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• Bright Sailor Slacks from Tara Starlet
• Vivi Rhinestone Dress by Milly
• Adidas Beckenbauer Allround trainers reissued in black and green
• Ladies Cameo fabric by Melody Miller
• “A Scene From..” Prints by Graphic Nothing
• eBay watch: 1960s Junghans Ato-Mat mantle clock
• Paloma Dress from Dollydagger
• Peanut coffee table from BHS
• Sharon Jane wallpaper
• Hitchcock prints from Needle Design

Bright Sailor Slacks from Tara Starlet Posted: 19 Sep 2011 10:15 AM PDT Fifties frocks are always an option catered for by the many retro brands out there, and often replicated on the high street too. Finding equally snappy separates can be more of a challenge, making these Bright Sailor Slacks from British brand Tara Starlet even more special. Available in a range of vivid colours, the slacks have an unmistakeably fifties feel thanks to their stylish structure. A high waistline combined with wide legs helps to create a cool retro silhouette, while the addition of nautical-inspired hip buttons accentuates the hips for a great hourglass.  They're available from Tara Starlet for £60 per pair. Find out more from the website

Vivi Rhinestone Dress by Milly Posted: 19 Sep 2011 10:00 AM PDT Fashion historians might best remember the 1960s as a decade of daring change, but not all the icons of the time had the daring license of rock and roll's stylish few. For your own piece of that very sixties balance between classic style and originality, this Vivi Rhinestone Dress by Milly is a great choice. Reminiscent of the high end fashions of Jackie O, this wool blend dress has a simplistic and timeless shift shape. The sleeveless cut, high neckline and underbust belting create a very retro silhouette, with the bright colour and textured fabric keeping it youthful and fresh. Get yours from My Wardrobe online for £375. Find out more from the website

Adidas Beckenbauer Allround trainers reissued in black and green Posted: 19 Sep 2011 08:40 AM PDT A regular on the reissue circuit, the Adidas Beckenbauer trainers are back in a black leather finish with green detailing.. Originally introduced by Adidas in 1982 and of course, named after the legendary (West) German footballer, the shoes have consistently sold well since and have always been a terrace favourite. This reissue is in black leather, with a contrast sole unit, suede toe piece, green stripes and heel plus gold branding. If you want a pair, £62 is the price directly from Adidas. Find out more at the Adidas Store website Via His Knibs

Ladies Cameo fabric by Melody Miller Posted: 19 Sep 2011 06:53 AM PDT   I'll confess I'm not the type to make my own clothes, cushions or curtains, but I was then I'd definitely make something with this Ladies Cameo fabric by Melody Miller. The fabric is part of Miller's Ruby Star Rising Range produced by Japanese company Kokka. The ivory background features a range of cameos of glamorous retro ladies with sophisticated hairdos and fancy blouses. The material is of home decor weight for suitable for making curtains, cushions, bedding, as well as clothes and bags. It cost £16.50 per metre from Fabric Yard on Etsy.

“A Scene From..” Prints by Graphic Nothing Posted: 19 Sep 2011 06:50 AM PDT   I loved Graphic Nothing's Mona List Revamped and album cover remixed prints, even if it took a few minutes of staring and squinting to see what they were. More easily recognisable, but just as good is the "A Scene From" series of prints from the same designer. I would imagine if you are reading this site that you will recognise the above image as being David Hemmings setting up his camera in Blow-Up. Other cult and classic movie moments given Graphic Nothing's makeover including Mick Jagger dancing with a neon light tube in Performance, Cameron, Sloane and Ferris posing in Chicago's Art Gallery in Ferris Bueller's Day Off and of course, a scene from Star Wars just before Ben Kenobi dies. The prints are available in three sizes A3 (£19), A2 (£28) and A1 (£46) from Some Prints.

eBay watch: 1960s Junghans Ato-Mat mantle clock Posted: 19 Sep 2011 05:19 AM PDT Not just another space age 1960s clock, this Junghans Ato-Mat mantle clock has a little more of the 'classic' about it. But it still looks very much of the era, perfect for an early-to-mid 1960s room. The case is wooden, with a glass face and those minimal hands and numbers (represented as lines). The whole thing is around 26cm wide and 17.5cm high. According to the seller, the clock is in 'superb' condition, with the only sign of wear being on one of the back bottom corners of the case - very slight wear though. If you fancy owning it, bidding is at £4.99 right now. Find out more at the eBay website

Paloma Dress from Dollydagger Posted: 19 Sep 2011 04:00 AM PDT It is far too horrifically early to be thinking about Christmas parties, however somehow this Paloma Dress from Dollydagger has got us thinking about mid-winter cocktails already. Everything about this dress, from the pleated full skirt to the emerald taffeta fabric, screams retro partywear and would no doubt see you conga-ing around the corridors of certain Madison Avenue offices, cocktail in hand. Unlike most prom-style frocks, the Paloma has a slash neck, far more demure than the usual halterneck. It is also available in black, red and black & turquoise stripe. The Paloma dress is available from Dollydagger in mid-October for £149. See the website for more details.

Peanut coffee table from BHS Posted: 19 Sep 2011 02:26 AM PDT This peanut coffee table from BHS offers some simple mid-century stylings at a high-street price. Made from wood, the kidney shaped table top combined with its tapered legs help create a 50s look.  You'd expect it to be reasonably priced as it comes from BHS. Even better news is that they've currently got it on sale. It's yours for £229.  Buy it from BHS

Sharon Jane wallpaper Posted: 19 Sep 2011 02:26 AM PDT Sharon Jane specializes in hand screen-printed wallpaper, with unusual designs that often have retro influences.  Take for example her 1970s-inspired daisy design pictured above. Other wallpaper designs feature classic cars and early-twentieth century belles, which make a refreshing alternative to other designs that are available on the high street.  The paper costs £118 a roll.  See the range at Notonthehighstreet

Hitchcock prints from Needle Design Posted: 19 Sep 2011 02:00 AM PDT Some more reimagined classic movie posters for you, this time with a Hitchcock theme. Needle Design have created a set of six prints inspired by master of suspense's greatest works for the 50s & 60s. The prints feature Alfred's famous profile, each adorned with little motifs from each of the six classic films featured, from Rear Window to The Birds.  Each print is £25 from Needle Design. See the website for more details.

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