Author: modculture

Categories / Men's Fashion, Sportswear

Adidas launches Daley Thompson-inspired Great Britain hoody

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Adidas_daley In the UK at least, there seemed to be a golden era of athletics in the 80s, with just about all the leading competitors (not just British ones) being household names. Even with an Olympics coming up, I still can’t name any of the current British team – but I do remember the stars of my childhood, headed up by legendary decathlete Daley Thompson.

And so does Adidas it seems, with the launch of its Great Britain hoody. It’s based on the gear worn by Thompson in his 80s heyday, complete with Union Jack logo and hood, as well as all the period Adidas detailing.

Personally, I don’t think I could pull it off. But if you’re on the look out for some 80s nostalgia for your wardrobe, you can pick up one of these for £60.

Find out more at the End Clothing website

Categories / Bags, Travel

Pan Am classic Cabin Bag

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We have featured the high-end Pan Am anniversary bags recently, but if your budget doesn’t quite stretch that far, these classic Pan Am Cabin Bags offer just as much vintage style for considerably less.

In that classic blue and featuring an even more classic logo, the official Cabin Bag reissue carries enough capacity for all your on-board essentials and more, with details including a vintage print lining, vintage-style metallic zip fasteners and a Pan Am tag on an attached metal chain.

Just $59.99, which is around £30.

Find out more at the Mod Cloth website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Objecto mid-century-style Moebius table

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Moebius

Remember the Isamu Noguchi coffee table we featured last week? Well, over its 60+ year life, it has seen numerous imitators – the most recent being the Objecto Moebius table.

It’s similar, but at the same time very different, standing slightly higher than its inspiration and with a more basic glass top. But the walnut-stained beechwood base is more complex and every bit as eye-catching. And of course, you don’t need to pay a Vitra price tag.

In fact, compared to the £930 cost of the Noguchi, the £399.99 price of the Moebius seems pretty reasonable.

Find out more at the Bodie and Fou website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Heal’s Archive unit – vintage shop-like storage

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Based on an original linen/drapery cabinet, the Heal’s Archive storage unit is adaptable enough to store a lot more than your spare handkerchiefs.

Made of American white oak, it’s actually three units in one. First up, there’s a bottom level sideboard with three doors and three glass-fronted extension drawers. Then there’s a second unit with a further six glass-fronted drawers and finally, a top unit with six lift-up doors on glass lift struts.

All of that obviously comes at a price, with the individual units start at £1,095. And there’s no point shopping around – this is exclusive to Heal’s.

Find out more at the Heal’s website

Categories / Art and Photography

Catherine Colebrook vintage-inspired artwork

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Catherine Colebrook cards can be found in the likes of The Art Group and Paperchase, but her vintage-inspired artwork can be bought with a click of the mouse.

The Retro Collection mixes vintage images (the kind you might see in an old 50s or 60s magazine) with period fabric and a witty comment. All of which is mounted in an appropriate frame.

And as I said earlier, you can pick them up online. Balaclavas (above) retails for £22, while the larger Young and Wild (in an oak frame) sells for £65.

See the full range at the Catherine Colebrook website

Categories / Books

Junkshop Gem: Ward Lock’s Complete Letter-Writer for Gentlemen

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Letter_writing Ever wondered where The Chap gets its inspiration from? I’m guessing from genuine period publications – like our latest Junkshop Gem, Ward Lock’s Complete Letter-Writer for Gentlemen.

Words cannot do this book justice, but I’ll do my best. It’s seemingly part of a series that also includes ‘The Young Wife’s Advice Book’, ‘Games For Parties’ and ‘Etiquette For Gentlemen – Don’t!’, all of which are now high on my wants list. But let’s look at this one first. Published (I’m guessing) in the early 50s, the book is packed with letter-writing advice for every conceivable eventuality, from business to pleasure and (amazingly) wedding proposals (should you feel a little nervous about the prospect).

Or if you fancy a day off work tomorrow, the following letter might be useful:

Sir,
I am sorry to inform you that, in consequence of a bad attack of gout, I am quite unable to get to business to-day. I hope, however, to be able to attend in the course of a day or two. Trusted that my enforced absence will cause you no inconvenience,
I am Sir,
our obedient servant,
(Your Name)

The book cost just £1 – secondhand copies are unlikely to be going for much more. See Abebooks for availability.

Find out more at the Abebooks website