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Meg Oxford Shoes from American Apparel

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There's often a grey area where retro fashion is concerned, where enthusiasts argue between looking like a hip vintage kid and really rather old fashioned. If the latter has you screaming "But that's the point!" in your head, these Meg Oxford Shoes from American Apparel might just be right up your street.

Daring to veer from the tried and tested retro footwear styles like Mary Janes and brogues, these classic American dance shoes are made by Tic-Tac-Toe. Made in quality real leather or suede, the low heel and fringed front detail are reminiscent of a timeless forties shoe, versatile enough to wear on the dancefloor or off.

They're now available from American Apparel in the UK for £65, in a wide variety of colour choices.

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The Kensington Dress from ModCloth

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When retro fashion references London they most often dive straight into Carnaby Street in the mid sixties, often eschewing the many other heritage fashions England's capital has to offer.

This Kensington Dress from ModCloth has turned that around, plundering the wardrobes of a more upper class and traditional type of young London lady. The use of a subtly shaded tartan print adds some heritage feel, with a structure that treads the line between youthful and demure well. A circle skirt with a slightly revealing neckline creates a turn of the sixties look that will still pack a punch.

It's available online from ModCloth for $89.99.

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Bird Print Blouse by Chloe

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With the rise in popularity of turn of the sixties fashion, the more formal end of the decade's fodder has come to the fore. Capturing the workwear end, a la madmen, this Bird Print Silk Blouse by Chloe is well worth a look.

With a delicate and timeless print, the blouse lends from the fifties in choice of print, while details like the pussy bow neckline and more masculine sleeves hint to the development of womenswear to come.

It's available online in the UK from Matches Fashion for £755.

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Funnel Neck Military Coat from Marks and Spencer

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With a piece of clothing as often worn as coats and jackets, the high street often relies on vintage inspiration to create a look that's lasting and versatile. That means there's plenty to plunder for retrophiles, like this Funnel Neck Military Coat from M&S.

From their Perfect line, the coat's structure is tried and tested with a double breasted front, funnel neck and structured A-line shape. The military design points at the buttons, along with a bubblegum shade of pink give this a real mid sixties feel, too, providing a head turner that you can wear again and again.

It's available now from Marks and Spencer for £79.

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Leopard Faux Fur Coat from Next

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Once upon a time, before fashion's politicisation, fur was an unmistakeable signifier of your status as someone of both wealth and taste. Thanks to faux fur versions of everything, we can now achieve an homage to days gone by, without the dubious morals thrown in.

This Leopard Faux Fur Coat from Next is part of their latest sixties-inspired line, tapping into an Edie Sedgwick style. Hers was the look that tread the line between sharp style and just a little bit trashy to perfection. The swing style ideally carries the bold print and fabric choices, creating a look that's feminine without being overblown.

Get it now from Next for a thoroughly affordable £55.

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Bow Shift Dress from Oasis

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The shift dress has evolved throughout the decades, but many modern designs still retain all the classic retro appeal of their 1960s counterparts. This Bow Shift Dress from Oasis has some thoroughly 21st century touches, while keeping that vintage feel.

A head-turning shade of red adds some vampish appeal to an otherwise demure and girlish mid-sixties look. A straight cut, bow detailing and high neckline combine to create a mid-decade silhouette, with a mid thigh hemline to finish the look.

It's available now from Oasis for £55.

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