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Polka Dot Dolly Dress by Alice + Olivia

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Circle skirts and prom style dresses got their first real outings in the 1950s, but the style has never gone away. Allowing reinterpretation throughout many fashion decades, the 1980s made the prom style its own. That 80s look is coming back once more to our high street and designer brands.

This Alice + Olivia dress features a cutesy circle skirt, complimented by some punky detailing to give it an 80s feeling. The more revealing cut of the top ensures this is certainly no fifties look, while the high waistline and exaggerated fullness in the skirt retain a kitschy retro appeal.

It's available online the UK from Net-a-Porter for £390.

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Embroidered Skirt by Culture

Culture

While miniskirts rule supreme for sixties looks, a more demure length is the order of the day for a variety of other retro eras. This Embroidered Skirt by Culture is a great choice for lovers of many vintage looks, suiting both a fifties and seventies aesthetic.

The combination of Americana and folk styles suits this skirt to both those looks, with a below knee length managing to avoid frumpiness thanks to a well tailored cut. The A-line flaring and high waistline create the desired silhouette, while a simplistic floral embroidery adds an element of girlish appeal.

Get it now from Oli for £38.

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Peep Toe Wedges by Castaner

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While closed-toe Mary Janes and strappy leather heels are the ideal retro Winter shoe, there's none more perfect for summer than a canvas wedge. Ideal for getting a hint of seventies style in an instant, these Peep Toe Wedges from Castaner are a great option.

The colour combination of cream, brown and navy work to create a relaxed retro palette, with a mix of fabrics creating a unique twist. The peep toe and slingback style create a classic shape, along with a wide wedge heel that's both comfortable and instantly evocative of a summer 70s feeling.

Get them online in the UK from Matches Fashion for £148.

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Cornelli Cardi from Miss Selfridge

Cornelli

Finding the ideal balance between practicality and prettiness is always a tricky task in fashion. While the warmer days draw in, a lighter cover-up like this Cornelli Cardi from Miss Selfridge is an ideal option.

The piece achieves a cutesy sixties look thanks to simple and chic details, from a lemon yellow wool shade to mini daisy buttons. The short sleeves, high neckline and short-line body achieve a neat and sharp look equally suited to fifties and sixties looks. The crochet detailing front and back adds a unique twist, without compromising the vintage inspiration.

Get it now from Miss Selfridge for £30.

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Here Comes Truffle Heels from Mod Cloth

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Mary Jane heels are always a winner whatever your chosen retro style – from forties to sixties looks and beyond there's a choice out there for every look. These Here Comes Truffle Heels from Mod Cloth are a perfect pair for teaming with a variety of vintage inspired looks.

With a classic mid-thickness heel, the almond toe and thick jazz-shoe style Mary Jane strap give the classic basis. Meanwhile a two-tone leather colouring, red trim and kitschy bow detailing give these a fun and flirty vintage appeal, easily paired with anything from 40s evening-wear to sharp sixties looks.

Get them online from Mod Cloth for $54.99.

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Bow Neck Jacket by Christian Dior

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Classic suiting and tailored items are very much the order of the day in women's retro fashion, thanks in large part to the popularity of Mad Men. Thankfully this means many more truly vintage inspired pieces for all of us, like this Bow Neck Jacket from Christian Dior.

This jacket's exceptional tailoring and structure have an instantly late fifties/early sixties impact. The ideal choice of outerwear for either a sharp work environment or a special social event, this is one of few designer pieces that will really belong in (and out of) your wardrobe for years to come.

Made from 100% wool, it'll set you back £1300 from Browns.

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