An Alphabet of London by Christopher Brown is a new book release but one with a very retro feel.
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Henri’s Walk to Paris illustrated by Saul Bass re-issued
A rare children's book, Henri's Walk to Paris, featuring illustrations by none other than Saul Bass has just been re-issued by Universe Publishing.
The Lost Album by Basil Hyman
For an insight into the minutiae of everyday life in the 1950's check out Basil Hyman's The Lost Album. Regular readers and mid-century furniture enthusiasists will recognise Hyman's name from another book featured in these pages, The G-Plan Revolution but in addition to his career in the furniture business, Hyman was a keen amateur photographer who documented the humdrum and commonplace.
Style Me Vintage: Clothes – A Guide to Sourcing and Creating Retro Looks by Naomi Thompson
I'm sure most of our readers will already be well versed in this topic but Style Me Vintage: Clothes by Naomi Thompson might well provide some new sartorial tips.
‘Books’ Cushion from Debenhams
Fans of vintage books may find that a curl up on the sofa for a good read is further enhanced by this 'Books' cushion from Debenhams.
Penguin Beach Chairs from Art Meets Matter
It's completely the wrong season for this (unless you are lucky enough to be in warmer climes) but, if you are optimistically thinking ahead now might be the time to invest in these Penguin Beach chairs, new from Art Meets Matter.
