Looking for some fashion inspiration but don’t know where to start? Feel you’ve searched high and low but nothing seems to match the criteria? ‘Stylish, on trend AND comfortable, it simply doesn’t exist!’ Well, if this is the predicament you find yourself in then you clearly haven’t discovered American retro yet. Whether it’s combining an oversized tee with your favourite leggings or investing in a classic leather jacket, there are so many ways in which you can achieve this timeless style. Here’s just a few of our favourites.
Keep it casual
American’s love to keep it laidback, so why not make the most of it? The key is to make your style seem effortless, as though you’ve just thrown an amazing outfit together by chance. One way to guarantee this, is to find yourself a good old pair of jeans (the older, the better!) Nothing screams retro more than used- look denim, so be sure to find a place for it in your wardrobe. Couple this with a printed t-shirt and some tennis shoes, and voila, you’ve found your retro style; it’s a simple as that! As you can imagine, there’s lots of scope with this trend, for instance Curvissa has plus size clothes available online, so make the most of it!
1950s
If the causal style is too unkempt for your likings, then why not try the 1950s look? Fantastically feminine, this decade is all about pretty patterned dresses and polka dots. Think knee length and floral detail; tasteful and elegant pieces that leave your friends in envy every time. And the beauty of this look is, you can be as bold or as refined as you like. You could even combine contemporary designs with 50s fashion, opting for a sleeveless polka dot blouse with some denim leggings and a pair of peep toe wedges, very retro!
Hollywood glamour
Although America is famously relaxed and easy going, it’s also admired for its celebrity glamour. Complementing your 1950s choices quite nicely, why not also add a bit of sparkle to your wardrobe though the purchase of an evening dress or two? People say diamonds are a girl’s best friend, however a lady’s style is equally important to creating that wow-factor. Emerald green is a shade which is very on trend at the moment; the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a floor length number wouldn’t you say?
