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Velvet Swirl Bag from Topshop

Topshop bag

The eighties revival is going strong on the British high street, and the points of influence continue to grow, taking in many of the decade's creations. This Velvet Swirl Bag from Topshop combines some of the most loved fabrics of the time to create a thoroughly convincing eighties accessory.

The combination of black velvet and metallics immediately makes a retro impact, with gold and black working well together as always. The velvet gives the bag an unstructured, slouchy feel that often characterises 80s looks. Tied together with a swooping gold motif this could have stepped out of any vintage shop onto your arm.

It's available from Topshop now for £28.

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Sam’s Garage wooden briefcase

Sam's suitcase

A contemporary play on a classic look, this wooden briefcase from Sam's Garage takes its cue from luggage from the 1950s and 60s. The briefcase is made out of bent plywood and uses a silkscreen applied geometric design at either side of the case. The result is very tactile and, though it may be not too practical for carrying around, is a pretty good look for storage in the home. 

The version shown is appropriately called the retro edition but they sell two further cases each with very different looks: one with a pretty bird design and the other with the markings of a shipping container. Each case costs $185. 

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Marie Curie Charity Shopper from Ollie & Nic

Marie curie bag

Sizeable shoulder bags are becoming a must not just for students, but for any time you're popping to the shops and want to avoid the dreaded plastic. This Ollie & Nic Daphne Bag ticks all the boxes for a retro shoulder bag, with an added bonus.

The bag is specially made by the brand for the cancer charity Marie Curie, with £10 from each purchase going straight to the worthy cause. Unlike many charity items, this bag is worth buying on its looks too, with an adorable check tweed and bow embellishment detail.

Get it online from Ollie & Nic for £35.

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Whitbread Wilkinson launches the Eames Satchel Bag

Eames_bag

Whitbread Wilkinson (aka W2) has a new range of products on the market featuring classic textile designs of Ray Eames, including this rather smart Eames Satchel Bag.

Two Eames designs for one here – the inside features the 'dot pattern' fabric, while the outside (as you can see) has the Eames Starburst logo, combining to offer something smart, stylish ad above all, useful.

The bag itself is made from a fine weave canvas with cotton interior lining, an interior zip and an outer coating for water resistance. It's also big enough for a small laptop or an A4 folder. Take your pick from various colours, all selling for £49.

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Postcard Purse from Monsoon Accessorize

Postcard purse

Many of the most interesting pieces of classic design come from the everyday items we often overlook. One such lasting image is the Airmail envelope, recreated by Accessorize in this From Paris With Love Postcard Purse.

The design features both side of an envelope front and back, with cute and kitschy Parisian logos adding a feel of long lost letters found in the junkshop. The classic red and blue diagonal stripes border the design, with a vintage-look cream shade throughout.

It's available now from Monsoon Accessorize for £7.

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Mock Croc Handbag from Matalan

Matalan croc
Long strapped, or cross body bags are not only one of the most practical handbag choices for nights out, they're also a great route to retro style. This Mock Croc Handbag from Matalan is an affordable choice with some sixties chic.

The fake crocodile skin fabric provides a vintage feel along with a lasting structured shape. The fabric chain strap takes inspiration from classic Chanel bags, while the mustard colour is a real sixties classic shade. The rest of the design is kept simple and classic to wear it any time.

Get it now from Matalan for just £6.

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