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Categories / Retro Women's Fashion

Stina Spot Neck Jumper from Monsoon

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Finding the more everyday options for a fully dedicated retro wardrobe can often be the most difficult, with the myriad options for eveningwear now available. If you're after the ideal accompaniment for your capri pants or pencil skirt for the daytime, this Stina Jumper from Monsoon could be a contender.

The simple and chic slim knit of the jumper is only enhanced by a scoop neck to add some of the fifties' signature sex appeal. The addition of a polka dot ribbon detail and bow at the neckline creates an instantly vintage inspired look, without being too over the top for every day wear.

Get it now from Monsoon for £45.

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Categories / Homeware

Marks and Spencer ‘Vintage’ flower throw

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Though it's definitely still Winter out there, Spring is beginning to filter into shops, in the form of new collections at least. Marks and Spencer's new collection includes some bright florals, including this 'vintage' flower throw. 

Decorated with clusters of blooms, though not vintage, it's definitely got a homely feel and could help make a cosy and stylish bedroom for generations to come. Made from cotton with a polyester fill, this throw (and the rest of the accompany collection) will be perfect for welcoming Spring when it finally does come. 

The throw costs £125. 

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Categories / Design and Interiors

Bus Blind fabric designed by Margo Selby and People Will Always Need Plates for London Transport Museum

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Margo Selby and People Will Always Need Plates have collaborated on two new textile designs for the London Transport Museum, including the bus blind fabric pictured.

The pattern is based around iconic bus routes and destinations, echoing the style of classic bus blinds. In a silver and black colourway, it is available on the same furniture as their moquette range. This textile isn't moquette though, instead being made of a cotton and viscose mix. 

It's not the first time the designers have worked together – you may remember their Trellick Tower cushion, a design that's echoed in their second design which is based around closing tube doors. 

Prices start at £39.99 for getting the fabric on a cushion. 

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Categories / Retro Women's Fashion

House of Fraser launches the vintage-inspired Biba Bridal collection

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The initial collection of Biba for the House of Fraser didn't exactly set the world alight, bit the forthcoming Biba Bridal collection might find the company a significant niche market.

It's a limited edition collection of seven designs, sold in runs of 100 for each, along with a range of accessories, all with a vintage influence that's said to reflect the brand's heritage. One of the designs is pictured above to give you an idea of what's coming.

Look out for the range in February, sold in sizes 6 – 18 at the Bluewater, Dundrum, Glasgow, London Oxford Street, London Westfield and Manchester stores, as well as online. Prices are said to range from £575 through to £725, which isn't bad for a limited edition. The initial Biba range is now in the sale at House of Fraser too.

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Categories / Art and Photography, Books

Portobello Road: Photographed in the Sixties by John Petty

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Portobello Road Photographed in the Sixties by John Petty offers a photographic record of the famous London street in what many consider to be its golden era.

Taken in the early 1960s, the photographs remained unpublished until this book was released last year. They show the market, its characters and traditions which have all but gone from the area now.

The book is available in hardback from Amazon, priced £11.66.

Categories / Design and Interiors, Homeware

F444 Sadle Chair by Pierre Paulin

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The F444 Sadle Chair by Pierre Paulin dates back to 1963, but is now back in production by Artifort.

 The original became a collector’s item and icon representing innovations in 1960s design, but now, for a price, you can own one without scouring the vintage market. The chair consists of a stainless steel frame with a seat made from a choice of black or natural colour leather.

It is available to buy from Dot Maison, priced £1,736.