Category: Women’s Fashion

Forties looks are all about the accessories, especially fantastic hair and hats. If you’re going after a very glam forties look for special occasions, this Circular Satin Fascinator by Lilly Lewis is ideal.

Available in black, red and blue, each classic colour provides an eyecatching addition to the often simple and chic clothing of the 1940s. The birdcage style veil adds an air of Old Hollywood, while the uncomplicated design of the hat piece makes this easy to wear with a variety of hairstyles.

It’s available online from Dollydagger now for £29.

Find out more from the website

It's mid season sale time, and while much of the high street's clearance wears might not be to fashion forward tastes, it's a great time for retro lovers to snap up some classics.

This year has seen plenty of eighties fashions in mainstream shops and these Stud Shoes from Miss Selfridge are an instantly 80s pair. Made from an electric blue suedette, the contrast of blue and gold is perfect. The stiletto heel and delicately pointed toe tie in with the theme well, without being over the top.

Get them now for just £17.

Find out more from the website

Much of the retro lingerie reproductions currently available can tend towards the pinup end of things, but if you're looking for more casual, everyday lingerie these Topshop Teddys are a great choice.

Providing a subtle sexyness, these are a great ode to 1940s and 50s style nightwear. Available in navy, black and a fabulous vintage mink cream, the classic relaxed feel makes this piece great. With a loose fit and well cut shorts, these are leagues ahead of those old PJs, but are still comfortable enough to be perfectly practical.

Get yours from Topshop now for £28.

Find out more from the website

As supermarket fashion brands grow and grow, the phrase cheap and cheerful becomes even truer of these affordable items. Tesco's Florence & Fred line has grown from a bastion of basics to providing some classic, fashionable items that anyone can wear.

This Gingham Sundress is inspired by a casual fifties daywear look, and is a great everyday dress for retro lovers. With a sweetheart neckline, full skirt from the waist and chic gingham print, all the hallmarks of the vintage era are there. It's available in a great size range of UK8 to UK22.

Get yours from Tesco stores or online now for just £16.

Find out more from the website

Simple minidresses in an A line shape often seem inordinately hard to find, but every so often the high street comes up with a dress that you can wear again and again. This Tipped Shell Dress from Miss Selfridge is one you'll always find the occasion to give an airing.

With a classically sleek mod shape, this simple dress has a perfect sixties silhouette. The mid-60s vibe is enhanced by the monochrome palette and the high neckline. White accents at the bust give this a lift from being a run of the mill little black dress, but they're classic enough not to age.

Get yours from Miss Selfridge for £38.

Find out more from the website