace Dress from Miss Selfridge Petites is a great choice for retro lovers with a little 80s style mixed with some thirties flapper influences.

The dress creates a babydoll style silhouette thanks to the loose and unfitted shape which works well with the ultra-feminine lace detailing. Avoiding the obvious punky use of lace from the 80s, this is chic and simple with a girly bow addition. A short hemline adds some extra attitude to a dress that can be both sweet and sassy.

It's available now from Miss Selfridge for £38.

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