Categories / Women's Fashion

Button Front Cape Blouse by Pippa Lynn

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When we think of sixties cape styles, most people recall luxurious coats and jackets. The unique silhouette wasn't just used in outerwear however, making this Pippa Lynn Cape Blouse a chic little sixties look item that stands out from the crowd.

The use of a flowing fabric allows for the swing shape to really shine, with a collarless neckline and three quarter sleeve length giving some delicate and subtle femininity. The use of a warm beige and red polka dot print adds some cutesy retro charm in keeping with the vintage inspiration.

Get yours online now from ASOS for £48.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Seventies Striped Platforms from River Island

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The high street's big names have truly embraced this season's 70s trend, providing retro lovers with everything you need to emulate the era's many fashion tribes. It seems that footwear is the area where the designers are having most fun, with pairs like these Striped Platform Sandals from River Island.

Combining a chunky wooden platform heel with suede uppers, the textures are spot on for a sumptuous seventies look. Choose from the more classic muted colours or go all out with the Rainbow Brite-esque pair, each capturing a real vintage feel.

They're available now from River Island for £64.99.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Vintage Tsukesage Kimono from Lascivious

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There's no doubt that a vintage kimono is a classic investment piece that will last a lifetime. This Tsukesage Kimono from luxury lingerie purveyors Lascivious ensures you'll makes a serious style statement even when lounging around the house.

Lascivious source their vintage silk kimonos from Japan and this one dates from the 1970's. It's made from 100% silk and decorated with hand-painted cherry blossoms, so will confer a certain movie-star aura that your dressing gown really can't compete with.

A luxurious and unique item like this doesn't come cheap – the kimono is £275.

Take a look in more detail on the Lascivious website.

Categories / Theatre, Women's Fashion

Alex Monroe Picnic Hamper Necklace


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For a uniquely British take on vintage-inspired jewellery, look no further than South London designer Alex Monroe.

The Picnic Hamper Necklace is part of Alex's newest collection, inspired by the rural idyll of British summertime and the traditional English pursuits of bicycle rides and picnics.

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Categories / Art and Photography, Toys and Games

Hanna Melin retro childhood ABC print

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We've had a glimpse into Hanna Melin's childhood before with her Summer Holiday 1989 tote bag. Now that nostalgia is taken one step further with this retro childhood ABC print, available exclusively at Rockett St George

The print is crammed full of Melin's illustration of famous toys, mainly drawn from the 1980s and 90s: keep a look out for Mr Potato Head, My Little Pony, Trolls and Barbie just for starters. It's sure to have you longing for the toy box of your childhood. 

The print is sold unframed and costs £25. 

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Categories / Design and Interiors, Food and Drink

Hackman summer jug and colander

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Cast your mind back and you may remember Hackman summer casserole dish, a charming piece of kitchenware featuring a great 50s-style pattern. That range has now been expanded to include more things for your kitchen, including a summer jug and a colander

Like the casserole dish, both items are decorated with the retro pattern of vegetables, produced by Dog Design. All the products are made from traditional enamelware, meaning the products should last you for the foreseeable future – a touch of pretty practicality for your kitchen. 

The colander costs 33 euros, while the jug is available for 19 euros. 

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