Retro Vintage Swing Dresses

Introduce a touch of feminine glamour to your wardrobe with a fabulous fifties style swing dress. Vintage Mother of the Bride dresses and Mother of the Groom outfits are bound to win compliments on the big day. Design features take inspiration from a vintage shape including nipped in waist, full A-line skirts and off the shoulder necklines. Best of all the demure appeal of 50’s fashion works well for so many occasions. The retro-swing dress can be teamed with a bolero jacket for a complete wedding occasion outfit. When it comes to evening glam amp up your look further with sparkling jewellery, heels and a matching clutch.


Vintage Occasionwear Dresses

Dusk Fashion Contrast Floral Print Tea Dress in Pink
Dusk Fashion Contrast Floral Print Tea Dress in Pink
Roman Originals

£50.00

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Womens Petite Print Chiffon Gathered Tea Dress
Womens Petite Print Chiffon Gathered Tea Dress
Wallis UK

£49.00

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Womens Spot Print Chiffon Gathered Waist Midi Tea Dress
Womens Spot Print Chiffon Gathered Waist Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

£49.00

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Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Shirred Cotton Tea Dress in Blue
Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Shirred Cotton Tea Dress in Blue
Roman Originals

£48.00

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Womens Petite Leopard Tea Dress
Womens Petite Leopard Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £65.00

£45.50

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Womens V Neck Midi Tea Dress
Womens V Neck Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £65.00

£45.50

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Goddiva Printed Tea Dress With Collar - Beige
Goddiva Printed Tea Dress With Collar - Beige
Goddiva

£45.00

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Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Frill Hem Tea Dress in Black
Dusk Fashion Ditsy Floral Frill Hem Tea Dress in Black
Roman Originals

£45.00

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Roman Button Detail Floral Tea Dress in Red
Roman Button Detail Floral Tea Dress in Red
Roman Originals

£42.00

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Roman Floral Print Midi Length Tea Dress in Black
Roman Floral Print Midi Length Tea Dress in Black
Roman Originals

£42.00

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Roman Frill Sleeve Floral Tea Dress in Red
Roman Frill Sleeve Floral Tea Dress in Red
Roman Originals

£42.00

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Dusk Fashion Ditsy Dot Puff Sleeve Tea Dress in Light Blue
Dusk Fashion Ditsy Dot Puff Sleeve Tea Dress in Light Blue
Roman Originals

£40.00

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Lace & Beads Calla Midi Dress, Sage Green
Lace & Beads Calla Midi Dress, Sage Green
John Lewis & Partners

£180.00

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Lace & Beads Antonella Embellished Maxi Dress, Navy
Lace & Beads Antonella Embellished Maxi Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Lace & Beads Alchemila Maxi Dress, Bridal White
Lace & Beads Alchemila Maxi Dress, Bridal White
John Lewis & Partners

£170.00

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Lace & Beads Asher Sequined Midi Dress, Black
Lace & Beads Asher Sequined Midi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£170.00

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Lace & Beads Dahlia Tulle Embroidered Maxi Dress, Black/Multi
Lace & Beads Dahlia Tulle Embroidered Maxi Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£165.00

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Lace & Beads Louisa Bead Embellished Knee Length Dress, Grey
Lace & Beads Louisa Bead Embellished Knee Length Dress, Grey
John Lewis & Partners

£165.00

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Lace & Beads Azalea Maxi Dress, Dusty Pink
Lace & Beads Azalea Maxi Dress, Dusty Pink
John Lewis & Partners

£165.00

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Lace & Beads Sally Embellished Maxi Dress, Grey
Lace & Beads Sally Embellished Maxi Dress, Grey
John Lewis & Partners

£155.00

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Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Naeve Sequin One Shoulder Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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Monsoon Violet Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Violet Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£550.00

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Monsoon Michelle Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Michelle Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£550.00

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Monsoon Amelie Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Amelie Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£550.00

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Monsoon Julita Embroidered Lace Trim Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Julita Embroidered Lace Trim Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£450.00

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Monsoon Celina Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Celina Embroidered Wedding Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£450.00

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Monsoon Liz Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Liz Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£375.00

