Regular readers will know we're wild about the classic Citroen DS, but less keen on the prices being demanded these days for a used one. Not to worry, right now this 1972 Citroen DS 20 in cream is still hovering in the land of 'affordable'.
Tag: French
Cahier d’Ecriture Wallpaper
The Cahier d’Ecriture Wallpaper has been designed by Swiss designer Madame Chalet.
Surpil SL10 chair by Julien Henri-Porché
The Surpil SL10 chair designed by Julien Henri-Porché has a long history, dating back to 1927, but came from a very practical need.
It was designed foremost for functionality: suitable for use in public spaces and also able to be stacked. Made from metal, the choice of material reflects the need for practicality. However, the chair still manages to look elegant and worthy perhaps of something more than outdoor furniture.
The price would suggest so too: it costs £228.
Buy it from TwentyTwentyOne
Sunpocket Original sunglasses
Another design dug out of the archives – in the case of Sunpocket Original sunglasses it's not too long since they left circulation the first time round.
The sunglasses originated in the late 1970s in France, where they were developed for use in skiing and other winter sports. However, they reached their hey-day in the 1980s, when their folding frame and looks found favour on the street too. They're back again, to see if they can reach such levels of popularity again in 2011.
This matt vanilla pair costs £45.
Buy them from Glass Boutique
Kangaroo table by Mathieu Mategot
Gubi are offering a re-issue of a witty design dating back to the 1950s, this Kangaroo table by Mathieu Mategot.
The design dates to 1954 and is made from perforated steel. Why a kangaroo? Well, take a look – this table is in fact made up of two tables, one fitting inside the other one – just like a kangaroo carries her joey in her pouch.
Available in five different colourways, the table costs £272.
Buy it from TwentyTwentyOne
Garden Trading French-style Kitchenware
Now that spring has sprung it's time to show your kitchen some TLC and give it a thorough clean. Once you have it sparkling, why not treat yourself to some French-style Kitchenware.
The range includes measuring jugs, scoops and spoons, all in a simple, classic retro style. Practical and good-looking, these pieces will prove themselves invaluable additions to your culinary equipment.
The range is dishawasher safe and very reasonably priced, ranging from £3 for a set of measuring spoons to £9 for a 1 litre measuring jug.
Check it out for yourself here.
