Category: Women’s Fashion

The 1980s was a decade known for co-opting retro era trends and putting its own slant on them. This Miss Selfridge dress is a great example of how the eighties put its own stamp on a very fifties look, the wiggle dress.

The form fitting wiggle shape and spot print keep the fifties them going, while the fabric choice and off the shoulder look make this an instantly eighties hit. Using larger spots instead of polka dots, this has the fun, bubbly look of the era with a sexy edge.

Get it from Miss Selfridge now for £28.

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Classic macs are always a retro wardrobe staple, but finding a coat with an extra retro touch is always worth your while. This Hobbs Clerkenwell Mac has classic styling with an injection of sixties chic.

With a sleek, linear spot print, this coat stands out without being too over the top for everyday wear. The high neckline and rounded collar are subtle details that provide a mid sixties style. This coat provides an extra edge of versatility as it's reversible, turning into a plain black classic.

Get it online from Hobbs for £169.

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Summer is the perfect time to adopt a more demure fifties look, with florals and swing style coming into their own. This Stop Staring! dress is a fantastic fifties reproduction that's perfectly light for summer.

The March Swing Dress has a great fifties shape, combining a circle skirt, high waist and a sweetheart neckline. The bow adds a subtle touch of embellishment, allowing the floral print to look uncrowded. The slightly muted colours give this a straight from the vintage shop look instead of looking like a modern piece.

Get it from Stop Staring! now for $158.

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Most of the retro reproduction swimwear available in the shops today pays homage to a curvy fifties look. If the pin up style isn't for you, check out this fantastic sixties look bikini from Michael Kors.

This Hipster Bikini two piece is classic and simple, with stylish and subtle details. The bold yellow combines well with white accents to provide a mid sixties colour palette. The bandeau top gives an androgynous, mod style to the bust, completely in contrast with the plunging 50s bustline. Finally, the button detailing on the briefs provides accents straight from a swinging sixties aesthetic.

Get it online from ASOS now for £160.

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While we're all paring back the layers in the stifling heat, the fashion world is proferring the newest Autumn fodder. This Princess Coat from Vivienne Westwood's Anglomania line is one of very few pieces that make you crave chillier climes.

The Princess Coat is made from a rich wool and cashmere blend, in a showstopping shade of red. The double breasted overcoat style is instantly feminised by the rounded collar style. The neatly tailored waist gives the skirt a sleek A line silhouette.

Get it online from Net-a-Porter for £465.

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