Categories / Retro Women's Fashion

Women’s 60s Twiggy t-shirts at M&S

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Rather than do the pink thing, Marks and Spencer are doing something a little different for Breast Cancer Awareness Month – they’re doing t-shirts for women with a classic 60s Twiggy image emblazoned on the front.

Apart from that, there’s not much else to say about it – it’s got a round neck, short sleeve, slightly longer length and made of 100 per cent cotton. Apparently the smaller sizes are already in short supply, so you might need to try out a few branches. Bigger sizes available online.

Price is £15, with a percentage of profits going to charity.

Find out more at M&S Online

Categories / Music, Retro Women's Fashion

Vinyl record earrings

Vinyl_earrings We’re all for buying vinyl – but not all that keen on wearing it. Then again, we don’t wear earrings either, so these Mini Record Earrings by Sabrina’s Charm were never going to be an option.

However, if you love the idea of vinyl-shaped earrings, you’ll want to know that the recordsd are about 3/4" wide, with a dangle of about 2-3" down. They also come with changeable shiny beads to slide on above the record. And if you’re not a vinyl person, you’ll be pleased to know that they come in cassette form too!

The vinyl record earrings are available online from the US, priced at $10.

Find out more at Pixelgirlshop

Categories / Retro Women's Fashion, Toys and Games

Christies’ big Barbie auction

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Big news for all Barbie collectors – one of the most significant and complete collections of Barbie dolls is up for grabs in September, courtesy of Christies.

The Ietje Raebel and Marina Collection is as much a timeline of fashion as a history of the world’s most famous doll, covering every major look from Barbie’s introduction in 1959 right through to the present day.

The collection features around 4,000 dolls, including Barbie herself, along with all her family, friends, fashions and modes of transport, including the first-ever Barbie, rare limited editions and quirky career pieces, like this rather cool Pan American Airways Stewardess set from the early 60s, estimated at around £300-400. If that’s a bit rich for you, other pieces start from around £80.

The auction takes place on 26th September 2006 from 10pm at the Christies showroom at 85 Old Brompton Road, London.

Check out the full set of Barbies at Christies

Categories / Design and Interiors, Retro Men's Fashion, Retro Women's Fashion

Reprodepot fabrics – vintage fabrics online

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If you can find any vintage fabrics, there’s always the risk that they’re in far from perfect condition, or available in insufficient quantities for your needs. That’s where Reprodepot comes in.

As the name suggests, Reprodepot make reproduction vintage fabrics. They started out in 1999 because they were unable to find sufficient amounts of vintage cloth. Instead they decide to make their own – a mix of vintage copies and material inspired by days gone by. They also offer other vintage items, such as ribbons, buttons and clothing. And best of all, they ship worldwide.

As is our want, we’re fans of the 60s and 70s section. Check out the pictured Flower Power Paisley fabric here – 100 per cent cotton and available for $8.50 per yard. You’ll struggle to find something similar at the local fabric shop!

See the full range of cloth at the Reprodepot website

Categories / Retro Women's Fashion

New Look does the 60s

Yes, more 60s fashion on the high street. These stylish outfits are courtesy of New Look’s forthcoming Autumn/Winter collection – which might not sound ideal purchases just now – but you’ll appreciate them when November approaches.

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Left: Pink check wool coat £70, Angora baker boy hat £8, Leather driving gloves £12, Quilted bowling bag £12, Shoes £20.

Right:
Black & white dogtooth coat £70, Black baker boy hat £8, Black gloves, £18, Shoes £20.

New Look website

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Categories / Bags, Retro Men's Fashion, Retro Women's Fashion, Travel

Cathay Pacific vintage travel bags

Cathay Vintage travel bags – you can get them cheap just about everywhere these days, but chances are they’re cheap copies knocked up in some backstreet sweatshop. These Cathay Pacific vintage travel bags are different – they’re officially licensed reissues to mark the airline’s 60th anniversary.

Three styles are available – one each from the 50s, 60s and 70s and each has been recreated by the airline in exact detail.

And best of all they’re cheap to buy. They retail for between 190 and 200 Hong Kong dollars – which is only around £15 each, though worldwide shipping will be extra.

Find out more at the Cathay Pacific online shop