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.


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Vintage Occasionwear Dresses

Womens Floral Ruched Waist Midaxi Tea Dress
Womens Floral Ruched Waist Midaxi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

£59.00

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Womens Petite Red Leopard Midi Tea Dress
Womens Petite Red Leopard Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £55.00

£52.25

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

£50.00

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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

£48.00

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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

£45.00

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Roman Floral Jersey Stretch Tea Dress in Navy
Roman Floral Jersey Stretch Tea Dress in Navy
Roman

£42.00

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Roman Button Detail Floral Tea Dress in Blue
Roman Button Detail Floral Tea Dress in Blue
Roman

£42.00

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

£42.00

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

£42.00

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Roman Foliage Print Tea Dress in Purple
Roman Foliage Print Tea Dress in Purple
Roman

£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

£42.00

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Roman Tropical Floral Print Tea Dress in Black
Roman Tropical Floral Print Tea Dress in Black
Roman

£42.00

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Ghost Emma Embroidered Georgette Midi Dress - Black
Ghost Emma Embroidered Georgette Midi Dress - Black
very.co.uk

£179.00

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Monsoon Hannah Embroidered Tea Dress - Green
Monsoon Hannah Embroidered Tea Dress - Green
very.co.uk

£160.00

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Monsoon Sarah Embroidered Wrap Dress - White
Monsoon Sarah Embroidered Wrap Dress - White
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Freya Embroidered Tunic Dress - Navy
Monsoon Freya Embroidered Tunic Dress - Navy
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Closet London Magenta Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London Magenta Full Skirt Wrap Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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Closet London Blue Print Full Skirt Wrap Midi Dress
Closet London Blue Print Full Skirt Wrap Midi Dress
Closet London

£130.00

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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 Closet GOLD 2-in-1 Graphic Print Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Closet GOLD 2-in-1 Graphic Print Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£125.00

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Closet London Lilac Purple Floral Print 2 in 1 Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Lilac Purple Floral Print 2 in 1 Full Skirt 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 Blue Floral V Neck Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Blue Floral V Neck Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£114.00

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Closet London Magenta Full Skirt Dress
Closet London Magenta Full Skirt Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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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 Closet Gold Full Skirt Cape Dress
Closet London Closet Gold Full Skirt Cape Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Navy Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London Navy Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress - Ivory
Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress - Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £349.00

£222.00

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Karen Millen Beaded Fringed Sleeveless Woven Midi Dress
Karen Millen Beaded Fringed Sleeveless Woven Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £379.00

£190.00

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Karen Millen Tall Fringe Woven Sleeveless Midi Dress
Karen Millen Tall Fringe Woven Sleeveless Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £379.00

£190.00

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Coast Premium Embellished Fringe And Disc Sequin Column Dress
Coast Premium Embellished Fringe And Disc Sequin Column Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £199.00

£189.05

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Premium Embellished Fringe And Disc Sequin Column Dress - Mint
Premium Embellished Fringe And Disc Sequin Column Dress - Mint
Coast UK & IE

was: £199.00

£189.05

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Phase Eight Women's Fringed One Shoulder Maxi Column Dress - 6 - Black, Black
Phase Eight Women's Fringed One Shoulder Maxi Column Dress - 6 - Black, Black
Marks and Spencer UK

£189.00

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Warehouse Premium Fringe Bead Embellished Sequin Bandeau Midi Dress
Warehouse Premium Fringe Bead Embellished Sequin Bandeau Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

£169.00

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Karen Millen Fringe Tassel Drape Tailored Pencil Midi Dress
Karen Millen Fringe Tassel Drape Tailored Pencil Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £259.00

£155.00

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Coast Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress
Coast Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £319.00

£142.00

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Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress - Ivory
Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress - Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £319.00

£142.00

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Karen Millen Petite Fringe Tassel Drape Tailored Pencil Midi Dress
Karen Millen Petite Fringe Tassel Drape Tailored Pencil Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £259.00

