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Retro Cassette Table by RJ Wood Projects

Retro Cassette Table by RJ Wood Projects

Affordable retro classic: 1960s Tam Tam Pop Stool

Affordable retro classic: 1960s Tam Tam Pop Stool

Five of the best retro sports holdalls

Five of the best retro sports holdalls

Categories / Homeware

Froy & Dind Kitsch Tin Boxes

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If you suffer from an inability to part with hotel sewing kits, odd batteries, rubber bands and the like then you need something smart and stylish in which to house your collection.

Created by Belgian designers Froy & Dind, this range of tin boxes is inspired by vintage fabrics and kitsch children’s illustrations. Colourful and bright they’re the perfect way to conceal your miscellany of useful items.

The tins come in different sizes and range in price form £5.95 to £16.95.

They are available from Liberty – find out more on the website.

Categories / Cars and Bikes, eBay watch

eBay watch: 1960s Lambretta Luna 50CL scooter

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I was browsing through the French Scootitude magazine the other day and noticed a feature on a rather weird, late '60s Lambretta. Today, I've just noticed one on eBay – the Lambretta Luna 50CL scooter.

It's a Lambretta, but perhaps not as you might expect. This particular small frame / small engined model was introduced in 1968, designed to sit alongside, rather than replace the more traditional scoots. The CL model was the slightly more luxurious model, with a built-in light, rubber mats and those distinctive handlebars.

This one is described as 'totally original', with 'very good' bodywork and seat, but could do with new cables and tyres. It does run well enough though. There's a dating letter from the DVLA showing its originality and can be delivered at cost. Price right now is £700 – loads more images on the listing page.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Surpil SL10 chair by Julien Henri-Porché

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The Surpil SL10 chair designed by Julien Henri-Porché has a long history, dating back to 1927, but came from a very practical need. 

It was designed foremost for functionality: suitable for use in public spaces and also able to be stacked. Made from metal, the choice of material reflects the need for practicality. However, the chair still manages to look elegant and worthy perhaps of something more than outdoor furniture. 

The price would suggest so too: it costs £228.

Buy it from TwentyTwentyOne

Categories / Homeware

60s-style floral bedspread from Bluezoo

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This floral bedspread, designed by Bluezoo has more than a touch of 60s flower power about it.

It's covered with a colourful flower design, reminiscent of Mary Quant's famous logo. To complete the retro feel, the reverse side is decorated with polka dots. Perfect for a kid's room, or even for a pattern-loving parent. 

A single set costs £22.40

Buy it from Debenhams

Categories / Homeware, Kids

Classic American School Bus Pencil Pot

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Reorganise your workspace and add a splash of colour and style to your desk with this Classic American School Bus Pencil Pot from German designers Werkhaus.

This vehicular icon comes as a kit for you to assemble yourself in a few simple steps. It's made of sturdy mdf board printed with high resolution digital prints and coated with a UV curable coating to ensure the bright "school bus yellow" doesn't fade. It measures 22.5 x10.5cm so it ought to provide ample space for all of your desktop clutter.

The bus costs 14.90 from Little Zebra here.

Categories / Women's Fashion

Stripe Prom Dress from Marks and Spencer

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Undeniably fifties influenced prom styles have been seen all over the high street for the past few years, with a twist on the style for every body shape and taste. While there are some designers still rehashing those same styles, this Stripe Prom Dress from Marks and Spencer's Autograph collection has moved into the early sixties to bring something new.

This dress combines the best of the cutesy fifties feel with some sharper sixties elements, creating a dress with plenty of retro appeal. The large monochrome stripes work well against a structured skirt shape, with the oversized bow adding a wonderfully over the top kitsch element.

Get yours from M&S now for £79.

Find out more from the website