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Retro round sunglasses by Diane von Furstenberg

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Oversized sixties sunglasses have been everywhere for plenty of summers now, but with the seventies revival in full swing this season there's some more unusual retro options to explore. These Round Sunglasses by Diane von Furstenberg have an effortless seventies cool that's hard to resist.

The smaller rounded shape, along with thick heavy frames and a lightly shaded lens give a chic to this pair that recalls Annie Hall's post-beatnik aesthetic. From a designer known for her spot-on seventies looks, von Furstenberg has shown it's not just stylish print dresses she can offer to retro enthusiasts.

Get yours online from Matches Fashion for £125.

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Cream Lace Shift Dress from Dorothy Perkins

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For a truly authentic sixties look from your modern fashion, simplicity of cut is key. With mod looks opting for sharp lines and uncluttered structure, this Cream Lace Shift Dress from Dorothy Perkins is a perfect vintage-look choice for sixties enthusiasts.

The sleeveless, a-line cut of the minidress creates a cool retro silhouette, keeping the short hemline balanced with a high neck. The simple shape allows room for a textured fabric choice, with the designers using a retro floral lace throughout. Finished in a rich cream shade, this is a piece of sixties styled summer gear that doesn't put a foot wrong.

It's available now from Dorothy Perkins from their online concessions ranges for £35.

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Button Front Cape Blouse by Pippa Lynn

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When we think of sixties cape styles, most people recall luxurious coats and jackets. The unique silhouette wasn't just used in outerwear however, making this Pippa Lynn Cape Blouse a chic little sixties look item that stands out from the crowd.

The use of a flowing fabric allows for the swing shape to really shine, with a collarless neckline and three quarter sleeve length giving some delicate and subtle femininity. The use of a warm beige and red polka dot print adds some cutesy retro charm in keeping with the vintage inspiration.

Get yours online now from ASOS for £48.

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Seventies Striped Platforms from River Island

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The high street's big names have truly embraced this season's 70s trend, providing retro lovers with everything you need to emulate the era's many fashion tribes. It seems that footwear is the area where the designers are having most fun, with pairs like these Striped Platform Sandals from River Island.

Combining a chunky wooden platform heel with suede uppers, the textures are spot on for a sumptuous seventies look. Choose from the more classic muted colours or go all out with the Rainbow Brite-esque pair, each capturing a real vintage feel.

They're available now from River Island for £64.99.

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Cherry Pinup Bikini by Pinup Couture

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Dresses and skirts with fifties inspiration might be a must for the wardrobes of pinup enthusiasts, but the style truly comes into its own with sultry swimwear. Channeling the later pinup styles of the 1950s, this Cherry Pinup Bikini from Pinup Couture is a piece that's guaranteed to knock 'em dead.

The halter top, with tie detailing at the bust, accentuates the curves to help create that killer hourglass silhouette. With an option of full briefs or a retro high waisted short as bottoms, there's an option for most body types to finish the look. Made ina black cherry printed fabric, there's no mistaking the vintage appeal of this number.

It's available online from Pinup Girl Boutique for a total of $108, each piece sold separately.

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Tile Print Dress from Warehouse

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The late sixties and seventies saw a huge influence of Eastern and African influence making waves in the fashion world, with the use of prints and colour palettes gaining a whole new exoticism. This Tile and Stripe Print Dress from Warehouse is a cool ode to that era, creating a look with lots of seventies inspiration.

The dress structure is simple but effective, with a loose fit around the shoulders and bust thanks to the backless cut. This simplistic draping creates a real seventies luxury, while also allowing the complicated print to look classic and uncluttered. The tile print takes an African influence and adds some Western modernity thanks to a summery colour palette and the silk fabric finish.

It's available from Warehouse now for £65.

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