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Pro-Ject unveils Charlie Brown-themed Peanuts T1 BT turntable

Pro-Ject unveils Charlie Brown-themed Peanuts T1 BT turntable

Keith Haring Dancing Figures Lego set

Keith Haring Dancing Figures Lego set

Five 1970s-style table lamps at La Redoute

Five 1970s-style table lamps at La Redoute

Categories / Homeware

Wire Coffee Table/Magazine Rack

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This Wire Coffee Table/Magazine Rack draws inspired from the wire furniture of the 1950s and 1960s such as Knoll’s .Platner chair or the Bertoia Diamond armchair.

We like these wire furniture, but we also like multi-purpose pieces, where this item also scores highly. It functions as a coffee table and magazine rack, but the wooden top can also be lifted off and used separately as a tray. It costs just under £110 which is a particularly good price if you look at it as three items in one.

Buy it online from Rockett St George.

Categories / Homeware

Utterly scrumptious picnic napkins

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When you're planning the next picnic in your local park make sure you bring these utterly scruptious  picnic napkins form John Lewis.

The design is 1920s-inspired and will sit perfectly with some dainty cakes and pastries and will make any event a little more special. It also fits in with the Royal Wedding mania gripping the country and comes in a pretty presentation pack.

They come in a box of 30 and you can get yours from John Lewis online.

Categories / Women's Fashion

River Island 1970s polka dot jumpsuit

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Like all decades in history, the 1970s is making yet another come back in 2011 and this River Island 1970s polka dot jumpsuit encompasses everything you need to complete the look.

It's getting warmer outside and if you're not prepared to bare all but want to stay breezy and cool, a jumpsuit is comfy, flexible and paired with chunky heels it becomes a great party outfit.

On the reverse there are crossover straps and the jumpsuit has pleated detailing on the waistband with buttons on the front. Get your own online for £44.99.

Categories / Art and Photography, Film and TV

Movie love quotes print by Karin Akesson

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Looking to add a touch of Hollywood to your seduction technique? Then this Movie love quotes print by Karin Akesson could be your new best friend.

The print draws together some of the most famous love quotes from a wide range of films like Casablanca and Gone with the Wind, as well as some of slightly less classic status (Notting Hill?). The quotes have been printed in a paler black ink to add something of a vintage feel to the print. Use the lines for your own chat-up line inspiration, or just to test your own cinematic knowledge.

It's an edition of 500 prints, the price being only £25. 

Buy it from All Things Original

Categories / Design and Interiors, Food and Drink

Purnukka jar – 1950s storage

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Here's a subtle piece of retro style, the Purnukka jar.

Manufactured by Iittala, though they look pretty timeless, these ceramic jars were actually designed by Kaj Franck back in 1953 and remained in production until 1975. They're now back in a tantalising range of colours and with just a slight tweak to the original design: they've been changed so they are better at stacking. Available in either 60mm or 120mm sizing, they're guaranteed to keep looking good for many more decades to come. 

The jars are priced at £16 for smaller size and £19 for the larger jar. 

Buy them from TwentyTwentyOne

Categories / Design and Interiors

1960s-style Mika swivel chair at DFS

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Not a company we feature often, but we've just stumbled across this eye-catching Mika swivel chair at DFS, which is packed with 1960s charm.

It's a 'Bond villain' chair for sure, a big chunky affair in leather and not just in 'chalk white' – there are 29 shades to choose from. Also love the hugh buttoned back and metallic swivel base, perfect for sitting and stroking our villainous cat.

It's half price right now, selling online for £598.

Find out more at the DFS website