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eBay watch: Fully restored 1972 Fiat 500L

Another lovely Fiat up for auction, with this particular 1972 Fiat 500L offered in excellent condition and in a ‘rare’ colour. Yes, you read that right too, this is an auction, with far too many of these listed as classifieds... Continue reading

Posted Apr 27, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Retro houses: More house sale finds at WowHaus

It’s time for another round-up of the more retro house finds spotted on the WowHaus site. A bumper selection of 10 properties this time, which you can check out below. 1950s J Bruce Spencer-designed midcentury property in Lakeland, Florida, USA... Continue reading

Posted Apr 27, 2016 at Retro To Go

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ICA brings Prince’s Purple Rain movie back to the big screen in London

Like everyone else, we were shocked by the recent death of Prince, but heartened by all the good feelings towards both the man and his work in the wake of it. Plenty of tributes have followed too, including this screening... Continue reading

Posted Apr 27, 2016 at Retro To Go

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A quick update on the new Retro To Go site

Many apologies for the quietness of the site of late, that’s all down to us focusing on finishing off the new version of the Retro To Go site. That isn’t an easy job either. The site has been going since... Continue reading

Posted Apr 20, 2016 at Retro To Go

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eBay watch: Original restored 1960s Dansette Bermuda record player with legs

As you probably know, you can buy modern-day replicas of these, but if you want the real deal, you can big for this original restored 1960s Dansette Bermuda record player with legs. In fact, this one looks almost like new... Continue reading

Posted Apr 12, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Adidas Gazelle OG trainers return in a legend green finish

It’s a 1960s classic that’s a regular on the shelves. But the legend green finish for these Adidas Gazelle OG trainers is something just a little different. Only a little though, the legend green finish for the suede upper is... Continue reading

Posted Apr 12, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Swoon Editions x Fanny Shorter Mimi limited edition seating range

Not many of each of these design available, so don’t hang around if you want the Swoon Editions x Fanny Shorter Mimi limited edition seating range in your home. This is the latest Designer Edition from Swoon Editions, reworking one... Continue reading

Posted Apr 12, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Classic record label t-shirts at Uniqlo

The series is called Groove Makers, but essentially these are classic record label t-shirts at Uniqlo. All the labels featured are offshoots of Universal (if you are looking for a connection), with all the shirts here featured, along with EMI,... Continue reading

Posted Apr 12, 2016 at Retro To Go

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eBay watch: 1970s Philips transistor radio with circular stand and speakers

Ultimately this is just as a radio. But that’s probably playing down this 1970s Philips transistor radio with circular stand and speakers just a little too much. Yes, this operates just as a radio and of course, without modern-era DAB.... Continue reading

Posted Apr 11, 2016 at Retro To Go

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The new Retro To Go is launching soon - and we need YOUR help

The site you see above is a ‘work in progress’ of the new Retro To Go site. Don’t worry, nothing will change too much, but we do need your help in making it even better. The new site will offer... Continue reading

Posted Apr 11, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Mid-century pop-up storage coffee table from West Elm

Another mid-century inspired number new in at West Elm - this time it's their pop-up storage coffee table that's caught our eye. It's a stylish little number - dark wood with a contrasting marble leaf top that nods to the... Continue reading

Posted Apr 11, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Retro houses: More recent finds from WowHaus

We have neglected this feature for a couple of weeks, mainly due to time constraints. So think of this as a catch-up for the best retro house finds over at WowHaus. 1960s Michael Newberry-designed modernist property in Falmouth, Cornwall (pictured... Continue reading

Posted Apr 9, 2016 at Retro To Go

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The 1960s-style Berlinetta is an all-new sports car

If you have money to spare, you could always point in the direction of this stunning Berlinetta sports car. Amazingly, this isn’t a vintage car. The Berlinetta is described as a ‘tribute to Italian GT car building half a century... Continue reading

Posted Apr 8, 2016 at Retro To Go

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The Duke cocktail chair at Swoon Editions now available in Liberty fabrics

Yes, the title says it all. You can now get The Duke cocktail chair at Swoon Editions in a choice of six classic Liberty fabrics. The chair itself is a 1950-inspired piece and a cool piece of design in its... Continue reading

Posted Apr 8, 2016 at Retro To Go

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1960s-style Philippe Chair by Jonathan Adler

If you love the swinging sixties, you might want this Philippe Chair by Jonathan Adler. But note that it doesn’t come cheap. Great look though, very much with that ‘Mad Men’ vibe, this is an angular chair with sloping back... Continue reading

Posted Apr 8, 2016 at Retro To Go

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New photography book: The Smiths by Nalinee Darmrong

Sadly we can’t find any additional images outside of the front cover, but if you are a fan of the band, you will probably want The Smiths by Nalinee Darmrong regardless. A 224-page hardback book published by Rizzoli, this is... Continue reading

Posted Apr 8, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Sonic Youth Goo collection at Woouf

I’m guessing that when Sonic Youth released the classic Goo album back in 1990, they didn’t foresee a home collection off the back of it. But fast forward 26 years and there is a Sonic Youth Goo collection at Woouf.... Continue reading

Posted Apr 7, 2016 at Retro To Go

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New retro Lulu ceramic range from Superliving

Danish firm Superliving make vibrant patterned homewares - and their latest Lulu range happily continues that tradition. At the moment the range just consists of a bowl and a mug - but it looks like there is a vase to... Continue reading

Posted Apr 7, 2016 at Retro To Go

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eBay watch: Fully restored 1970s Bond Bug car

A distinctive and very collectible car, with this 1970s Bond Bug coming with the benefit of a full restoration. As you might know, the Bond Bug was designed by Tom Karen for Ogle Design (the people behind the Raleigh Chopper)... Continue reading

Posted Apr 6, 2016 at Retro To Go

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1950s-inspired Fred Perry x Nigel Cabourn collection

We do love the care and attention that goes into all of Nigel Cabourn’s collection, but as big Fred Perry fans, the new Fred Perry x Nigel Cabourn collection is of particular interest. The collection focuses on vintage sportswear, notably... Continue reading

Posted Apr 6, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Dadadress unveils its retro-style spring 2016 dress collection

The label has been around for some years now, consistently producing stylish designed inspired by the mid-220th century. If you have yet to be acquainted with Dadadress, now might be the ideal time with the launch if its spring 2016... Continue reading

Posted Apr 6, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Star Wars interior: R2-D2 Architectural Desk Lamp

Yes, this really is an R2-D2 Architectural Desk Lamp and one that’s available to buy right now. Ok, this is just another take on the classic Anglepoise lamp, but as that is a classic in itself, it’s no bad thing.... Continue reading

Posted Apr 6, 2016 at Retro To Go

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eBay watch: Beaver & Tapley midcentury-style record storage unit

Of course this has been upcycled, but we still like the look of this Beaver & Tapley midcentury-style record storage unit. Presumably dating originally from the 1960s, the unit is a good looking piece, enhanced even more with the addition... Continue reading

Posted Apr 4, 2016 at Retro To Go

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Orla Kiely clothing accessories and homeware clearance at Brandalley

If you love Orla Kiely, you might want to check out Brandalley, which is having a clearance of clothing, accessories and homeware by the designer. The best advice is to check out the site, as there is a lot to... Continue reading

Posted Apr 4, 2016 at Retro To Go

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1960s-style Teo Yoko pendant light range

It looks like a vintage design, but as far as we can see, the Teo Yoko pendant light range is a modern fitting taking inspiration from the past. That ‘past’ is the 1960s, although the retailer suggests that the design... Continue reading

Posted Apr 4, 2016 at Retro To Go

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