Category: Women’s Fashion

It’s always the little things in an outfit that transform it into a vintage ode, and accessories like hosiery and socks are one of the easiest ways to get your look just right. Tights Please sell a huge range of legwear for any occasion, but it’s their designer knits that capture the retro look.

Whether you’re looking for sixties style over knee socks or fifties bobby socks, they have them. These Wolford Velvet socks (left) and Jonathan Aston Ankle Socks are available in a range of colours and in plush materials. Best of all, they’re a great price for accessories that will go with almost anything.

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Scarves continue to be a key accessory into this autumn and winter, and Miss Selfridges currently has this 70s Pop Silk Scarf amongst its range.

Made from 100% silk, it has a bold orange, green and blue flower pattern on a white background. It is can be tied in a number of ways and can be used as a belt as well as a scarf.  Team with wide-legged jeans for classic 1970s style!

It costs £15 and is available to order online from the Miss Selfridges website.

Another piece of great merchandising from the V&A’s Cold War Modern exhibition – this 60s-style Dome Umbrella.

Yes, straight out of Swinging London, the umbrella has a cover made of strong PVC, with a number of see-through portholes so you can immerse yourself to keep dry, whilst still being able to see where you’re going.

Take your pick from the red above or pink, grey or black, all selling for a bargain £10.

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I’m pretty sure no one needs telling anymore that for the complete fifties look a cardigan is an absolute must. Whether you’re going for Audrey Hepburn inspired Upper East Side style, or a more Las Vegas grind type pin-up look, New Look have surprisingly got things sewn up.

Their new Autumn range has a huge selection of fitted knitwear to keep you warm and far from frumpy. It features some far from tacky animal prints for the rockabilly girls, and many more demure options for the rest of us.

Prices range from just £10 – £20 in the shops and on the website.

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