A lot of changes are happening in the world. Still, one positive change has been the exponential growth of vintage style in the fashion world. Vintage wear, vintage accessories, retro shoes have been getting an immense fan following.
Just scroll down your Instagram feed, and you are going to find at least three vintage looks posted by industry icons. Denim on denim, bell bottoms, Lennon sunglasses, vintage scarfs – don’t you just love some of the retro trends?
But no look is complete without proper accessories, right? To make sure you are updated with all the latest retro accessories trends, we have created a list.
Let’s Take A Look!
Pearls
From delicate hair clips to strings of pearl necklaces layered on top of one another, pearl came back with a bang! Pearls can add elegance to any outfit. They are statement pieces when worn with a jacket, result in a strong yet feminine look.
For a romantic date look, pair a couple of subtle pearl hair clips with a soft silhouette and let the hair loose.
Berets
Born in the 1920s as sportswear, today, berets are the epitome of classic French fashion. Berets are worn in mainstream fashion shows and even celebrities like Rihanna, Chloë Sevigny, sport them.
This retro accessory is best if paired with a long jacket and classic boots. There are several varieties available in the market. You can go for a sleek black one or even choose one with a cool print on it.
Chunky Chains
In 2020, chunky chains returned as a vintage fashion staple in a BIG way. These types of grungy trends were very popular during the 80s and 90s. Later these chains were used as handbag straps. Chunky chains became viral last year, with bigger and classic pairs of chunky statement chains hitting the market.
These chains are a great way to spice up an everyday look. You can always trust a classic gold chunky chain and pair it with denim and a plain top for a casual look.
For people who love to be dramatic, round necklaces with a tribal look will turn heads. You can also layer several long chunky necklaces for a bohemian look.
Granny Glasses and Sunglasses
Made famous by the legendary John Lennon and other leaders of the hippie movement in the 1960s, granny glasses are the ultimate retro accessory of the year. Originally these glasses were round or rectangular in shape and smaller in size.
However, they are back this season with a funkier version. They are now available in ruby red or fuchsia pink, or even wild animal print. They look so cool with every outfit and make a hell of a fashion statement.
Oversized Hoops
Honestly, hoop earrings have been in fashion for quite some time now. They never really went out of style. But vintage fashion has a way of reinventing a classic style.
Hoop earning has the power to transform any look. It is often regarded as one of the world’s oldest fashion accessories, as hoops were worn even during Greek and Roman kingdoms. They immediately draw attention to the face. From the mid-2020s double hoops or thicker hoops have been in trend. Some are even beaded or have embellishments on them.
Headbands and Jewelled Hair Accessories
Hair accessories and headbands are seriously very underrated. These retro accessories are no longer reserved for little kids. Extremely feminine thick padded headbands are so much in trend right now. You can pull back your hair, let the waves loose, and put on a headband. They look beautiful with a sleek ponytail as well.
To create more of a statement, choose a jumbo-sized jewelled hairclip and secure one side of your hair with it. Jewelled hair clips look beautiful with evening gowns as well. To add some drama, make a loose bun and add little stone-studded hairclips around it. There are a ton of options with stones, pearls, flowers available in the market.
Scarves
Scarves speak elegance and retro. This accessory has hit the street style in recent years and will only become more popular in the future.
Vintage scarves, worn over the head with oversized sunglasses, and a bell-bottom, just speaks retro. If you are not a fan of covering your head, you can go for a French knot around the neck. Scarves are very versatile. They are a piece of loose fabric, so it is easy to style them in many ways. Scarves in fun prints can style up your regular clothes in a minute.
So, did you find your favourite yet? Which one of these retro accessories are you planning to shop for? Banned Retro has a massive collection of vintage accessories at a reasonable price range. Visit their store now.
