Categories / Retro Men's Fashion, Sportswear

Adidas Grand Slam trainers reissued in green canvas

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It's a reissue of the Adidas Grand Slam trainers, although the colour and construction might be slightly controversial.

First seen in 1981, the Grand Slam is back in what's called a 'reverse' colourway, as well as featuring a canvas upper. I suspect we might have lost a few of you already. For those still in, the features and shape are generally intact, but with gold (not real gold obviously) used for the pegs in the sole.

The canvas upper comes in a 'twilight green' and the reissue is described as 'highly limited'. Pre-orders now being taken, £85 is the price.

Find out more at the End Clothing website

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Categories / Bags, Travel

Uoldbag! Up-Cycled Vintage Suitcase

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Uoldbag! are in the business of taking old bags and suitcases and turning them in to something new and beautiful which references their origins.

This suitcase has been decoupaged with an original vintage crochet pattern and then embroidered by hand over the top so that various elements are picked out in colour.

The case measures 41cm/27cm/13cm, has it's original lining and also comes with a key for the lock. It may not stand up to the rigours of the luggage carousel but would make a great overnight case or trinket box.

It costs £190 from Uoldbag who sell their wares here.

 

Categories / Retro Women's Fashion

Carson Polka Dot Dress from Boohoo

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Polka dot print is a fabric choice that is perenially associated with retro styles, particularly 50s looks. The second decade that favoured the famous spots was the 1980s, malking this Carson Bustier Dress from Boohoo an ideally cutesy eighties look.

The dress has the ideal structure for the era, too, with a ruffle skirt and spaghetti straps creating a great prom silhouette. The sweetheart neckline and fitted bodice finish off a look that's instantly retro, and versatile enough to dress up or down for day or night.

It's available from Boohoo now for just £20.

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Categories / eBay watch

eBay watch: 1970s Krups Comfortchron Lux flip clock

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A piece of old school technology, but one with a lot of character – this Krups Comfortchron Lux flip clock.

It's a German-made clock from the 1970s in a bold shade of yellow, offering the basics of time-telling via those flip digits and power via batteries or mains, so less wires if you don't want them.

It's described as being in 'used but very good' condition, as the 'battery box shows some signs of corrosion', but nothing to affect performance. Just one bid so far, taking the price to £1.99.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Retro Women's Fashion

Maeve Tunic from Monsoon

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With seventies inspiration making its mark all across the high street, many designers have been focused heavily on the mainstream and disco styles from the era. This Maeve Tunic from Monsoon offers something different from that time, with a folksy post-sixties look.

The loose fit of the tunic style creates a relaxed, flowing shape with subtle femininity. With pleated sheer sleeves and a gypsy front fastening, the embroidery makes this an ideal Spring/Summer festival look from the post-Woodstock kids' style.

Get it online from Monsoon for £120.

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Categories / Retro Men's Fashion, Sportswear

Le Coq Sportif x Hanon Arthur Ashe Premium trainers now available

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We flagged these up some time back, but after some weeks, the Le Coq Sportif x Hanon Arthur Ashe Premium trainers are now available to buy.

If you missed them back then, this is a remake of the classic 70s/80s tennis shoe, made for US tennis legend Arthur Ashe. It's a premium edition too, made to high standards at the Le Coq Sportif factory with the support of the Arthur Ashe Foundation in New York, which will also get some of the profits. It's also limited to just 100 pairs worldwide. So you might want to get in quick if you want your size.

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