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20 affordable retro tech gift ideas

20 affordable retro tech gift ideas

10 of the best retro alarm clocks

10 of the best retro alarm clocks

Retro reading glasses by London Mole

Retro reading glasses by London Mole

Categories / Design and Interiors

Autoban Built By De La Espada 1950s-style Box Sofa

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Yesterday I said that the Karimoku K sofa was the most stylish piece of seating I’d seen in a long time. Well, one day later and it’s got a competitor – the Autoban Built By De La Espada Box Sofa.

Taking it’s prompts from 1950s modernism, this box-like sofa is available in both walnut or oak and in two sizes (compact or large), all with that cushioned cream interior, very much reminiscent of the Knoll sofas of that period.

As you might expect, it’s certainly not the cheapest sofa on the market – prices start at £2,245.

Find out more at the De La Espada website

Categories / Film and TV, Kids

My Own Morph – re-live your childhood

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Remember Morph? The plasticine man wit the big eyes who managed to graduate from being Tony Hart’s sidekick to grabbing his own TV show in the 80s. And over 30 years on since his first TV appearance, Morph is back as My Own Morph.

Yes, as the name suggests, this is your very own Morph – but you have to make him from the supplied blocks of plasticine, an instruction book and accessories (eyes cricket bat, wizard’s hat, skateboard, beard and comic book). And once you’ve made Morph, you can sit back and compare him to the real thing – the kit also features a DVD with 15 classic TV episodes.

Sounds like a wet weekend covered – and yours for £10.95.

Find out more at the Firebox website

Categories / Women's Fashion

Wallis Black Iconic Military Coat

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Military looks are a great way to inject some retro chic into a classic coat style, giving you a sleek silhouette and a versatile piece of outerwear. This Iconic Military Coat from Wallis is sleek, bold choice for Winter that’ll keep you well armed against the elements too.

The faux brass buttons make the biggest impact on this coat, accentuating the double breasted cut. With an A-line and slightly fitted waist there’s a little bit of sixties flair too.

It’s available online or in the shops from Wallis now for £90.

Find out more from the website

Categories / Gadgets and Tech

Audio Pro Porto and Porto Go retro-styled iPod sound systems

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A bit like a Dansette for the modern era, the Audio Pro Porto and Porto Go iPod sound systems offer top-notch sound in a stylish retro-inspired package.

Yes, just like an old 60s record player, both the Porto and Porto Go offer portable leather-clad audio, complete with a convenient carry handle. Except they don’t play vinyl – instead there’s room for all iPods (except the shuffle), a rechargeable battery and a hefty and expansive 100dB output enhanced by the company’s EmbracingSound technology. And if you go for the Porto, you also get an FM RDS radio and a built-in screen.

Take your pick from black, white or this vintage-style red, with the Porto selling for £229 and the Porto Go yours for £179.

Find out more at the CSE Solutions website

Categories / Film and TV, Watches

Swatch James Bond Villain watch collection

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James Bond villains are every bit as famous as the man himself – and now they’re all being rightfully celebrated with the launch of the Swatch James Bond Villain watch collection.

Yes, all of them – from Dr No (in Dr No) through to the next villain in line, Dominic Greene in the forthcoming Quantum of Solace – each one individually made to fit the relevant man (or woman) of crime, as well as featuring the 007 logo. Browse the full selection for your favourite, but we’ve picked out the two above.

The first one is based around Hugo Drax in Moonraker, a sophisticated watch for a sophisticated man, packing water-resistance, date and time into a stainless steel case for £125. The second (if you haven’t guessed) is Oddjob, Goldfinger’s chief henchman, offering up a water-resistant chronograph in gold and brown stainless steel for £120.

Check out the full range at the site – prices vary considerably.

Find out more at the Swatch website

Categories / Men's Fashion, Music

Fred Perry Terry Hall limited edition V-neck sweater now available

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With the Specials reunion talk at fever pitch and Terry Hall out and about playing live (see some great footage here of his 100 Club gig), it seems the perfect time for Fred Perry to release the limited edition Terry Hall V-neck sweater.

A classic sweater based on a classic image – the one of Terry in the very first issue of The Face. Indeed, this late 70s-style sweater has been made to the original specification of the day, complete with deeper ‘V’, oversized laurel, original cut and from pure British lambs wool.

Just 500 are being made, with a choice of classic black or maroon on offer, sold in a collector’s limited edition box. I have it on good authority that these aren’t going to be around long (due to sizeable overseas demand), so if you want one, get one ordered now via the link below, they sell for £85.

Find out more about the Fred Perry Terry Hall sweater