The 50s were a period of charm, simplicity and optimism and an inspiration for many of today's designs, says Sarah Quilliam, head of product design for Hillarys.
Our infatuation with vintage style shows no sign of diminishing as all things British and 1950's are enjoying an enthusiastic revival, she adds. This is reflected in a jump in demand for our chintzy and floral fabrics, many of which draw on inspiration from this era when prints and colours were derived from nature and muted shades of green, orange and yellow.