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

£55.00

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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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Womens Petite Floral Tiered Tea Dress
Womens Petite Floral Tiered Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £59.00

£41.30

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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 Milan Sequin Embellished Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Milan Sequin Embellished Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£150.00

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

£140.00

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Lace & Beads Keeva Embellished Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Keeva Embellished Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£130.00

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Lace & Beads Keeva Embellished Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Keeva Embellished Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£130.00

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Lace & Beads Naima Bandeau Tulle Maxi Dress, Black
Lace & Beads Naima Bandeau Tulle Maxi Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£120.00

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Lace & Beads Sydney High Low Tulle Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Sydney High Low Tulle Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£110.00

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Lace & Beads Leon Tulle Tiered Dress, Black
Lace & Beads Leon Tulle Tiered Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£110.00

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Lace & Beads Seraphia Maxi Dress
Lace & Beads Seraphia Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£105.00

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Lace & Beads Glady Sleeveless Layered Tulle Maxi Dress, Brown
Lace & Beads Glady Sleeveless Layered Tulle Maxi Dress, Brown
John Lewis & Partners

£105.00

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Lace & Beads Neddin Maxi Dress, Red
Lace & Beads Neddin Maxi Dress, Red
John Lewis & Partners

£100.00

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Lace & Beads Palmer Tulle Maxi Dress, Soft Pink
Lace & Beads Palmer Tulle Maxi Dress, Soft Pink
John Lewis & Partners

£99.00

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

£550.00

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

£375.00

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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 Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - White
Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - White
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - Pink
Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - Pink
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Fia Floral Embroidered Dress
Monsoon Fia Floral Embroidered Dress
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Delilah Embroidered Midi Dress, Navy/Multi
Monsoon Delilah Embroidered Midi Dress, Navy/Multi
John Lewis & Partners

£175.00

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Monsoon Ellen Embroidered Dress, Black/Multi
Monsoon Ellen Embroidered Dress, Black/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 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 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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Closet London Pale Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London Pale Blue Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Raishma Laurel Beaded Fringe Dress, Navy
Raishma Laurel Beaded Fringe Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£350.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Fringe Dress, Platinum
Adrianna Papell Beaded Fringe Dress, Platinum
John Lewis & Partners

£289.00

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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 by Adrianna Papell Foil Fringed Cocktail Dress, Blackened Red
Adrianna by Adrianna Papell Foil Fringed Cocktail Dress, Blackened Red
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

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

was: £199.00

£179.10

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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

£179.10

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

£165.00

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Ro&Zo Fringe Sleeve Dress, Black
Ro&Zo Fringe Sleeve Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£159.00

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Ro&Zo Petite Gina Fringe Sequin Dress, Black
Ro&Zo Petite Gina Fringe Sequin Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£159.00

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Ro&Zo Gina Fringe Sequin Dress, Black
Ro&Zo Gina Fringe Sequin Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£159.00

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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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1940’s Style Tea Dresses

Pink Flowers Tea Dress
Pink Flowers Tea Dress
Chesca

£195.00

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Monsoon Joanna Tea Dress
Monsoon Joanna Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£165.00

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Monsoon Neela Embroidered Tea Dress
Monsoon Neela Embroidered Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£160.00

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Monsoon Talia Floral Applique Midi Tea Dress - Purple
Monsoon Talia Floral Applique Midi Tea Dress - Purple
very.co.uk

£160.00

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Monsoon Cora Tea Dress
Monsoon Cora Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Tessa Tea Dress
Monsoon Tessa Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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Monsoon Eloise Embroidered Tea Dress
Monsoon Eloise Embroidered Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£150.00

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

£130.00

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Monsoon Esme Floral Tea Dress
Monsoon Esme Floral Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£130.00

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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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Monsoon Margot Tea Dress
Monsoon Margot Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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

£110.00

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Monsoon Maura Floral Tea Dress
Monsoon Maura Floral Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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1920’s Flapper Dresses

Scarlett & Jo Velvet Flocked Flapper Dress, Black
Scarlett & Jo Velvet Flocked Flapper Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£95.00

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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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Vintage Beaded Evening Gowns

Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£161.00

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chesca Floral Beaded Georgette Midi Dress, Violetta
chesca Floral Beaded Georgette Midi Dress, Violetta
John Lewis & Partners

£295.00

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Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Sequin Beaded Shoulder Jacket Dress, Spring Navy
Gina Bacconi Lilibeth Sequin Beaded Shoulder Jacket Dress, Spring Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£340.00

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Gina Bacconi Toni Chiffon Tier Jacket and Beaded Neck Dress, Navy
Gina Bacconi Toni Chiffon Tier Jacket and Beaded Neck Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Gina Bacconi Vera Floral Beaded Cape Dress
Gina Bacconi Vera Floral Beaded Cape Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£280.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£161.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Beaded Halter Neck Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Maxi Dress, Blush
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Maxi Dress, Blush
John Lewis & Partners

£289.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Godets Detail Maxi Dress, Rose Gold
Adrianna Papell Beaded Godets Detail Maxi Dress, Rose Gold
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress, Black/Blush
Adrianna Papell Beaded Crepe Maxi Dress, Black/Blush
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Blouson Beaded Evening Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£219.00

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Adrianna Papell Papell Studio Beaded Column Dress
Adrianna Papell Papell Studio Beaded Column Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£160.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Sheath Dress, Navy
Adrianna Papell Beaded Sheath Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£289.00

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Adrianna Papell Off Shoulder Beaded Maxi Dress
Adrianna Papell Off Shoulder Beaded Maxi Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£299.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Blouson Dress, Navy
Adrianna Papell Beaded Blouson Dress, Navy
John Lewis & Partners

£255.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Godet Maxi Dress, Deep Amethyst
Adrianna Papell Beaded Godet Maxi Dress, Deep Amethyst
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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