As Madonna's movie W.E. launches, we're taking a look at the style of Wallis Simpson and recreating her elegant 1940s look.

Our very own Brix Smith Start shows you how to stylishly channel the fashion icon who stole a King's heart! From ladylike dresses to chic knee-length skirts, this trend is a style must on the high street right now.

Simpson once said of herself that "I'm nothing to look at so the only thing I can do is dress better than anyone else", and boy did she manage to do that!

Get the look
 
Ladylike 1940s
Hat from Beyond Retro £15
Collar from Boohoo.com £15
Cardigan from Mint Velvet £55
Skirt from H&M £29.99
Shoes from Moda In Pelle £59.95
Ring from Bulatti £60
1940s Tea Dress from John Lewis £79
Ring from H&M £3.99
Tights from Pretty Polly at mytights.com £5.25
Shoes from Office £65
 
1940s trousers
Jacket from New Look £24.99
Brooch from M&S £15
Shirt from Zara £39.99
Trousers from LK Bennett £45
Shoes from Primark £16

1940s New Look
Scarf from Topshop £28
Sunglasses from Topshop £16
Necklace from Zara £19.99
Top from Boohoo.com £20
Skirt from Monsoon £55
Bag from Primark £7
Shoes from H&M £24.99
 
Modern day 1940s
Fur stole from Boohoo.com £15
Top from H&M £29.99
Trousers from Kew at John Lewis £38
Bag from Debenhams £29
Shoes from H&M £29.99
Ring from Bulatti £60