Navy and cream is the color combination that reads quintessentially retro without feeling like you are costume-ing. These are the classic two-color combinations that dominated fifties and sixties dressing. The contrast between navy and cream is clean and graphic. These dresses usually have simple silhouettes so the color blocking is the focus. Fit and flare shapes show the color combination well. Straight cuts work. Color blocking can be horizontal or create panels or stripes. Cotton or cotton blend fabrics hold both colors with definition. Navy and cream works year-round and reads as intentionally vintage rather than themed. This is the retro dress when you want clear period color character with sophistication.