Category: Women’s Fashion

Of all the retro scenes that have undergone mainstream revivals, ska clothing has kept a relatively low profile. That makes it all the more exciting to see a reproduction design taking inspiration from this less plundered look, like this Specials Dress by Stop Staring.

While the dress shape is firmly grounded in a sleek fifties wiggle shape, it doesn't take away from the instant impact of the two tone check pattern. Providing an unusually vampy look for the scene, the dress is made from a stretch knit fabric for great fit that doesn't deny the sex appeal of ska.

Get it online from the Stop Staring shop for $158.

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Shoulder pads, handbags, mobile phones – everything was just that little bit bigger in the eighties, especially in women's accessories. These Square Stud Earrings from Urban Outfitters are a perfect example of the times when it works, creating an accessory that makes a chic retro statement.

The square stud, featuring coloured enamel and gold-look waved metal detailing, capture a Dynasty-style glamour that's unmistakeably 80s. Straight out of the wardrobe of Joan Collins, these earrings look authentically vintage in black, coral and cream shades next to a thoroughly vintage gold shade.

They're available new in at Urban Outfitters for £6 per pair.

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Got enough retro dresses to last a lifetime? Almost every one of the most convincing retro pieces for women comes in dress or skirt form, but for those of us who'd rather not bare our pins these Swing Trousers from Heyday are perfect.

In a great 40s style, these channel the early days of women's pants to create as chic and stylish a look as any dress. With a high waist, matelot style buttons for a nautical look and turn-ups, these are a great pair of formal trousers that are easy to dress up or down for effortless vintage style.

They're available from the Heyday website for £40.

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Much retro clothing keeps things classic by avoiding overt prints or very bold patterns. If you're after something to break up the block colours, this cute little Butterfly Tunic by Oli could be ideal.

The tunic shape is relaxed and easy to wear, but remains feminine and with a sharp sixties silhouette. A mini-length hemline and three-quarter length sleeves create that retro shape, made just relaxed enough for daytime by the fabric choice. The butterfly print is not quite authentically vintage, but captures the girlish whimsy of the mid sixties well.

Get it online from Oli for £38.

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While the weather continues to disappoint outside, there's always time for a year round retro fashion item to cheer us up. This Miu Miu Shift Dress is a gorgeous piece that you'll forget about the chill to wear out.

Sleek and luxurious, the dress takes a clear cue from sixties mod style, with an instantly retro shape. Keeping it simple, the sleeveless round neck perfectly offsets a slightly longer hemline. The thick, same coloured belt is perfectly placed at the waistline, giving a feminine edge to a straight cut dress.

Get it online from Net-a-Porter for £1150.

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