Categories / Art and Photography, Design and Interiors

David Wright Blue Lady cigarette case

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British illustrator David Wright found his relative fame in his drawings of "lovelies" during the Second World War. His pin-up designs not only titillated, but were considered morale boosting for troops at the time too.

Offering a glimpse into the happier spirit of war-time Britain, David Wright’s Blue Lady design has been resurrected for our design pleasure on this great metal cigarette tin. An apt accessory for the time too, this is a great looking trinket for smokers or non-smokers alike.

It’s available online from Love It Have It for just £10.

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Categories / Food and Drink

Chianti Bamboo corkscrew

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The humble corkscrew; an essential item in any kitchen, but as something that has not changed much over the decades, it is perhaps hard to find one that looks noticeably retro.

However, I think the Chianti Bamboo Corkscrew by Legnoart has a retro look to it on account of its use of wood. The body is made from bamboo whilst the rest is stainless steel so it still functions as any normal corkscrew would.

Perfect to open the wine at your fondue evenings, it costs £39.25 from Forma House.

Categories / Bags

Top of the Pops Bag

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Design for Delight currently have this Top of the Pops Bag in their stock, for sale or to hire (should you ever need to rent such a thing).

Measuring 33cm x 33cm x 10cm, it is made from transparent plastic with a vintage record sleeve inserted on both sides. The record sleeve is for a Top of the Pops album. The woman pictured on the sleeve looks rather like Kate Moss, but is obviously some earlier incarnation as the estimated date is put somewhere between 1960 and 1970

It costs just over Euros 20 (plus taxes) to buy from Design for Delight.

Categories / Women's Fashion

Bottega Veneta geometric print dress

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Art Deco is making a huge comeback on these British Isles, and it isn’t confined to building restoration. Taking influence from the clean lines and distinctive geometric shapes of the 1920s and 30s, the fashion industry are giving retro style lovers a great new statement.

This Bottega Veneta dress takes art deco inspiration and projects it onto a dress with a thirties and forties classic silhouette. The full backed skirt gives this dress the freedom and girlish element that is true to the fashion of the time as well as the architectural influences.

It’s available now from Matches Fashion for the rather steep price of £1170.

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Categories / Design and Interiors

Poul Kjaerholm exhibition at Rocket Gallery, London

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Running until the 27th September at the Rocket Gallery on Shoreditch High Street, is an exhibition of the work by Danish designer Poul Kjaerholm.

Like many Danish designers, Kjaerholm’s work is typified by clean lines and understated elegance, but where he differed from many of his contemporaries is in his preference for steel frames over traditional wood. The exhibition comprises of a dozen separate pieces, including furniture, original prints and original catalogues from the 1950s and 1960s. The gallery also has a number of books on the work of Kjaerholm.

Visit the Rocket Gallery website for further information and opening times.

Categories / Bags, Women's Fashion

Rocha. John Rocha Vintage Frame Bag

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If you’re looking for a daytime bag with a little bit of retro flavour you could do much worse than this Vintage Frame Grab Bag by Rocha. John Rocha at Debenhams.

In a dusty pink or off white shade, the 100% leather bags are leant a forties influence by their traditional clasp frame shape and the feather detailing. A great choice for everyday thanks to the understated styling.

The bag is available from Debenhams now for £45.

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