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Monsoon Eugiene Embroidered Maxi Dress
Monsoon Eugiene Embroidered Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Maddie Embroidered Dress, Multi
Monsoon Maddie Embroidered Dress, Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Tina Embroidered Wrap Dress, Black/Multi
Monsoon Tina Embroidered Wrap Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Fia Sequin Embroidered Midi Dress, Brown
Monsoon Fia Sequin Embroidered Midi Dress, Brown
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Bonnie Floral Embroidered Midi Tea Dress, Navy/Multi
Monsoon Bonnie Floral Embroidered Midi Tea Dress, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Kaya Embroidered Midi Dress, Black/Multi
Monsoon Kaya Embroidered Midi Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Closet London Purple Multi Print Full Skirt Wrap Midi Dress
Closet London Purple Multi Print Full Skirt Wrap Midi Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Closet London Purple Multi  full Skirt Wrap Midi dress
Closet London Purple Multi full Skirt Wrap Midi dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Closet London Pink Full Skirt Wrap  Dress
Closet London Pink Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Closet London Lime Green Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London Lime Green Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt Print Midi Dress
Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt Print Midi Dress
Closet London

£120.00

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Closet London  Light Brown Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London Light Brown Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£115.00

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Closet London Navy Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London Navy Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£115.00

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Closet London Navy Floral Full Skirt Midi Dress
Closet London Navy Floral Full Skirt Midi Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Floral Print 2-in-1 Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Navy Floral Print 2-in-1 Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Blue Multi Floral Print Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London Blue Multi Floral Print Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Wrap Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Navy Wrap Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Navy Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£95.00

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Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
Gina Bacconi Arleen Long Blouson Fringe Hem Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Adrianna Papell Crepe Fringe Midi Dress
Adrianna Papell Crepe Fringe Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

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Adrianna Papell Crepe Fringe Midi Dress
Adrianna Papell Crepe Fringe Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

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Phase Eight Women's Clover Sequin Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight Women's Clover Sequin Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight

£199.00

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Phase Eight Women's Esme Beaded Fringe Dress
Phase Eight Women's Esme Beaded Fringe Dress
Phase Eight

was: £295.00

£179.10

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Monsoon Fari Embroidered Fringe Dress - Black
Monsoon Fari Embroidered Fringe Dress - Black
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Ro&Zo Harlow Fringed Sequin Midi Dress, Black
Ro&Zo Harlow Fringed Sequin Midi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£169.00

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chesca Fringed Pleated Dress, Amethyst
chesca Fringed Pleated Dress, Amethyst
John Lewis & Partners

£165.00

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Phase Eight Women's Albertina Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight Women's Albertina Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight

was: £295.00

£161.10

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Phase Eight Women's Katalina Dip Dye Fringe Dress
Phase Eight Women's Katalina Dip Dye Fringe Dress
Phase Eight

was: £225.00

£152.10

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Damsel in a Dress Women's Abline Fringe Dress
Damsel in a Dress Women's Abline Fringe Dress
Phase Eight

was: £189.00

£125.10

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Phase Eight Women's Farina Sequin Fringe Dress
Phase Eight Women's Farina Sequin Fringe Dress
Phase Eight

was: £140.00

£105.00

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Phase Eight Women's Sofianne Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight Women's Sofianne Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight

was: £169.00

£98.10

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Monsoon Fawn Fringe Dress
Monsoon Fawn Fringe Dress
very.co.uk

£95.00

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Monsoon Fawn Fringe Dress, Black
Monsoon Fawn Fringe Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£95.00

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Phase Eight Women's Cody Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight Women's Cody Fringe Maxi Dress
Phase Eight

was: £169.00

£94.50

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Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Black
Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Black
Roman

£75.00

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Finery Kiera Floral Wrap Midi Dress, Ditsy Floral
Finery Kiera Floral Wrap Midi Dress, Ditsy Floral
John Lewis & Partners

£89.00

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Finery Jaylen Floral and Spot Midi Dress, Red/Multi
Finery Jaylen Floral and Spot Midi Dress, Red/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£45.00

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Finery Leah Floral Midi Dress, Multi
Finery Leah Floral Midi Dress, Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£69.00

