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• 1980s Puma Whirlwind Classic trainers get an archive reissue
• eBay watch: 1950s Hans Gugelot-designed Braun G11 valve radio
• Jayson Lilley Trellick Tower Print
• Wire Coffee Table/Magazine Rack
• Utterly scrumptious picnic napkins
• River Island 1970s polka dot jumpsuit
• Movie love quotes print by Karin Akesson
• Purnukka jar - 1950s storage

1980s Puma Whirlwind Classic trainers get an archive reissue Posted: 08 Apr 2011 10:05 AM PDT Reappearing on the shelves some 30 years or so on from their debut are these Puma Whirlwind Classic trainers. This is an 'archive' reissue in a very eye-catching white and surf blue colourway, keeping the spikes for the sole, not to mention the original shape, this reissue is offered in a soft suede and mesh upper and in very limited numbers. Grab a pair while you can, £49 is the asking price. Find out more at the End Clothing website

eBay watch: 1950s Hans Gugelot-designed Braun G11 valve radio Posted: 08 Apr 2011 09:58 AM PDT Not just a cool piece of midcentury design, this Hans Gugelot-designed Braun G11 valve radio is still in working order as a radio too. Best known for his work with Dieter Rams, this 'solo' design from Gugelot offers up LW, MW and FM reception, maple veneers, a contrasting white face for the controls and a set of vintage valves within for a rich, warm sound. As we mentioned earlier, it's offered in full working order, with the veneers in 'fair' condition, with some minor damage and marking - see the close-up shots on the sales page for more on that. But lt.'s be honest - this is well over 50 years old, so hardly surprising. A rare design, with the bidding price right now at £21. Find out more at the eBay website

Jayson Lilley Trellick Tower Print Posted: 08 Apr 2011 08:02 AM PDT   Erno Goldfiinger's controversial bit of Brutalist architecture,Trellick Tower, has become inspiration for several designers over recent years, with Jayson Lilley being the latest. His Trellick Tower Print uses his signature bright colours for the lights shining from the tower's windows. The background sky has been given a pop art look with a single block colour – choose from either blue, yellow or brown. The print is available in two sizes: Small (11cm x 11cm print on 23cm square paper) priced £40 or Large (33cm x 33cm print on 50cm square paper) for £80 Buy the prints online from Caroline McGrath.

Wire Coffee Table/Magazine Rack Posted: 08 Apr 2011 07:25 AM PDT   This Wire Coffee Table/Magazine Rack draws inspired from the wire furniture of the 1950s and 1960s such as Knoll's .Platner chair or the Bertoia Diamond armchair. We like these wire furniture, but we also like multi-purpose pieces, where this item also scores highly. It functions as a coffee table and magazine rack, but the wooden top can also be lifted off and used separately as a tray. It costs just under £110 which is a particularly good price if you look at it as three items in one. Buy it online from Rockett St George.

Utterly scrumptious picnic napkins Posted: 08 Apr 2011 07:23 AM PDT When you're planning the next picnic in your local park make sure you bring these utterly scruptious  picnic napkins form John Lewis. The design is 1920s-inspired and will sit perfectly with some dainty cakes and pastries and will make any event a little more special. It also fits in with the Royal Wedding mania gripping the country and comes in a pretty presentation pack. They come in a box of 30 and you can get yours from John Lewis online.

River Island 1970s polka dot jumpsuit Posted: 08 Apr 2011 07:09 AM PDT Like all decades in history, the 1970s is making yet another come back in 2011 and this River Island 1970s polka dot jumpsuit encompasses everything you need to complete the look. It's getting warmer outside and if you're not prepared to bare all but want to stay breezy and cool, a jumpsuit is comfy, flexible and paired with chunky heels it becomes a great party outfit. On the reverse there are crossover straps and the jumpsuit has pleated detailing on the waistband with buttons on the front. Get your own online for £44.99.

Movie love quotes print by Karin Akesson Posted: 08 Apr 2011 03:07 AM PDT Looking to add a touch of Hollywood to your seduction technique? Then this Movie love quotes print by Karin Akesson could be your new best friend. The print draws together some of the most famous love quotes from a wide range of films like Casablanca and Gone with the Wind, as well as some of slightly less classic status (Notting Hill?). The quotes have been printed in a paler black ink to add something of a vintage feel to the print. Use the lines for your own chat-up line inspiration, or just to test your own cinematic knowledge. It's an edition of 500 prints, the price being only £25.  Buy it from All Things Original

Purnukka jar - 1950s storage Posted: 08 Apr 2011 02:57 AM PDT Here's a subtle piece of retro style, the Purnukka jar. Manufactured by Iittala, though they look pretty timeless, these ceramic jars were actually designed by Kaj Franck back in 1953 and remained in production until 1975. They're now back in a tantalising range of colours and with just a slight tweak to the original design: they've been changed so they are better at stacking. Available in either 60mm or 120mm sizing, they're guaranteed to keep looking good for many more decades to come.  The jars are priced at £16 for smaller size and £19 for the larger jar.  Buy them from TwentyTwentyOne

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