Author: Orla Doherty

Knitted dresses seem to be one of the most popular 80s revival items on the high street at the moment, with many designers opting for the popular oversized sweater style. This Herta Sweater Dress from online store Missguided is a perfectly pitched eighties style that captures all the ease and cute you need.

The large heart motif in the centre of the sweater is perfectly reminiscent of eighties American style, particularly effective on the pink and black version. With three quarter length sleeves and a mid-thigh hemline, the sweater avoids swallowing up the figure, while retaining the casual appeal of 80s originals.

Get it online from Missguided for £21.99.

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Since their invention in the 1960s, mini skirts have never quite gone out of favour in mainstream womens fashion. That means that many have left a retro look far behind, but there are still many options for sixties-lovers out there. This Pink Petal Mini Skirt from A|Wear captures the style of the mid sixties with timeless flair.

The skirt starts with a basic A-line shape, ideal for a retro skirt, and adds simple structural details to create something with more occasion. Reminiscent of Mary Quant designs, the petal motif treads the line between girlish and graphic shapes in a very sixties fashion, while the pale pink shade is a well chosen detail.

Get it online from A|Wear for £26.

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The 1980s fashion revival is still going strong from the catwalks to the high street, with the decade's signature combination of lace and leather still proving a hit. This Lace Jersey Dress from F&F at Tesco is an ideal way to get the look for pennies.

Reminiscent of 1980s Madonna, the black lace detailing on this dress is kept subtle at the neckline. The jersey fabric of the dress's body ensures a figure-skimming cut that recreates the body conscious silhouettes of the era with ease.

It's available from Tesco online or in bigger stores for £14.

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The rainy season appears to be getting its hooks in, at least around RTG HQ, so a stylish umbrella is a very worthwhile investment at the moment. Thankfully, a good looking umbrella definitely doesn't have to cost much, with this Gorgeously Glam Umbrella from Wysteria Lane.

With the perfect balance between cutesy glam and practicality, the hook handled brolly has a burlesque-style ruffle at the rim in a striking fuschia pink. Chic black on the dome-shaped body ensures this umbrella is a timeless piece you can feel happy to use every day.

Get it online from Wysteria Lane for £13.99.

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There are many Great British literary characters of all shapes and sizes, but there are arguably few that resonated so well with 1960s culture as Alice and her friends from Alice In Wonderland. Capturing an instantly recognisable piece of imagery from the story, this Drink Me Necklace from MishaMakes is a great little piece of retro jewellery.

The bottle is suspended from a long gold-look chain, with the pendant decorated by a small red rose made from a metallic material. Handmade by the seller on Folksy, you can even choose the length of chain that suits you best.

Get it online from MishaMakes Folksy page for £13.

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It might feel like one of the longest Winters in a lifetime this year, but Spring is certain to roll around eventually. Until then we can all sate ourselves with looking forward to warm weather fashion like these Woven Strap Sandals from New Look.

The simple and chic pair have a late sixties/seventies retro feeling, thanks to the thick, low heel. The shade of brown leather has a real vintage-shop feel, along with the woven detailing at the vamp. An ideal day-shoe for a truly seventies look over many styles.

Get them online from New Look £16.

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