Looking back through the annals of fashion history, it’s sometimes hard not to get irked by the eighties. While forties fashion kick-started many of the fantastic tailoring shapes and techniques we love, much of the more flambouyant themes of the decade have already been ‘done’ by designers in the eighties. Not a problem most of the time, but when the eighties ruined things, it really went to town.

That means that shoes like these Sherwood peep toes from Topshop can be worn either way, though good design thankfully stands the test of time. Wear them with your eighties clobber, or for a more sleek look try a forties style tea dress and set hair.

£55 from Topshop.

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Just because it’s becoming increasingly horrible outdoors, doesn’t mean that outerwear choices are confined to longline jackets and winter coats. If you’re looking for a more sleek jacket that’ll still keep you suitably warm, this Rosette Jacket by Fever isn’t half bad.

Taking inspiration from a few decades gone by, this jacket combines retro flavours with modern rather well. While the mix of 40s, 50s and a hint of 80s might not be to everyone’s tastes, it’s a little bit funky and very unusual.

Thanks to the winter-friendly wool mix fabric, this one will set you back £100 from Oli.

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