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Swimwear of the day: Retro hula girl bikini and one-piece by W.E.T
Swimwear of the day: Retro hula girl bikini and one-piece by W.E.T
4 April 2013
Fans of retro / fifties style swimwear will be in heaven with the German brand W.E.T, who produce modern takes on classic styles, in gorgeous kitsch prints like this tropical hula girl design. This is a new brand to me, and I'm so happy to have discovered it  More
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So what exactly is our obsession with 1950/60s nostalgia all about?
So what exactly is our obsession with 1950/60s nostalgia all about?
5 March 2013
We ask the question - 'what fascinates us so much with 1950s nostalgia?' Tell us if you agree...  More
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Dress of the day: Hobbs Invitation red Maze dress
Dress of the day: Hobbs Invitation red 'Maze' dress
22 November 2012
This dress is the kind of thing a Stepford Wife might wear at Christmas, and that's less of a bad thing in my book than it may be in yours. I love a retro, 50s inspired shape, and this stiff-skirted dress definitely harks back to that era. The colour...  More
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Get the look: Taylor Swifts pretty vintage dress
Get the look: Taylor Swift's pretty vintage dress
23 October 2012
Taylor Swift's new album Red went on sale today, which means she's been burning the candle at both ends on a promotional trail that's included just about every TV show in America, plus a stop off at an event sponsored by budger retailer Target to publicise the  More
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Shopping Gallery: retro-inspired Sundresses for Spring
Shopping Gallery: retro-inspired Sundresses for Spring
25 April 2012
The sun may be hiding away today, but we refuse to fall into the trap of writing about nothing but rain macs and umbrellas! Instead, we're looking forward, towards warmer weather, the final arrival of a proper Spring, Summer holidays and an excuse to prance  More
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Milan Fashion Week Spring / Summer 2012 - Prada
Milan Fashion Week Spring / Summer 2012 - Prada
23 September 2011
Miuccia Prada took us on a nostalgic trip back to the 1950s with her gorgeous Spring / Summer collection. Apparently, she was inspired by the word 'sweet' - something the fashion industry often looks down on - which would explain the candy colours, heart-like  More
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Dita Von Teese for Wonderbra: The second installment
Dita Von Teese for Wonderbra: The second installment
27 April 2009
She's baaack...! The second Wonderbra by Dita Von Teese collection is ready to hit the shelves, with more glamorous 1940s and 1950s styles...  More
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The best news ever for retro fashion fans: What Shall I Wear by Claire McCardell is being reprinted
The best news ever for retro fashion fans: What Shall I Wear by Claire McCardell is being reprinted
7 January 2009
Claire McCardell has been called the USA's first fashion designer, and though her name might not be as instantly recognisable as Coco Chanel or Christian Dior, she's definitely up there with the greats in terms of the influence she had on style and contribution  More
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Shopping Guide: Where to buy 40s / 50s vintage reproduction, retro rockabilly and burlesque clothing
Shopping Guide: Where to buy 40s / 50s vintage reproduction, retro rockabilly and burlesque clothing
5 December 2008
The retro finds on my Christmas wishlist yesterday had Angel asking where else she could find vintage reproduction dresses and retro / rockabilly styles. Longterm readers will know that this is one my favourite subjects, so I'm happy to share some of my finds  More
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What swimsuits looked like in 1952 - would you wear them?
What swimsuits looked like in 1952 - would you wear them?
17 June 2008
Have you started stocking up on (more) swimsuits for your summer holidays? If you haven't check out this video for a look at what women were wearing 56 years ago in 1952. These were days before the skimpy bikini's we know of now. There are swimsuits which are  More
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Rockabilly babes and wannabe bombshells - Vivien Of Holloway is no longer your best kept secret!
Rockabilly babes and wannabe bombshells - Vivien Of Holloway is no longer your best kept secret!
20 May 2008
Bombshell-inspired clothing has always been a favourite of mine, but the difficulty in getting hold of labels like Stop Staring and Bettie Page in the UK means it's not often I can indulge my inner Marilyn. Luckily, help is at hand. Vivien of Holloway is a dr  More
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Agent Provocateur new swimwear range to hit the shelves
Agent Provocateur new swimwear range to hit the shelves
24 April 2008
Could times be any more exciting over at Agent Provocateur right now?  More
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H&M Divided for Autumn
H&M Divided for Autumn
23 July 2007
Low-priced European retailer H&M has announced details of its 'Divided' range! You can't beat H&M for funky bargain...  More
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