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Cream Bow Heels from Marks and Spencer

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White high heels have come to have a terrible reputation in recent years, but it only takes one shade of difference to turn a pair into a classic vintage-look option. These Demi Wedge Bow Heels from Marks and Spencer are a cutesy retro pair that will pair with a great variety of looks from fifties to eighties.

The fabric uppers take away any hint of tackiness that might be present with faux leather, while keeping them affordable. With a rich cream shade, the bow detail adds just enough retro kitsch, while a simple rounded toe shape keeps things classic. Sweet and stylish, this pair will see you through a very vintage Summer.

They're now available from Marks and Spencer for just £25.

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Toronto chairs from Marks and Spencer

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Marks and Spencer seem to be exploring a retro look at the moment, as well as the Montford armchair we featured last month, they're also stocking these Toronto chairs. 

With their curvy maple veneer back and set, they have more than a passing resemblance to Arne Jacobsen's Ant chair, which was launched by Fritz Hansen in 1952. The look is enhanced by the chrome legs (four of them in this case). The chair has been given a contemporary twist with a choice of pastel blue or green colour scheme. 

A pair of the chairs costs £69.

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Slash Neck Jersey Dress from Marks and Spencer

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Marks and Spencer might be last on most people's list of places to look for a vampish retro look, but you can count yourself pleasantly surprised thanks to this Stripe Jersey Dress from their new collection. Taking inspiration from an early sixties style, this is a dress to turn heads.

The jersey fabric is the ideal choice to enhance the wiggle dress style of this piece, with the contrasting stripe and black panelling creating killer curves too. The high slashed neckline ideally balances a slinky fitted bodice, while capped sleeves add some youthful appeal.

It's now available from Marks and Spencer for £45.

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Hollywood floor lamp from Marks and Spencer

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Always fancied yourself as a bit of a star from the golden age of cinema? While that may not be a very realistic daydream, you can at least capture some of the glamour from that era with this Hollywood floor lamp from Marks and Spencer. 

The lamp mimics the look of an old-fashioned spotlight with its large metal round shade and tripod legs. Top that off with the chrome finish and surely – at least in lighting terms – you will be ready for your close-up. 

The lamp costs £99.

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Marks and Spencer ‘Vintage’ flower throw

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Though it's definitely still Winter out there, Spring is beginning to filter into shops, in the form of new collections at least. Marks and Spencer's new collection includes some bright florals, including this 'vintage' flower throw. 

Decorated with clusters of blooms, though not vintage, it's definitely got a homely feel and could help make a cosy and stylish bedroom for generations to come. Made from cotton with a polyester fill, this throw (and the rest of the accompany collection) will be perfect for welcoming Spring when it finally does come. 

The throw costs £125. 

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Wool Check Dress from Marks and Spencer

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The chic, sharp lines of sixties style are usually found among the high street's Spring and Summer lines, but enough digging can produce great Winter options. This Wool Rich Check Dress from the Autograph Weekend line at Marks and Spencer combines all the structure of a retro look with practical fabric for the colder months.

Ideal for both mid-sixties mod or later ska styles, the check pattern is classic and subtle, with contrasting diagonal check pockets for accent. The high neckline, t-shirt sleeves and mid thigh hemline combine to create a sharp style that's countered by a loose sixties fit.

Get it now from M&S online or in selected shops for £45.

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