Every Autumn/Winter season it's the outerwear that most often draws on classic design for inspiration, providing a great choice for retro lovers across the eras. This Leatherette Trim Coat from Warehouse has a cool vintage inspired feel that will last for seasons.
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Kiara Crepe Georgette Blouse from Boohoo
For a chic and timeless retro look there's nothing quite as effective as monochrome, mixing sharp lines with graphic contrasting shades. This Kiara Crepe Georgette Blouse from Boohoo stylishly combines a variety of fabric textures in a simple piece that's truly versatile.
Ranya Corduroy Trousers by Malene Birger
The 1970s trend that was absolutely everywhere this Summer doesn't appear to be going anywhere soon, especially if the big name designers' new collections are anything to go by. This pair of Ranya Corduroy Trousers from By Malene Birger take the trend firmly into the Autumn/Winter season.
The use of a red wine shade of corduroy packs an instant retro punch, while flared wide-legs that kick from the hip create an instant 70s silhouette. The high waistline and fitted hips ensure these are unmistakeable in their inspiration.
Get yours online from My Wardrobe for £145.
40s Collar Dress from New Look
As Autumnal fare makes its way back on to the high street rails there's always an influx of retro styling to be found. With colour choices that fit ideally with a vintage inspired look, these 40s Collar Dresses from New Look are chic enough to wear all year round.
The dress is built on a classic tea dress shape, with subtle tailoring adding a delicate femininity to the flowing fabric. The wide collar and covered button fastenings are immediately pre-50s in style, creating a dress that's ideal for retro lovers, day or night.
Available in both colours shown, the dress costs £29.99 from New Look now.
Official Mad Men Collection at Banana Republic now available
We flagged it up some time back, but now it looks like the first items in the official Mad Men Collection are now available to buy online at Banana Republic.
The items have landed in the US store (which does international shipping), with clothing and accessories for both men and women designed by Janie Bryant, who designed the costumes for the TV show.
Some examples above and over the page. Above, you can see the lace tipped dress, with short sleeves, a draped neckline, a lace trim at neck and hem, invisible back zip and vented back hem. That sells for $150. The other is the lace dress, which has cap sleeves, a boat neckline and invisible back zip. $130 for that.
Leopard Print Driving Gloves from Agent Provocateur
When it comes to the smaller accessories it's often much easier to get away with a bigger statement, which is perfect for the more daring retro looks out there. These Leopard Print Driving Gloves from Agent Provocateur provide a lot of luxury in one small package, with an obvious vintage influence thrown in.
Gloves may have fallen out of regular favour, but a pair like these are good enough to find an occasion for. Made from a leopard print calf hair fabric, the red accents add a kitschy retro glamour that avoids being tacky thanks to the superb cut and quality.
They're available online from Net-a-Porter for £250.
