Do you love vintage fashion? These retro-inspired outfits will make you feel like a pretty pin-up girl.
As much as everyone loves nostalgia (hello #ThrowbackThursday), we are always searching for what is new and what is next in fashion. However, sometimes it is good to take inspiration from the past. Kristen Stewart was photographed on the set of the new Woody Allen movie in a retro outfit. It was very cute, chic, and nothing like what Kristen normally wears, but it looked so good on her. Even if you’re not a lover of vintage, you’ll probably consider adding a cropped tie-front blouse to your wardrobe after seeing it.
Get inspired to try a retro look with these five outfits:
1. Retro Polka Dots
You can add a bit of retro into your look for all occasions, including work. A pencil skirt and bow blouse are classic pieces. The pop of color in the skirt and the chic accessories give it the necessary modern touch.
Get the look:
- Navy Scoop Neck Tank ($12, River Island)
- Polka Dot Chiffon Secretary Blouse ($60, American Apparel)
- Alice + Olivia Tani Wool Pencil Skirt ($138, The Outnet)
- Pieces Classic Handheld Bag With Foldover Section ($57, ASOS)
- Ki-Ele Miami Sunrise Shell Stud Earrings ($38, Nordstrom)
- Gallop Patent Court Shoes ($95, Topshop)
2. Vintage Tie-Up Blouse
If you loved Kristen Stewart’s look, what is stopping you from recreating it? Wear your new culottes with a front tie crop top. If you choose a pastel color palette, skip the ankle socks and hair bow. It’ll be sweet enough.
Get the look:
- Rebecca Minkoff MAB Mini Tote Bag ($138, Revolve Clothing)
- Petite Soft Pleated Wide-Leg Culottes ($75, Topshop)
- MICHAEL Michael Kors Tie-Front Cropped Blouse ($93, Neiman Marcus)
- Miista Mina Leather Sandals ($90, Nasty Gal)
- Kate Spade Central Park Mother-Of-Pearl Pansy Earrings ($58, Saks Fifth Avenue)
3. Classic Belted Dress
This belted dress isn’t just the perfect throwback piece; it is also very flattering. Play up the soft colors in the dress with coordinating accessories and soft makeup.
Get the look:
- Cara Denim Bow Band ($18, Nordstrom)
- Plus Size Retro Style Lucille Swing Dress ($80, Unique Vintage)
- Charles Jordan Lilac Leather Valentina Mini Tote ($167, Bluefly)
- Luciano Padovan Ballet Flats ($221, Yoox)
- ILLA Lipstick In In My Room ($26, AHAlife)
4. Old School Beach Romper
Who doesn’t look at old beach photos and wish for the glory days of the high-waisted bikini? This cutout romper is modern but nostalgic, especially when it is paired with a big floppy hat and cat-eye sunglasses.
Get the look:
- Whimsical Cat Eye Sunglasses ($8, GoJane)
- Beach Polka Dot Tie Romper ($30, LOFT)
- August Hats Pleated Floppy Hat ($17, Nordstrom)
- Zeagoo Japan Style Retro Straw Bag ($16, Amazon)
- Sandals ($15, H&M)
5. Timeless Monochrome
Channel Audrey Hepburn with a black and white look. It’s elegant, simple and chic, and is only improved with a swipe of red lipstick.
Get the look:
- Retro Style Button Up Estelle Blouse ($62, Unique Vintage)
- Somerset By Alice Temperley Red Casual Shoes ($81, John Lewis)
- Coast Black Melbourne Trousers ($89, John Lewis)
- Guess By Marciano Framed Crocodile Embossed Bag ($178, Guess)
- NARS Lipstick In VIP Red ($27, Lord & Taylor)
- Two-Pack Grosgrain Ribbons ($6, Accessorize)
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Iskra Banović is our seasoned Editor-in-Chief at BlueFashion. She has been steering the website's content and editorial direction since 2013. With a rich background in fashion design, Iskra's expertise spans across fashion, interior design, beauty, lifestyle, travel, and culture.
