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• Monique Dress by Heartbreaker Fashion
• Adidas Montreal trainers reissues in a bold shade of blue
• eBay watch: 1972 Citroen DS
• A Clockwork Orange book cover limited edition print by David Pelham
• Vintage Czech pin necklaces from Aquvii
• Original Second World War Rayon Stockings
• Style Me Vintage: Make-Up
• Cherner Classic Walnut Side Chair
• Hackney Empire Wallpaper
• Enamel Whistling Kettle by Riess

Monique Dress by Heartbreaker Fashion Posted: 16 Aug 2011 10:00 AM PDT To carry off a bold retro print, designers have to get the cut and shape of any piece just right for a true vintage feel. Heartbreaker Fashion rarely put a foot wrong, hitting the mark once more with this simple but stylish Monique Dress. Shown here in their new print, aptly named Summer, they've plumped for a classic swing dress style that's ideal for the season. With a high neckline, sleeveless cut and subtle flaring at the skirt, the cute addition of a bow at the waist is made all the more effective by blending with the all-over print. It's available now from Heartbreaker Fashion online for $90. Find out more from the website

Adidas Montreal trainers reissues in a bold shade of blue Posted: 16 Aug 2011 08:19 AM PDT We've seen a few variations of these over the past few months, with a new Size? exclusive of the Adidas Montreal trainers just landing in blue. A rather bold and eye-catching shade of blue suede, with white detailing and a contrasting sole. That heel is distinctive - as you might know, it was originally developed from the Gazelle design, but with a collapsible heel that was designed to allow footballers to get the shoe on and off easily after training. Or in your case, to slip on when you fall out of bed. Available now if you want to brave the sluggish Size? website, £60 is the price. Find out more at the Size? website

eBay watch: 1972 Citroen DS Posted: 16 Aug 2011 07:54 AM PDT Looking for a project as winter approaches? This 1972 Citroen DS could be it. Not as sharp as the 1969 version we featured a while back, but this isn't in the same condition. Not that we're writing it off - the car still has a lot going for it - and is ready to go if you want it for the daily commute. It has an MOT, it is tax-exempt and has recently been on the receiving end of a full service. It has also had four new tyres, a new exhaust, a new radiator and a new rear suspension gaiter and still has some period features, like the original radio and the original plate, valued at £500. The seller claims it is used daily and garaged overnight and right now, it is at £3,000 on eBay if you want to make it our daily runaround. Lots more images on the listing. Find out more at the eBay website

A Clockwork Orange book cover limited edition print by David Pelham Posted: 16 Aug 2011 04:27 AM PDT It is an instantly-recognisable image, with this A Clockwork Orange book cover limited edition print by David Pelham now available to buy in a limited edition. It's available from new fine art company Wire Frame, which has reproduced the cover art of David Pelham, specifically his work on JG Ballard covers, but most famously of all, this cover for the original issue of Anthony Burgess' A Clockwork Orange. It's a cover that has never been bettered by subsequent reissues of the book. Each print is on matt 310gsm fine art paper and uses pigment-based lightfast inks. The prints are individually signed and numbered by the artist and include an accompanying certificate of authenticity. Sized at 60 x 40cm, you can secure one for £275. Find out more at the Wire Frame website Via Switched On Art

Vintage Czech pin necklaces from Aquvii Posted: 16 Aug 2011 03:14 AM PDT If you're on the look out for an unusual piece of vintage jewellery take a look at these Czech pin necklaces from Aquvii. Not only vintage but well travelled too: the Japanese company has transformed a load of old Czech badges into chain necklaces. The badges feature a variety of emblems and themes, including the sporting shape of the design featured above.  The necklaces cost £15 each.  See the collection at Concrete Hermit

Original Second World War Rayon Stockings Posted: 16 Aug 2011 02:37 AM PDT If you're a fan of retro style you can't get any more authentic than these Original Second World War Rayon Stockings from the Imperial War Museum Gift Shop. Although one would think authentic forties stockings would be hard to come by, given that war-time shortages of nylons saw women reduced to painting seams up the back of their legs with gravy browning the Imperial War Museum have managed to source some original stock. The stockings cost £39.99 a pair and are available in small, medium and large here.

Style Me Vintage: Make-Up Posted: 16 Aug 2011 02:17 AM PDT If you loved last year's Style Me Vintage: Hairstyles by Belinda Hay, chances are this new companion book Style Me Vintage: Make-Up will also be on your wish list.  It's been written by Katie Reynolds, founder of the Powder Puff Girls (whose Powder Room we also featured last year), and a specialist in recreating retro glamour. The book gives you step-by-step instructions on how to use your cosmetics to replicate various different looks dating from the 1920s, right up to the 1980s. As with the other title, the book uses vintage fabrics and patterns alongside the instructions to create an attractive looking book.  And at an amazing price too. The book is currently costs £6.29 from Amazon.

Cherner Classic Walnut Side Chair Posted: 16 Aug 2011 02:15 AM PDT   If you know your classic design, then you should have no problem identifying this as the work of Norman Cherner. The Cherner Classic Walnut Side Chair has the same distinctive wasp-waisted shape as his armchair. It is made from moulded plywood and the example available here is covered with a rich walnut veneer. The chair costs £646 which is perhaps a bit expensive if you intend to buy a full set for your dining room, but undeniably stylish. Visit the Conran Shop for more information.

Hackney Empire Wallpaper Posted: 16 Aug 2011 02:09 AM PDT Embrace maximalism in all it's glory with this Hackney Empire wallpaper from designers House of Hackney. The design features all manner of animal bacchanalia; from banjo-playing squirrels to cocktail-quaffing badgers and hookah-smoking sloths. The rich colours on a midnight blue background make for a sophisticated and subtle design that reveals it's exoticism on closer inspection. The wallpaper is digitally printed with environmentally friendly inks and costs £148 per roll here. You can also buy cushions, lampshades and furniture featuring the design. The full Hackney Empire range has also been used to create a pop up Gin Den at Bistrotheque where you can sample a signature cocktail surrounded by the fantastical designs.

Enamel Whistling Kettle by Riess Posted: 16 Aug 2011 02:04 AM PDT   If you want the truly traditional experience of making a proper cup of tea, then you really need a kettle that whistles. This Enamel Whistling Kettle is made by Austria by Riess & Co. It has the traditional rounded shape, but has been specifically designed with a large base, so that the water heats up with the minimum amount of energy. It is actually more energy-efficient than an electric kettle. The kettle gives out a loud whistle when the water boils. It is finished in white enamel and costs £46.40 from Manufactum.

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