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Finery Maria Geometric Floral Midi Dress, Red
Finery Maria Geometric Floral Midi Dress, Red
John Lewis & Partners

£69.00

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Finery Harriet Puff Sleeve Floral Midi Dress, Blue/Multi
Finery Harriet Puff Sleeve Floral Midi Dress, Blue/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£69.00

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Finery Caley Floral Print Midi Dress
Finery Caley Floral Print Midi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£49.00

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Finery Jaylen Floral Midi Dress, Purple Flowers
Finery Jaylen Floral Midi Dress, Purple Flowers
John Lewis & Partners

£39.00

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Finery Peggy Floral Print Midi Shirt Dress, Pink/Multi
Finery Peggy Floral Print Midi Shirt Dress, Pink/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£79.00

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Finery Selma Floral Print Midi Dress, Black/Multi
Finery Selma Floral Print Midi Dress, Black/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£89.00

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1940’s Style Tea Dresses

Mathilde Navy & Cream Polka Dot Silk Tea Dress, Navy Blue
Mathilde Navy & Cream Polka Dot Silk Tea Dress, Navy Blue
LK Bennett

£379.00

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L.K.Bennett Mathilde Silk Tea Dress
L.K.Bennett Mathilde Silk Tea Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£379.00

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Mira Navy Crepe Long Sleeve Tea Dress, Navy Blue
Mira Navy Crepe Long Sleeve Tea Dress, Navy Blue
LK Bennett

£329.00

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L.K.Bennett Mira Crepe Tea Dress
L.K.Bennett Mira Crepe Tea Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Adrianna Papell Jacquard Tea Dress, Red/Multi
Adrianna Papell Jacquard Tea Dress, Red/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£249.00

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Hilde Cream And Red Spot Silk Tea Dress, Cream
Hilde Cream And Red Spot Silk Tea Dress, Cream
LK Bennett

was: £399.00

£199.00

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Marais Paris Print Silk Tea Dress, Cream
Marais Paris Print Silk Tea Dress, Cream
LK Bennett

was: £399.00

£199.00

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Montana Orange Flower Bow Print Silk Tea Dress, Orange
Montana Orange Flower Bow Print Silk Tea Dress, Orange
LK Bennett

was: £399.00

£199.00

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Aspiga Francesca Collared Satin Tea Dress, Pink/Multi
Aspiga Francesca Collared Satin Tea Dress, Pink/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£190.00

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Monsoon Zena Sequin Tea Dress
Monsoon Zena Sequin Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Bonnie Floral Embroidered Midi Tea Dress, Navy/Multi
Monsoon Bonnie Floral Embroidered Midi Tea Dress, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Zena Sequin Tea Dress, Blue/Multi
Monsoon Zena Sequin Tea Dress, Blue/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Josie Jaquard Tea Dress
Monsoon Josie Jaquard Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Lucia Lace Tea Dress
Monsoon Lucia Lace Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Phoebe Emb Tea Dress
Monsoon Phoebe Emb Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Helena Embellished Midi Tea Dress, Navy
Monsoon Helena Embellished Midi Tea Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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Monsoon Josie Jaquard Tea Dress, Red
Monsoon Josie Jaquard Tea Dress, Red
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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Monsoon Lace Cotton Blend Maxi Tea Dress, Black
Monsoon Lace Cotton Blend Maxi Tea Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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1920’s Flapper Dresses

The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Black
The Great Gatsby Charleston Vintage 1920s Embellished Flapper Dress in Black
Roman Originals

£90.00

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Goddiva Sequin Tassel Flapper Midi Dress - Wine
Goddiva Sequin Tassel Flapper Midi Dress - Wine
Goddiva

£85.00

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Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Black
Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Black
Roman

£75.00

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Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Forest
Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Forest
Roman Originals

£75.00

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Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman Sequin Fringe Hem Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman

£75.00

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Goddiva Dangling Sequin Flapper Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva Dangling Sequin Flapper Midi Dress - Black
Goddiva

£65.00

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Goddiva Dangling Sequin Flapper Midi Dress - Gold
Goddiva Dangling Sequin Flapper Midi Dress - Gold
Goddiva

£65.00

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Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Mint
Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Mint
Roman

