Category: Women’s Fashion

Floral prints aren't going anywhere from our highstreets by the looks of things, and Urban Outfitters have consistently picked floral prints with a vintage edge. This Woven Structured Clutch is no different, and its a great little retro piece.

Looking every bit like a bag that you could pick up in a well stocked vintage shop, the forties florals are accompanied by a simple struture. The result leaves the bag looking classic and simple, providing an easy way to inject some vintage look florals into your wardrobe no matter the occasion.

It's available from Urban Outfitters UK for £24.

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Seventies fashion in the US carried a great thread of old fashioned Americana that fits right in with the hippy folk aesthetic that the era is perhaps best remembered for. This Ditsy Western Shirt from ASOS's own line is a perfect summer shirt for a seventies look.

The ditsy print gives this a sunshiney, hippy look that not only looks retro, but is ideal for the coming summer months in the here and now. With a western motif in the chest, the white accents of the collar and cuffs give this an old-fashioned traditional southern states style that looks just as fresh now as it did then.

Get one from ASOS online for £24.50

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Most dresses with a fifties aesthetic are ideal eveningwear, but it can be hard to find a casual dress with the same style for those times when dressing up is just too much. This Stripe Block Poplin Dress from Topshop is by no means a perfect reproduction, but it does lend well from the era to create a great summer dress.

The fitted bodice contrasted well with the fuller skirt to give a retro silhouette. The striped print has a relaxed vintage inspired style, too. The overall look has a more modern edge, but with a circle skirt and cutesy summer look, it's a great daytime retro nod.

It's available new in at Topshop for £40.

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Icon is a word tossed around all too often, but it's undeniably apt when it comes to Twiggy Lawson. Still regarded as the face of sixties Britain, her image is much reproduced, but never seems to get tired. The latest on the UK high street is this t-shirt from Dorothy Perkins.

Using a black and white print of Twiggy at her most recognisable, with blonde crop and heavy eye make-up, this t-shirt is simple and striking. Plain cream cotton, fitted and flattering, this is a great little piece of frivolous sixties imagery. Easy to wear, and perfect for dressing up or down for day or night.

Find it online from Dorothy Perkins petite section for £16.

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It's been the first sunny day of the year round these parts, so it makes it an awful lot easier to start envisioning a summer wardrobe full of fab retro gear. With summery tops it makes sense not to make too big an investment, especially for those of us in the UK, since it might not get worn as often as you'd like.

These cutesey fifties style halter tops from Peacocks are an ideal addition to a summer staple wardrobe. With a curve flattering strap shape and sweetheart neckline, they're perfectly pinup. The polka dots and fresh, bright colours add some whimsy that's ideal for breaking up block colours to get a summery look.

Available in yellow, red, blue and classic black, these tops cost £7 each from Peacocks.

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It's coming up to Spring, and every year that means trench coats in all their forms, both from designers and the high street. Michael Kors has taken a simple and chic version for his Spring/Summer collection.

Part of his MICHAEL diffusion line, this coral code channels a mod take on the trench. With a girlish, vibrant shade coupled with a simplistic cut, this has a great sixties edge. The A-line silhouette works well both with and without the belt, while the lack of overdone detailing keeps it simple but effective.

Get this coat online from Nordstrom for $128.

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