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Vinnie Canvas T Bar Shoes from Topshop

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T-bar strap shoes are always an easy and effective way to achieve a mid-20th century style, providing that timeless finish to outfits from the twenties to the sixties. For those who find heels hard to bear, Topshop have provided an ideal alternative in these Vinnie Canvas Flats, with all the chic of their heeled sisters.

Made from a cotton canvas, the shoes are comfortable enough for wearing every day and dancing in all night, with a suede toe cap and leather strap too. The peach shade adds some extra retro appeal, providing an unusual take on old fashioned jazz shoes. Practical doesn't always have to compromise on pretty, eh?

They're available from Topshop now for £25.

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Hello Sailor Doughboy Hat by Lilly Lewis

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While we’ve featured many subtle nautical inspired pieces from the high street this Spring and Summer, sometimes occasion calls for something decidedly more daring in your retro wardrobe. This Hello Sailor Doughboy Hat by Lilly Lewis is just such an accessory, ready to inject some undeniable spark into any outfit.

With a definite thread of inspiration coming from fifties pin-up fashion, this handmade gem ticks all the right boxes for a vintage inspired look. With red and blue breton stripes, the rosette detail is just the perfect addition to a subtle shape and size. Ideal for instantly adding a retro edge to any outfit.

It’s available online in the UK from Dollydagger for £39.

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Art Deco Alexa Hairband by Rock ‘n Rose

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Pre-war retro looks are much less common on the high street, so it can often take a little bit more digging for lovers of twenties and thirties fashion to find affordable items. These Alexa Headbands from vintage-style accessories brand Rock 'N Rose are a rare gem, at a snip too.

The UK based designers have a knack for simple and stylish vintage pieces, and this piece is no different. The use of sequins within a sharp art deco fan design gives some very twenties sparkle to a simple item. The hairband makes it an easy piece to wear for any occasion to boot.

Get them online from Rock 'N Rose for £22 each.

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Rose Veil Pillbox Hat from Accessorize

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Pill box hats and miniature birdcage veils are one of those few retro accessories guaranteed to give an immediate impact. There's no mistaking the vintage inspiration in this Rose Veil Pill Box Hat from Accessorize, making a statement while being easy to wear.

The monochrome colour scheme keeps this classic, easy to wear with a variety of outfits and prevents it from being over the top. With the hat fixed to a simple hairband, this version will be easy to wear, without losing the impact of its vintage roots.

Get it from Accessorize at Monsoon now for £28.

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Corto 85 Pumps by Christian Louboutin

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Simple and beautifully designed Mary Jane pumps are an absolute must have for any retro wardrobe, providing the ideal versatile shoe for a variety of vintage inspired looks, across the decades. While many of us have cheaper versions worn to death, this is one shoe worth investing your pennies in for a lasting version.

These Corto 85 Pumps by Christian Louboutin are some of the most ideally versatile we've seen, with a mid heel height and unfussy design. The button-fasten straps, rounded toes and slim heel make these ideal for anything from forties looks to classic sixties style.

Get them online from Net-a-Porter for £440.

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