Fashion historians might best remember the 1960s as a decade of daring change, but not all the icons of the time had the daring license of rock and roll's stylish few. For your own piece of that very sixties balance between classic style and originality, this Vivi Rhinestone Dress by Milly is a great choice.
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Collarless Coat from Marc by Marc Jacobs
When the bigger budget designers tackle a classic and timeless 20th century look, there's nothing quite so effective thanks to their access to luxury fabrics and master tailoring. This Wool Angora Collarless Coat from Marc by Marc Jacobs captures a sixties look that does simplicity with undeniable style.
Blossom Print Dress from Wallis
If the 1960s in fashion was all about daring colour injections, the seventies interpretation of that trend brought with it an altogether more muted use of prints and shades. This Blossom Print Dress from Wallis shows the influence of the crossover of the two decades, with a relaxed and folky take on florals.
Double Breasted Coat by Tulle
It's often tempting to shy away from bold colours when buying a heavy coat, opting for neutrals to wear with everything. For truly vintage-inspired looks, however, an injection of the right colour palette can be the most effective choice. This Double Breasted Plaid Coat by designers Tulle is anything but dull, yet still manages to keep an edge of classic design.
Heraldic Print Shift from Matalan
Often when the high street attempts to interpret the more psychedelic vein of sixties fashion, the result can be an overblown and cartoonish image. With a more Autumnal colour palette and some simplistic styling, however, Matalan have managed to create a more chic image in this Heraldic Print Shift Dress.
Faux Fur Cardigan from Miss Selfridge
For a quick injection of vintage-look decadence in any wardrobe, faux fur is a great option for outerwear and accessories. While the original style icons wore the real thing, this Faux Fur Plunge Collar Cardi from Miss Selfridge has all the style without the tricky morals, and at a fraction of the price to boot.
