Category: Women’s Fashion

Two in one dresses have had something of a resurgence of late, and while a dress and top combined may not be any more practical than separates, some are worth a look. This Dristi Dress by Theory is a cute, 60s look version that's simple and chic.

Combining a wool vest top with a plain black mini, the dress works the sixties block colour look well in subtle grey and black. The skirt has a high waist and an a-line cut, combining with the fitted vest top to provide a great retro silhouette.

It's available from Shopbop online for $297.

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Since its launch in May of this year, Marks and Spencer's retrospective 125 Years range has brought us some of the best styles from their huge archive of womens fashion. The looks keep on coming with their latest collection for Christmas, from forties to eighties styles.

This Floral Prom Dress by Per Una is a fifties look with just the right balance between luxurious and demure. The circle skirted dress has an instantly 50s silhouette, complimented by a floral design and high waist belt detailing. A satin finish gives it some modernity without losing the vintage inspiration.

Get it now from Marks and Spencer for £75.

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While most of the best retro reproduction brands featuring forties and fifties clothing cater well to plus size ladies, there's much less choice among sixties clothing. Thankfully the high street have it covered with items like this Swing Coat from Evans.

In a great lemon yellow shade that evokes a mid sixties London aesthetic, the silhouette is simple and chic. An A-line cut, flared sleeves and a high funnel collar are simple but effective retro details, while the contrast coloured buttons are the perfect finish to a lasting style.

Get it now from Evans for £65.

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Cutesy dresses for the daytime seem to be less and less common on the high street, as the swathes of fancy Christmas dresses fill the racks up. This Daisy Print Dress by Culture is one of few, and it's got a certain retro charm to boot.

A relaxed mini dress style, it takes inspiration in shape from seventies tunic dresses. The loose, billowing cut works well with a playful floral print to give a piece of seventies folk style. Easy to wear, either over jeans or on its own, this dress is a perfect piece of lesser-seen casual retro wear.

It's available online from Oli for £35.

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