For a chic and timeless retro look there's nothing quite as effective as monochrome, mixing sharp lines with graphic contrasting shades. This Kiara Crepe Georgette Blouse from Boohoo stylishly combines a variety of fabric textures in a simple piece that's truly versatile.
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French Connection silk vest
Switch into autumn happily with this French Connection silk vest top.
Sadly the summer seems like it's almost over but don't despair – French Connection is at hand to make you feel better with this beautiful silk vest top. The top comes in four different colours but we love this mustard brown which would fit perfectly well with some straight-legged jeans. This 1970s-inspired top is good for layering but can be worn without anything on top for a night out. The silk is very soft and lovely on your skin and it's the perfect item to banish bad weather blues.
Get yours for £42 online.
Funnel Neck Top from New Look
For an instant shot of sixties style, the subtle line between femininity and androgyny is the perfect aesthetic to follow. This Colour Block Funnel Neck Top from New Look manages to effortlessly combine the two with an unmistakeable nod to British sixties style.
The sleeveless cut shows just enough skin to balance a bust-minimising cut in the bodice, with a funnel neck adding that extra retro edge to the silhouette. It's the structural lines of the colour blocking, however, than truly make this top, finished in a striking combination of orange-red and black.
It's now available from New Look for £16.99.
Fairisle Jumper by Pins & Needles
Festival season may be drawing to a close for another year, but the influence it has on fashion lines can be worthy of year-round wear. Especially when it comes with a stylish vintage influence, like this Fairisle Jumper by Pins & Needles.
The skinny knit sweatshirt has an easygoing air of seventies folk style, taking the Fairisle knit pattern and adding a chic femininity. A crew neck and short cut combines with a zip-fastening at the back to create a figure-hugging fit that flatters, while instantly creating a relaxed seventies silhouette.
It's available from Urban Outfitters UK for £42.
Colour Block Blouse from Whistles
Though it has been a British staple for over 20 years, Whistles is one of those brands that is often overlooked on the high street. Their recent lines, however, have focused on a cool and sophisticated aesthetic that draws heavily from vintage inspiration with great success.
This Colour Block Blouse is an ideal example of their use of subtle design and high end manufacturing and materials. Made from 100% silk, the blouse has an androgynous air of mid sixties style, with contrasted trims at the collar and placket creating sharp structure in both colour options.
It's available now in both shades from Whistles, priced at £125.
Rossana Peter Pan Blouse from Missguided
With so much of the appeal of mid-sixties inspired clothing lying in its structural, often buttoned up elements, it can be difficult to find pieces suitable for more stifling weather. Happily the look can still be achieved with much more summer-friendly fabrics, as shown in this Rossana Peter Pan Collar Blouse from Missguided.
The androgynous high collar and bust-minimising loose fit are still present to create that sharp mod-inspired feel, while a loose sheer fabric creates both a lightness and a daring glimpse of flesh. The contrasting black collar has an easy retro feel, with brass-look buttons to finish.
It's available online from Missguided for £16.99.