June 2011
60 Years of the Vespa
Published to celebrate the diamond jubilee of this Italian cultural icon, "Sixty Years of the Vespa" brims with facts and photographs, anecdotes and advertisements. The Author, Giorgio Sarti, is an Italian Vespa expert.
[ more... ]Retro Slush Drinks Machine
Not only will this super Retro Slush Maker help capture the look and feel of a 1950's kitchen or diner, it will also make fruity frozen slush drinks in your own home. The Retro Slush Machine is perfect for entertaining on hot summer days, as it will provide your guests with an endless supply of ice cold beverages.
[ more... ]Vespa: An Illustrated History
This inexpensive photographic history of Vespa, first published in 1993, receives a much-needed overhaul to bring it up to date, and includes the addition of some colour imagery.
[ more... ]Automan - Novel
Based on Glen A. Larson screenplay for the pilot episode of the '80s TV series Automan, the book is an entertaining look into the world of computer programmer Walter Nebicher who has created a game called Automan to help with his police work. However it ends up becoming much more real than he planned on, as Walter and Automan are drawn into the intrigue and danger of an international kidnapping scheme.
[ more... ]Is Your iPod or iPhone Looking Too Modern?
Give your iPhone a retro 80's look with this iPhone case. Looks like the old classic phones you used to own! It also works as a fantastic phone stand. By today's standards, you'd be forgiven for mistaking a 1980s mobile phone for, well, a house brick, but back in the day these chunky must-haves were the ultimate status symbol!
[ more... ]Invaders-Style Arcade Alarm Clock
Back in the 20th century we used to go to bed dreaming of blip-blopping aliens then wake up buzzing at the thought of hanging out down the arcade. Sadly we’ve all got jobs now (well, sort of) and the arcade as we knew it is no more.
[ more... ]Rooftop Trailer Park - Grand Daddy Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa
The Luxurious Grand Daddy hotel is located in the vibrant hub of Cape Town, 'The Daddy' is famous for its Airstream Rooftop Trailer Park. If you are looking for a hip and chic hotel in South Africa, then this might be your place. Seven original vintage Airstream caravans nestle beneath the backdrop of Table Mountain.
[ more... ]ION Vertical Vinyl Wall Mounted Retro Turntable
Hear your music from another angle!
Catch the eye and ear of everyone with Ion Vertical Vinyl, a wall-mountable turntable. Vertical Vinyl is a fun, new way to experience your records - you can listen to them whilst they literally hang on the wall.
[ more... ]Retro Robot Money Bank
A money bank in the shape of a retro-style robot.
Not only does the Retro Robot Money Bank look exceptionally cool, but it's also very poilte - 'Thanks for your saving' every time you put a coin in!
Roy Skelton, the voice of your childhood
Actor and singer Roy Skelton, best known for voicing puppets George and Zippy in the popular children's television programme Rainbow, has died aged 79.
He was probably unique in the world of childrens entertainment as he both entertained and terrified millions of British kids, as he was also the original voice of Doctor Who's nemesis the Daleks and the Cybermen.
[ more... ]Your Kitchen Is Invaded...
Did you spend a good portion of your childhood and your allowance blasting 2-dimensional aliens to smithereens?
Spend a good portion of your adult life in the kitchen?
Trying to find a way to combine to two?
No, well maybe you should...
Space Invaders, like Pac-Man, is one of the most famous retro computer games known to man and is now over 30 years old and to celebrate, we've found this fantastic selection of kitchen gadgets!
The Hüttenpalast, Berlin
Situated in a former vacuum-cleaner factory The Hüttenpalast in Berlin is a new hotel concept, a cluster of renovated old touring caravans provide a unique way of spending a night in the culturally rich German city.
[ more... ]VW Camper Van Tent available to pre-order on firebox
"Officially licensed, this stunning four-man (or lady, natch) tent is a luxe, full-size replica of the iconic 1965 VW Camper Van synonymous with 60s counterculture. It’s so evocative you can almost hear the Mamas and the Papas singing California Dreamin’ every time you feast your eyes on its beautifully breadloaf-ish form. Indeed we half expected Mama Cass to tumble out when we first saw this groovy Vee-Dub. You’ll be the envy of the campsite! "
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