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1940s-inspired Wilderness mountain parka by Heritage Research

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Heritage Research has a knack of finding vintage styles and re-inventing them for a modern audience, but it has certainly excelled itself with this Wilderness mountain parka.

It's based on a 1940s mountain parka, made from 'the finest' Fox Brothers green and black Herringbone wool, with added detailing including a fitted peaked hood with rope cord and leather adjusters, button and concealed zip fastening, a leather bound edge, English horn buttons and a Swiss military grade Riri zip. There are also four front pockets plus adjustable buttoned cuffs, a drawstring hem and Navajo pattern fleece lining.

All of that will set you back £315.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Marilyn Retro Swimsuit by Pinup Couture

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There are few wardrobe items that are trickier to suit to any given body type than swimwear, which is partly why more and more of us are turning to retro pieces for the summer poolside months. Providing show-stopping style, as well as an endlessly flattering cut, this Marilyn One Piece from Pinup Couture is bound to prove popular.

The limited edition swimsuit is specifically designed to pull you in and push you up in all the right areas, creating a timeless silhouette whatever your shape. With ruching, halter neck and low cut leglines, this swimsuit manages to flatter without once looking boringly practical.

It's available now from Pinup Girl Clothing for $102. Get them while you can!

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Midnight Stalks Dress from French Connection

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Very often it can be a challenge to find retro fashion from any era other than the fifties and sixties. For those of you looking for a more unusual forties inspired look, this Midnight Stalks Flared Dress from French Connection takes some inspiration from the era to create a stunning frock.

The tea dress shape is elaborated on with longer sleeves and more exaggerated dimensions to the silhouette. Taking the famously forties shoulder accentuation, the sharp lines are made feminine by a flowing skirt and fitted waist. Finished in a silky fabric with antique-style bird print, it's a certain talking point for your wardrobe.

It's available new in at French Connection now for £75, as part of their Autumn/Winter 2010 preview.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Conversation Dress by Miss Selfridge

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Tea dresses in a classic forties and fifties style are becoming increasingly common on the high street at the moment, allowing designers to push the style further than block colours and understated prints. While that approach can be hit and miss for retro lovers, this Conversation Dress by Miss Selfridge gets it spot on.

The structure is chic and timeless, with a sailor-style collar adding some fifties appeal to a late-forties dress shape. With a delicate butterfly print throughout, monochrome colouring is softened and feminine thanks to the use of cream instead of bright white.

It's available now from Miss Selfridge for £39.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Coco Bean Dress by Closet

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Modern tea dress interpretations are becoming increasingly common on the high street, creating a great summer choice. Thankfully for us, most versions retain some of their vintage roots with charm and style. This Coco Bean Dress by Closet is no different, leaning on a forties shape for inspiration.

The print is more modern than a forties look, without compromising the retro roots of the dress. Flutter sleeves and a shirred waist are modern touches, which in turn help to create a feminine retro silhouette.

Get it online from Oli for £38.

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The Ava Dress by Stop Staring!

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While assymetrical dresses have gone through many incarnations throughout recent decades, a one-shouldered gown is a great way to a classic vintage Hollywood look. This Ava Dress by RTG favourites Stop Staring! has an irresistible hint of that glamour at far less than red carpet prices.

Made from a stretch bengaline fabric, this dress's charm is in the superb cut and fit. Hugging the curves in just the right places, the luxurious gathering at the waist and shoulder add an extra element of 40s/50s class.

Get it from the Stop Staring! online store for $130.

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