Categories / Design and Interiors

eBay watch: Dieter Rams-designed Braun SK55 radio/record player

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We mentioned last week that the Design Museum has announced a major Dieter Rams exhibition in London from November this year, no doubt showing off all the major designs Rams creating for Braun, which will certainly include the Braun SK55 radio/record player, which you can own right now if you bid for the one above on eBay.

It's a classic design from Rams and Hans Gugelot, dating back to 1956 and known affectionately as 'Snow White's coffin' for reasons probably evident from the picture above. It's described as being in 'very nice original condition' and 'full working order', which means you can take in radio over three bands and vinyl over three speeds, throwing on some stylish modernist design for your living room too.

Check out the images on the site for a close-up look, then check your bank balance, it's up on a 'Buy It Now' for £922.38 – although the seller will take an offer.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Homeware

1950s-style Vacationland and Oaho Hawaiian tablecloths

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Fancy giving your dining table a bold retro twist? Check out these Vacationland and Oaho Hawaiian tablecloths, available now at Notorious Kitsch.

It's a colourful splash of vintage Americana, with the Oaho Hawaiian cloth packed with palms and Hula girls, while the Vacationland design is a vintage-style map of the USA, with some well-chosen images representing each state.

Both are made of 100 per cent cotton, with prices starting at £25. See an image of the Hawaiian cloth over the page.

Find out more at the Notorious Kitsch website

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Categories / Cars and Bikes

Porsche introduces retro-styled 911 Sport Classic

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Unlikely to be sold at 1970s pricing, Porsche has unveiled the 911 Sport Classic, which harks back to that era, whilst at the same time keeping the best of the modern world.

In terms of retro features, the Porsche 911 Sport Classic comes with a 'ducktail' rear spoiler, based on the one previously seen on the iconic 1973 Carrera RS 2.7, along with  some old school racing stripes, the return of the 19-inch alloy wheels and a brown leather interior that screams the 1970s (you can check that out over the page).

But this is still a modern sports car, complete with a 3.8-litre ‘boxer’ engine that can hit a top speed of 187mph, doing 0 – 60mph in just 4.6 seconds. No news on price, but we expect that to be up there with the rest of the Porsche range – and probably beyond.

Porsche website

Via Auto Trader

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Bernie Dexter Rebel Knit Pullover Top

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Bernie Dexter may be best known for her striking resemblance to Bettie Page, but her talents go far beyond the realms of imitation. The fashion lines she models for are all must-see rockabilly bits, but her own line stands up among the best.

This Rebel Knit Pullover Top is worth a look thanks to its rarity – finding cropped pullovers with genuine 50s looks can be a tall order. The leopard print treads the line well between tacky and effortless chic, while the loose shape and sleek collar lend a vintage authenticity.

Get it online from her official website for $85.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Floral Print Blouse by Tucker

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While Autumn firmly digs its heels in where the weather's concerned, take solace in the resurfacing of a whole new wardrobe. Autumnal colour palettes go well with a side of sixties fashion that provides a sleek departure from the girlish Quant look.

This blouse by Tucker combines an old fashioned floral print with a subtle green shade for a more demure aesthetic. The silhouette is decidedly sixties with a belled 3/4 length sleeve and a collarless high neck shape. The resultant smock shape is cute and versatile.

Get it online from Matches Fashion for £238.

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Categories / Design and Interiors

Present and Correct retro library notebooks

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If the arrival of September still makes you want to purchase new shoes, rucksacks and stationery, even though it's been a good many years since you ventured through a classroom door, you may be interested in these library notebooks from Present and Correct. However, these books are a lot more fun than anything you may have had at school. Each book is made to look like an old-school style text book, so the one with the science apparatus is printed with the title 'An Encyclopedia of Poisons' by R.C.Nick and the one with all the robots is entitled 'Basic Robotic Engineering', written by a lady called Anne Droid.  

The books also come with a library pocket and ticket that you can stick at the front and would be handy for stashing away papers, or notes from your friends if you really want to relive your school days. Each notebook costs £6.50

Buy them online