mod dresses

Michelle Williams showed off her mod side while chatting about her new flick Oz: The Great and Powerful at 2012 Comic-Con in San Diego. The actress started off with a printed shift dress from Giulietta's Resort 2013 collection, then brightened up her look via purple Giuseppe Zanotti ankle-strap peep-toe pumps. Michelle's dress is not available online, but this Milly tile print dress ($385) will give you that same '60s vibe. Pair it with either the red version of Michelle's Giuseppe Zanottis ($612) or these purple Dolce Vita wedges ($127, originally $169). That's all you need to join Michelle's mod squad — no jewelry required.

Searching for a sweet date-night wardrobe inspiration? Look no further than Anne Hathaway's latest NYC ensemble, where she worked a sleeveless black Dolce & Gabbana dress with chic houndstooth flats. Anne's pixie haircut, oversized cat-eye shades, Stella McCartney wristlet, and simple accessories complemented the cut and texture of her mini perfectly. Channel Anne's polished mod look by donning a sleeveless black shift dress with houndstooth flats or style this printed mod M Missoni ($495) mini with strappy sandals for a bolder look. For a red-hot feel, go for Freida Pinto's fiery mod look.

While attending a special screening for her new flick Trishna in LA, Freida Pinto was red-hot mod perfection. Her look was simple: a bright-red '60s-inspired sleeveless shift dress by Raoul and white mod buckle Roger Vivier pumps. A black leather watch served as Freida's only accessory, allowing her dress and shoes to shine. The mod style is definitely making a comeback, so get in on the throwback look via a red shift dress and white chunky pumps à la Freida. To get started, shop our favorite red shift dress and white mod pump pairings below. You can wear this ensemble everywhere from the office to a birthday party to brunch.

While shopping with her kids at The Grove in LA over the weekend, Victoria Beckham did not lose sight of her chic style sense. She paired an eggplant-colored Victoria Beckham mod minidress with this Victoria Beckham black mini crossbody bag ($1,600), tan ankle-strap Lanvin wedges, and her signature oversized sunglasses. Victoria has been bringing mod back for a while now, and we can't get enough of her retro-chic ensembles. Next time you're up for a dressy retail excursion, mimic Victoria be pairing a mod minidress with peep-toe wedges, her exact crossbody bag, and signature oversized shades.

Besides her hot strut, we're eying Victoria Beckham because of her Fab little sheath. It's modern mod at its best — simple silhouette, rounded neckline, and no bells and whistles. It's all about the fit — not too body-conscious, not too billowy — it should have a body-skimming, ladylike fit. For extra flair, go with a retro palette; bold yellows, orange, blue, and the rest of the primaries are perfect. And also look to Mrs. Beckham for the right accoutrements: oversize sunnies and a pair of pretty pumps.