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Features News Trends My new loves for SS10 Zippity zip Model-of-the-moment: Dorothea Barth Jörgensen Saddle Shoes are in again! Golden Girl Valentine's Day: gift giving made easy Alexis Bittar Jewellery What does the colour red mean to you? ... with ketchup and mustard, please! Starlight, StarBRIGHT Who Wears Short Shorts? Jennifer Behr Alex & Ani Jewelry Stretch Me Yunhi Spring Collection Launches Sky High The Dress & Co. SS10 Collection Spring for Scarves Eye-popping prints A Much Needed Pop Of Color Cotton Basics for SS10 Animal Instincts Jennifer Behr A Peace Treaty Jewellery Street style made easy Luscious Bright Summer Pumps Jumpsuits are jumping back for Summer 2010 Summer swimsuit styles Nautical is back! Join the Boys Seven Days a Week with BE Underwear as Outerwear Stand out from the crowd in statement jewellery Giles & Brother Jewelry Haider Ackermann Style Evolution: Summer Hats Style Evolution: Gladiator Sandals To cut or not to cut? That is the question.... Shape Shifters S/S 10 Summer Shades Summer Shades Philippe Audibert Jewellery Forrest & Bob A Fine Art Animal Instincts Shades of Autumn Wear shorts this fall! Aviatrix Add a little neck Retro Chic Tailoring Simple Perfection Glamorous Crossbody Barefoot and beautiful…well almost Autumn Must Haves: Chic Tights! Asian fashion at it again... Little Jackets for your Feet Style Evolution: The Parka Autumn Must Have: Slim Belts Understated Sexiness: Tough Love Searching for Studs Understated Chic: Greys & Metallics Found: Fashion-Friendly Solution to Morning Hair From Work to Play With BE Bags! Grey Goddess Natural Nutmeg Dance Among the Supernovas Olive Oil Goodness Black Beauty Elbow Length Gloves Give your feet something to smile about Killer Spikes Rain, rain go away! Bold Buttons Ladylike Charm La Mer Collections A/W 10 Trouser Shapes Versatile Coffee Gearing Up For Winter! Fashionable Frou Frou Bold & Beautiful The Perfect Evening Cover-Ups Style Evolution: Shorts Three important S's for A/W 10 My Go to Shopper Star Wars infused fashion The Asian obsession continues... The Winter Maxi Shop, Style, and Stash ideas for your AW10 party look Dare to be Sheer Vintage Curiosities A Pop of Pink Get out your telescope This Season's Makeover Musts Add a little colour and structure to your wardrobe To Pleat, Or Not To Pleat Looking for a New Summer Wardrobe? The Perfect Pairing Girls' Night Out Spring for Wallets! How To Spring Clean your Wardrobe Top 5 Must-Have Fashions for Spring 2011 Top 3 Must-Have Spring Hats Must-Have Trend for Spring: Gypsy Rocker Must-Have Trend for Summer: Geisha Inspired What to Wear: Pool Party Chic Sneak Peak: H&M Summer ‘11 Collection Must-Have Trend of the Week: Tribal Pendants Upcoming AW11 Fashion Trends Upcoming AW11 Fashion Trends Best Pre-Fall 2011 Looks How To Wear It: The Satchel Bag Must-Have Trend of the Week: Star Print Get the Look: Ginnifer Goodwin Fall Fashion Forecast: Polka Dots! How to Wear Today's Trend: Floral Tops What To Wear: Beach Trip How to Wear It: Leopard Print How to Wear It: Animal Print How To Wear It: The Mottled Gold L.A. Tote An Explosion of Colour How to Wear it: The Pink Chevre Clutch Me Get the Look: Mila Kunis How To Wear It: Leopard Milan Satchel Huge News Right Now: Heritage Prints Swingin' 60s Wish Upon a Star NYFW Spring Trends Must-Have SS12 Looks How To Wear It: Coloured Clutches Autumn Style: Celebs Love Plaid! Cowboys vs Indians AW11 Must Have Accessory: Metallic Clutch How to Wear it: Snakeprint Clutch Me Cluster Earrings Block Party Leather Skirts This Week's Must-Have Trend: Maxi Skirts and Cropped Sweaters LA Satchel: A Winter Must-Have! Paula Rowan Gloves The Best & Worst Trends of 2011 How to Wear it: The Rio Satchel How to Wear it: Make Me Smile How to Wear it: The Copenhagen Backback Perfect Pastels for SS 12 City vs. Country: The New York Satchel in a Country Chic Look Trends: Take Them or Leave Them? Kids Marisa Bell Talks Trends BE Talks Fashion With...
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Retro Chic

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 by Ashley Turowsky
Mad Men inspired retro-chic. You could just call it the natural cycle of fashion, but I think it has more than a little to do with the best-dressed show in America. In the fashion world, we are obsessed with the dresses, lines, curves and colors of the show’s wardrobe. Rarely has a television show had such a big impact on fashion.

This season designers from Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs, and Chloe previewed collections that show a chic retro spin. Distinguishing features include large pocket flaps, oversized collars, and monochromatic palettes.

Do note, that this is not retro-chic as we know it. Instead it is a perfect spin on the 60’s and 70’s. Cuts are conceptual, while fabrics are highly innovative and luxurious.

The new season breathes life into the retro-inspired looks therefore make sure you know all that is necessary to widen your outfit alternatives and accessory selection. Team a beautiful embellished sweater with a pencil skirt for day, or a tailored dress for a more sophisticated statement.


Give your wardrobe a pop of color with this See by Chloe’s purple flared skirt. Wear this bow-embellished style with our new black crash Supernova Clutch. Then slip on this Lanvin bracelet to put a contemporary spin on classic glamour.









A pleated collar and ruffle detailing makes this Marc by Marc Jacobs dress a playful party piece. Complement the polka-dot print with a pewter crash Supernova clutch and glossy heels.

To get your own retro-chic accessory, visit the clutch section of our website.


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