Latest articles from Retro To Go

---

• Bordeaux Slingbacks from Monsoon
• Tropical Print Maxi Dress from Miss Selfridge
• Velvet Cave vintage dress auctions
• Prem-I-Air Retro Style Desk Fan
• eBay watch: Pair of 1970s Milo Baughman lounge chairs
• Size? gets an exclusive reissue of Adidas Munchen trainers
• Crayola Letter Art by The Letteroom
• Navy Vintage Floral Swimsuit from Topshop
• Irisa mid-century style range at Barker and Stonehouse
• 1950s-style Herbbs Tea Towel from Zara Home
• Waldorf Sofa

Bordeaux Slingbacks from Monsoon Posted: 05 Jul 2011 11:36 AM PDT It's a rare occasion when the mainstream high street shops bring us items with retro looks stretching further back than the 1950s, but once in a while a rare gem will sneak through. This pair of Bordeaux Slingbacks from Monsoon are an ideal choice for lovers of many vintage eras, providing a perfect accompaniment for everything from flapper to mod styles. The t-bar slingbacks are truly classic, with the use of a low heel and closed almond toe. In a rich cream shade of leather, these dancing shoes have a real vintage treasure feel, making them perfect to pair with your well chosen retro threads from 20s evening looks to 60s daywear. Get yours from Monsoon for £50. Find out more from the website

Tropical Print Maxi Dress from Miss Selfridge Posted: 05 Jul 2011 11:31 AM PDT The high street is currently awash with maxi dresses, with most using seventies style as their source of vintage inspiration. Offering something a little different is this Tropical Print Maxi from Miss Selfridge, using a fifties-look exotica print on the thoroughly modern silhouette. The bold colour palette brings to life a print that takes inspiration from fifties styled florals, reminiscent of the Hawaiin hula girl influence on the pin-up scene, and later in mainstream fashion. The simple, strapless maxi shape is a modern cut, but is still simple enough to let the retro influence take the fore. It's available from Miss Selfridge now for £40. Find out more from the website

Velvet Cave vintage dress auctions Posted: 05 Jul 2011 10:59 AM PDT The latest Velvet Cave vintage dress auctions are now online, with plenty of potential bargains if you are after something with a '60s or a '70s twist. Around 42 dresses on offer right now, which are well worth browsing if you have a couple of minutes. We're flagging up just one of them, this blue paisley and lace Peter Pan mini dress, with a short length and lightweight fabric - perfect for the summer months. Right now, that one stands at £5.72 if you fancy a bid. Browse the Velvet Cave vintage dress auctions Via Modculture

Prem-I-Air Retro Style Desk Fan Posted: 05 Jul 2011 08:49 AM PDT If you're feeling the heat at work then why not invest in a Prem-I-Air Retro Style Desk Fan to keep yourself cool? In addition to serving the very practical purpose of keeping you chilled with three fan speed settings and smooth oscillation for wider air distribution, this fan will add a whole lot of retro credibility to your workspace. Shiny black with chrome detailing and a very satisfying knob to twiddle, it's perfect for creating a little Mad Men oasis of sophistication at your desk. The fan head measures 15cm and the fan itself costs £39.99 from Amazon.

eBay watch: Pair of 1970s Milo Baughman lounge chairs Posted: 05 Jul 2011 07:36 AM PDT Design details are scarce, but the picture should tell you everything about this pair of Milo Baughman lounge chairs, which are available on eBay right now. No date is attributed, but judging by the look, we would say 1970s, possibly sneaking into the late 60s, but generally that era. It's a very stylish design, with that chromed frame supporting what looks like a very comfortable seat and back, with just minimal arm rests. It's a 'red-orange striped fabric' and the seat cushions are loose. According to the seller, the chairs are 'in good condition' with 'normal scratches, marks and light scuffs' due to age, but are 'firm and sturdy'. For the two, the price right now is $9.99 (£6.23). Find out more at the eBay website

Size? gets an exclusive reissue of Adidas Munchen trainers Posted: 05 Jul 2011 07:23 AM PDT Hot on the heels of the Nike Elite Vintage trainers comes another Size? exclusive reissue, the Adidas Munchen trainers, which are already flying off the (virtual) shelves. This time the 1976 indoor training shoe is reissued with a red suede and nylon mesh upper, with white leather stripes, white mid sole and white laces. If you love red and white, it's perfect. Of not, then...maybe not. But if you do love them, £60 is the asking price. Find out more at the Size? website Via His Knibs

Crayola Letter Art by The Letteroom Posted: 05 Jul 2011 05:50 AM PDT   The Letteroom specialises in personalised gifts, which isn't that unusual, but their Crayola Letter Art is something a bit different. Housed in a white wooden box frame, it consists of a capital letter made entirely from Crayola crayons of different lengths and colours. You get to pick the letter obviously, but you can also chose between multi-coloured crayons, shades of pinks or shades of blue.  It would make a good  gift for a child or an adult nostalgic for childhood. Buy it directly from The Letteroom for £37.50

Navy Vintage Floral Swimsuit from Topshop Posted: 05 Jul 2011 03:36 AM PDT The summer holidays are just around the corner and if you're not quite sure that you want to flaunt yourself in a micro bikini, you can still look hot by the pool in this cute Navy Vintage Floral Swimsuit from Topshop. The floral print chimes perfectly with the flattering retro-style cut which offers great coverage of stomach and thighs with a flattering (and flattening) shape. Curves are further enhanced with padded cups and frill detailing on the neckline and sides and there are detachable halter neck ties should you need a little more support. The swimsuit csts £30 from Topshop here.

Irisa mid-century style range at Barker and Stonehouse Posted: 05 Jul 2011 03:15 AM PDT The new Irisa range from Barker and Stonehouse is a contemporary collection inspired by retro style. The range includes a dining table and chairs, as well as an accompanying sideboard and even a TV table. Made from a mixture of oak and oak veneer, the furniture echoes the looks of mid-century designs with their simple lines and tapered legs.  Prices start at £85 for the dining chair.  See the range online

1950s-style Herbbs Tea Towel from Zara Home Posted: 05 Jul 2011 02:55 AM PDT This Herbbs tea towel from Zara Home offers another bright and colourful retro tea towel design to add your collection and at a bargain price too. The tea towel depicts a design not dissmilar to New House Textile's Herb Garden design which dates back to the fifties. Like that design, this cotton tea towel is decorated with an illustration showing pots full of herbs. This design is given a contemporary twist by the use of bright pop colours.  The tea towel costs a bargin £5.99. Buy it online

Waldorf Sofa Posted: 05 Jul 2011 12:59 AM PDT   The Waldorf Sofa is part of Heal's classic designs range. The shape of the sofa takes its inspiration from designs of the 1930s, with its semi-circular ends and cutaway arm details. The sofa is available in a range of fabrics, so if the floral pattern pictured here isn't to your taste then they may have something more to your liking in-store. It is available exclusively to Heal's and is currently in the sale with a starting price of £1,596 reduced from £1,995.

You are subscribed to email updates from Retro To Go To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now.	Email delivery powered by Google
Google Inc., 20 West Kinzie, Chicago IL USA 60610