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Patent Leather Carry Case by French & English Confectioner’s

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While we are big fans of truly vintage-look bags and accessories from new designers and the high street, there's always room in our hearts for a more quirky retro option. This Patent Leather Carry Case by French & English Confectioner's has an irresistible charm that's unique.

The rich cream shade of patent leather is the ideal backdrop for a briefcase style illustration, printed directly on to the bag front. With carry handles and a sizeable inner, it's ideal for both weekends away and work days with your laptop.

It's available online from Not On The High Street for £155.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Ginger Slinky Cape Dress from Topshop Maternity

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For vintage loving ladies the choices in maternity wear amount to little more than smocks and more smocks – the much maligned, shapeless garb for all pregnant women well into the 1970s. Thankfully we now have modern retro choices like this Ginger Slinky Cape Dress from Topshop Maternity to keep you looking chic at all times.

The cape style dress has the draped glamour of a seventies frock with the practicality of late maternity clothing built right in. In a luxurious ginger shade of fabric, the sheen has a slight Studio 54 feel, ideal for eveningwear. The empire line facilities the baby-bump without looking out of step, too.

Get it now from Topshop for £40.

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Stitch ‘n’ Snip Necklace by In All Her Finery

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We've long admired jewellery boutique In All Her Finery's eye for vintage inspired chic here at Retro To Go. Alongside quirky brand choices, their own brand creations provide a unique and high quality choice of retro costume jewels, like this Stitch 'n' Snip Necklace.

Using a Victorian style sewing machine and scissors as a pendant, the miniatures are as delicate and stylish as the real thing. Mounted on a long silver chain, this necklace is a piece that can brighten up any retro wardrobe.

It's available online from the In All Her Finery shop for £14.50.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Sleeveless Houndstooth Dress from Matalan

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Like many budget clothing stores in the UK, Matalan's latest womenswear output has taken the brand from functional to fashionable for all consumers. This Sleeveless Houndstooth Dress displays their newly found eye for style, with a sixties influenced dress for less.

The sleeveless a-line shape provides the basis for a great mod look, while the monochrome houndstooth print is sharp and chic. The addition of black trim at the pockets and peter pan collar adds some structure and effortless mid-sixties feel.

Get it now from Matalan for only £18.

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Short Cross Front Dress by Issa

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Arguably the seventies' most enduring dress style was the wrap dress, a style invented by Diane von Furstenberg that became a lasting wardrobe staple across decades. This Short Cross Front Dress by Issa provides a stylish take on the style, using stylish retro simplicity.

The wrap front section is given a unique flavour thanks to the gathered draping, creating texture and shape without detracting from the elegance of the dress. With the original deep v-neck and a mid-thigh hemline, the bright red shade manages to be vampish without a hint of tacky.

It's available online in the UK for £480 from Matches Fashion.

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Ava Camel Cape from Boohoo

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The selection of retro outerwear available on the high street is ever expanding, and it's only getting better thanks to the comeback of the classic cape. Perfect for a more unique military influenced piece, this Ava Camel Cape from Boohoo has plenty of subtle sixties charm.

The luxe camel fabric gives an air of heritage appeal, enhanced by the simplicity of the cape design. The epaulettes and double breasted buttons provide the hint of military influence, while a perfect wide a-line shape is simple and stylish.

Get it online from Boohoo for £40.

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