All out flapper style is not exactly the practical choice for everyday wear, but for a nod to the look check out this Purple Mannequin silk scarf from Polly & Prince.
Made from 100% silk georgette, it’s not just the lady on the print that’s luxurious. This scarf also boasts that it’s made lovingly in the UK, so ethical shoppers can be at ease. That does mean a considerable hike up to the price, though, at £99.
To match your Mondrian dress, you can now pick up this Kara Ross Mondrian-style clutch bag.
This high-end leather accessory has a chain-link shoulder strap, those geometric coloured panels on the front and back and pockets that sit on the lining.
If all that appeals, maybe the price will put you off – a whopping £1,675.
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While fashion has been touching upon the more obvious ends of seventies fashion with flared jeans and chunky brown leathers, there’s room left in the retro wardrobe for some true seventies glamour.
This Malene Birger Chiarina tunic dress is a perfect example of vintage inspired couture. The geometric print and unmistakably seventies colour palette work alongside the tunic style to make this fit for any well turned out lady of the decade. This dress can be dressed up or down too, as it’d be perfect over jeans to get the most out of a great piece during the day.
It’s available online from Net-a-Porter and costs £200.
A little bit of retro style from before the 60s can be hard to come across, but thanks to the Red Dress Shoppe you can grab a little bit of 1920s style this summer.
This Gatsby blouse is simple but stylish with the monochrome detailing evoking a little bit of the deco period. This empire line cut with loose fitting from the waist is perfect flapper style. The plunging square back and cascade pleating add some glamour to make this perfect retro evening wear.
It’s available online from The Red Dress Shoppe for just $29.
Finding formal retro fashion for women can be a bit of a challenge, especially if you’re looking for a 60s flavour.
This simplistic shift dress is made into something a little bit more glamorous by the collar and cuffs beading. Taking the 60s A-line and adding bell sleeves adds to the retro appeal, while the gun-metal grey beads are a slightly modern twist.
The dress by design duo Alice and Olivia is available online from Shopbop for $484.
The retro inspiration from the fashion catwalks continues to filter all the way down to the highstreet and beyond, with Matalan being the latest to launch new retro ranges for women. Their Rydell Rocks fifties range and Retro Safari collection do exactly as they say on the tin, offering affordable gear with vintage inspiration.
Taking inspiration from the 40s right up to the 70s, the ranges steal a little bit of vintage inspiration from all over. Some styles are more on the money than others, but there’s something for everyone’s summer and they’re the usual bargain prices.
