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Yellow Short Circle Skirt from River Island

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When looking towards the 20th century for fashion inspiration, consumers and designers alike can often forget the gems that can be found in crossover eras. While fifties and sixties inspired styles are usually very distinct, the pieces which aim for the time in between are often the most intriguing.

This Yellow Button Circle Skirt from River Island utilises elements of fifties style, combined with some sharp 60s updates. The circle skirt is given an update with a shorter hem and matelot buttons, while the high waist and a-line silhouette remain intact. Finished in a chic mustard yellow, this skirt is versatile and instantly retro.

Get it from River Island now for £26.99.

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Utility Dress by Tara Starlet

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Utility Clothing was introduced towards the end of 1941 by the British government to cope with the short supply of fabric. The Incorporated Society of Fashion Designers, lead by the likes of Norman Hartnell, Digby Morton and Hardy Amies, created over 30 different utility clothing designs that became hugely popular and are still greatly evocative of the period today.

Darlings of the vintage reproduction scene Tara Starlet have paid their tribute to 1940s wartime fashion with their version of the classic Utility Dress. The pin spot dress, accented with white buttons and piping, is available in 5 colours. Pitch perfect 40s chic for attending all those vintage events over the spring and summer months.

The Utility Dress is £75 from the Tara Starlet website.

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Vintage 1930s evening opera bag

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This vintage 1930s evening bag should not just be reserved for the opera, although the sparkling beauty of it yearns to accompany your evening gowns.

It's in good condition, despite its age, and covered with hundreds of small white and clear beads in a sun ray pattern. There is a classic push back clasp and extra carrying strap, with a small inner pocket.

Truly something for a special occasion, it can be yours for £43.00 at SuzieFloozie.com

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Liberty RetroSuperFuture Sunglasses

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Perhaps February is a little early to be thinking about new sunglasses but this latest collaboration from RetroSuperFuture sunglasses and London design powerhouse Liberty is hard to resist.

The glasses are made of acetate and have a vintage-style cat’s eye shape and frames decorated with three well known Liberty prints. You can pick from Pepper, Poppy & Daisy or Peacock. Each pair comes in a matching and highly desirable box .

The glasses are handmade in Italy and have Zeiss lenses which means not only will you look stylish when wearing a pair, your eyes will be properly protected form the sun’s rays too.

The glasses cost £130 a pair and you can buy them from Liberty.

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Mariota Belted Chinos from Missguided

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With so many skirts and dresses available to retro lovers at the moment, a well observed pair of vintage inspired trousers is always a welcome addition. These Mariota Belted Chinos from Missguided are a versatile pair for a variety of 20th century looks.

The chinos are tailored with a high waist and cigarette pants style tapered leg, creating a silhouette that's well suited to either a sixties beatnik style, or an eighties nautical-inspired aesthetic. The grey shade elevates these into a statement piece, avoiding the basic black of so many others.

Also available in mink and black, they're now at Missguided online for just £18.99.

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Catwalk Queen Heels from ModCloth

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The finishing touches make all the difference to any retro look, with footwear playing a huge part in the transformation. These Catwalk Queen Heels from ModCloth are oozing with seventies chic, providing a simple but effective pair of vintage inspired shoes.

The rich purple has all the decadence you'd want from a disco-era look, made here from a vegan-friendly suede fabric. The stacked platform and thick heel create a very seventies outline, giving you towering height, while the ankle strap takes care of any potential wobbles while you're up there.

They're now available from ModCloth for $39.99.

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