Category: Women’s Fashion

Old Hollywood glamour isn’t something that oftens crops up on the UK high street. For real retro eveningwear with something of a Marilyn Monroe style starlet edge, this Ashish sequin dress is a great ode.

With a thankfully basic silhouette, the full sequin dress isn’t overdone. The classic black also aids the look, since we unfortunately don’t have the aid of black and white film to add to the authenticity. This dress creates a great, curved silhouette that, when worn right, could be the ideal in ageless glamour.

It’s available from Topshop now for £150, due to its all over sequin composition.

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Tea dresses might not be at the forefront of current fashion trends anymore, but that means they can once again become a safe marker of retro loving style. The 40s and 50s dress shape is a classic, best done in florals, that’s carried off to a T by this version from Oli.

The dark material works well to take this style into the colder months, keeping it soft and feminine with the florals and chiffon style material. Shirring and a great cut allow this to fit snugly for a flattering silhouette.

It’s available online now from Oli for £50.

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Cardigans are a must have staple of any 50s inspired look, be it rockabilly, cheesecake or pin-up. This J. Crew jacket style cardi is one of the best modern interpretations I’ve seen from a mainstream fashion store. It’s only fitting, then, that it seems to be named for a great starlet of the time, Ms. Tippy Hedren.

The leopard collar is, of course, the statement making element of this piece, but the quality also meets the looks. Made in a Milano-knit merino wool it’s a lasting piece of Italian craftsmanship.

Get yours from J. Crew online for $298.

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As far as retro styled winter-wear goes, capes are an under-rated choice. Especially perfect for 60s devotees, this military styled ladies version from ASOS is a great shape and style that’s just as wearable as it is good looking.

Made from an acrylic/wool blend, it’s sure to keep you warm while not being out of the price range of most of us. With a high neck as well as the great A-line silhouette, it’s a classic shape done well and simply.

Get it from ASOS online for £65.

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Bettie Page Clothing make some of the most glorious reproduction 50s glamour fashion available on the web, but sometimes getting dressed up to the nines just isn’t practical. If you’re searching for the ideal way to take retro looks into your daywear, this Wendy dress is worth a look.

Made from black bengaline for that genuine pin-up style fit, this dress is a great Winter choice thanks to its 3/4 length sleeves and high neck. With a full circle skirt, the shape is perfect, while the rest of the design is kept simple in monochrome, making this perfect for day or a less formal evening outfit.

It’s available online from Pin-Up Parade for £65.

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For those of us who wish to do our bit for Mother Earth, shopping for apparel can be a bit of a minefield. While many manufacturers are switched on to ethical means, they’re often those with less exciting designs to offer. That’s where Enamore comes in, with their use of sustainable, organic fabrics.

Added to their own collections are some new designers including Nanny K. Making great vintage styled hair accessories and hats, they’ve taken inspiration from Hawaii and pin-up style. The end result is wearable retro for day and night.

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