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• Ponte Mini Skirt from New Look
• Flared Corduroy Jeans by J Brand
• Vintage Antlers from Nixey and Godfrey
• Antwerp oversized floor lamp from Heal's
• Miniature Carlton Sottsass shelves available from the V&A
• eBay watch: 1960s Jaguar Mk II 240 car
• Knifethrower Cashmere Scarf by We Are Owls
• Big Eyed 60s Mod Style Paper Dolls
• Normann Copenhagen Dahlia Rug

Ponte Mini Skirt from New Look Posted: 06 Sep 2011 10:15 AM PDT When the high street's more affordable stores tackle vintage inspiration, it's ideal for stocking up on affordable classics that you can wear every day. This A Line Ponte Mini Skirt from New Look has an effortlessly sixties feel that you can team with almost any sixties pieces. Available in a choice of four colour choices, each shade has a cool sixties feel that allows the skirt to be the central piece in your outfit. The A Line cut creates a structural silhouette, offsetting the daring mini hem perfectly. Finished with a high waistline and hip pockets, this is the sort of piece you'll end up wearing time and again. Get yours from New Look now for just £9.99. Find out more from the website

Flared Corduroy Jeans by J Brand Posted: 06 Sep 2011 09:50 AM PDT When most people think of seventies fashion, flares are often top of the list in both men's and women's wardrobes. Creating a cool and retro piece of clothing that can be worn for almost any occasion, these Ali High-Rise Flares from J Brand are a great take on the original seventies versions. Made from a cool navy corduroy, the textural fabric adds another retro element to the jeans-cut trousers. With a high waistline and fitted thighs, the flare kicks from the knee to create that instantly striking silhouette. Also available in a tan shade of corduroy, they're now on sale from Net-a-Porter for £255 each. Find out more from the website

Vintage Antlers from Nixey and Godfrey Posted: 06 Sep 2011 08:38 AM PDT Add a touch of gothic drama to your home with these mounted Vintage Antlers from Norfolk-based homewares emporium Nixey and Godfrey. Nixey and Godfrey source stylish one-off and limited edition pieces that will add a note of individuality to your decor. They also hand select vintage pieces which are upcycled to create unique home accessories. These vintage mounts have been lovingly restored in their workshop and repainted in selected Farrow & Ball colours which to create contrasting backdrops to the antlers. There are a range of antlers available on the site, all priced at £55. Find out more here.

Antwerp oversized floor lamp from Heal's Posted: 06 Sep 2011 05:53 AM PDT Looking for a statement piece of lighting? You won't be able to miss the Antwerp oversized floor lamp from Heal's. Very much taking its cue from the giant anglepoise, it's basically a classic desk lamp on a much larger scale - a height of 175cm to be exact. The light comes in a matt blue finish, and complete with a floor switch for easy operation.  The lamp costs £260.  Buy it online

Miniature Carlton Sottsass shelves available from the V&A Posted: 06 Sep 2011 05:34 AM PDT The exhibition doesn't open until 24 September but the V&A's product to accompany their Postmodernism show is already beginning to creep into their shop. Definitely worth a look are these miniature Carlton shelves, based on the design by Ettore Sottsass.  Designed in 1981 by Sottsass for Memphis, the riot of colour, shapes and material have become forever associated with the period, and the movement. Hard to imagine in many places other than a gallery, they are bound to form a focal point in any room. Though they are described as miniature, it's hard to tell from the V&A's website just how big they are. Judging by the price, and the fact they are only deliverable in the UK, hopefully they're not too mini.  Available to pre-order now, the shelves cost £750. Order it online

eBay watch: 1960s Jaguar Mk II 240 car Posted: 06 Sep 2011 04:23 AM PDT The car of choice for TV villains in the '60s and '70s, this Jaguar Mk II 240 is both a stylish and a speedy number, as well as being up for sale on eBay right now. This particular example dates back to 1968, with 42,000 miles showing on the clock from the two previous owners. The seller can't confirm if that's genuine, but judging by the low number of owners and the condition, it might well be. It packs a 2,400cc engine, said to be capable of over 100mph and is in a 'Cotswold Beige' colour, matched up with the original black vinyl interior and original dash and dials. As for driving, according to the seller, the car 'starts and drives exactly as it should and is a pleasure to drive'. Ready to go in short. Although there might be some work to be done on the paint in time. Want it? Not the cheapest car at around £8,995, but a head-turner, that's for sure. Lots more detail and images on the listing. Find out more at the eBay website

Knifethrower Cashmere Scarf by We Are Owls Posted: 06 Sep 2011 03:30 AM PDT The magic of the big top is the inspiration behind the latest collection of scarves from New York accessories label We Are Owls. The printed designs capture the glamour and spectacle of the travellling circus in it's heyday, featuring performing horses, leopard trainers and elephants balanced atop balls. The Knifethrower Cashmere Scarf is pale blue, with a bold, geometric design in red, blue and grey that features this daredevil lady pinned to a circular board embedded with daggers. The scarf is 100% cashmere with a delicate fringed trim and costs £200 from Glassworks Studios.

Big Eyed 60s Mod Style Paper Dolls Posted: 06 Sep 2011 02:02 AM PDT   I remember having some paper dolls when I was a child, but they weren't as coolly attired as these Big Eyed 60s Mod Style Paper Dolls. There are four dolls available, each with different hair and eye colouring, but all with that wide-eyed Blythe doll look. Once you've chosen the doll, there is then a choice of four outfits, one for each season. Spring and Winter are wearing floral tent dresses (Winter's inspired by a Marimekko design) whilst Summer and Autumn wear shift dresses. Each season's outfit also has appropriate accessories. You can buy the dolls individually (£5 each) or a set with all four dolls and outfits (just over £15). Buy them from Finch and Willow on Etsy.

Normann Copenhagen Dahlia Rug Posted: 06 Sep 2011 02:00 AM PDT   Normann Copenhagen's Dahlia Rug makes a bold style statement on your floor. The design is based on the natural pattern of Dahlia petals, but the effect created is also geometric. The rug is available in a choice of three colours (blue, orange, red) and three sizes (2m, 1.3m or 1m in diameter). Prices range from £219.99 to £659.99. Buy the Dahlia Rug at Dennis McGregor.

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