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Mark midcentury-style Bosco sofa and armchair range at John Lewis

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Quality rarely comes cheap, which is perhaps why the Mark midcentury-style Bosco sofa and armchair range at John Lewis isn't as cheap as we would like it.

The range is made in the UK, with exposed frames made from solid European oak, as well as featuring serpentine springs and foam and feather fillings for the cushions, the whole thing covered in a viscose and linen cloth in charcoal. Love the shape too, that low profile, buttoned back and exposed wood taking inspiration from the mid-1950s to early '60s.

There's a large sofa, medium sofa and 'snuggled', which in effect is a large armchair. You can see an image of that over the page. Pricing is from £1,600.

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Typewriter cushion from John Lewis

Typewriter cushion

The typewriter is popping up on all kinds of contemporary items at the moment, from brooches, to vases. That list can now be lengthened with this typewriter cushion, available from John Lewis.

The cushion is covered with a black and white image of a vintage typewriter that covers the size of the cushion. It's not the only retro item they've chosen to decorate a cushion either: similar cushions are also available showing telephones and clocks. 

This cushion costs £30. 

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Seaside Ladies Cushion from John Lewis

Seaside

The summer has got us thinking about the seaside and no coastal trip would be complete without sending a few saucy postcards. Instead of just posting a few, why not stick one on your sofa?

This bloomin' marvellous (sorry) Seaside Ladies cushion from John Lewis depicts some lovely ladies taking a constitutional along the prom with their undercrackers on display. It's also waterproof so perfect for relaxing at the beach & enjoying the view. Ooh saucy!

The Seaside Ladies cushion is £30 from the John Lewis website.

 

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Rochelle Task lamp from John Lewis

Rochelle

Another great retro styled light available on the high street – this time it's John Lewis' turn with their Rochelle Task lamp.

The task lamp title gives a clue to its style – it goes for an industrial feel with a painted metal base and shade. The cord fabric has been wrapped to complete the retro look. It's also available in a range of bright colours: choose from orange, green, blue or the red version pictured. 

The lamp costs £35. 

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Coffee break cake tins

Cake tins
Liven up your break times with these delightful coffee break cake tins.

No coffee break should be without tea, biscuits and other sweet treats and these retro looking tins are the perfect way to store those emergency sugar fixes. They're also ideal for storing full cakes and transporting your baked goods. Be aware though, there is a high chance when you come to open these tins they will be empty.

Get your own set from John Lewis online for £22.95.

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John Lewis art deco-style Kenilworth armchair

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If you want to give your living room a 1930s twist, this John Lewis Kenilworth armchair.

Oozing art deco-style charm, the soft aniline leather armchair has those lovely sloping curves for the arms and back, offering both the looks and the comfort, finished off with those small wooden feet. All you need now is the house to go with it. You'll find a few of those here.

It's a 'special buy' at John Lewis, which means a reduced price for a limited time. That price is £699.

Find out more at the John Lewis website