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• Block Heel Sandals from Wallis
• Beaded Flapper Dress from ASOS SALON
• Louise Body "Paper Tiles" Wallpaper
• 1950s-style Zuko table lamps at Graham and Green
• eBay watch: Fully-restored 1967 Fiat 500 classic in blue
• J.Crew Vintage Cotton Pajama Set
• Marooned on Mongo cushions by Diffraction Fiber on Etsy
• Golden Lane II print by Stefi Orazi
• Albany Catwalk retro clocks wallpaper
• Book 'Classic' print by Craig Kirk

Block Heel Sandals from Wallis Posted: 29 Jun 2011 10:15 AM PDT For seventies chic there's nothing that quite lifts an outfit like footwear inspired by the era, providing an instant transformation for everything from flares to maxi dresses. That doesn't mean every pair has to be a dangerously stacked platform, though, as proven by these seventies-look Block Heel Sandals from Wallis. The use of a thick-heeled, wood effect sole helps to create a mainstream retro chic instantly, with patent leather uppers in a classic burnt orange have that playful decadence of disco influence down pat. The chunky straps and t-bar are an ideal post-sixties style point, providing practicality and comfort at the same time. Get yours from Wallis for £45. Find out more from the website

Beaded Flapper Dress from ASOS SALON Posted: 29 Jun 2011 10:00 AM PDT When thinking of pre-war 20th century fashion, perhaps the most iconic trend in womenswear was flapper style, taking a daring new edge into the mainstream. With most high street interpretations leaning on often costumey fringed dresses, this Beaded Flapper Dress from ASOS SALON is miles ahead of the pack. Taken from their vintage inspired SALON range, this twenties styled piece takes inspiration from Art Deco structure in the lines and shapes of both the beading pattern and dress cut. With a drop waist and loose fit to create the androgyny, the daring aspect of flapper style is taken care of by a cut out back and luxurious beading throughout. It's available now from ASOS online for £180. Find out more from the website

Louise Body "Paper Tiles" Wallpaper Posted: 29 Jun 2011 09:27 AM PDT If you hanker for authentic victorian tiles but lack the time and inclination to install them, this Paper Tiles wallpaper from British designer Louise Body could be the solution. A clever trompe l'oeil print creates the effect of vintage aged tiles without the hassle of cement and grout and the paper used is tough enough to be used in place of ceramics. The design incorporates original Victorian tiles but with the addition of hand-drawn flowers for a contemporary twist. The tiles in the design measure 17.5 x 17.5cm This design is one of ten, all printed on to hard-wearing paper sourced from managed forests. The paper costs £20 a metre. Find out more here.

1950s-style Zuko table lamps at Graham and Green Posted: 29 Jun 2011 09:02 AM PDT A lot of style for not a lot of money with these Zuko table lamps at Graham and Green. Very 1950s in design and a very simple design too for either a reading or desk lamp, with the funnel-like metal shade, matching base and moveable stem to direct the light. Lots of colours to choose from, not just the three above, all priced at £45 each. Find out more at the Graham and Green website

eBay watch: Fully-restored 1967 Fiat 500 classic in blue Posted: 29 Jun 2011 08:16 AM PDT If you want something a little more authentic than the recent reissue, check out this fully-restored Fiat 500 classic on eBay right now, which could prove a bargain if you get it at the right price. The car dates back to 1967, a right-hand drive model with 499cc engine, soft top and a blue paint job matched up with a grey and cream interior, a one-off finish for the seller. According to the same seller, it has had a 'complete new brake system and many new parts' and comes with a year's MOT and tax. An eye-catching car, that's for sure and on eBay right now at £3,000. The seller claims 'it cost me a lot more to put it on the road 4 years ago', which we can well believe. Find out more at the eBay website

J.Crew Vintage Cotton Pajama Set Posted: 29 Jun 2011 04:47 AM PDT Forget skimpy negligees and babydolls; for classic bedtime sophistication look no further than these J Crew Vintage Cotton Pajamas from Net-A-Porter. This chic nightwear set comes in solid navy, accented with contrasting white piping, buttons and patch pocket detail. Made of 100% cotton you're guaranteed to be comfortable and stylish whether you're fast asleep or lounging, martini in hand, on your chaise-longue. The pajamas are 100% cotton and cost £80 from Net-A-Porter.com here.

Marooned on Mongo cushions by Diffraction Fiber on Etsy Posted: 29 Jun 2011 04:00 AM PDT It's a not-so-secret fact that we love retro sci-fi, particularly the sort that involve shaky sets, dodgy special effects and not-so-scary monsters. Of course, no far-fetched adventure in outer space would be complete without ray guns. If you're the sort of person who worries that giant spiders or robots may come knocking at your door some day, you'll need these b-movie inspired Marooned on Mongo cushions from Diffraction Fiber on Etsy. Made of eco-felt (produced from recycled plastic bottles), this set of handcut cushions feature a space age ray gun on one and an old school Batman-esque sound effect 'Pew! Pew!' bubble on the other. We can't promise you that it'll protect you from an army of martians but you can at least bash them over the head with it. The pair are $40 from Diffraction Fiber's Etsy store.

Golden Lane II print by Stefi Orazi Posted: 29 Jun 2011 03:35 AM PDT In celebration of the fifth birthday of Things You Can Buy, Stefi Orazi has produced a new print - Golden Lane II. Orazi has paid a visit to this 1950s-designed housing estate a number of times, not least in the four different designs she produced for the card set. It's no wonder, as the coloured panels of the maisonette frontage work really well in the piece, contrasting with the strict lines of the architecture.  This print is limited to an edition of 100 and the print costs £110.  Buy it from Things You Can Buy

Albany Catwalk retro clocks wallpaper Posted: 29 Jun 2011 03:27 AM PDT The new Albany Catwalk wallpaper collection features this striking design, based around five different retro clocks. The clocks range from the very distinctive Vitra ball clock style design and a mid-century starburst number, to more neutral minimal designs. This black and white is the most subdued of the colour combinations available: you can also get this design as metallic teal printed clocks on black, or metallic orange on a chocolate brown background. Those two colourways certainly have more of a retro feel, but possibly have too much impact for the average room.  The wallpaper costs £19.99 a roll.  Buy it from Wallpaper Direct

Book 'Classic' print by Craig Kirk Posted: 29 Jun 2011 02:00 AM PDT Your book shelves may have one or two questionable titles residing on them that you'd rather your house guests didn't cast their eyes upon. Detract away from the acres of trashy holiday reads with the Book 'Classics' print by Craig Kirk on your wall. The 3-colour giclée print features the spines of 10 classic novels you really ought to have read. From Brighton Rock to 1984, all the staples of every vintage bookworm's collection are here, with each title featuring it's own understated motif. With this simple, stylistic artwork adorning your wall, you will no doubt be forgiven for the odd Mills & Boon. Book 'Classics' is £30 from Unlimited Editions. See the website for more details.

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