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Five 1970s-style table lamps at La Redoute

Five 1970s-style table lamps at La Redoute

1970s-style wall murals by Bobbi Beck

1970s-style wall murals by Bobbi Beck

Lego goes pop art with Robert Indiana’s Love

Lego goes pop art with Robert Indiana’s Love

Categories / Bags

Slazenger Heritage bag collection

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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

Categories / Food and Drink, Homeware

Vintage Treat Pedestals from BHLDN

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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.

Categories / Design and Interiors, Homeware

66721-T Table Lamp by Kaiser idell

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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.

Categories / Books

Sukie My First Novel Notebooks

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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.

Categories / Art and Photography, Music

Periodic Table of Heavy Metals print from Pop Chart Lab

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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.

Categories / Women's Fashion

Leopard Print Driving Gloves from Agent Provocateur

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When it comes to the smaller accessories it's often much easier to get away with a bigger statement, which is perfect for the more daring retro looks out there. These Leopard Print Driving Gloves from Agent Provocateur provide a lot of luxury in one small package, with an obvious vintage influence thrown in.

Gloves may have fallen out of regular favour, but a pair like these are good enough to find an occasion for. Made from a leopard print calf hair fabric, the red accents add a kitschy retro glamour that avoids being tacky thanks to the superb cut and quality.

They're available online from Net-a-Porter for £250.

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