Slightly mid-century in inspiration, but much more reminiscent of something from the 1970s – the Aero Stool is also an eco-friendly piece of seating.
Inspired by ‘a mirror image on a still lake’, the curved seat is made from hard Brazilian FSC-certified Pau Ferro wood, coupled with a cream-coloured cushion made from synthetic leather.
Made to order, so expect something of a lead time, you can order one for £895.
The Rolex Submariner was introduced in 1954, designed for diving and any other water-based activity. But its fame is probably more down to its appearance in the James Bond movies – 11 films have featured the timepiece. Sadly, being a Rolex means it’s out of the price range of most of us – until now.
The Toy Watch Company Fluo watch is based almost exactly on the Submariner, but with a healthy dose of fun added – like a range of colour options for a start and construction from a high strength (but light) polycarbonate.
Aside from that, this looks every bit the Rolex, but much more affordable at £125.
Find out more at the End Clothing website
It might seem like obvious advice, but if you’re looking for some high-end design for your home, there’s always discounts to be had at sale time – as is the case with this Eames Storage Unit (ESU) from Vitra.
Developed by Charles & Ray Eames in 1949, it’s a free-standing shelving/storage unit constructed with the principles of mass production in mind, made from moulded plywood, painted screens, brushed metal (for the frame) and height adjustable legs.
Various sizes are in production from Vitra, with this small unit selling at Utility for £646 – a sale discount of £124 from the usual price.
Find out more at the Utility Design website
Fancy learning a new language? Well, wartime English is now available to study, courtesy of Service Slang.
This is a hardback reissue of a 1943 book by J. L. Hunt and A. G. Pringle, complete with period illustrations from ‘Flying Officer C. Morgan’. And it explains many phrases still in use today – like ‘browned off’ and ‘cake hole’ for example, along with a few that were only really appropriate at the time – ‘chocks away’, ‘scramble’, ‘the gravy’ (Atlantic Ocean), ‘seven-beller’ (cup of tea) and ‘jeep’ (girlfriend) to name just a few.
A lighthearted book that might just expand (or least vary) your vocabulary in the modern age – it retails for just over £5.
Last year, we featured The Art Of Angelique Houtkamp book by Outre Press. And if the tattoo-inspired art in it appealed, you’ll be pleased to know that Angelique Houtkamp prints can now be bought in the UK.
Houtkamp’s art is certainly doing big business right now, so could prove to be quite an investment. The 1930s-style Saphirra lithographic print pictured above is sized at 40 x 30cm, limited to just 250 and signed by the artist.
If you want one, you can pick it up for £55. Or check out the other images on the same website.
Find out more at the Nelly Duff website
Originally released in 1972 and now back in circulation, the Snoopy toothbrush set is ideal for big and small kids alike.
The updated set includes a toothbrush stand, Snoopy cordless power toothbrush handle, two toothbrushes and a coupon for money off kids’ toothpaste.
All that for just $20 (around £10).
Find out more at the Fred Flare website
