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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Emma Sibbles

Biba for Topshop: the verdict

Viva Biba: Barbara Hulanicki Biba for Topshop Coral Bow Shoulder Dress
Coral bow shoulder dress, £55
Enlarged animal print? Check. Large shoulders? Check. Colour pop? Check. This flirty dress ticks all the ­summer-trend boxes. It is daringly short, so add opaques or leggings if you are over 16
Photograph: Topshop
Viva Biba: Barbara Hulanicki Biba for Topshop Dolman Sleeve Dress
Dolman sleeve dress, £30
The original bad-girl piece, this lilac jersey off-the-shoulder body con dress with its suggestive print should be worn with attitude
Photograph: Topshop
Viva Biba: Barbara Hulanicki Biba for Topshop Grey Heel Vest
Grey heel vest, £18
Team with skinnies and platforms for a rock-chic look
Photograph: Topshop
Viva Biba: Barbara Hulanicki Biba for Topshop Star embroidery blouse
Star embroidery blouse, £65
Hulanicki’s ­favourite piece, this pretty “ladybug” print ­chiffon number is pure 70s Biba, right down to the romantic and billowy silhouette
Photograph: Topshop
Viva Biba: Barbara Hulanicki Biba for Topshop blue button skirt
Blue button skirt, £30
Great colour and flirty shape. Wear with a T-shirt and a pair of gladiator flats for instant summer cool
Photograph: Topshop
Viva Biba: Barbara Hulanicki Biba for Topshop
Giant shopper, £25
The Miami-­inspired coral tote is ­emblazoned with a Hulanicki “headscarf girl”. Perfect for a bit of poolside colour
Photograph: Topshop
Viva Biba: Biba in 1967
The Biba look in 1967. Collection available in stores nationwide from April 28; for stockists call 0845 121 4519 Photograph: David Graves/Rex Features
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