£65.00

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Roman Sequin Fringe Detail Flapper Dress in Black
Roman Sequin Fringe Detail Flapper Dress in Black
Roman

£65.00

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Vintage Beaded Evening Gowns

Adrianna Papell Halterneck Beaded Evening Dress, Navy
Adrianna Papell Halterneck Beaded Evening Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£495.00

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Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Fully Beaded Sheath Dress, Navy
Aidan Mattox by Adrianna Papell Fully Beaded Sheath Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£495.00

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Gina Bacconi Westly Satin Beaded Dress, Navy
Gina Bacconi Westly Satin Beaded Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£420.00

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Gina Bacconi Francille Beaded Dress
Gina Bacconi Francille Beaded Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Gina Bacconi Francille Beaded Dress
Gina Bacconi Francille Beaded Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Cape Maxi Dress, Glacier
Adrianna Papell Beaded Cape Maxi Dress, Glacier
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Gina Bacconi Mia Beaded Maxi Dress, Posy
Gina Bacconi Mia Beaded Maxi Dress, Posy
John Lewis & Partners

£399.00

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Gina Bacconi Jordana Beaded Illusion Sleeves Maxi Dress, Navy
Gina Bacconi Jordana Beaded Illusion Sleeves Maxi Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Gina Bacconi Amelia Beaded Maxi Dress, Ivory/Black
Gina Bacconi Amelia Beaded Maxi Dress, Ivory/Black
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Adrianna Papell Flutter Sleeve Beaded Maxi Dress, Teal
Adrianna Papell Flutter Sleeve Beaded Maxi Dress, Teal
John Lewis & Partners

£349.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Flutter Sleeve Gown Dress, Terracotta
Adrianna Papell Beaded Flutter Sleeve Gown Dress, Terracotta
John Lewis & Partners

£349.00

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Adrianna Papell Leaf Beaded Long Dress, Ivory/Pearl
Adrianna Papell Leaf Beaded Long Dress, Ivory/Pearl
John Lewis & Partners

£349.00

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Fringe Flapper Dresses

Continue the retro theme for evening events with a flattering flapper dress. 1920’s vintage-inspired fashion offers glitz and glamour with beaded and fringed dresses. You can also channel the 20’s Gatsby theme into your wedding reception party. Unique styles from the twenties include intricate decorative beading, sequins and sleek silhouettes. Art deco designs also add to their appeal along with drop waists and fringing for a maximum swish.

Ornate Beaded Evening Gowns

Make a true style statement with a longer length evening gown adorned with embellishments galore. The ornately decorated fabric lends itself to a bygone era where more was definitely more! Shimmering eveningwear radiates boho elegance with stunning metallic tones in silver and gold. So opt for a sweeping Grecian style to your next black-tie event or a one-shoulder gown with a dramatic side split. Look out for flattering designs too such as soft draping, waist ruching and elegant necklines.

Vintage Cocktail Party Dresses

For a trendy knee-length frock, the short cocktail dress is the answer. In addition to its party appeal, it offers a choice of retro styles too from flapper, swing, pencil, fit and flare and wiggle dresses. Find your favourite vintage dress and step back in time to an era that inspires you most. No matter what timeline grabs your style, you’re are sure to feel fabulous. Short party dresses are made for dancing and capture the mood of the 1920s, 1930s,1940s, 1950s and 1960s.

Classic Tea Dresses

The classic 40’s and 50’s tea dress has had a modern makeover with added frills, florals and fun-loving prints. Perfect for summer weddings, garden parties, wedding guest and modern Mother of the Bride. Moving away from the traditional wedding attire opens the way for plenty of vintage vibes. So whether you opt for printed, polka-dot or plain, there’s something for everyone. More importantly below the knee tea dresses are so versatile and make great bridesmaid dresses too. We love the dainty cap sleeves, cute buttons, belts and collars just add pearls to finish the retro look.

Author Debra Binns
Curated by Debra Binns

Debra Binns is the co-founder of MotherOfTheBrideOutfits.org.uk. Debra has been creating and sharing relevant content about women's occasionwear since 2009, bringing together fabulous fashion from the high street and online stores for that special occasion.

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