A Vintage Twist

Some colours speak in whispers, others sing in sunshine. Yellow — when done in vintage tailoring — does both. This season, we’re seeing a revival of classic silhouettes in soft lemon and buttercream, borrowing from 1960s Riviera dressing and 1990s power femininity, reimagined for the modern woman who lunches, lounges, and leads.

The Hero Set: Amanda Uprichard’s Caligari Vest

Topping our list is the Caligari Vest Set by Amanda Uprichard — a boucle-inspired two-piece with scalloped hems and piped edges that nod to Jackie O, but with just enough sass to feel fresh. The mini skirt adds flirtation while the sleeveless vest gives structure. Worn with gold hoops, oversized sunglasses, and a top-handle bag, it’s the perfect blend of uptown polish and European ease.

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Riviera Moment : Astr The Label Co-Ord

This cropped short-sleeve jacket and matching high-waisted shorts feel straight out of a 1960s Riviera memoir. The diamanté buttons and boxy fit echo heritage Chanel, but the lemon-curd hue softens the formality. Pair with minimal makeup, fresh hair, and a basket bag for modern femininity.

The New Classic: ME & EM’s Textured Shift

Also stepping into the spotlight is the beautifully tailored textured shift from MR & EM, with its clean neckline and subtle fringing. The golden-mustard tweed feels timeless but modern, especially paired with tonal accessories and sculptural jewellery. It’s exactly what you’d wear for coffee in Capri — or cocktails in Chelsea.

The Pencil Dress Reimagined

The butter yellow pencil dress is having a moment. Whether softly belted at the waist or finished with retro cap sleeves, these silhouettes are effortlessly feminine — think Carolyne Roehm in pearls, walking the poodle, or Kirsten Dunst’s Two Faces of January Grecian chic. Add a cashmere cardigan or matching coat draped over the shoulders for extra polish.

Where to find the look:

• Reformation and Me+Em offer sustainable versions in lightweight crepe

• Kitri Studio often releases colour-blocked midis with vintage flair

• Réalisation Par’s Goldie Dress in yellow ditsy print offers a softer pencil moment for summer events

  
  

Jill Sanders - Small Leather Goji Bamboo Bag, Harrods £1790

Port Tanger £260 Nunny Glasses

Weekend Bag Max Mara £380 Harrods

The Finishing Touches

• Bag: A bamboo-handled lemon leather mini from Gucci or Aspinal of London

• Shoes: Kitten heels, white slingbacks, or woven leather flats

• Accessories: Pearl cluster earrings, round sunglasses, or silk headscarves for full retro charm

Style Notes

• Colour Pairings: Butter yellow pairs effortlessly with ivory, biscuit, pistachio, and powder blue

• Fabric Movement: Keep tailoring light with soft tweeds, cotton bouclé or crepe

• Silhouette Trick: Choose cropped jackets, pencil dresses or A-line minis for a 60s frame without feeling costume

Where to Wear It

• Garden parties, art gallery brunches, or poolside apéritifs at Hôtel du Cap

• For the office: swap shorts for a high-waisted trouser in ivory or biscuit

• For travel: style with white sneakers, raffia tote, and a linen trench

Final Word

Yellow tailoring may reference the past, but it’s not nostalgic — it’s confident. It’s the art of being sharply dressed without ever being sharp. Whether in mini sets or structured shifts, it says, I know exactly what I’m doing — and I brought the sunshine with me.