As well as stuffing yourself with fried rice and sweet & sour, celebrate Chinese New Year by taking some style inspiration from the 40s love affair with all things oriental.
Tag: forties
Cream Faux Fur Hat from Miss Selfridge
Of all the fabrics that instantly spell high end luxury, fur is a timeless classic. Faux fur options have improved hugely over the past couple of decades, looking every bit as glamorous as the real thing. This Cream Cossack Hat from Miss Selfridge is a chic and sumptuous retro accessory that uses faux fur to great effect.
Woody Guthrie’s New Years Rulin’s letterpress print by Andrew Chapman
Something with a 1940s vibe for your wall, this Woody Guthrie's New Years Rulin's letterpress print by Andrew Chapman.
Classic Starlet Evening Dress by Tara Starlet
For a genuinely head-turning vintage look it's hard to beat some of the dedicated retro reproduction brands out there, consistantly bringing us looks for every possible occasion. This Classic Starlet evening dress from Tara Starlet is arguably one of their most stunning designs, with unmistakeable vintage flair on show.
Anchor Print Dress from Oasis
While much of the fifties styled fodder from retro brands can be on the vampish and sexier side of the era's style, a more demure look can be just as appealing for lovers of vintage style. That's what makes this Anchor Print Dress from Oasis such a great look, with its more downbeat interpretation.
Ladies Suit from Tara Starlet
The onset of winter shouldn't mean having to ditch vintage daywear. Smarten up for the chillier months with this Ladies Suit from Tara Starlet.
