Tag: 70s

Categories / Cars and Bikes

eBay watch: Fully-restored 1970s Fiat 500L

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Fiat500

Fiat did a decent job of remaking the Fiat 500, but nothing beats the original – like this fully-restored Fiat 500L which is available on eBay right now or a modest price.

Dating from 1970 and totally restored in 2006, this tax-exempt car is 'not a new car in showroom condition' and 'has the odd slight dent here', but also has undergone a lot of work, including having a brand new sunroof and professional decals, with a mileage of just over 27,000. Downside? Well, it's an imported left-hand drive – if that worries you, it's perhaps not the car for you.

Sold with all paperwork and invoices related to renovation, it's currently on eBay for a very affordable £1,550 – a small price for a very cool small car.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Open Back Silk Jumpsuit from ASOS

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Silkjumpsuit

While some seventies fashion gets a bad rap from fashion circles, the diversity of the decade is often forgotten. One trend that has proven well worthy of reinvention is the disco-era jumpsuit. This Open Back Silk Jumpsuit from ASOS is a luxurious version worthy of a trip to Studio 54's legendary dancefloor.

The loose shape adds an expensive feel, with swathes of fabric that hang with effortless chic in all the right places. The slimline belt adds some much needed shape, while the plunging back flashes enough flesh without loosing the class. A wide leg and muted colours finish off a perfect piece – all that's left is to figure out how to get out.

It's available now from ASOS for £60.

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Categories / Women's Fashion

Borge Lined Denim Jacket from Oasis

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Denim has come a long way from its beginning as workwear in the early fifties. While each decade has had its own take on the fabric, none have made quite the same impression as the 1970s' interpretation. This Borge Lined Denim Jacket from Oasis taps into that seventies style to create a jacket that's timeless.

The classic menswear-style jacket gets a boost of retro style thanks to an imitation fur collar, creating a mainstream seventies style that lends from Southern American style. The fitted body and slim sleeves add femininity, while the slight stonewash keeps it classic.

Get it now from Oasis for £60.

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Categories / eBay watch

eBay watch: 1970s space age mushroom lamp by C.N. Burnham

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Burnam

Probably not high end in its day, but very much of its era – this mushroom lamp by C.N. Burnham is certainly worth a look if you love the space age era.

Burnham produced this light back in 1971, made of orange and white ABS plastic and able to use a standard bulb. It's also described as being in 'excellent condition'  with 'only very light age'.

All of that for $24 right now – or £15.55 if you want the conversion.

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Categories / Men's Fashion, Sportswear

Adidas Superstar Vintage gets premium leather reissue

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Super1

A regular on the reissue front, but this Adidas Superstar Vintage is certainly a cut above.

True to the original shape, complete with that instantly recognisable shell toe, it now comes in a premium leather finish, brown leather with white detailing and a contrast sole.

Available now, a pair retails for £74.99. Another shot over the page.

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Categories / eBay watch

eBay watch: Braun Phase One alarm clock by Dieter Rams

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Interesting piece of design on eBay right now, with the Braun Phase One alarm clock currently looking something of a steal.

Designed by the legendary Dieter Rams and Dietrich Lubs back in 1971, it's a minimalist, flip-style alarm clock in black and white, that alarm being a buzzer, as you might expect.

According to the seller, the body surface is 'glossy and free of scuffs and scratches' and is currently being offered at just 99 pence. Like I said, something of a steal.

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