Categories / Women's Fashion

Bordeaux Slingbacks from Monsoon

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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.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Tropical Print Maxi Dress from Miss Selfridge

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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.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Velvet Cave vintage dress auctions

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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

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Categories / Gadgets and Tech

Prem-I-Air Retro Style Desk Fan

41wzSNr2MdL._SL500_AA300_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.

Categories / eBay watch

eBay watch: Pair of 1970s Milo Baughman lounge chairs

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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

Categories / Men's Fashion, Sportswear

Size? gets an exclusive reissue of Adidas Munchen trainers

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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

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