Category: Women’s Fashion

There's few more instantly recognisable 80s icons than those ubiquitous video game baddies, Space Invaders. Making an always fun and good looking talking point in fashion, designer James Willis has gotten on the bandwagon with these Space Invaders Tights.

An ideal way to use the print to unusual effect, the tights are emblazoned with the characters all over, in the original bright colour palette. Backed with dark navy, the design is truly faithful to its inspiration.

They're available online from Black Milk and will set you back $80, though popularity means they'll fly off the virtual shelves so you'd better be quick.

Blazers are a staple fashion item that have never gone out of
favour, constantly being reinvented for every era since they made the
crossover from suits to everyday jackets. This Navy Stripe Blazer from Dorothy Perkins is a great choice to gain a little retro chic in everyday outerwear.

Taking a classic pinstripe combined with timeless structure, the
blazer is feminised with a tailored waistline and single button
fastening. Navy cotton fabric gives this a feel of a late sixties or
early seventies piece, the perfect time when menswear items crossed
over into ladieswear. The lining's floral print gives some extra retro
appeal, appearing on the cuffs so it doesn't stay hidden.

It's available now from Dorothy Perkins for £35.

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Lace seems to be making a comeback on the high street, in the wake of many eighties revivals. If you're after a piece of unmistakeably eighties style without blowing the budget, these Lace Gloves from New Look are a fun idea.

Taking the eighties' love for accessories of all varieties, however impractical, these wrist length gloves are fingerless. Eschewing the obvious black, they're made in a baby pink shade, but still retain all the kooky charm of Madonna's black lace phase.

Exclusively available online, they cost just £4 – perfect for something you might not get to wear too often.

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The classic, figure-hugging wiggle dress has never quite gone out of style in womenswear. When it's done well, it can be a great choice for retro lovers thanks to its status as something of a fashion chameleon.

This Jersey Turtleneck Dress by American Apparel is a truly versatile version of the dress, made from a cotton spandex material that perfectly hugs the figure. The turtleneck, long sleeves and above the knee hemline combine to make the silhouette perfect to dress up for looks from the 50s to the 80s, with equal flair.

It's available in a great range of colours from black to red, and everything between, for £25.

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The foul weather across the world doesn't seem to be going anywhere soon, so investing in some seriously stylish outerwear is still worthwhile. This Crombie Coat from Oasis is a perfect choice for this time of year, transitioning easily from Winter to the Spring months.

With a classic cut throughout, this coat has an instant air of sixties chic. With a simple silhouette, single breast buttons and strong structured shoulders, it treads the line between suitwear and feminine chic with ease. Finished in a vintage look beige cream, the coat is thick without being too heavy for all year wear.

Get it now from Oasis for £130.

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