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Orla Kiely for Apple

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Orla Kiely for Apple
brings together retro prints with thoroughly modern technology.

The collection consists of a range of bags and sleeves, all design exclusively for Apple and specifically to fit around your Mac. The products are available in three prints; her signature stem print, the car park print, and probably the most appropriate for computer related products, a pattern called Binary, which consists of zeros and ones.

Prices start at £59.95 for the Mac sleeves and go up to £194.95.  Buy them online from the Apple Store.

Categories / Bags, Women's Fashion

Evita Clutch Bag by Christian Louboutin

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Christian Louboutin is a name that's become synonymous with effortlessly stylish footwear in recent years, so it's something of a treat that the man himself has leant his keen eye for classic design to further accessory lines.

This Evita Clutch Bag is an effortlessly timeless piece, taking subtle inspiration from a fifties and sixties heritage look. The use of linen and leather creates a luxurious feel, with the addition of soft lines and a bow at the clasp creating an irresistible retro kitsch.

It's available in the UK from Matches Fashion online for £535.

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Tooled Leather Bag from Wallis

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Cross body bags have been a mainstay in women's fashion for decades, taking original inspiration from military clothing into the mainstream. Each era has added its own take to the style, with seventies influence shown in this Tooled Leather Bag from Wallis.

Made from a deep brown shade of 100% leather, the tooling detail adds the retro appeal to this satchel style. The punched design showcases the seventies' love of Eastern influence, tapping into the post-sixties folk look to create a stylish and durable accessory for everyday use.

It's available now from Wallis for £38.

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Cherry Print Frame Bag from Oasis

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Among a myriad of retro print choices, a perennial favourite that's back all over the high street is cherry print. An instantly rockabilly-styled fifties choice, this Cherry Print Frame Bag from Oasis provides a perfectly versatile vintage inspired accessory.

The structure is simple and classic, with a vintage style clasp frame and short chain handle. The candy-coloured cherry shade ideally captures the kitschy edge of fifties style, much easier to carry off in accessories for everyday wear.

It's available now from Oasis for £20.

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Mustard Contrast Satchel from Topshop

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For an instant shot of sixties looks, a well chosen colour palette can often be key. This Mustard Contrast Satchel from Topshop uses a great pairing of vintage shades in a leather look bag that has plenty of retro appeal.

The tapered, sloping sides add a sixties look to the classic satchel, creating a shape that has all the sharp and angular appeal of the decade's aesthetic. The use of mustard and rich brown faux leather together adds to the impact of a design that's instantly recognisable as a nod to timeless vintage looks.

It's available now from Topshop for £32.

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London bag by New Leaves Studio

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Another week, another great cotton bag. This time the design comes courtesy of New Leaves Studio and their London bag.

The capital's icons have been reduced to simple geometric form, printed in one bright colour. Everything is there: from the phone box to the BT Tower, cups of tea to Big Ben, making it either a proud statement for residents of the city and a great souvenir for everyone else, including the the team behind the design, Mike Lemanski and Sarah Mather, who are based in Huddersfield. Take a look also at their London print, a colourful Pop look at the city. 

The bag costs £7. 

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