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- Gold Signet Anchor Ring from Balenciaga
- Suede Biker Jacket from Miss Selfridge
- Shipping Forecast - Gale Warning Letterpress Print by John Christopher
- Acapulco Mini
- Camber Sideboard from Dwell
- Eley Kishimoto Limited Edition for John Lewis Geek Cool Sunglasses
- eBay watch: 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Jubilee Edition - the last-ever Beetle made for the UK market
- Robot alarm clock from Habitat
- 1970s Adidas Rod Laver trainers reissued
- A is for Artist wallpaper by Ella Doran
| Gold Signet Anchor Ring from Balenciaga Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:29 AM PDT Thanks in part to Sailor Jerry's now iconic tattoo designs, nautical emblems have now become an unmistakeable part of retro fashion culture, inspiring prints and logos throughout fifties inspired clothing. This Gold Signet Anchor Ring from Balenciaga allows a subtle nod to fifties style that can be paired with any outfit. Made from brass, the yellow gold shade has an instantly vintage look, with the signet design tying into the ring's nautical inspiration too. The engraved anchor design is simple and classic, drawing on a retro feel without looking cartoonish or over the top. It's available online from Matches Fashion for £225. Find out more from the website |
| Suede Biker Jacket from Miss Selfridge Posted: 15 Jun 2011 09:29 AM PDT Biker jackets for women are a style most often associated with eighties style, but their incorporation into womenswear started with girls way back in the 1950s. Taking inspiration from menswear, more feminine versions were to be found from the sixties onwards. This Suede Biker Jacket from Miss Selfridge adds a feminine seventies feel to the style, eschewing the usual leather for a deep tan suede fabric. The fitted cut doesn't lose its tough edge, with a side-fastening zip front and wide button down lapels. You can get yours from Miss Selfridge now for £95. Find out more from the website |
| Shipping Forecast - Gale Warning Letterpress Print by John Christopher Posted: 15 Jun 2011 08:23 AM PDT As well as using traditional painstaking methods which display tiny imperfections in the type and make each print unique; Gale Warning commemorates a significant event in British modern history: the great storm of 1987. Visually documenting the predicted wind-force, direction and air pressure of that memorable night, this work is hand-printed on to four separate sheets which have a total length of 2.1 metres. The print costs £400 unframed and you can buy it from Unlimited Editions here |
| Posted: 15 Jun 2011 08:16 AM PDT
Just like the original, the Mini version has a solid steel frame with a powder coating and is suitable for use outdoors – the only difference being that this one is child-size. It is available in a choice of light blue, yellow or black. It costs 135 Euros if you buy it directly from Oficina Kreativa. |
| Posted: 15 Jun 2011 07:56 AM PDT
There are two cupboard areas in the middle with a three drawer section on each end. Unusually the drawers are quadrant-shapes which gives the sideboard its distinctive rounded edges. The unit is covered in a grained walnut veneer which adds to its retro appeal. It costs £899 and is estimated to be available at the end of this month. Visit Dwell to order. |
| Eley Kishimoto Limited Edition for John Lewis Geek Cool Sunglasses Posted: 15 Jun 2011 06:11 AM PDT
With a nod to the classic Ray-Ban Wayfarers these glasses have square lenses and retro style aplenty. The white frames have a red inner, picked out with a double red stripe along the arm. Typical of Eley Kishmimoto's simple, timeless style, these shades will last you through this season and beyond. The glasses are limited edition and available either online or in-store for a very reasonable £65. Find out more on the John Lewis website |
| eBay watch: 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Jubilee Edition - the last-ever Beetle made for the UK market Posted: 15 Jun 2011 05:41 AM PDT It's not cheap, but this 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Jubilee Edition is a one of a kind. According to the seller, it's the last-ever original VW Beetle built for the UK market. It was won in a competition and has been maintained by the owners since. Stored away from 1978 to 1986, original carpets stored separately and mileage seriously limited. There's just 25,000 on the clock since new. |
| Robot alarm clock from Habitat Posted: 15 Jun 2011 04:25 AM PDT This robot alarm clock from Habitat is a great piece of fun retro design for your kids - or just yourself. The robot stands at just over 11cm high and is made from plastic. As well as looking good, he's got the added bonus of a clock in his stomach - and an alarm to go with it. This blue hatted robot is our favourite but Habitat is also stocking a slightly crazed looking pink robot alarm clock too. They're both currently reduced in price to £8. Buy it online |
| 1970s Adidas Rod Laver trainers reissued Posted: 15 Jun 2011 03:46 AM PDT Not the most regular reissue on the Adidas roster, the Adidas Rod Laver trainers have been reissued just in time for Wimbledon. |
| A is for Artist wallpaper by Ella Doran Posted: 15 Jun 2011 02:46 AM PDT
Ella Doran is a designer well known for her use of the photographic image. So it's perhaps surprising that her latest product - A is for Artist wallpaper - celebrates the art of block and letterpress printing. The wallpaper is covered with a design showing vintage printers trays. It's digitally printed onto the paper, making for an interesting and unusual wallpaper. The paper costs £150 per 10 metre roll. Order it online |
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