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.


Roman Mother of the Bride outfits and occasion dresses under £50

Vintage Occasionwear Dresses

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

£65.00

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

was: £65.00

£58.50

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

was: £59.00

£47.20

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Womens Petite Viscose Flutter Sleeve Midi Tea Dress
Womens Petite Viscose Flutter Sleeve Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

£45.00

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Womens Printed Linen Look Tie Detail Midi Tea Dress
Womens Printed Linen Look Tie Detail Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

£45.00

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

was: £49.00

£44.10

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Womens Cobalt Crepe Midi Tea Dress
Womens Cobalt Crepe Midi Tea Dress
Wallis UK

was: £49.00

£44.10

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

£42.00

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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 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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Lace & Beads Maria Embroidered Tiered Maxi Dress, White
Lace & Beads Maria Embroidered Tiered Maxi Dress, White
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 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 Liz Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
Monsoon Liz Embroidered Bridal Maxi Dress, Ivory
John Lewis & Partners

£375.00

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Monsoon Maeva Embroidered Maxi Dress
Monsoon Maeva Embroidered Maxi Dress
very.co.uk

£250.00

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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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Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress
Monsoon Catherine Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress
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 Sienna Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - Cloud Blue
Monsoon Sienna Embroidered Maxi Bridesmaid Dress - Cloud Blue
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 Ella Embroidered Cape Dress - Navy
Monsoon Ella Embroidered Cape Dress - Navy
very.co.uk

£175.00

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Monsoon Raelyn Embroidered Ruffle Dress - Black
Monsoon Raelyn Embroidered Ruffle Dress - Black
very.co.uk

£175.00

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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 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 Blush Pink Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London Blush Pink Full Skirt Cape Midi Dress
Closet London

£110.00

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Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt V-Neck Dress
Closet London Black 2-in-1 Full Skirt V-Neck Dress
Closet London

£99.00

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

£95.00

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

£90.00

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Closet London  Yellow Full Skirt Midi Dress
Closet London Yellow Full Skirt Midi Dress
Closet London

£85.00

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Closet London Olive Full Skirt Midi Dress
Closet London Olive Full Skirt Midi Dress
Closet London

£85.00

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

was: £120.00

£84.00

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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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Rainbow Beaded Fringe Shift Dress
Rainbow Beaded Fringe Shift Dress
Debenhams UK

£279.00

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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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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

£244.30

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Hand Embellished Ombre Fringe Midi Dress - Sage
Hand Embellished Ombre Fringe Midi Dress - Sage
Coast UK & IE

£199.00

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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

£199.00

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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

£191.40

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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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Paisley Devore Fringe Halterneck Dress
Paisley Devore Fringe Halterneck Dress
Debenhams UK

£119.00

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Plus Fringe Hem Shift Dress - Black
Plus Fringe Hem Shift Dress - Black
Coast UK & IE

£119.00

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Fringe Sequin Halter Midi Dress - Gold
Fringe Sequin Halter Midi Dress - Gold
Coast UK & IE

was: £189.00

£113.00

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Premium Sequin Fringe Maxi Tunic Dress
Premium Sequin Fringe Maxi Tunic Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £169.00

£84.00

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Embellished Fringe Midi Dress - Lilac
Embellished Fringe Midi Dress - Lilac
Coast UK & IE

was: £159.00

£79.50

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Printed Fringe Wrap Midi Dress - Black
Printed Fringe Wrap Midi Dress - Black
Coast UK & IE

was: £149.00

£74.50

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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

was: £379.00

£284.00

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

was: £399.00

£266.00

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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

£266.00

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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

£266.00

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

was: £329.00

£246.00

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

£160.00

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

£160.00

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

£150.00

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Mira Green Crepe Long Sleeve Tea Dress, Frosty Spruce
Mira Green Crepe Long Sleeve Tea Dress, Frosty Spruce
LK Bennett

was: £299.00

£149.00

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

£130.00

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

was: £150.00

£120.00

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

£110.00

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Monsoon Everly Embroidered Tea Dress
Monsoon Everly Embroidered 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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Monsoon Tori Spot Embroidered Tea Dress
Monsoon Tori Spot Embroidered Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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Monsoon Olla Oriental Tea Dress
Monsoon Olla Oriental Tea Dress
very.co.uk

£110.00

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1920’s Flapper Dresses

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

£98.00

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

£98.00

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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 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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Vintage Beaded Evening Gowns

Rainbow Beaded Fringe Shift Dress
Rainbow Beaded Fringe Shift Dress
Debenhams UK

£279.00

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All Over Tassel Beaded Plunge Split Maxi Dress
All Over Tassel Beaded Plunge Split Maxi Dress
Debenhams UK

£229.00

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Rachel Stevens Beaded Organza Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Rachel Stevens Beaded Organza Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
Debenhams UK

was: £119.00

£29.00

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

£349.00

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Gina Bacconi Zenna Beaded Shoulder Dress
Gina Bacconi Zenna Beaded Shoulder Dress
John Lewis & Partners

£250.00

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

£289.00

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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 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

£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

£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 Long Beaded Dress, Icy Sage
Adrianna Papell Long Beaded Dress, Icy Sage
John Lewis & Partners

£249.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Mesh Dress, Jungle Green
Adrianna Papell Beaded Mesh Dress, Jungle Green
John Lewis & Partners

£249.00

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chesca Beaded and Embroidered Dress, Pewter
chesca Beaded and Embroidered Dress, Pewter
John Lewis & Partners

£295.00

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Gina Bacconi Maurine Beaded Dress, Navy/Silver
Gina Bacconi Maurine Beaded Dress, Navy/Silver
John Lewis & Partners

£270.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Floral Short Dress, Blue Horizon
Adrianna Papell Beaded Floral Short Dress, Blue Horizon
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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Adrianna Papell Beaded Cowl Deco Gown Dress, Black
Adrianna Papell Beaded Cowl Deco Gown Dress, Black
John Lewis & Partners

£199.00

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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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