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Rena Clutch Bag from Coast

Coast check clutch

Striking graphic prints in sharp monochrome are instantly recognisable as an ode to mid sixties fashion, and they work just as well in accessories as dresses and skirts. This Rena Clutch Bag from Coast captures the boldness that characterises the era's most memorable styles.

The diagonal check creates a chessboard design that's a lasting classic. The bag's shape lends itself well to the bold print, with simple and clean lines keeping this chic. Made from a satin fabric throughout, this is perfect for special occasions when you want to make a bold statement in black and white.

It's available now from Coast for £45.

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Unisex Viva Betty Davis T-Shirt from American Apparel

Betty davis tee

Band t-shirts will always be a staple for musos and teenagers determined to pledge allegiance to their chosen musical cult. Unfortunately, most of them veer into the world of mundane design. This Viva Betty Davis T-Shirt by American Apparel avoids boredom and cliché, and throws in extra musical incentive too.

The top is a classic t-shirt shape, making it truly unisex, with the funky Ms Davis on both the front and back. The design avoids the tour t-shirt look with some witty text and well chosen snaps, giving it the edge on other band tees. To top all that, the shirt comes with a free compilation download of rare recordings by various artists, courtesy of Anthology Archives. Check out the tracklisting on the link below.

Get it from American Apparel in the UK for £25.

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Cheetah Flight Bag by Jasper Conran at Tripp

Cheetah flight

Luxury luggage often seems the sole property of the impossibly rich, but just because an item is functional doesn't mean you can't make it look stylish on any budget. This Cheetah Flight Bag is a perfect example, and it has some sassy fifties chic thrown in too.

The bag is from Jasper Conran's designs for Tripp, and sells itself on its classic but fiesty design. With a structured flight bag shape that's timeless, the black and white cheetah print conjures a pinup feel. The simple curved lines of the bag let the print shine, ensuring this isn't littered with design points that will make it dated.

Get it now from Debenhams for £39.99.

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Lace Ponte Dress by Oasis

Oasis ponte

With so many 80s fashion trends undergoing revival on the high street, it doesn't have to be the more obvious ones you choose. Eschewing the neon and leggings, body-conscious dressing is a great way to a classic eighties chic.

This Lace Ponte Dress from Oasis captures a subtle eighties look with style, using a form fitting sheath dress as the basis. The close fit avoids looking trashy with a knee-length hem, while another on-era trend is utilised in the lace inserts.

Get it from Oasis for £55.

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Polka Dot Peacoat from Marc by Marc Jacobs

Marc jacobs peacoat

Of all the enduring items of retro outerwear, the peacoat is the choice that never goes away. That's no bad thing, of course, and provides us with plenty of unique options whatever the season. This Polka Dot Peacoat jacket from Marc by Marc Jacobs takes a classic and gives it a cutesy twist.

The coat's shape and tailoring is kept classic and uncomplicated, with a double breasted fastening and high cut lapel. Navy fabric is given a twist with polka dots, adding something different that stays in keeping with a kitschy retro feeling.

It's available now from Matches Fashion for £290.

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Fifi Babydoll Dress from Heartbreaker Fashion

Houndstooth babydoll

US retro brand Heartbreaker are best known for their fifties styles for women, but their 60s reproduction pieces are as accomplished as the best brands. This Fifi Babydoll Dress is a perfect piece of vintage styled clothing that doesn't put a foot wrong.

The babydoll style instantly sets this squarely in the mod sphere, and plenty of the detailing gives it that uniquely mid-sixties British look. A houndstooth print in sharp monochrome black and white is set off perfectly by black trim at the collar and high empire line. A sleeveless cut, a-line shape and high neckline complete the effortlessly retro look.

Get it online from PinUp Girl Clothing for $82.

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