Categories / Men's Fashion, Women's Fashion

John Smedley Factory Sale in November

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If the drop in temperature has got you thinking about classic knitwear, you’ll be pleased to know that there’s an upcoming John Smedley Factory Sale.

As ever, you’ll be able to pick up end-of-range, surplus and slight imperfects for seriously knockdown prices – just as long as you don’t mind getting up early and battling with the crowds for the best pieces and prices.

It takes place from Friday November 14th through to Sunday 16th November, 10am until 4pm on each each day. If you’ve never visited the John Smedley factory, you’ll find it at John Smedley Ltd, Lea Mills, Lea Bridge (near Matlock), Derbyshire, DE4 5AG. Check out the current range via the link below.

Find out more at the John Smedley website

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Categories / Gadgets and Tech

Joe Colombo-inspired Colombo Two Phone heads to Argos

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Well, we first got told it was exclusive to Selfridges, then we saw it at selected online retailers – and now the Joe Colombo-inspired Colombo Phone (officially the Colombo Two) is on the high street at Argos. And indeed online at its site.

We’ve only spotted the white one so far (no coral), but it might be worth inquiring if your colour choice is the distinctive orange. The phone is being sold as a ‘triple pack’ at Argos for £69.99 – and if you want three of them, that’s quite a good deal, with the double pack widely selling at £59.99 elsewhere and a single at £39.99. Note that you only need once phone socket, no matter how many you buy.

We have covered the phone in detail in the past, so if you want to know more, you can find out all about it here.

Find out more at the Argos website

Categories / Bags, Women's Fashion

Furry Dice purse or vanity case from Baby Girl Boutique

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The idea of using vanity cases as cool and unusual handbags (or purses for our US readers) is nothing new. With one as fun as this furry dice version from Baby Girl Boutique, you won’t want it left hanging around on your makeup table all its life.

Measuring approx 6.5" x 6.5", this is just big enough for all your essentials, without getting in the way. A great addition to a whimsical 50s look whether it’s pin-up or rockabilly.

Get it online for $14.95.

Find out more from the website

Categories / Women's Fashion

Flapper style beaded cover up from Wallis

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Twenties inspired fashion has been creeping up as a high street trend since the end of the summer, and while there’s many a flapper style dress to choose from, there’s not much else. If you’re after a nod to the style, but favour a more casual look, try this cover up from Wallis.

With a delicate beading on sheer polyester, the loose fitting is the key to making this 1920s. Inspired by flapper style dresses, it’s a great, versatile way to incorporate a pre-WWII fashion into your wardrobe.

Get it from Wallis for £35.

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Categories / Design and Interiors

Cole & Son launches notebook range featuring classic wallpapers

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We’re big fans of the classic wallpaper designs of Cole & Son – and now you can take them with you with the launch of its new stationery range.

The range includes notebooks, address books and notecards, each featuring the Classix Collection designs include Woods, Rajapur, Malabar, Butterflies & Dragonflies and Woodstock from the 1950s and 1960s along with 19th century Optimum Elizabethan and Catwalk. Alternatively, you can opt for the Far East-inspired Tamarisk Collection designs including Irisé Flower, Sun & Chrysanthemum, Brush Flower, Oriental Grasses, Matsu Pines, Parasols and Pattern Bamboo. 

Prices range from £6.99 to £9.99

Cole & Son website

Categories / Women's Fashion

Karen Millen Glamourous Tweed dress

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Classic tailored-look dresses are the fastest way to a forties inspired look. If you’re a fan of the shapes, but not the cartoonish look of much of the reproductions, this Karen Millen Glamourous Tweed dress is an ideal alternative.

Using the timeless tweed to great effect, the black highlights on the combination square and V neckline give this a sexier edge, while the pencil skirt makes it suitable for even workwear.

Get it online from Karen Millen for £160.

Find out more from the website