£130.00

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Karen Millen Fringed Velvet Devore Long Sleeve Woven Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Fringed Velvet Devore Long Sleeve Woven Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £239.00

£120.00

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Party Sequin Fringe Midi Dress - Silver
Party Sequin Fringe Midi Dress - Silver
Coast UK & IE

was: £189.00

£113.00

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Coast Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress
Coast Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £115.00

£109.25

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Coast Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress
Coast Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £115.00

£109.25

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Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress - Black
Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress - Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £115.00

£109.25

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Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress - Chartreuse
Satin Fringe Hem Wrap Waist Midi Dress - Chartreuse
Coast UK & IE

was: £115.00

£109.25

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Coast Plus Fringe Hem Embellished Shift Dress
Coast Plus Fringe Hem Embellished Shift Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £139.00

£90.35

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1940’s Style Tea Dresses

Monsoon Emani Tea Dress - Navy
Monsoon Emani Tea Dress - Navy
very.co.uk

£160.00

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Monsoon Hannah Embroidered Tea Dress - Green
Monsoon Hannah Embroidered Tea Dress - Green
very.co.uk

£160.00

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Ghost Wilma Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Black Spot
Ghost Wilma Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Black Spot
very.co.uk

£149.00

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Ghost Isabel Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Black
Ghost Isabel Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Black
very.co.uk

£145.00

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Ghost Flo Floral Midi Tea Dress - Green Floral
Ghost Flo Floral Midi Tea Dress - Green Floral
very.co.uk

£129.00

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Ghost Madi Floral Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Navy Abstract Floral
Ghost Madi Floral Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Navy Abstract Floral
very.co.uk

£129.00

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Ghost Flo Floral Midi Tea Dress - Olive Floral
Ghost Flo Floral Midi Tea Dress - Olive Floral
very.co.uk

£129.00

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Ghost Madi Floral Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Burgundy Floral
Ghost Madi Floral Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Burgundy Floral
very.co.uk

£129.00

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Ghost Lydia Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Black
Ghost Lydia Crepe Midi Tea Dress - Black
very.co.uk

£99.00

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Crew Clothing Carrie Floral Jersey Tea Dress - Navy
Crew Clothing Carrie Floral Jersey Tea Dress - Navy
very.co.uk

£69.00

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River Island Neck Trim Midi Tea Dress
River Island Neck Trim Midi Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£55.00

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Pour Moi Anya Lace Detail Slinky Jersey Long Sleeve Tea Dress
Pour Moi Anya Lace Detail Slinky Jersey Long Sleeve Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£49.00

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River Island Shirred Hybrid Tea Dress - Brown
River Island Shirred Hybrid Tea Dress - Brown
very.co.uk

£46.00

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Pour Moi Bella Slinky Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress
Pour Moi Bella Slinky Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£45.00

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Pour Moi Bella Embroidered Sleeve Cotton Slub Jersey Tea Dress
Pour Moi Bella Embroidered Sleeve Cotton Slub Jersey Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£45.00

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Pour Moi Bella Slinky Recycled Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress
Pour Moi Bella Slinky Recycled Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£45.00

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Pour Moi Bella Slinky Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress
Pour Moi Bella Slinky Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£45.00

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Pour Moi Bella Slinky Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress - Dark Floral
Pour Moi Bella Slinky Jersey Tie Sleeve Tea Dress - Dark Floral
very.co.uk

£45.00

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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

£90.00

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Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Wine
Roman Embellished Flapper Dress in Wine
Roman

£90.00

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

£90.00

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Roman Sequin Tassle Flapper Midi Dress in Red
Roman Sequin Tassle Flapper Midi Dress in Red
Roman

£85.00

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

£80.00

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Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Gold
Roman

£80.00

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

£80.00

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Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Silver
Roman Art Deco Sequin Flapper Dress in Silver
Roman

£80.00

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Little Black Dress Gatsby Flapper Dress
Little Black Dress Gatsby Flapper Dress
Debenhams UK

