Well chosen accessories can be the most effective, and most affordable, way to transform any outfit into an instant retro ensemble. This Feather Detail Floppy Hat from River Island can't fail to add some vintage credentials, inspired by the crossover between sixties and seventies fashion.
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Block Heel Sandals from Wallis
For seventies chic there's nothing that quite lifts an outfit like footwear inspired by the era, providing an instant transformation for everything from flares to maxi dresses. That doesn't mean every pair has to be a dangerously stacked platform, though, as proven by these seventies-look Block Heel Sandals from Wallis.
The use of a thick-heeled, wood effect sole helps to create a mainstream retro chic instantly, with patent leather uppers in a classic burnt orange have that playful decadence of disco influence down pat. The chunky straps and t-bar are an ideal post-sixties style point, providing practicality and comfort at the same time.
Get yours from Wallis for £45.
Pop Girl Dress by Marmalade
While bold prints and wild colour combinations are often the go-to for many designers for summer retro fodder, there's nothing quite so effective as well chosen structure and colour blocking. Creating a cool and effortlessly chic sixties style, this Pop Girl Dress by Marmalade gets it spot on.
The dress structure is simplistic, but never boring, with a cool mod-inspired shift shape that's tailored to perfection. While the orange shade is instantly vintage-look, the inclusion of contrasting white piping adds shape, while highlighting the bow detailing at the chest.
Get it now from ModCloth online for $179.99.
Skater Dress from Miss Selfridge
Most people tend to characterise sixties fashion as being wall to wall miniskirts and a-line dress cuts, but there's plenty of variety to be found when looking back the decade's style. This Skater Dress from Miss Selfridge might be a less edgy sixties style, but it's certainly just as headturning as many.
The high neckline and capped sleeves create the bust minimising silhouette so popular in sixties mainstream fashion, while the full skirt from a high waistline takes a traditionally fifties shape and adds some modernity. Finished in an irresistibly summery orange shade, you'll wear this time and again.
Get it now from Miss Selfridge for £42.
Jaspire Wideleg Jumpsuit by Paul & Joe
With the seventies revival providing plenty of great choices on the high street, it's of course the higher end brand names who are really pulling out all the stops with this latest retro trend. This Jaspire Jumpsuit by Paul & Joe is a fantastic piece that really pulls out all the stops with its vintage-inspired feel.
The halter neck, high waist and wide legged trousers create a silhouette that's effortlessly seventies, helped along by the use of flowing silk fabric to create an ethereal feel. The choice of a burnt orange shade ties the whole look together, creating a piece that comes as close to the originals as you could ask for.
Get it from My Wardrobe online for £635.
eBay watch: 1970s mushroom-style table lamp in orange
A real 'statement' piece for your living room – this mushroom-style table lamp in orange.
Out of the 1970s, but still cutting a fine figure in the modern era, the lamp has a base and top of chrome-plated metal, with that bold orange shade in plastic. Tall too – standing at 20 inches (50cm), with 'very, very good above-average' stated for the condition.
Want it? Right now, bidding is at £1.
