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Ivalyn Sequin Dress from Missguided

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Since the resurgence of maxi dresses on the high street some years ago, the offerings have been largely casual and summery. Tapping into a more glamourous aesthetic, this Ivalyn Sequin Dress from Missguided provides a different retro influence for your Christmas wardrobe.

The simple shape and cut of the dress allows accessories to adapt it into a variety of retro looks, from a high glam 50s Hollywood look to a late seventies chic. The strapless cut shows just enough flesh to contrast the long skirt, while black sequins provide a sparkle without the expense of beading.

It's available online from Missguided for £44.99.

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Embellished Collar Dress from Miss Selfridge

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Among the many sharp, mod inspired sixties pieces available at the moment, there is still plenty of room for a more dreamy and ethereal silhouette in a vintage look wardrobe. Still clearly retaining that sixties influence, this Embellished Collar Dress from Miss Selfridge offers a more girly retro aesthetic.

The chiffon fabric creates a great bell sleeve look, enhanced by the accented cuffs to match the collar. The neckline and peephole detailing at the collar are the key to the dress's retro appeal, however, adding some subtle impact to a dress that's feminine without being over the top.

It's available now from Miss Selfridge for £50.

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1960s-style embellished peter pan collar dress at Warehouse

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Packing something of a late '60s vibe is this embellished peter pan collar dress at Warehouse.

Made primarily of viscose in black, it's a fairly short number with a wide, flowing cuff and that contrast peter pan collar, which adds a bit of contrast, not to mention some impact.

Available online and inshore, you can secure one for £60.

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Kettle Corn Dress by Emily and Fin

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For the Christmas party season the high street is always determined to encourage us into buying a statement dress that only gets worn once. This Kettle Corn Dress by British designers Emily and Fin provides an alternative that's just as special, with classic and timeless looks you can wear again and again.

The dress has a perfectly pitched silhouette, with a fifties style circle skirt and fitted bodice. The off the shoulder straps create an effortlessly elegant neckline, reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn's chic affinity for the little black dress.

Get it online from ModCloth for $109.99.

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Military Dress by Bettie Page Clothing

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While a more subtle military influence is all the rage in mainstream fashion at the moment, there are times when our retro wardrobes call for something altogether more literal. This Olive Military Dress from Bettie Page Clothing takes the trend at face value to create a wonderfully kitsch dress straight from the forties and fifties wardrobe.

The structured tailoring makes a real impact, creating a bombshell hourglass silhouette on any frame. With a square neckline, double breast buttons and cutesy pleating at the hemline, the dress has plenty of military details to boast about. The rest is kept classically vintage themed, with wide shoulders and a slim pencil skirt cut creating a killer late forties look.

Get it online from Bettie Page Clothing for $134, also available in grey.

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Tobacco Shift Dress from Miss Selfridge Petites

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This Autumn/Winter season's mainstream fashion seems to have taken influence from a wide variety of retro looks, some designers with more success than others. Miss Selfridge seem to be on a winning streak, especially when it comes to sixties dress design.

This Tobacco Shift Dress from their Petites range has unmistakeable sixties inspiration, providing a perfect minidress for the colder months. The sleeveless a-line shape, peter pan collar and tuxedo detailing are all pitch perfect for the decade. It's the unusual tobacco shade, however, that's won us over, providing a less seen vintage shade that's irresistible.

Get it now from Miss Selfridge for £40.

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