£80.00

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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 Strappy Glitter Embellished Flapper Dress in Blue
Roman Strappy Glitter Embellished Flapper Dress in Blue
Roman

£70.00

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

£65.00

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Vintage Beaded Evening Gowns

Religion Halterneck Beaded Sequin Midi Maxi Dress - White
Religion Halterneck Beaded Sequin Midi Maxi Dress - White
very.co.uk

£120.00

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Debut London by Coast Summer Floral Beaded Midaxi Dress
Debut London by Coast Summer Floral Beaded Midaxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £115.00

£28.75

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Coast Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress
Coast Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £319.00

£142.00

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Coast V Neck Strappy Beaded Wedding Dress
Coast V Neck Strappy Beaded Wedding Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £169.00

£126.75

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Coast Blouson Bodice Linear Embellished And Beaded Bridesmaids Dress
Coast Blouson Bodice Linear Embellished And Beaded Bridesmaids Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £149.00

£141.55

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Karen Millen Placed Floral Embroidered And Beaded Woven Midi Dress
Karen Millen Placed Floral Embroidered And Beaded Woven Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £259.00

£78.00

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Karen Millen Beaded Cotton Organdie Cutwork Woven Strappy Midi Dress
Karen Millen Beaded Cotton Organdie Cutwork Woven Strappy Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £349.00

£87.00

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Karen Millen Petite Metallic Viscose Georgette Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Karen Millen Petite Metallic Viscose Georgette Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £179.00

£125.30

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Karen Millen Tall Metallic Viscose Georgette Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Karen Millen Tall Metallic Viscose Georgette Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £179.00

£125.30

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Karen Millen Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Karen Millen Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £179.00

£125.30

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Karen Millen Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Karen Millen Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £179.00

£125.30

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Karen Millen Plus Size Floral Printed Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Karen Millen Plus Size Floral Printed Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £149.00

£104.00

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Karen Millen Floral Printed Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Karen Millen Floral Printed Viscose Metallic Thread Beaded Woven Midaxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £149.00

£104.00

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Karen Millen Petite Beaded Textured Lace Halter Woven Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Petite Beaded Textured Lace Halter Woven Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £179.00

£125.00

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Karen Millen Beaded Textured Lace Halter Woven Maxi Dress
Karen Millen Beaded Textured Lace Halter Woven Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £189.00

£132.30

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Religion Beaded Bodice Maxi Dress - Black
Religion Beaded Bodice Maxi Dress - Black
very.co.uk

£128.00

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Karen Millen Petite Beaded Cotton Organdie Cutwork Woven Strappy Midi Dress
Karen Millen Petite Beaded Cotton Organdie Cutwork Woven Strappy Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £349.00

£87.00

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Coast Art Deco Beaded Mesh Bridesmaid Dress
Coast Art Deco Beaded Mesh Bridesmaid Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £169.00

£101.00

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Coast V Neck Strappy Beaded Maxi Dress
Coast V Neck Strappy Beaded Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £169.00

£42.00

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Womens Curve Floral Beaded Ruffle Sleeve Shift Dress
Womens Curve Floral Beaded Ruffle Sleeve Shift Dress
Wallis UK

was: £75.00

£37.50

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Beaded and Pearl Embellished Cap Sleeve Maxi Dress - Champagne
Beaded and Pearl Embellished Cap Sleeve Maxi Dress - Champagne
Coast UK & IE

was: £299.00

£179.00

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Beaded V Neck Kimono Midi Dress - Sage
Beaded V Neck Kimono Midi Dress - Sage
Coast UK & IE

was: £209.00

£103.00

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Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress - Ivory
Premium Organza Overlay Beaded Fringe Column Wedding Dress - Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £319.00

£142.00

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Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress - Ivory
Draped Pearl And Beaded Fringe Angel Sleeve Wedding Dress - Ivory
Coast UK & IE

was: £349.00

£222.00

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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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