Category: Retro Women’s Fashion

Unashamedly fun summer dresses with a retro bent often make the best sixties looks, and the high street keeps coming up with gems. This Tribal Daisy Print Dress from Oasis is one of the most fun and funky we've seen in a while.

Taking the form of a sleek and simple shift dress, the bubbly daisy print avoids the overly girlish look via its tribal edge. The bright colour and above-the-knee hem combine with a high neckline to make a chic sixties look that's instantly sunny.

It's new in at Oasis for £70.

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Urban Outfitters often provide a modern take on retro influences throughout the 20th century, but they've added another string to their bow from vintage lovers. We've spoken about their Renewal range before, which takes vintage fabrics, trims and dressmakers' surplus to create brand new pieces.

This new Bold Print Skirt is made from an unmistakably vintage fabric, with great sixties looks. Thankfully for us, they've turned it into a skirt that is in keeping with the print in shape too. This miniskirt's high waist, A line shape and sharp pleats make it a perfect sixties look.

It's available now from Urban Outfitters for £35. Get there fast because their stock on Renewal pieces isn't often big.

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Since the sun's out, it's hard to resist some of the great retro styled swimwear on offer this season. Brand new from Pinup Couture is this fantastic Three Piece Vintage Bikini, which is top of the range in retro looks.

As with so many of the brand's designs, this bikini could pass for a real fifties ensemble, but with the added bonus of being manufactured in modern materials. The bikini consists of a halter top, high-waist briefs and a form-fitting skirt to create an irresistibly retro fifties look. Unlike so many retro swimwear designs, this is full lined for swimming, making it as practical as it is attractive.

Get it online from Pinup Girl Clothing for $80.

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In changeable climates, finding the ideal dress that you can wear come rain or shine is something of a challenge, especially when shelling out designer prices. This Diane von Furstenberg Della Dress is a great solution to that very predicament.

Taking a subtly retro shape, this dress is a rare gem in its versatility and style. The silhouette treads the line between fifties and sixties tailoring, while the navy and white stripe combines with the waist bow for a well done nautical effect. Suitable for dressing up or down all year round, this is one of those rare investment pieces that justify the price tag.

Get it online from Matches Fashion for £286.

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Military influence doesn't seem to be going anywhere, especially in coats and jackets. That's good news for retro lovers, as a classic military look provides a great sixties look that's easy to wear.

This Military Mac from ASOS is a great choice for cooler summer days thanks to its lightweight cotton materials. With a striking silhouette thanks to the pleated skirt and ruched shoulder style, the details of this coat are showstopping but subtle. The military style buttons on the breast and cuffs are perfectly complimented by a high collar and sleek lines throughout.

Get it online at ASOS for £59.

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