

Throw a shrunken pastel denim jacket over your dress in true Pink Lady style
From topshop.com Photograph: PR

Shoot the breeze in this Hawaiian print prom dress. Wear with a faded denim jacket and a cork wedge
From missselfridge.com Photograph: PR

To truly "do" the Americana look you will need to expose some mid-riff. Try this lacey bra top for size, it has a cute bow back detail but we only suggest a crop top if you are fearless (and fit). You have been warned
From riverisland.com Photograph: PR

If all this prettiness is too much for you,
halt the sweetness in its tracks with this leather skirt
From oasis-fashion.com Photograph: PR

A retro Vegas print is key to the Americana look. This River Island one is a steal and it has a peplum hem or is that a frill? Argue that one out among yourselves, we'll be sipping a Sidecar at the bar
From riverisland.com Photograph: PR

Happily no one has attempted to copy the Hot Rod heels, for you can't improve upon fashion perfection, instead we suggest a summery lemon hued stack heel to strut your stuff in
From zara.com Photograph: PR

No self-respecting Americana look is complete with out a pair of cat eye shades. Just add a matt red lip for full mid-century modern marks
Marc by Marc Jacobs from Safilo Photograph: PR

The cornerstone of the Prada look is the gorgeous jewellery. A retro mix of diamante and flowers, get the look for less with these pretty rose droplet earrings
By Diva from missselfridge.com Photograph: PR

Sugary pastel hue? Check! Jewel encrusted? Check! And this bag even has a wrist strap for free-handed jiving
From asos.com Photograph: PR

All those pastels need a bit of punch. Paint on some aptly named Clam Bake polish to give the look some oomph
By Essie from nailsbymail.co.uk Photograph: PR