| Official Mad Men Collection at Banana Republic now available Posted: 18 Aug 2011 01:17 PM PDT 
We flagged it up some time back, but now it looks like the first items in the official Mad Men Collection are now available to buy online at Banana Republic.
The items have landed in the US store (which does international shipping), with clothing and accessories for both men and women designed by Janie Bryant, who designed the costumes for the TV show.
Some examples above and over the page. Above, you can see the lace tipped dress, with short sleeves, a draped neckline, a lace trim at neck and hem, invisible back zip and vented back hem. That sells for $150. The other is the lace dress, which has cap sleeves, a boat neckline and invisible back zip. $130 for that. Further down the page are a couple of the men's items, which to be honest, are less impressive and more expensive. Worth a look though. To the left is the suit, which you'll have to buy separately as trousers, waistcoat and a slim jacket with notched lapel, two-button closure, three exterior pockets, three interior pockets, two-button cuffs and a single back vent. The jacket is $375. The other item below is the five-button shawl collar cardigan, with three front pockets, which sells for $150. Those are just a few items, see the site for all the clothing and accessories for both men and women. Note also that the site currently has a 25 per cent off code for the next few days. The code is BR25OFF if you want the money off and you're quick. Mad Men at Banana Republic website 
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| Grizzly knit cardigan Posted: 18 Aug 2011 12:39 PM PDT 
Grandma chic has found a whole new level with this grizzly knit cardigan.
Although it's still August the weather is telling a different story and while trying to enjoy the last days of summer a warm, woolly cardigan might be in order. This is a perfect match and it even looks smart enough to wear to work. It's very warm and toasty and the metal studs make it slightly less likely to appear on your Grandma. It's expensive but it will last so head out and get one from French Connection for £97.  |
| Barbour Steve McQueen Baker Jacket now available Posted: 18 Aug 2011 12:34 PM PDT 
It's been talked about for a while, but the Barbour Steve McQueen range has now landed, including the Barbour Steve McQueen Baker Jacket.
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the International motorcycle clothing range, Barbour has launched a limited edition Barbour Steve McQueen capsule collection based loosely around it. Pictured above is that Baker jacket, which faithfully recreates the jacket that Steve wore in the 1964 ISDT in East Germany.
It has a fully waxed outer, chest pockets, gold pop studs, throat latch and Barbour International woven logo patch on the chest. The Baker also features a U.S stars and stripes lining and U.S flag on the left chest. Limited numbers of course, it's yours for £279.
Find out more at the End Clothing website Note that this is one of several jacket and garments in the range, you can check out the rest of them here.  |
| Go Stationery Vintage Jack Writing Set Posted: 18 Aug 2011 12:31 PM PDT 
Vintage and lovely - the Go Stationery Vintage Jack writing set will enlighten your life.
Writing letters is a sadly outdated fashion and these writing cards are the ideal way to bring it back into our lives. The vintage patterns will brighten up both you day and the lucky person you've chosen to write a note card to. The mixed chic patterns create a vintage 1950s tea party look and if you're really keen on it there's a whole set of matching stationery on offer from John Lewis. The set is only £6 from John Lewis so you've got no reason not to.  |
| eBay watch: Austin Mini 1988 Mary Quant Designer Edition Posted: 18 Aug 2011 07:21 AM PDT 
There are a couple of these on eBay right now (you can see the other and cheaper one here), but we've opted for this Austin Mini Mary Quant Designer Edition because, quite simply, it looks a better car.
Both have been reconditioned though, so both worth a look if you are after one of these cars, which are certainly becoming more collectible as the years pass. This one, from 1988, has been significantly restored without affecting the original design, with parts and labour put at about £2,000. See the listing for a breakdown of upgrades.
Mileage is 70,500, condition is said to be 'excellent' and the Quant interior is intact. The bidding right now is £1,019. Lots of images on the listing page.
Find out more at the eBay website  |
| Slazenger Heritage bag collection Posted: 18 Aug 2011 04:38 AM PDT 
The Slazenger Heritage collection continues to grow, with bags being the latest to be added to the company's range.
I'll be honest, I'm not blown away by most of them, the majority look trapped in some kind of modern/retro void. But look closely and to the right of the picture and you'll see two winners - a vintage-style holdall and a retro messenger bag, both of which keep it simple and authentic, with just the large logo as detail.
The rest may or may not appeal. You can get up-close to all of them in various colours on the Slazenger Heritage site soon, with prices from £29.99.
Slazenger Heritage website  |
| 1970s Adidas Orion trainers to return as a Size? exclusive Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:27 AM PDT 
No doubt it will be greeted with the traditional crashing of the server when they do land, but if you are lucky, you might get a pair Adidas Orion trainers at some point.
First seen back in 1979, these aren't a regular on the reissue circuit, which is perhaps why they've been chosen as an exclusive reissue from the Size? store. Two colour options of this vintage running shoe will be available, both with a mesh upper, suede detailing and that chunky track sole. The blue and white is above, with the dark blue and orange over the page. The release date is 20th September, the price is likely to be around £65. Here's hoping Size? has a server upgrade sorted before that date.
Size? website Via His Knibs 
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| Vintage Treat Pedestals from BHLDN Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:23 AM PDT 
Cake stands, cake stands everywhere! Instead of opting for the usual three-tiered affair, go for something a bit more unique with these Vintage Treat Pedestals from BHLDN. These super-chintzy beauties will certainly cause a stir at your next tea party. BHLDN have breathed new life into these dainty vintage china plates by placing them on top of elegant glass or crystal wear to create one of a kind stands. They look their absolute best when piled high with the fanciest afternoon treats. The Vintage Treat Pedestals start from $68 and are available from the BHLDN website.  |
| 66721-T Table Lamp by Kaiser idell Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:22 AM PDT 
The Kaiser idell lighting range consists of floor, wall and table lamps and pendants, but one we've not mentioned here before is the 66721-T Table Lamp, the smallest table lamp in the series.
It was designed by Christian Dell in 1926 and like its bigger siblings is a classic of Bauhaus design – but in miniature. It is made from steel and brass with the patented swivel joint. It stands at 25.5cm tall and is available in black, ivory or white. Sadly, the price is far from mini, with the lamps priced £332 from Ivor Innes.  |
| Sukie My First Novel Notebooks Posted: 18 Aug 2011 02:53 AM PDT 
Apparently, there is a frustrated author in each of us. Perhaps a My First Novel Notebook from Sukie is what you need to release the writer in you.
There are three designs to chose from; abstract, petal or alphabet, each in Sukie's colourful retro style. Each notebook is covered in card and finished with the words "Sukie First Editions 2/6" and "My First Novel", to give the air of a vintage book. The paper inside is plain, so you can use it from sketching too. They cost £5.99 each from Magma Books.  |
| Periodic Table of Heavy Metals print from Pop Chart Lab Posted: 18 Aug 2011 02:00 AM PDT 
For those about to rock, we salute you. As does this print from Pop Chart Lab.
The Periodic Table of Heavy Metals charts the history of axe-wielding rockers, from 70s legends such as AC/DC and Black Sabbath, through the poodle barnets of the 80s and all the way to the present day. A grand total of 303 bands are featured on the print and are catagorised by sub-genre. About as much rock as you can fit on one piece of archive paper - this one goes up to 11. $25 from Pop Chart Lab. See the website for more details.  |
