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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

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eBay watch: Artifort 1960s Mushroom Chair and Pouf by Pierre Paulin

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Buying one of these would cost you £1,656 new, not to mention the best part of £500 for the matching stool. Which is why this Artifort Mushroom Chair and Pouf by Pierre Paulin is such a bargain.

It was designed in 1960 by Paulin, an early example of space age design and even today, it looks as modern as anything else on the market.

This example is in dark blue and is described as being in 'very good condition' – the foam is firm with no sagging and the upholstery is clean with no snags. £750 is the 'buy it now price, which is cheap enough. But you can also make an offer.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Women's Fashion

Tailored Palazzo Pants from ASOS

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While dresses and skirts with vintage inspiration are a common appearance on the high street at the moment, it takes a braver brand to attempt some retro trousers. These Palazzo Pants from ASOS are worth the risk, with effortlessly seventies chic.

The high waist, wide leg and light fabric all combine to create a true retro look, while the tailored waist and fashionable cut finish the decadent seventies style perfectly. Available in three colours, the firebrick orange is our pick for a flawlessly 70s look.

They're available now from ASOS for £40.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Suspender Skirt by Pins & Needles

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The use of androgyny and male influence in women's fashion has been a huge defining factor in twentieth century style. Stretching far beyond the 1980s, elements of menswear are present in fifties, sixties and seventies looks too.

This Suspender Skirt by Pins & Needles is a uniquely versatile piece, adaptable to many twentieth century aesthetics. The high waisted cotton skirt, with its button front is enhanced by cross backed suspenders. Finished in a rich burgundy, the retro influences make this a subtly stylish piece.

Get it now from Urban Outfitters UK for £45.

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Categories / Food and Drink, Toys and Games

Retro Arcade Cake Mould

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What could be better than cake mixing it with old school arcade games. And if you plan on mixing the two, you'll need to get yourself this Retro Arcade Cake Mould.

Coming soon to the Spinning Hat site, the mould is inspired by the first generation of arcade gaming, Space Invaders if you want to be specific. The mould can make various levels of gaming cake, so if you fancy making a multi-level arcade sponge or carrot cake…well…you can.

See over the page for one of those finished products and if you want one, you can pre-order now, with the price at just £9.99.

Find out more at the Spinning Hat website

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Categories / Art and Photography

Vintaged Distressed Brown Leather Camera Strap

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Put your iphone down for a moment, forget about your Hipstamatic App and show a little love to your camera, whether digital or film, with this Vintaged Distressed Brown Leather Camera Strap.

It measures 55cm long but is fully adjustable and has quick release collar studs on either end for attaching to your camera. The leather is an attractive distressed brown and ethically sourced from cows that have lived happy lives.

It's a stylish yet functional item in keeping with the current trend for a vintage influence on all things photographic.

The strap costs £24 and is available from Magpie Accessories via Bouf, an online marketplace of unique, design-led items.Check it out here.

Categories / Design and Interiors, Homeware

Daisy Chair

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The Daisy Chair is part of the Galleano Collection available at StyleStore, about which I know very little, but many of their designs are clearly inspired by iconic designs of the past.

The Daisy Chair reminds me a bit of Arne Jacobsen’s Swan Chair as it has similar upturned armrests, although in this case, it is supposed to resemble flower petals rather than swan wings. It costs just over £940 with fabric upholstery or an extra £170 for leather covering.

Visit StyleStore for more information.