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- Warhol and the Diva at The Lowry, Salford Quays
- Hanna Melin's Personalised Cassette Print
- London Buildings: An Architectural Tour book by Robin Farquhar and Hannah Dipper
- Tribal Halter Dress from Peacocks
- Crocodile Brooch Clutch from River Island
- Autograph Oslo daybed from Marks and Spencer
- Jane Foster London print
- Classic Adidas trainers - 10 of the best new summer reissues
- Ping Pong Match Clockwork Tin Toy from After Noah
- New Vintage Monet Print Prom Dress from Oasis
| Warhol and the Diva at The Lowry, Salford Quays Posted: 01 Jun 2011 09:24 AM PDT
The exhibition will include some of Warhol's most instantly recognisable subjects, such as Marilyn Monroe, Liza Minnelli and Debbie Harry, along with rarely seen silkscreen prints of Jane Fonda and self portraits of Warhol himself in drag. The exhibition runs from 25 June to 25 September at The Lowry. |
| Hanna Melin's Personalised Cassette Print Posted: 01 Jun 2011 09:12 AM PDT
It features an illustration inspired by compilation tapes we all used to make before they were replaced by CDs and downloads. The writing on the label on the tapes can be changed, so you can use the print to wish someone a happy birthday or to add your own personal message. The print measures 21cm by 30cmand costs £16. Order online at Rockett St George. |
| London Buildings: An Architectural Tour book by Robin Farquhar and Hannah Dipper Posted: 01 Jun 2011 08:53 AM PDT They are the folk behind People Will Always Need Plates, a company we have featured regularly in the past. But soon, Robin Farquhar and Hannah Dipper will offer those distinctive designs in book form, courtesy of London Buildings: An Architectural Tour. |
| Tribal Halter Dress from Peacocks Posted: 01 Jun 2011 07:34 AM PDT The continuing popularity of maxi dress shapes in high street summer collections is great news for lovers of retro fashion, with many pieces relying on a seventies aesthetic as inspiration. This Tribal Halter Dress from Peacocks captures that mood in a piece that's surprisingly affordable. The use of a halter neckline adds some sex appeal to the loose maxi fit of the dress, ensuring the busy fabric doesn't swallow your frame. With a print that displays obvious African influence, the colour palette too points towards the sixties and seventies affection for exotic influence throughout fashion. It's now available from Peacocks for £28. Find out more from the website |
| Crocodile Brooch Clutch from River Island Posted: 01 Jun 2011 07:33 AM PDT Original vintage clothing and accessories can often pose something of a moral dilemma for consumers, with the frequent use of ethically dubious materials. Thankfully for lovers of the look and not the methods, there's pieces to be found that successfully fake it like this Crocodile Brooch Clutch from River Island. The use of a deep green faux crocodile fabric, along with a rich brown faux leather, creates a real vintage shop luxury. The addition of a gold crocodile brooch to the clasp is a cheeky little detail with a glamorous and edgy feel, ideal for mid-20th century style. It's available now from River Island for £24.99. Find out more from the website |
| Autograph Oslo daybed from Marks and Spencer Posted: 01 Jun 2011 07:33 AM PDT If you loved the space age style of the Farmer's Cottage spheres we featured a little while back, but they were out of your price range, this Autograph Oslo daybed from Marks and Spencer brings something of the same look to your outdoor space with a slightly smaller price tag attached. The daybed is made from white synthetic rattan and has a 70s feel, further enhanced by the curve of the canopy. If you like the look, armchairs and coffee table are also available in the same range. The daybed is currently offered with 40% off and will set you back £714.90. You'll still need to pay extra for the canopy or the seating pad. Order it online |
| Posted: 01 Jun 2011 07:33 AM PDT Jane Foster's bright and cheerful retro textiles and designs are always a delight, and her new London print doesn't disappoint. It uses a very simple design to illustrate London: Big Ben, the London Eye and a London bus. The print is enlivened by the application of some of her colourful 1960s/70s patterns to the outline of the objects making London suddenly look like a lot happier place. There's also a similar print available of Paris, showing a Citroen 2CV parked outside the Eiffel Tower. A 40 x 50cm print will set you back £14.99. Buy it from All Posters |
| Classic Adidas trainers - 10 of the best new summer reissues Posted: 01 Jun 2011 07:31 AM PDT Ok, we got up this morning to be greeted with an avalanche of classic Adidas trainer reissues. So rather than trickle them out over a matter of days, we've decided to pick out the best 10 styles and feature each one at the His Knibs site. |
| Ping Pong Match Clockwork Tin Toy from After Noah Posted: 01 Jun 2011 04:09 AM PDT There are some people it always proves difficult to pick gifts for - and Dads often top that list. This Ping Pong Match Toy from After Noah would make a great gift for Father's Day or any other present-worthy occasion that needs something a little bit different. Traditional tin toys have great charm thanks to their iconic designs and ingenious simplicity. Wind the key and sit back to watch the two players hit the ball back and forth across the net. The clever mechanism makes the ball appear to float as the players compete furiously to outdo one another. The toy is a very reasonable £16.50 and you can find it on the After Noah site here. |
| New Vintage Monet Print Prom Dress from Oasis Posted: 01 Jun 2011 01:55 AM PDT Oasis do a retro-style dress better than most and their latest New Vintage summer collection is no exception. There are five dresses in the range including this Monet Print Prom Dress; a show-stopping floral silk number with a single strap and ruched bandeau body. The skirt is classic prom-dress with a nipped-in waist and full skirt with net underlay. At £150, the dress is at the top end of the Oasis price spectrum but the romantic style won't date so should carry it through for many seasons to come. The range also includes fabric bags and scarves in similarly nostalgic prints. View the whole collection here. |
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